Hey Friends! Thanks for joining us today while we chat about something that means a lot to us here at Gem Steady....

If you have been hanging with us for a while then you probably remember that this time last year we went through something pretty crazy ...but if you're new to the Steady Tribe and have no idea what I'm talking about then I'll fill you in right now...

On October 21st, 2015 my husband (AKA The Whittle Master) was on his way to our jewelry studio in Cincinnati, OH to finish up an engagement ring. I had kissed him goodbye on our front porch around 10:00pm, watched him hop on his motorcycle and ride off into the night.... I remember very distinctly that I was laying on our bed flipping through a magazine when I received a phone call from an unfamiliar number not much later. I answered, and knew immediately that something really bad had happened after the voice on the other end identified himself as the local police.

My husband had been hit by a car that ran full speed through a red light not two blocks from where we live.

He spent the next couple of weeks in the hospital, and the months following going through a handful of operations to fix a bevy of injuries including, quite literally, being screwed back together to mend a broken pelvis, a skin graft, a bone graft in his right leg, and various other procedures.

It's been a long road of recovery, but we are so thankful it wasn't as bad as it could've been.

I'm telling you guys all of this not for sympathy (we're doing great), but because this incident was completely avoidable. 

In the weeks following the accident last year I was inspired to start the THINK campaign to encourage and Inspire folks to put distractions away and #THINKandDrive. The THINK bracelets were a massive success and allowed us to turn a terrible situation into something positive. I recently received a message from a client telling me that she still wears her THINK bracelet every day and it truly has helped remind her on a daily basis to that nothing is more important than being safe and attentive behind the wheel.

I too still wear my THINK bracelet every day. Every time I leave the house I make sure I have one on my left wrist so that I am constantly reminded of my responsibility to myself, my passengers, and everyone I share the road with. This wasn't just a one time fad. I've made the #THINKandDrive way of life a full-time gig.

Did you know that 1 in 4 car accidents in the United States are caused by texting and driving?

And did you also know that texting and driving is NUMBER ONE leading cause of death in teenagers? THAT IS INSAAAANE!!!! Texting isn't the only villain in the world of distractions though... eating, searching for directions or using GPS, grooming, and messing with your iPod or radio are all to blame as well. We may never know for certain what exactly was distracting the driver that night when she ran the light and barreled into my husband, but we do know that operating her SUV didn't have her full attention.

SO. What can you do to help prevent at least one of the 421,000 accidents a year caused by distracted driving? Start by making a commitment to yourself to #THINKandDrive, and encourage those you love to do the same. Especially share our story with all the teenage drivers in your life and remind them that they have a huge responsibility to themselves and everyone on the road, and that they are most definitely NOT invincible.

Because this month marks one year since we experienced 'the accident', we are relaunching the THINK campaign and making our entire collection of THINK bracelets available through the holidays. Each bracelet comes with a tips sheet on avoiding distractions that can be displayed on your dash or in your wallet as a constant reminder. 

Our hope is to help as many folks as possible to THINK by wearing these bracelets as a visual reminder when they put they're hands on the wheel. Distracted driving is one of the easiest things to prevent that could literally save your life (or a $500k hospital bill). 

Hey friends! Thanks for stopping by!

As a lot of you know my babe, The Whittle Master was in a pretty bad motorcycle accident back in late October of last year which inspired the THINK Campaign. (If you're just finding out about Gem Steady and have no idea what I'm talking about you can click here to read about what happened.) 

We were truly overwhelmed with the love and support everyone showed during that rough time, and feel optimistic that our story inspired lots of you guys to be more attentive behind the wheel.

The Whittle Master had (what we hope to be his last) surgery this past Friday to correct some of the damage done to his leg and pelvis in the crash. While we were waiting to be discharged from the hospital yesterday I happened to notice the THINK bracelet  on my wrist that has truly served as an excellent reminder for the past 6 months.

I literally feel naked without one on, and have been known to stop the car and turn around if I accidentally leave home without putting one on. 

That being said I thought it would a great time to re-launch the THINK campaign. 

I have decided to do a limited re-stock of our entire collection of THINK bracelets as remind us all once again that there is nothing more important than focusing on the road when you are behind the wheel. Now is the time to be accountable for yourself and motivate friends and loved ones to be safe behind the wheel and put all distractions away. Wear your THINK bracelet as a reminder that changing the radio station or sending that text message can wait.

Think bracelets are perfect for men and women alike and come in a wide variety from casual to classy for every occasion. Have a family member who recently celebrated their sweet 16? Gift them a THINK bracelet and share its meaning. Each THINK bracelet comes with reminder card that can carried in the wallet or placed on your car dash board to constantly encourage safe driving habits. 

Thanks for taking some time with me today. I hope you will support us in our efforts to make the roads a safer place for us all.

Please take a moment to share this post with your friend on social media so that our message can reach as many people as possible. Thank you in advance for the support.

XOXO,

8mm Hematite beads and your choice of 14k gold fill or sterling silver bead.

Hematite is an excellent grounding stone and protector. Also beneficial for grounding.

On October 21, 2015 Gem Steady's very own Whittle Master was hit by a car by a distracted driver while riding his motorcycle. His injuries are pretty rough, but we are confident he will make a full recovery with time. Please wear your THINK bracelet as a reminder to be safe and attentive behind the wheel. You are responsible not only for your one life, but for all those you share the road with. #THINKandDrive

6mm clear quartz quartz with your choice of sterling silver or 14k gold fill bead.

Clear quartz is a stone for healing, meditation, power, and positive energy.

On October 21, 2015 Gem Steady's very own Whittle Master was hit by a car by a distracted driver while riding his motorcycle. His injuries are pretty rough, but we are confident he will make a full recovery with time. Please wear your THINK bracelet as a reminder to be safe and attentive behind the wheel. You are responsible not only for your one life, but for all those you share the road with. #THINKandDrive