Upgrade or ultrasound machine?

[diamondseeker2006]

Well, hopefully he will have a good day soon and you can tell him you want him to get his new machine, BUT......a little 20th gift now would be nice and then a BIG gift can be planned for the 25th! Good luck and let us know what happens!

 

[backwardsandinheels]

Thanks, diamondseeker2006, that's just what I'll do. We will have time to talk this weekend I'm sure and that sounds pretty reasonable.

 

[backwardsandinheels]

Weeellll, a lot can happen in 3 months. The worst of which my Mom was diagnosed with Central Nervous System Lymphoma and passed away. We have had quite a bit of turmoil related to it as well-some of the family was in denial over how serious her condition was and didn't accept the inevitable until just days before... so sad... my parents were married for 56 years so it's brutal on Dad.

Thank you in advance for all of your kind thoughts and condolences that are being sent my way mentally as you read this, I know you Pricescopers are thoughtful and sweet and sending well wishes right now. It's been 2 months since her death and I ebb and flow in grief but I have happy memories and wrap myself in those and we're all okay Thank you

A side note, one of the last conversations before her mental status went downhill was about jewelry! I asked about the silver ring she had on instead of her wedding ring set and she was telling me she lost her original set from the 50's, a very clean, super sparkly, probably F 1 carat round with 5-stone band in white gold somewhere in the house or the hospital as well as her princess upgrade (2 carat at least) that my sister accidentally threw away in a tissue! Sheesh oh boy. No hard feelings sis, you are already punishing yourself I imagine...I have to refer to the DH as DDH now because he really is. He knows jewels are genetic with the girls in my fam. He saw the sadness and the family jewels disappearing. Plus some other hard stuff, like our boy who is one tough ADD guy who requires a lot out of me on a daily basis.

So, the entire ultrasound thing went away. He focused instead on other office efficiencies and will get a new one eventually, I think. It isn't urgent or really important to him at this time or he would have gotten it. He is upgrading software and needs a new computer and so that is good, and doable and will keep him happy too. So good all around, yay! He said, "You know, if you find a really good deal on a stone, let me know and we'll figure it out." So last week, I found what I thought to be a good deal.

Background: I wanted a vintage Asscher. Turns out, it was just getting to be too much: finger coverage desired + my durn color sensitivity + high clarity needed + good cut needed + vintage if possible=mental block over budget. I just couldn't do it and feel good about saving for 3 kids college. So, I've been getting more and more attached to these chunky monkey OECs as Dreamer D (and many others, I haven't forgotten any of you or you pretty OECs) says. She obviously found the Holy Grail, very inspiring for a diamond hunt I must say. The one I found, it's like an arranged marriage. I trust the dealer that the stone is what I/they think it is because it is mounted. I did all the due dilligence I could think of as all the OEC owners have said to do: take it out in light outside (Sparkly flashes!) and look for edge to edge sparkles (Pass!). Checked it under the microscope-looks good. Doesn't have a GIA report yet,it is getting one now that we bought it. The dealer I got it from estimates it is 2.41, J, VS. As I said, I trust these gemologists and as the stone's guardian, they said we got it for a good deal. And the high estimate Oh well, I comped it. It could be a great deal. I await it getting evaluated and remounted in something I think is really pretty. I'll save the illusion mount for a colored gemstone someday. Pics when I get them. Maybe a week or two? Thank you for everything everyone especially Circe, Gypsy, Christina, Diamondseeker, etc. Like diamond sisters (or brothers, Kenny ) My Mom would have said,"Wonderful!" or "Beautiful" and approved.

 

[Circe]

Oh, what a tumultuous time you've had. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I'm glad to hear, though, that your husband is standing by you and supporting you ... and I think that, especially given the family history, a piece that will feel as though it's in honor of your mother sounds very meaningful. I will look forward to admiring it with you.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Oh my, I am so very sorry about your mother! {{{hugs}}}

And I am so proud of your DDH for thinking of you and your happiness first and foremost! I do look at every piece I buy now as a future heirloom, so I think it is special to have pieces to hand down to our daughters or grandaughters!

I am very excited to hear about your ring and can't wait to see it! I just saw some antique OEC's last weekend and just posted an AVR I sent for today! So I hear you on the lure of these beautiful stones!

 

[ame]

Holy crap you have had quite a lot to handle this year... My thoughts and condolences on your loss!!!

I hope that if this stone pans out you will be happy with it forever! And that no one throws it away in a kleenex!

 

[Christina...]

I am so sorry, I can't begin to imagine the pain of losing a parent. My thoughts and prayers go out to both you and your family. *hugs*

I agree with Circe that this ring is a wonderful way to honor your mother and all of the wonderful memories that you shared with her. I can't wait to follow the rest of your journey, and I can't help but think that this one came to you for a reason. Looking forward to seeing lots and lots of pics!