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What is Sweetest Day?

October 10, 2016 by Leave a Comment

There is a special holiday coming up in 5 days that many people are curious to know the history behind. Sweetest Day is always celebrated on the third Saturday in October and has grown in popularity over the last few years. Keep reading to find out what this holiday is about, how it got started, and how you can celebrate!

Hallmark is known for their greeting cards sold in stores all across the United States. Here is what they record as the interesting history behind Sweetest Day.

Legend has it that Sweetest Day was established around 1922 by Herbert Birch Kingston, a Cleveland, Ohio, candy company employee who wanted to bring happiness to the lives of those who often were forgotten. Kingston and others distributed candy and small gifts to orphans, people confined to their homes and others to show them that someone cared.

In the early 1930s, movie stars got into the act. Ann Pennington distributed candy to 2,200 Cleveland newspaper boys, and Theda Bara gave candy to theater-goers and patients in Cleveland hospitals.

This holiday continues to grow in popularity and has spread all over the United States. Today it is mostly celebrated between significant others. Romantic gestures of love and gratitude are displayed through cards, flowers, and candy. Hallmark states that 80 percent of their Sweetest Day cards have a “love” or “romance” theme.

Do you have someone in your life that you want to celebrate this Sweetest Day? This year the holiday is on October 15th, so you still have time to order the perfect flower arrangement! Your significant other will be so happy knowing that you thought of them on this special day.

Find a florist near you to order some beautiful flowers today!


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You Can Make a Difference!

October 7, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Did you know that 1/8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime? Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women and is claiming the lives of 40,000 women each year in the United States alone. These numbers are staggering and show the need for change. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there are many things you can personally do to join the fight.

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5 Reasons to Send Flowers October ’16

October 3, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Research has proven that giving makes us happier than receiving. So why don’t we give gifts more? One reason is because we simply don’t know what to get. Walking through the mall for hours looking for the perfect gift typically leads to disappointment. Avoid the wasted hours and effort with the gift of flowers! As we enter into a new month we have many opportunities to experience the happiness that comes with giving a gift, and flowers never disappoint!

1. Do Something Nice Day – October 5th

This day serves as a reminder of the importance of kindness. We all know people that are facing tough situations or going through challenging times. This day gives us the chance to do something nice for them. Send flowers for encouragement as your nice gesture. Use the hashtag #DoSomethingNice and share what you did on social media. You will feel happy knowing that your act of kindness left a lasting positive impact.

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Thoughtful Grandparents Day Gifts

September 6, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Grandparents give the best advice, the best hugs and are always ready spoil their grand kids. Their devoted love should be recognized with an amazing gift on Grandparents Day! Keep reading to find thoughtful gifts that are guaranteed to leave a lasting impression (without breaking the bank!)

Send Your Love

Of course, flowers top the charts as the best way to send your love. The gesture of sending flowers and their beauty just can’t be beat. Talk to your florist about ways you can personalize the arrangement. You can ask for specific flowers that your grandma likes or choose certain colors they enjoy. Include a card message with a sweet memory you have with your grandparents. They will feel overwhelmed with love when they receive your thoughtful gift.

Spend Time Together

Normally when we think about a gift our mind goes to a possession or an item. For many people though some of the happiest times in their lives are not when they received a gift, but when they spent quality times with the ones they love. This Grandparents Day try to make a weekend trip to visit them. Ask your grandma how to knit or how to cook one of her classic recipes. Go fishing with your grandpa at his favorite fishing hole. Sit down with them to ask about their heritage and some of their favorite stories from the past. Taking time out of your busy schedule to make memories with your grandparents is a gift they will always remember.

Your grandparents have always been there for you and now it’s time to say thank you.

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5 Reasons to Send Flowers September ’16

September 2, 2016 by Leave a Comment

September gives us many opportunities to show the people in our lives love! Create in yourself a giving heart by choosing a few holidays this month to celebrate others. Call your local florist and they will be happy to prepare the perfect gift for you. You will feel satisfied knowing that your gift made someone’s day!

September 5 – Labor Day

Labor Day is a celebration of the hardworking men and women in America. Families will be spending their day off barbecuing, taking one last trip to the lake, and spending time with friends. Send your arrangement to someone you know who has truly worked hard in their lifetime and should be recognized for their efforts.

September 11 – Grandparents Day

Grandparents get little recognition for the huge hearts they have. Sending a beautiful bouquet is a great way to say thank you for everything they have done. If you can’t see them in person, send your love with a personal card message to go along with the flowers.

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Celebrate International Friendship Day!

August 5, 2016 by 1 Comment

You may have seen posts on social media about Friendship Day but have you ever wondered how it became a holiday?

Friendship Day was originally promoted by the founder of Hallmark, Joyce Hall. She chose August 2 as the date because it is the halfway point between two large holidays. The idea of Friendship Day spread when Dr. Ramon Artemio Bracho proposed a World Friendship Day during a dinner with friends in Puerto Pinasco. After their meeting, the World Friendship Crusade was established. This foundation is dedicated to promoting friendships of all individuals regardless of race, age or religion. The commercialization of Friendship Day began and it is now celebrated on the first Sunday in August. This year Friendship Day falls on Sunday, August 7! Today the United Nations encourages governments, groups and organizations to host events that promote dialogue and the acceptance of people with various backgrounds.

