With National Relaxation Day coming up tomorrow, we’re giving you the perfect excuse to try some essential oils, which will take R and R to the next level. I’m sure you’ve heard of aromatherapy before, but have you ever wondered how it actually works? First thing, what is aromatherapy? It is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant…Continue reading
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5 plants your cat will love you for this World Cat Day
It’s World Cat Day! Cat owners take a collective pause to recognize their loved ones — the way they wish they could every day. The day to forgive your cute four-legged friend that wakes you at stupid o’clock for food, simply because he was hungry and just not satisfied with the leftovers in his bowl (I…Continue reading
What Plant Does Tequila Come From?
There’s more to know about tequila than if you should have it in shot form or in a yummy margarita. The origin of tequila is a fascinating one that involves the agave plant. While liquors such as whiskey, vodka and scotch are made from plants like wheat, barley or corn; tequila is derived from the…Continue reading
History of Emojis on Emoji Day
In this time of ever-evolving technology, the use of emojis has become second nature to many of us. Through texts and email, tiny pictures of faces and symbols are a key form of communication. While emojis and emoticons are often confused, emojis are their own separate entity and have been around since 1998. We have…Continue reading
The Psychology of Flowers and our Happiness
Can you remember a moment when someone gave you flowers? Or else a moment when you’d given someone else flowers? Do you remember how this made you feel? I personally have never met anyone who isn’t instantly cheered up by a gift of flowers. The sight and smell of flowers bring us instant happiness. The impact…Continue reading
Backyard BBQ Decorating Essentials
Since Wednesday is the 4th of July, what better time to have a backyard barbecue? Having a bbq is just one great way to celebrate Independence Day and an even better excuse to decorate. There are many ways you can spice up your backyard for a festive bbq and even throw some flowers into the…Continue reading
Summer Flowers for Date Night
While date night is not exclusive to just the Summertime, it can be the perfect excuse to take time away from your busy schedule to spend some quality time with your significant other. Date night can always include giving flowers to your special someone. Being Summer, why not give them flowers that thrive during the…Continue reading
Pride Month: Flag History and Rainbow Roses DIY
Pride Month is well underway with celebrations scheduled all over the world. Many major cities in the U.S., including San Francisco and New York City, have their main Pride celebrations on the weekend of June 23- 24th. Pride is a time to for everyone to come together and support equality. A key symbol that represents…Continue reading
Father’s Day: Red and White Roses
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
Graduation Lei DIY
With most of May and June being graduation season, a really popular way to show your grad how proud you are is to gift them with a lei. Lei-giving is a Hawai’ian tradition that has also become popular for special occasions such as graduations. The history of handing out leis goes back to when voyagers…Continue reading