Thank you for sharing your stories BigJohn, I find them very interesting. I know nothing about crystals & gemstones but you made me want to read about Herkimer Diamonds and others you have mentionned.
Apparently, Herkimer Diamonds stimulate psychic gifts like clairvoyance and telepathy. It also seems to help develop wisdom and strengh to go on about what it is you truly want out of life while ignoring outside influences.

I'm glad you learned to walk across creek sand!