The Kinship Necklace

My husband and I were sitting on our patio in downtown Abbotsford, soaking up the view of Mt. Baker. We were thinking about this place we call home: the landscape, the experiences we’ve had, the community that surrounds us, and how thankful we are for the wonderful people we get to share our lives with. We spoke of how this place is a piece of us; it’s where we grew up and the place we call home. As much as this place makes us, we, in turn, make this place. Each of us, as individuals, have an impact. We are someone’s neighbour, friend, or co-worker, and we help make up the experiences of others every day. What is a place but the people in it?

I wanted to incorporate these thoughts into a piece of jewelry. A reminder to ourselves of where we came from, to be kind to our community, and to leave a positive impact on our home as we are all in this together.

I feel that the view of Mt. Baker is something that everyone in our area shares and, at some level, helps them feel at home. My husband went and got the sketchbook and started drawing the mountains at sunrise. We designed this piece together and it is my favourite design so far.

This piece represents so much to us, but what is most important is what it means to you. The sunrise, a symbol of a new beginning. Each day is a new day, an opportunity to be who you want to be, live life fully in the present moment, and intentionally connect with yourself and others. The mountains are beautiful and powerful, just like the amazing people we all get to share our lives with.

My hope is that you love this piece as much as I do and that when you put it on, it connects you with what is most important to you.

Chain length is 20 inches, pendant is approx. 18mm x 12mm