Sending Flowers Can Mean More Than You Think
Here’s a story I heard not long ago about the importance of sending Valentine’s Day flowers to a loved one:
”Why is it that women never send flowers to men? Most men have never received flowers from a woman, and it is not something that is common or widely accepted in our society. A few years ago, I decided that I would stray from the norm and buy my husband flowers as part of a romantic Valentine’s Day celebration that I had planned. His plan for the evening was of course, a romantic dinner. My plan on the other hand included something out of the ordinary and unexpected, yet still romantic. I knew that sending him flowers would undoubtedly let him know that our relationship was spontaneous and pleasurable.
A sudden snowstorm dropped a foot of snow on us that night and the next morning. He became violently ill with a stomach virus. His plans for a romantic dinner were out the window. My plans for a treasure hunt adventure that ended in a passionate kiss were cancelled abruptly. The only aspect of Valentine’s Day that we celebrated that evening were the flowers I sent him.”
When you decide to send flowers to someone, you may have several reasons for doing so. Some people might send flowers for friendship, caring, or sympathy. Others might be celebrating an important event like a job promotion. You might be acknowledging an accomplishment like an excellent music recital.
Celebrations. like Mother’s Day and birthdays, are a good reason to send spring flowers. Another option is to send a favorite type of posy. The recipient’s preferred hue or color theme is an excellent way to decide what special flowers for spring would be most appropriate. There are many spring flowers to choose from, including daisies, crocuses, cherry blossoms, and tulips.
There are now any number of possibilities for individuals to send flowers. The simplest is to look on the web or phone a florist and pay with plastic. Alternatively, if you are in the area, consider going into a shop and finding just the right choice. Delivery can be done by you or one of their handy associates. No matter how the transaction is accomplished, remember to send flowers.
Some people persist in sending flowers for solely sentimental reasons. In the Victorian age, each type of bloom had a particular meaning. Azaleas were characteristic of abundance and irises indicated inspiration. Carnations did not indicate a positive characteristic, as they represented rejection while lavender signified distrust of the intended recipient.
So it is probably a good thing to ask a few questions or do a bit of research before sending flowers to send a message to a loved one or mark a special occasion. Those flowers you send will speak to people in ways you may not even be aware of.
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- Howard Brule
:: Jul.03.2008 :: Other, Relationship ::
