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Life Gem Brings Beauty from Well… Ashes

November 22nd, 2010
Diamonds from loved ones remains

Diamonds from Loved Ones Remains

I was recently researching for a geology paper I was writing when I came across a very unusual business. While reading on synthetic diamonds and gyms I discovered a company called “Life Gem,” that grows precious stones from the cremated remains of loved ones who have passed on.

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The process, by which synthetic or “cultured” stones are created, is essentially the same as the natural one. Heat and pressure are applied to carbon molecules. Only the synthetic process takes about four days as opposed to four million years. Interestingly the manufactured variety can be superior in some respects than their natural sisters; however they are considerably more inexpensive up against comparable stones.

Life Gem has found a way to make the process of diamond buying infinitely more personal. The carbon used in the formation of Life Gem’s stones is of course carbon taken from the hair or ashes of the diseased. The website reads like it was written by a funeral home director. It offers testimonials from satisfied customers who found comfort in their new rings, pendants and other jewelry, claiming that it helped them to deal with their grief and feel closer to those they had lost.

Oh and those enthusiastic pet owners among us with more money than they know what to do with… well, you guessed it. They can also work the same magic if your lost loved one happens to have four legs. By the way the company firmly insists that the remains, (I’m not really comfortable with that term in this context), or carbon left in their care is meticulously documented and tracked in order to avoid loss or confusion. I personally know of no reason to distrust them on this point.

I have to say I find the whole process rather off- putting. It’s like a modern twist on the medieval relic. I wonder why the same process couldn’t be used to make wedding rings for the living. The Bride and groom could each donate a lock of hair and have rings made to commemorate their love whilst both still live; still creepy somehow, but a little less so. Despite my admittedly ill- informed opinion, the business has found a market. The process is not terribly cheap by the way, but for some people it is a fitting memorial to those they’ve lost. To each his own I guess, but I think I’ll settle for a wake and a nice head stone. For more on Life Gem visit their webpage at http://www.lifegem.com.

Tyler, Texas Commercial Real Estate Companies

November 6th, 2010

Real Estate Commercial Tyler TexasTyler, Texas, is located in eastern Texas and is surrounded by smaller cities. There are many Tyler, Texas commercial real estate companies available to serve your commercial property needs. Researching these companies before deciding on one is important. There are those who specialize in certain aspects of real estate and depending on your business needs, you may need a particular kind of commercial real estate company in order to receive the most beneficial advice.

The role of a commercial real estate company is to identify the needs of its clients and present a plan specific to the circumstance. This plan should initiate value for the client’s real estate investment or business needs. An exceptional commercial real estate company in Tyler, Texas, will provide many options to you and help you make the best possible decisions for your current business needs. They will excel in customer service and availability to their clients.

Choosing the best Tyler, Texas commercial real estate company shouldn’t be a complicated task. You will want to check for reputable companies that have a long list of satisfied customers. Settling for less than an outstanding team who is dedicated to following through on every aspect of your purchase can cause headaches during the process.

This will include helping with obtaining permits, financing if necessary, and most specifically, finding the perfect location pertinent to your business success. The number of years a company has been in business and their extensive knowledge of the Tyler, Texas area should be questioned when inquiring about quality commercial real estate companies.