Putting Family First
The amazing benefits of putting family first and offering living wages
Fall Decorations
The holiday season is upon us! Our neighborhood has an active Facebook page, and Halloween has been a hot topic. I was also talking to my mom the other day about Thanksgiving. We're still not sure what that is going
The Circle of Life
Between last week and this week, I've taken a lot of orders for sympathy arrangements. Those phone calls are sometimes emotionally tough for me. Then I get an order for baby shower flowers, and I hear Elton John singing. "But the
Flowers Grow Right Through the Cracks
I was listening to NPR this morning driving into work. They were interviewing Katy Perry about her latest album, "Smile." As the interview was ending, a clip of her song, "Resilient," came on with these lyrics, I am resilient, born to
Dear 2020 Bride
Since March we've had many brides change their plans with us. Some have postponed, and postponed again. Some have canceled indefinitely or rescheduled for next year. Others have switched plans altogether opting for a small living room ceremony with just
TGIF!
TGIF! It's been a bit since I've written. I guess I haven't had an ideas tugging at my sleeve lately. Today a gentleman walked in. Even with his mask on, I could see he was smiling broadly! "I need birthday flowers!"
Small Businesses During the Pandemic
We are all going to have a story, just like we did after 9/11. "The moment I realized life was going to change, maybe forever." For me it was late Thursday night, March 19, 2020. A friend texted me and
Virginia Is Reopening
I read that headline and feel like it should read "Spring Is Coming." Since families couldn't get together on Easter, the unofficial spring kick-off was announced with a sputter instead of fireworks. We haven't had much of a spring between
When Will Stimulus Checks Be Deposited?
(And other random musings during quarantine.) As you all know, we actually aren't totally quarantined. Fantasy Floral is still open and delivering--no contact deliveries and curbside pick-ups with sterilized vases. It's just Trevor and I at the shop now, and
Gift Basket Delivery
We get it! Everyone is making the wise decision to stay home. Flowers are wonderful to brighten home and spirits, but food is what you really need! We're here for you! Need dinner or something to make movie night or