How Can You Participate?

It isn’t often that you get the opportunity to thank your close friends for the impact they have made on your life. This Sunday is your chance to make your friends feel loved and appreciated. One of the most popular gifts for Friendship Day is a flower arrangement. A beautiful bouquet is a thoughtful gift that is easy to send! Choose their favorite blooms and include a heartfelt card message. When your friends receive their gift they will feel loved knowing that you thought about them.

Here are some of our favorite arrangements for Friendship Day. Pick out something that your friends will love and get your flowers ordered today!

    


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5 Reasons To Send Flowers August 16′

August 1, 2016 by 1 Comment

August gives us many reasons to celebrate those we love. Whether it be just because, to celebrate a birthday, or to congratulate someone, the reasons are truly endless! Flowers are the perfect gift for every occasion because they are guaranteed to bring a smile. Here are some special holidays you can celebrate in August!

1) International Friendship Day – August 7th

It is not every day that we get to thank our friends for the support and love they have shown over the years. The first Sunday in August is your chance to surprise a friend with a beautiful flower arrangement! They will feel extra loved knowing that you were thinking about them.

2) International Forgiveness Day – August 7th

Flowers are known for dissolving disputes and rekindling friendships. Take a step towards forgiveness by sending a flower arrangement on International Forgiveness Day. Your grand gesture will leave a lasting impression and will hopefully get the relationship back on track.

3) Middle Child’s Day – August 12th

Everyone knows that the middle child of a family tends to get overlooked. They are always compared to the oldest child and never given as much attention as the youngest. If you know someone that has had to struggle with being a middle child, show them that they are special to you by sending them flowers!


4) Back to School

Send your children or nieces and nephews back to school with a big smile on their face! A beautiful flower arrangement made especially for them will help get rid of those first day of school nerves. It may seem like a small gift but your support will mean the world to them!

5) Just Because Day – August 27th

The greatest gift is that which no one expects! Let your lover or a relative know that you are thinking about them by sending flowers on Just Because Day. This special day calls for acts of kindness. Sending a gift without a reason is the perfect way to spread happiness and cheer!

Head to your local florist and find the perfect arrangement for the occasion of your choice!


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The True Meaning Behind Parents’ Day

July 22, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Did you know that Parents’ Day promotes diversity and religious freedom? Keep reading to learn the true purpose of Parents’ Day and how you can celebrate!

Many Americans do not know the true history behind Parents’ Day and believe that it is just another holiday crafted to promote spending and gift-giving. The purpose of this national holiday is much deeper, aiming to strengthen our communities and country.

What is Parents’ Day?

In 1994 President Bill Clinton signed into law the resolution unanimously adopted by the U.S. Congress establishing the fourth Sunday of every July as Parents’ Day, a perennial day of commemoration similar to Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. According to the Congressional Resolution, Parents’ Day is established for, “recognizing, uplifting, and supporting the role of parents in the rearing of children.” The establishment of Parents’ Day was the result of a bipartisan, multiracial and interfaith coalition of religious, civic and elected leaders who recognized the need to promote responsible parenting in our society and to uplift ideal parental role models, especially for our nation’s children. Since the creation of this annual day of commemoration, local faith communities, elected officials and activists throughout the nation have creatively launched many activities around the theme of Parents’ day designed to celebrate and strengthen the traditional, two-parent family.

Parents’ Day is a time for every religion and race across the country to come together to support the family. Our culture emphasizes self-gratification, which is the opposite of parenthood. Parenthood requires selfless, unconditional love. Parents’ Day aims to promote the need for responsible parenting and a commitment to the family.

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Pay it Forward with Flowers

July 15, 2016 by 1 Comment

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Almost everybody enjoys receiving gifts.  It’s a natural way to brighten someone’s day when they are feeling down.  What most people don’t realize, giving feels as good, if not better than, receiving.

 The concept of paying it forward is nothing new.  Most of us have even participated.  That’s what National Give Something Away Day is all about.  Gather up those old clothes in your closet and take them to a charity.  Leave a little something in your mailbox for the mail carrier.  It doesn’t have to be anything too fancy.

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Today is also a great reason to give flowers.  Stop by and see your local florist.  Buy a bouquet (or two) of daisies, roses, or whatever your florist has available.  Now you have everything you need to brighten multiple people’s day!  Walk down the street or visit local businesses, and give them away, one-by-one.  If you have a few left, stop in at a hospital or nursing home and leave them for the employees or residents.   A simple thank you and a pretty bloom can make a big difference.  It’s that easy!

Celebrate National Give Something Away Day by paying it forward with flowers!

 


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5 Reasons to Send Flowers July ’16

July 4, 2016 by Leave a Comment

July is here and that means the year is already more than halfway over!  Summer is really heating up, so what better way to celebrate than to send some beautiful flowers to the amazing people in your life.  Here are five reasons to send flowers this month.  

1. Independence Day- July 4th
Independence Day is one of the most important holidays in our country.  Today we celebrate our country’s independence with fireworks, BBQs, and most importantly, family.  A beautiful bouquet of white hydrangeas in a red, white, and blue vase will make the perfect piece to add a spark to your 4th of July party.  

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