What did PS change in your life?

[susimoo]

I will go first.

It changed the european perception (in me) that a better diamond meant better colour and clarity. I now know cut is KING!

Also it made me realize that people can touch you life for the better even through the world wide web! Didn''t think it was possible before I met you all.

 

[Dee*Jay]

A lot of things! Not the least of which is that now I never have "nothing to do" because there's always something hoppin' on here. I also never feel lonely becuase even when I do stupid sh!t (ahem, my current thred as an example) there are always people to keep me company. And I've learned all sorts of interesting things (not just about diamonds) but about that thingy on the side of the aluminum foil box... and what to do about The Demon Dog in various situations... and how make a bruise go away faster... and... and... and... !

 

[Maisie]

I also learned that cut is king! I always thought it was colour and clarity too!

I have learned that its ok to have differing opinions if its done with respect and courtesy. There have been lots of threads on here where there are many different schools of thought and they have been intelligently and thoughtfully put forward. Of course there are one or two who can't help but cause a little bit of trouble, but mostly its civilised!

Above all I have 'met' some wonderful people who will be in my life for a very long time. I would never have met these people without PS so I am forever grateful that I found this wonderful site.

 

[Steel]

It taught me that there are tabs in the cling film box; which keep the roll in the box!

Who knew?

For me, that was life changing.

 

[bee*]

The fact that cut is key is also something that I''ve learnt.

I''ve also learnt that you can really care about people that you''ve never met IRL.

 

[Arkteia]

In my hobby (colored stones) I always felt lonely. You know how you have to be careful and not dwell on your favorite subject for on and on and on? That is what I was doing. My family's response was, "OK, if it makes you happy...". But here, I can talk about it, post questions, voice my opinions and there always will be people who'll understand and support my interest.

When my best friend in Russia heard that I was collecting "gems:, her response was, "well, it is glamor these days". But when I said these were colored stones, not diamonds, she understood it was serious and not about glamor.

Also, there are many people (like Chrono, LD or TL for example...many others, too) who know a lot but are always willing to share their knowledge with someone who is way less educated. I treasure their experience.

They make collections! It is so important to make a collection, to preserve for future generations, to contribute.

I am also thankful that people tolerate my absolutely crappy photos.

P.S. Oh, and I shall definitely explore these espresso machines. I am a coffee addict.

 

[jewelz617]

I'm just here for the buffet.

Seriously, I've learned so much more about buying colored stones and diamonds than I ever thought possible. And about styles of jewelry. If someone had ever said "Do you like filigree or halo settings" I would have been so lost.

Plus who knew purple flashes in diamonds meant clarity enhancement? I was amazed!

 

[Lynn B]

Great thread, susimoo!

Hmmm.... I learned (MUCH to my delight!) that there are killer, AFFORDABLE diamonds available via online vendors. Ten years ago if you had asked me if I would ever own a gorgeous, 2+ carat diamond I would have laughed and said, "Um, I WISH!!!") And thus began an almost-unquenchable love for diamonds
that has since cost me lots of money! (Dang, but it still adds up!!!)

I also learned the fun of an online forum, and THAT has cost me a lot of TIME!

I don''t spend as much time on my other hobbies as I used to, BUT I don''t regret any of it... and even though I hang out on a couple other forums, too, (cooking and Ragdolls mostly), I''ve wracked up the most posts BY FAR here on PS and have happily been befriended by a wonderful mix of thoughtful, intelligent, KIND and caring folks here. So, thank you all!

Lynn

 

[taovandel]

Steal: I didn''t know that! haha....I''m about to go run into the kitchen to see if it''s true....

 

[kenny]

PS make me broke.

 

[atroop711]

it changed what I perceived to be good in a stone. Thanks to PS..I have a stone I LOVEEEEE

 

[Dancing Fire]

What did PS change in your life?

CHANGE is all i have left in my wallet.

 

[Gypsy]

Date: 3/14/2010 4:12:17 AM
Author: Dancing Fire
What did PS change in your life?

CHANGE is all i have left in my wallet.

For once, I have to ditto DF.

