Hi all, There are a few technologies that fundamentally shifted human relationships with the natural world and with each other. The advent of bow and arrow technology is one of those. The earliest evidence of archery yet discovered is 64,000 years ago in South Africa where several stone points were found showing signs of being hafted to shafts and used to kill game. Recently archaeologists found evidence of bow and arrow use in southern France…

“Three friends were discussing what they’d like people to say when viewing their open casket. The first said, ‘I’d like them to say he was generous to a fault.’ The second said, ‘I’d like them to say he was good to his family and friends.’ The third said, ‘I’d like them to say ‘He’s still breathing!’” (from James Scott Bell) I’m not sure where you live, but here in Massachusetts we recently received 24” of…

THE PRINT BOOK IS NOW ON SALE! ONLY 7 DAYS LEFT TO LOCK IN THE DISCOUNT PRICE ON THE EBOOK OF $2.99 You may not have thought much about it, but gemstones occupy an important place in human history. They have served as sacred objects, currency, medicinal cures, talismans, collectibles, and, of course, jewelry. But not all cultures value gemstones equally. Ancient Egyptians valued carnelian and lapis lazuli over all other stones and learned to…

Hi all, If you’re like me, you found yourself this season contemplating or actually purchasing a gemstone of some kind for someone you love. Even if you didn’t, you’ve probably enjoyed the glitter and sparkle of well-cut gems. If so, you are in good company. A recent archaeological find on the edge of the Kalahari in South Africa reveals that we humans have long had a fascination for stones that flash with luster. One hundred…