"Move over!" Bill Drinkas pushed me, almost making me spill my carton of chocolate milk as I was taking a sip. "Hey, what's the problem?" I asked. "Keep your darn elbow on your own side." Bill said. The fifth-grade cafeteria tables were jam packed. I ate with my left hand and just about everyone who… Continue reading The Big Fight
Author: Diamond Mike Watson
Diamond Mike lives in Orange County, California. He is a diamond merchant and the founder of Gallery of Diamonds Jewelers and the Why Mom Deserves a Diamond writing contest. He is a music writer, book author, and time traveler. To contact him call 714-549-2000, or email him at info@galleryofdiamonds.com. He would love to hear from you!
Anna, You Fall from the Stars
Nothing Exists by Itself
Have you ever been asked about your favorite color? Were you quick to give an answer? When one declares their color of choice I usually wonder in what context they admire it. How long could you remain alone in a room, surrounded completely from ceiling to floor, with nothing except the color of red? What… Continue reading Nothing Exists by Itself
The Secret of Zero
Everybody laughed at Carl Bickles as Mr Rogers was teaching us about space. The fourth grade class was filled with cool artifacts, including a large wooden dinosaur on Mr. Roger's desk. I was always fascinated how the Brontosaurus trampled heavily upon the earth. I was saddened about their demise as the Ice Age froze their… Continue reading The Secret of Zero
The Giant Box
I have always been a deep thinker. Maybe that's because I am a left-handed Pisces, or simply because nature instilled such an immense sense of curiosity into my being. I was recently "diagnosed" with ADHD from my daughter, who caught me exclaiming, "Look, a beautiful tree!" in the middle of a non-related discussion. I have… Continue reading The Giant Box
Weekly Photo Challenge: Everyday Life
Everyday Life. This challenge is all about people and the things they do every day: working, eating, drinking, chatting, dreaming, walking, exercising, or any of those things we do all the time without really thinking about it. http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/09/14/weekly-photo-challenge-everyday-life/
“Chocolate” Diamonds
"Chocolate" diamonds is simply a marketing term for brown diamonds. When I started the business in the 80's, the new Arglye mine in Australia produced many brownish diamonds. The lighter shades were already marketed as "champagne" diamonds. To give the darker brown shades more attention, a jewelry diamond company quickly trademarked the term" chocolate diamonds."… Continue reading “Chocolate” Diamonds
I Want Diamonds!
Because Someone Loved Us
I have dedicated the largest portion of my life in honoring mothers. We can never be thankful enough for the person that nurtures and instructs us through life. Some persons did not receive the amazing love I received from my mother. However, if you weren't lucky enough to have a mother like mine, you indeed… Continue reading Because Someone Loved Us
Create a Legacy
Many a person has dreamed of leaving a legacy. An athlete dreams of a world record. A scientist dreams of a formula to help us better understand our world. A musician dreams of a melody that will be hummed for the next hundred years. My dream is to give every child the opportunity to express… Continue reading Create a Legacy
My Life as a Diamond Merchant
I remember my first day in the diamond business. I had just graduated with a business degree and I was ready for the world. I came to my job with a crisp new suit and a patriotic red, white and blue tie. I didn't know much about this amazing gemstone that would transform my life… Continue reading My Life as a Diamond Merchant
Walking Into the Light (Lyrics)
Hear song here: https://diamondwatson.com/2012/11/16/walking-into-the-light-2/ Goodbye, my friend Might be awhile till I see you again I feel you hold my hand Don't worry, you must understand I'm walking into the light I see you from up here It's not as bad as you think it appears Let go of the things you fear When time… Continue reading Walking Into the Light (Lyrics)
Gallery of Diamonds
We Love Dirty Dishes!
Written by Diamond Mike Watson “One hundred forty-one degrees and rising!” I yelled. “Not high enough!” Mark replies over the roar of the giant droid-like dishwasher. “The water needs to be at least one hundred and forty-five degrees to sanitize.” “More dirty bowls and cups coming at ya!” Molly calls out from behind my shoulder.… Continue reading We Love Dirty Dishes!
What Is Our Purpose?
I noticed the beautiful plumes of purple on our jacaranda as I sat underneath it's shade. Purple is my favorite color anyways, and the stark contrast of the tree's flowers against lush green leaves gave me great joy. Later, a hummingbird buzzed past me to play in the branches. I was filled with a sense… Continue reading What Is Our Purpose?