Diamonds are great and have their place in the world, but when push comes to shove, who else is going to make us feel like a million dollars except ourselves? I mean, if I can’t inspire myself with my wit, erudite taste and razor sharp acumen, is it just down to a rock then?

As I have reached a certain age, attending funerals are unfortunately not now a rare occurrence. However in the last few months, I have attended two funerals which made me think what I would like to have when it is my time to leave this mortal coil.