With Father’s Day quickly approaching on Sunday, June 17th we can’t forget that flowers are a great option to show Dad our appreciation. Did you know that the official flowers for this day are both the red and white rose? A woman by the name of Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Washington first initiated Father’s…Continue reading
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8 Crazy Facts About Hanukkah
Photo via http://ow.ly/qQu130h3y5q This year, the celebration of Hanukkah begins on the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 12, and ends on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Even if you’re not Jewish, you probably know about the lighting of the menorah. You may even be familiar with some of the foods eaten during this celebration. But there are some…Continue reading
Get Your Shovels Ready For A Snowy Winter In 2018
Photo via http://ow.ly/zepC30gVMvP Are you going to get a lot of snow and extremely cold temperatures this winter? The answer to that question depends on where you live. As always, the Old Farmer’s Almanac has a lot to say on the matter. What sort of weather are you likely to see outside your window while we’re waiting…Continue reading
How Other Countries Celebrate Thanksgiving
Photo via http://ow.ly/VmVt30gCy29 I love getting together with family and friends to enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving. I like to combine traditional favorites like turkey, stuffing, and cranberries with new dishes like rosemary sweet potato stackers and crescent rolls stuffed with veggies and cheese. Most of us think of Thanksgiving as a uniquely American holiday, but…Continue reading
15 Unexpected Ways To Use Pumpkins
Photo via http://ow.ly/uKTu30g9JRY Carving a pumpkin into a jack-o’-lantern for Halloween is something you might do around this time every year, but there are plenty of other fun, creative ways to use pumpkins, too. Check out these 15 unexpected ways you can use pumpkins this fall. Brew Some Beer. Put together the right ingredients and you…Continue reading
8 Vegetarian Dishes Straight From The Garden
Photo via http://ow.ly/cgfF30fPPvZ October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! It starts with World Vegetarian Day on Oct. 1 and ends with World Vegan Day on Nov. 1. Becoming a vegetarian, or simply adding more vegetables and fruits to your daily diet, can benefit your health. If you maintain a backyard garden, then you already have the…Continue reading
Tips To Make Cut Flowers Last Longer
As a florist, I understand why people want their bouquets and arrangements of cut flowers to last as long as possible. For one, they are a beautiful addition to a home. Also, a gift of flowers is meaningful, especially if they’re given to someone in celebration of a wedding anniversary, a birth, a graduation, or…Continue reading
11 Interesting Facts About The Autumn Equinox
Photo via http://ow.ly/s7CS30f6BiJ The autumn equinox is coming up later this month. You may think of it as simply the beginning of fall, but did you know that this event is celebrated in different ways by different cultures? This week, I’ve found some interesting facts about the autumnal equinox that will help you appreciate the…Continue reading
The Best Ways To End Summer In NYC With A Bang
Photo via http://ow.ly/MRSx30eJEdp Are you looking to finish up your summer in a memorable way? If so, there are plenty of exciting things to do in NYC. My best friend and I go to the Hester Street Fair each August. We love to spend a Saturday looking at the unique items sold by vendors and…Continue reading
Keeping The Love Alive During Romance Awareness Month
Photo via http://ow.ly/Hi2F30estUR Did you know August is Romance Awareness Month? I bet you show your affection for your loved one every single day. At least, I hope you do! But since it’s the officialmonth for romance awareness, I thought I’d give you a few ideas for letting your significant other know how much you…Continue reading