During the last year, mankind has learned a lot about the strength of nature; mostly from events like earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and wild fires. These are disasters that can hardly be controlled.



We, ICA members, who make our living from Mother Nature, taking from her all the glittering and shining precious stones, must remember that nature may sometimes be extremely fierce, mighty and harmful.



In such times what we can offer each other is friendship, compassion and love. These are virtues that cannot be found in mines nor in the depths of rivers, but only in everyone's heart.



To these virtues we must add prayers coming from our souls and try to hug each other and every hurt, sad person to whom nature was so harsh.



It may not be much, but it may comfort and soothe those who need to be consoled and wrap with warmth people who face the ruins of their lives.



ICA members in Brazil, Australia, South Asia and Japan – all ICA members worldwide send you their deepest feelings and love.



We are all praying for a quick recovery and renewal of all that was so dear to each and every one of you.