The Gift of Flowers

Last year about this time my Dad gave Chantel a gorgeous orchid to brighten the house. We enjoyed it for several weeks and once the blooms had fallen off Chantel decided that she would try to nurture it through the year to see if she could get it to rebloom. Her efforts have been rewarded with four beautiful blossoms and the promise of a few more.

I have been thinking about why flowers are the gift of choice from men to women. I think that it may have something to do with the desire to give the gift of life. Flowers are something that are very much alive and bring joy to the receiver. The kids and I gave Chantel some flowers for Mother's Day and they really enjoyed planting them with her. I love to cut my roses and arrange them in beautiful bouquets on the kitchen table. There is something simple and elegant about flowers. They never fail to brighten a person's day and they are always welcome. Everyone deserves more flowers and happiness in their lives.