You watch as the young one giggles and takes another sip. They flock around as she gets progressively more intoxicated. The conversation becomes more patronizing as she finishes another glass.

You watch, but you aren’t concerned. She is young and pretty - but far too foolish. Like a moth in a flame she burns brightly for a brief time. You will watch as she falls, as so many others have done. Your attraction is more sedate, enduring. Let him have his fun, he is coming home with you at the end of the night - when all is said and done.

In earlier times, Amethyst was worn to protect the wearer from drunkenness. Soldiers wore amethyst charms into battle to keep them cool headed and to heal their wounds more quickly. The social battleground is no less deadly. For your own protection sling this string of Lavender amethyst around your neck. The cool pastels will match perfectly and when everyone else is losing their heads, you can calmly pick them up to add to your trophy collection.

Matchbox Diary

22 January 2019 - 21 January 2020365 days, 365 matchboxes

22 January 2019 - 21 January 2020
365 days, 365 matchboxes