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M.J. Ryan, happiness expert and author of the Random Acts of Kindness book series, has coupled her expertise on the power of gratitude with her love of flowers to create Random Acts of Flowers, a list of her favorite reasons to send a floral gift.
“I see flowers as a way to capture special moments and emotions in life,” says Ryan. “People truly and fondly remember when they get flowers, and you will continue to feel thanked throughout your relationship long after you send them.”
Here are Ryan’s Top 10 Random Acts of Flowers:
- One Who Makes a Difference: Think of the carpool mom, scout leader, local volunteer or apartment doorman who makes an everyday difference in your life. A surprise bouquet is a convenient, informal way to say “Thanks for making my life easier.”
- Wedding Arrangements: When asking a friend to join your wedding party or expressing thanks to a shower hostess, ask your florist to help make it special by delivering an arrangement in advance of the big day.
- Best Friend Boosts: Send a celebrational bunch to a best friend who lands a dream job, a sibling who receives a promotion at work, or a friend who reaches a personal milestone. Show them you care about their success.
- A Moment of Calm: Help someone dealing with a hectic time in their life relax with a tranquil gift of flowers. Your florist can give you ideas on soothing colors and styles, and help you deliver that “moment of calm.” The recipient will be impressed by your thoughtfulness.
- Life Lessons: Surprise your child’s teacher or tutor with an eye-popping arrangement for his/her desk. Ask your child to put his/her favorite teaching moment on the gift card to make a memory that lasts a lifetime.
- Lifeguard Reward: Send flowers to thank your baby-sitter or pet sitter as a surprise thank-you for safely guarding your most prized possessions.
- A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: Welcome a new family or delight an elderly neighbor who does not get out much with a colorful flowering plant or fresh flowers for their kitchen. It’s a great way to break the ice, meet a friend and show you care.
- Fresh Squeeze: Don’t wait for Valentine’s Day to say “I love you.” Research shows that people like to receive flowers when they least expect it. Send a surprise floral hug to make your romance spontaneously blossom. Or, on your birthday, send flowers to your mom to thank her for all she’s done for you.
- Delivery is in the Details: Show your appreciation to your hair stylist who always manages to fit you in during a pinch, or your doctor who spends those extra minutes to show he/she cares.
- Declare You Care: Send a bouquet to celebrate a friend who has recovered from an illness or a new mom on her first day back to work. It will be a beautiful reminder of your support and friendship.
“Flowers are the perfect expression of gratitude and appreciation, and they deliver a message with sincerity and care,” says Ryan. “The new research shows that these positive characteristics also are attributed to the giver. Giving flowers is an act of kindness, and the results are anything but random.”
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source: aboutflowers.com |
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| | | | Your Family Florist | | | | “Your family florist.” That’s a tag line we often use. However, we truly are a family oriented flower shop deeply rooted in the community.
Our great grandma and grandpa lived and worked in a local greenhouse. They stoked the fire and monitored the temperature. Eventually, great grandpa started growing flowers. As a teenager, our Dad, Dick Baker, was intrigued with the greenhouses and started working in his aunt’s flower shop. That’s where he met Roberta, Mom.
They ventured out as young adults by starting “Daisy Patch Flower Shop” - finally settling on our current location in 1971. We were never meant to be just a mom and pop shop! All of the Baker children worked in the flower shop over the years, as well as, great grandma, grandmas & grandpas, aunts & uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews, in-laws and finally grandchildren. Because of our parents’ love for flowers, we all became a bunch of bloomin’ idiots.
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| | | | Sympathy Flowers | | | | It is never easy comforting a relative, friend or associate who has lost a loved one. People are often uncertain as to the best way to show their sympathy. Adding to this uncertainty are changing trends in how Americans commemorate the death of a loved one. Services are simpler and shorter. Viewing periods are now typically limited to one day, if they occur at all. A greater number of cremations have resulted in shorter or no memorial services.
Flowers have traditionally been sent to the funeral home for display during the viewing and service. However, this does not mean that there should be no show of sympathy if no service is held. Grief therapists agree that the rituals surrounding death are an aid in the grieving process. In instances where there is no service, experts recommend sending condolences to the bereaved person or family's home.
THE WEEKS FOLLOWING THE SERVICE
The funeral service is over. Friends and family have paid their respects and gone home. There are no more hectic plans to distract the grieving family, and the shock has worn off. They are now left feeling lost and alone.
Experts say that although the initial outpouring of sympathy is a great comfort to a family that has lost a loved one, many people experiencing such a loss appreciate being thought of in the weeks and months after the funeral.
Consider sending flowers or a plant with a personal note to the home of the bereaved. Your message of, "I'm here if you need me," will show the bereaved that no matter how much time passes, he or she can count on your support.
SYMPATHY CARD MESSAGES WHEN SENDING FLOWERS
Please know our loving thoughts embrace you.
Please accept these flowers and hear the words we are not able to speak.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thinking of you in these difficult times.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Our hearts are filled with sorrow.
We're sharing your sorrow.
With deepest sympathy.
In loving memory.
With heartfelt condolences.
Fondest remembrances.
