The Gift Exchange

The original meaning of word “wreath” is unity, circle of life, and eternity.  In the ancient Rome the civilians would decorate wreaths and hang them on doors to represent victory when solders would return home from war.  This is how the whole “hanging” wreaths began but the whole history started when new Christian Germanic people [...]

Before you want to make a decision on what centerpiece you would like to purchase or gift to others, you need to ask yourself this question: How long will you need your centerpiece for?  Will you be hosting more then one dinner on Thanksgiving week?  If you need a centerpiece just for the Thanksgiving day, [...]

Guest Blogger: Amber Ticho Wow! Another year has past already and it is time again for Thanksgiving. Time for food, family, laughter and fun. When I was growing up, Thanksgiving was not just about family though, it was also about friends. My parents would invite all of their friends over that did not have any family [...]

I have many customers and friends that ask me the best way to care for flowers and how to make them last longer.  Its very simple, simply cut the stems about quarter of an inch at an angle using a sharp knife and put them in luke warm water.  If you have flower food, mix [...]

Guest Blogger: Sam Wick I’ve always had a certain appreciation of the Halloween holiday. With a combination of trickery, treats, parties, and fantastic costumes there is a lot to enjoy as a short respite to the increasing chill, and at least around here increased rainfall. Halloween is an odd holiday as it takes a strange variety of [...]

There are special people in all of our lives that make a difference in what we do and how we improve our lives. One such person that comes to mind is my boss. Whether it is constructive criticism or patting me on the back when I do a good job, my boss is part of [...]

October is finally here and with is all of my favorite fall things!! Changing foliage, pumpkin pie & Breast Cancer awareness! Yes you read right- Breast Cancer Awareness.  I believe that with bringing awareness to Breast Cancer we also need to bring awareness to our words and actions when interacting with those effected by the [...]

Did you know that this Friday the 7th is going to be World’s Smile Day?  I didn’t know that until I looked at an even calendar and discovered it.  Of course being the curious Luba as I am, I had to find more about it and share it with you. This holiday was founded in 1999 [...]

As a person who rarely receives flowers, I was knocked out by the beauty of The Stunning Beauty flower arrangement that I received as a gift from my sister in law.  I just came home one day and there it was on my porch. The Stargazer Lilies were closed tightly when I got the flowers, but [...]

Funerals are very hard for the family and friends of the deceased.  Its a subject you least want to discuss, and finding the energy or desire to arrange the service can be daunting.   There is a lot of  planning involved and only a few days to arrange it.  Flowers are a major factor in [...]