There was a Buddhist monk 2500 years ago named Jizo. Upon his enlightenment, he promised to stay on Earth until every soul was finished suffering. Revered as the Protector of children, he can help us feel connected to our inner child, or to a child of our own. Jizo also is the protector of Travellers. He is like the St. Christopher of Buddhism.

Chibi means “Little One” in Japanese. Chibi is the primary character in the books written by Valerie Johns, a psychotherapist,writer, and designer who lives in L.A., California.

“In essence – Jizo holds Chibi safely.”

Valerie S. Johns captures Jizo and Chibi with her beautiful hand made jewelry that are truly works of art. I just simply love the story behind Jizo and Chibi and I love the Jewelry that Valerie creates.

Valerie creates not only jewelry, there is also statues, books, puppets, and stuffies.

She calls the Jewelry, “Jewelry with a Path”. What a wonderful story this is about Jizo and Chibi. I really enjoy jewelry that has a story behind it. It is more meaningful to wear.

You can learn more and visit : info@jizoandchibi.com or at www.jizoandchibi.com

These make wonderful presents for adults and children. My teenage son wears the hat I was sent all of the time. He loves Japanese culture and learning about it and the stories from it.

I think the Jizo silver necklace I received is simply wonderful. It is so pretty and I wear it and tell the story behind it to everyone who asks. People are always interested in it.

The Plus Size Mommy

*Disclosure- I received a hat and a necklace to review from the Jizo and Chibi line from Valerie Johns. All of the opinions of the items is my own.