Jade is a precious stone that has a unique quality of being always cold to touch. It is also pretty, and good pieces without blemishes are expensive and rare. Jade is mystical, with many folklore revolving around its ancient and sensual charm. Some wear it for good luck, for its supposedly invisible healing properties, and treasured pieces are often passed down into the generations as prized family heirlooms.

I've been telling the people around me lately that my new middle name should be Jade.

And some seem to agree, given that I'm jaded, cynical and tired of many things in life. I'm getting colder and more indifferent to my surroundings. I maintain my strong opinion on issues, am ambitious and set high standards, and it also certainly doesn't help that I'm not the typical friendly girl next door. I often give people the impression of being the frosty ice queen. So many people have even commented that I'm tough to crack.

Stop trying, guys.

Indeed, jade is a hard material. But it is also brittle. It can be smashed upon impact, and once broken it is unrepairable. Jade is fragile, treat it with care.

Diamonds are a girl's best friend? Maybe. But this season, jade is so in.