'Well, philosophers are more generalists, big picture people. At least they should be. At least I think they should be. Scientists study details, and yes, maybe the context of those details...'
'They do? Was relativity theory a detail? The theory of evolution, that was pretty big picture, I'd say.'
Danny sighed. 'Well, philosophers reflect on what scientists do, and what moralists do. They reflect on the nature of consciousness... '
'Don't you think that scientists studying the brain will keep getting closer to a full understanding of consciousness? What need do they have of philosophers?'
'Scientists do science, philosophers reflect on the nature of science. Amongst other things. A naturalist philosopher might look at how scientific methodologies generate knowledge, and how scientific theories generate research programs. I also think the best scientists are philosophically literate - they're interested in that big picture, how everything fits together, the implications of all that.'
'Well take any 'what is' question. Like 'what is air?', 'what is time?', 'what is the universe?'. Scientific questions or philosophical questions?'
'People used to think it was just emptiness, or so I suppose. As to time, I wouldn't like to even hazard a guess as to what time is.'
'Well... how can that be? In five years, an eight-year-old girl becomes a thirteen-year-old teenager. In the same five years a rock in her front yard hasn't appreciably changed at all.'
'Mmmm... if that were true, why are we so obsessed to measure time accurately, with atomic clocks and such?'
'Well didn't relativity theory change our understanding of time forever? Or at least the understanding of physicists and such.'
'Well we could go into this endlessly, but it would be all speculative. That's what I mean about getting in too deep. We all feel fairly expert about our perception of time, because it's a fundamental part of our experience, but to grasp what it might be objectively, like for example to grasp the idea that time began with space, at the beginning point of the big bang, that's a different matter.'
Danny smiled at the mock-innocent expression on Annie's face. 'Well I'd be happy to drink to that. Would you like a drink?'
She waved the idea away airily. 'I think one thing we can never get our heads around is non-existence. Of time, of space, of ourselves. As you say, we feel confident about things we've experienced, even if it's a false confidence. We're all at sea about things beyond our experience.'
Blue is the color of the quieted mind that is focused on higher ideals for the good of all. I combined the powerful shades of blue in this 'Blessed' charm to remind people that with the power of positive thought, they too have the ability to bless and be a blessing in the lives of everyone they meet.
The blue ‘Blessed’ charm is a perfect gift for someone who is a true blessing to those around them, and the calming blue tones will remind them to bless themsevles as they bless others along the way.
Anna Pereira hand paints every one individually. Paper is affixed to a steel washer, painted and sealed in a two part epoxy resin which creates a domed appearance magnifying the art.
The sealer I use is a two part epoxy resin. It is the same resin that is used on bar tops, or wood tables. It is high gloss, domed in appearance and resistant to abrasion with normal use and care.
You can use a polishing cloth for silver and metals, you can give it a wipe with a damp cloth on the metal areas, and the circle can be buffed with a clean soft cloth. You should avoid spraying perfume or any alcohol or oil based products on the charm. If you happen to get some on it, wipe off immediately.
If you have ordered from us and plan on giving as gift for later, please keep the neckalce and charm in the plastic baggie until you are ready to give.
Long term or daily storage: A jewelry box or on your dresser is a perfectly safe place or on glass or mirror or furniture. Silver will oxidize or ‘tarnish’ which will require polishing if not handled/stored in the best way.
The charms are all handmade and should be treated with care. Do not get them wet, drop them or place them in a vessel such as a handbag that you may ‘plop’ down on the table. Don’t leave in an extremely cold place, like the car in winter.
Argentium® sterling silver is used to create the hand wire wrapped parts, Argentium® sterling silver and sterling silver is used to make up the rest of the necklace. The washer is made from steel. If you are allergic to metals or can only wear gold, silver, etc., it is advised you do not wear one on the skin.
This silver is .930 pure. Sterling silver is .925. The key quality is it resists tarnish much better than sterling silver.
Only the best quality components are used. With the time it takes to make a charm or necklace, rest assured, only the best materials go into the making of a Circles of Inspiration Charm or Super Charm necklace, like; Genuine freshwater pearls, Swarovski® crystals and sterling silver charms. Nothing less than top quality goes into making each and every necklace. Oh! And lots of love.
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