While I was out at the mall today (a rare occurrence), I found myself at a jewelry store, looking for a gift for my wife.  You see, sometimes I like to do special things for her for no reason at all.  Call me a romantic if you will, but I think it is part of what keeps our marriage running smoothly.

There were many nice pieces in the jewelry case, but I passed on the common items such as diamonds and pearls in my quest to find something that truly captured how I felt about her.  I don’t feel that she deserves something common, rather something unique and captivating.

I was just about to leave the store when I came across a mystic topaz that sparkled like nothing that I have ever seen.  I purchased it immediately, and I am sitting here looking at it now.  I am just waiting for my wife to come home from work - I bet she will be surprised!