ALL ABOUT BEING A GIRL

Pulling Children Closer: The Power of the Friendship Stone

Some children are independent and adventurous; headstrong and game for anything; ready to take on anything: others are not so confident and require a little support when tackling new challenges.  Children, just like adults, are unique and each child has a different set of personality traits.

A child who has a little difficulty addressing new experiences can find inspiration in a gift that connects you to them; as a parent, as a mentor, or as a friend. The birthday gift of The Friendship Stone can make all the difference to a child who needs that little bit of support and a reminder that you are there for them. 

The Friendship Stone is a Tiger’s Eye; naturally tumbled with hundreds of other stones to produce a glossy surface, making it both tactile and beautiful.  No two stones are the same, which means the stone you give your child will be like no other; totally unique and original – just like all our children.  A unique friendship gift such as The Friendship Stone can produce all the reassurance a child needs that loving support is not far away.  It can be carried in a pocket or placed on a school desk or worn as a necklace on a leather or chain.

One of the most beautiful gestures of friendship is an offer of being there for someone you love.  On the occasions when it is not possible to be there physically, The Friendship Stone can provide a solid connection and a reminder to stay positive in situations that are uncomfortable or unfamiliar.

When children start to make connections of their own, they also begin to understand The Friendship Stone and the beauty of its power to forge a link between friends.  The unique birthday friendship gift of The Friendship Stone is one of the greatest compliments you can give a good friend, with its message of love and friendship and its assurance that whatever happens, your friend is there for you. Children who understand and love the ideals behind The Friendship stone pass them on diligently, spreading friendship around the playground and pulling friends closer as each stone is given.

Each day brings new dramas for our children and some of them are unpleasant.  For kids who are gentle, being bullied or excluded might be part of their growing up experience.  You can make that experience more bearable by reminding them that you are there, touchable and connected by The Friendship Stone.  Its power to comfort and support is remarkable for such a little stone!

The Friendship Stone comes in its own velour pouch and can be discreetly carried around in a school bag or pocket but some children prefer to wear it as a necklace.  The Friendship Stone will warm to body temperature, making it even more comforting.  Its positive messages are to stay strong, connected and focused and that the bad stuff is transient – The Friendship Stone is solid, permanent and here to stay – just like Mom.

About the Author

Born in Florida, Cathy grew up in Columbus, Georgia. She graduated with a BA Honors in Journalism from the University of Texas, where the emphasis of her studies was in photojournalism. After studying commercial photography at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, Cathy moved abroad to Israel where she has been for the past 23 years. Prior to forming My Stone Company in 2005, Cathy specialized in food and portrait photography.

The Friendship Stone Friendship Gift links friends and promotes friendships everywhere, stone by stone.

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