May you take comfort in knowing there is one more angel above us.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
source http://aboutflowers.com |
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| | | | FLORAL DICTIONARY | | | |
Floral Dictionary
Source - Encycloflora
| A Flowers: |
Alstroemeria |
Anigozanthos |
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Amaranthus |
Anthurium |
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Amaryllis |
Asiatic Lily |
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Anemone |
Aster |
| B Flowers: |
Baby's Breath |
Blazing Star |
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Belladonna Lily |
Bouvardia |
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Bird of Paradise |
Bouvardia, double |
| C Flowers: |
Cape Jasmine |
Chrysanthemum Spray, Daisy |
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Carnation |
Chrysanthemum Spray, Novelty |
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Carnation, Mini |
Chrysanthemum, Spider |
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Casablanca Lily |
Chrysanthemum, Standard |
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Cat's Tail |
Coffee Bean |
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Chamelaucium |
Convallaria |
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Chrysanthemum Spray, Button |
Coxcomb |
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Chrysanthemum Spray, Cushion |
Cymbidium Orchid |
| D Flowers: |
Daffodil |
Delphinium, Larkspur |
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Delphinium |
Dendrobium Orchid |
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Delphinium, Hybrid |
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| F Flowers: |
Flamingo Flower |
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Forget-me-not |
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Freesia |
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| G Flowers: |
Gardenia |
Golden Shower Orchid |
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Gayfeather |
Grape Hyacinth |
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Gladiolus |
Gypsophila |
| H Flowers: |
Heather |
Hydrangea |
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Helianthus |
Hypericum |
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Hyacinth |
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| I Flowers: |
Iris |
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| K Flowers: |
Kangaroo Paws |
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King Protea |
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| L Flowers: |
Larkspur |
Lily, Casablanca |
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Lathyrus |
Lily, Oriental |
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Leptospermum |
Lily of the Valley |
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Liatris |
Limonium |
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Lilac |
Lisianthus |
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Lily, Asiatic |
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| M Flowers: |
Madagascar Jasmine |
Moth Orchid |
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Matthiola |
Muscari |
| N Flowers: |
Naked Lady Lily |
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Narcissus |
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| O Flowers: |
Orchid, Cymbidium |
Orchid, Phalaenopsis |
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Orchid, Dendrobium |
Oriental Lily |
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Orchid, Oncidium |
Ornithogalum |
| P Flowers: |
Paper White |
Phalaenopsis Orchid |
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Peony |
Poppy |
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Persian Buttercup |
Prince's Feather |
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Peruvian Lily |
Protea, King |
| Q Flowers: |
Queen Anne's Lace |
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| R Flowers: |
Ranunculus |
Rose, spray |
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Rose |
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| S Flowers: |
Snapdragon |
Stephanotis |
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Snowball |
Stock |
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Solidaster |
Strelitzia |
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Speedwell |
Sunflower |
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Spider Mum |
Sweet Pea |
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Star of Bethlehem |
Sword Lily |
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Statice |
Syringa |
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| T Flowers: |
Tail Flower |
Tea Tree |
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Tassell Flower |
Tulip |
| V Flowers: |
Veronica |
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Viburnum |
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| W Flowers: |
Wax Flower |
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Windflower |
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| | | | What's toxic? | | | | |
PLANT TOXICITY-
It’s a good idea to keep house plants out of reach of children and pets if there is a chance that they may eat or play with the plants. For safety, always consider house plants poisonous to eat.
For comprehensive listings and information search “toxic plants” at the following websites:
www.1.dshs.wa.gov/pdf/publications
www.vet.purdue.edu
www.cybercanine.com
Generally, children are unlikely to eat house plants, but some brightly colored fruit may be too tempting. Call your physician immediately if your child has eaten any plant and shows signs of illness.
What common plants are toxic to children?
ALOE
ANTHURIUM
CYCLAMEN
DIEFFENBACHIA
ENGLISH IVY
FALSE JERUSALEM CHERRY
MOTHER-IN-LAW TONGUE
PHILODENDRON
SCHEFFLERA
Cats, especially, and some dogs may play with or chew on house plants. The toxic sap in poisonous plants tastes extremely bitter and can cause a burning sensation in the mouth, so a pet is unlikely to play with them long. If a pet has eaten any of these plants and shows signs of vomiting, tremors, drooling, or other illness or abnormal behavior, contact your veterinarian immediately.
What common plants are toxic to cats and dogs?
Aloe
Azalea
Baby’s Breath
Beargrass
Belladonna
Boxwood
Calla Lily
Chinese Evergreen
Chrysanthemum
Croton
Delphinium
Dumbcane
Easter Lily
English Ivy
Hydrangea
Lily
Nepthytis
Peace Lily
Philodendron
Pothos
Rubber Plant
Schefflera
Tulip
Poisonous house plants should be handled with caution. If you have sensitive skin, wear gloves while handling them. Also, keep your hands away from your eyes and mouth while pruning or repotting. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly afterward.
General information
Watering technique:
· Avoid sprinkling water on leaves and flowers.
· Use the amount of water sufficient to thoroughly wet all of the soil and run out drainage holes at the bottom or side.
· Pour out excess water---do not allow plants to sit in water!
· If plant is excessively dry---submerge pot in water in a pail or sink to a depth that covers the growing medium. Keep submerged until bubbles stop rising from the soil
· HANDY TIP—let water stand for 24 hours to allow chlorine to escape into the air.
· Preferably, use water at room temperature.
· Avoid softened water.
· Reviving over watered plants—one way is to turn the container with the root ball on its side. Another way is to remove the plant and expose the entire root ball. When exposed like this, the medium will dry rapidly. When dry, return the root ball to the original container.
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