On a serious note though... the list would be too long. This place is special and what I have learned is... well, a little of everything and a lot about myself.

Oh, and I've learned not to bet DF. I still owe him 10 bucks.

 

[susimoo]

Date: 3/13/2010 6:15:10 PM
Author: kenny
PS make me broke.

Yeah, broke but sparkily!!

 

[susimoo]

Date: 3/13/2010 5:58:59 PM
Author: taovandel
Steal: I didn''t know that! haha....I''m about to go run into the kitchen to see if it''s true....

Me too. Another thing to add to the list!! lol

 

[susimoo]

Date: 3/14/2010 4:25:23 AM
Author: Gypsy

Date: 3/14/2010 4:12:17 AM

Author: Dancing Fire

What did PS change in your life?


CHANGE is all i have left in my wallet.

For once, I have to ditto DF.


On a serious note though... the list would be too long. This place is special and what I have learned is... well, a little of everything and a lot about myself.

Oh, and I''ve learned not to bet DF. I still owe him 10 bucks.

Oh I wish my mac would let me use the icons!!!

Currently I am literally rolling on the floor laughing!! My daughter Sara (4) keeps asking me if I am watching the muppets on my computer because I am laughing so much!!!

Keep it going!!!!!!!!

 

[dragonfly411]

I''ve learned a great deal about colored gemstones that I never knew. I''ve discovered new tastes in jewelry.

I''ve learned a lot about a wide array of people, and have really grown from some of what I''ve learned from you.

And I''ve gained the great title of saddle sniffer

 

[reader]

I like reading how people from other cultures deal with various society issues.

I also found my favorite ring here.

 

[susimoo]

Date: 3/15/2010 5:59:19 PM
Author: dragonfly411
I''ve learned a great deal about colored gemstones that I never knew. I''ve discovered new tastes in jewelry.


I''ve learned a lot about a wide array of people, and have really grown from some of what I''ve learned from you.


And I''ve gained the great title of saddle sniffer

Dragonfly, I can''t help myself, how did this nickname come about??

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 3/16/2010 11:42:04 AM
Author: susimoo

Date: 3/15/2010 5:59:19 PM
Author: dragonfly411
I''ve learned a great deal about colored gemstones that I never knew. I''ve discovered new tastes in jewelry.


I''ve learned a lot about a wide array of people, and have really grown from some of what I''ve learned from you.


And I''ve gained the great title of saddle sniffer

Dragonfly, I can''t help myself, how did this nickname come about??

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/attn-lorelei.115633/

 

[shertz1981]

Put it this way: without PS, I would have had a frozen spit maul ring or a smaller designer ring.

After PS, I got the ring I wanted without killing my fiance''s bank account.

Unfortunately, I also learned about "diamonds by the yard" and am saving up for a 16" and an 18" necklace to wear together. Thirtieth birthday present, mayhap?

 

[susimoo]

Date: 3/16/2010 2:49:22 PM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 3/16/2010 11:42:04 AM

Author: susimoo

Date: 3/15/2010 5:59:19 PM

Author: dragonfly411

I''ve learned a great deal about colored gemstones that I never knew. I''ve discovered new tastes in jewelry.



I''ve learned a lot about a wide array of people, and have really grown from some of what I''ve learned from you.



And I''ve gained the great title of saddle sniffer

Dragonfly, I can''t help myself, how did this nickname come about??

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/attn-lorelei.115633/

That was one of the most surreal threads I have ever read on pricescope!! My DH is looking at me like I have lost the plot because I have been laughling so much!!

And I thought you were all just bonkers for sparkelies!!!

Shame I don''t have much of a sense of fmell. LMAO!!!!

 

[Indylady]

Date: 3/14/2010 4:12:17 AM
Author: Dancing Fire
What did PS change in your life?


CHANGE is all i have left in my wallet.

Date: 3/14/2010 4:12:17 AM
Author: Dancing Fire
What did PS change in your life?


CHANGE is all i have left in my wallet.

+1. After I save all the money I can by purchasing from PS vendors and not retail, I end up spending twice as much anyway because I''ve fallen in love with something new.

Tehehe.