There is never enough time in a day! This seems especially true in May, when school is working its way to an end and sports gear up, and the non-stop, endless list of things to do seems to only pile up higher. The last thing you want to do is think about your jewelry.

But, for most people, summer is here! And, it's the time to haul out all of the pieces of glitter and glitz to add to your wardrobe. Often, this time of year, after all the layers of clothing we had to wear diminish down to simple shorts and shirts or skirts and mostly skin, we realize that our jewelry has lost its appeal.

Have no fear! There is one thing that we know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, you will have around your house to clean your jewelry with - toothpaste! The only thing that you might have in your jewelry box that you should not ever use toothpaste on is pearls.

Just like you are brushing your teeth, grab a toothbrush and toothpaste and scrub-a-dub the silver, gold or gemstones, and use a soft cloth dipped in warm water to wash away the toothpaste. Shiny and new!