While Memorial Day for many people means the start of summer and a time to gather for food and fun, the purpose of the holiday is to honor those who have lost their lives in service to our country. From its beginning, the holiday has been closely tied to flowers as well.
The origins of Memorial Day in the United States dates back to ceremonies honoring those who died in the Civil War. In 1868, a leader of a veteran’s organization called for May 30 to be Decoration Day, a specific day set aside to leave flowers or other decorations at the graves of soldiers.
Mother’s Day is almost here! It’s our second busiest day of the year behind Valentine’s Day, and we love helping people bring smiles to the women they are celebrating. Here are some great gift ideas for Mother’s Day.
Fresh flowers or potted plants
The school year is coming to a close, and that means many students will be taking teacher gifts to school in the coming weeks. If you’re undecided about what type of gift to give, try one of these ideas.
Gift cards plus something personal
Gift cards are a common stand-by for teacher gifts and many other gift-giving occasions. They’re easy to buy, easy to transport, and easy for the recipient to spend on something they enjoy.
Flowers are a traditional way to honor someone who is deceased, but not everyone is familiar with the etiquette for sending funeral flowers or what to consider when ordering them. Here are some frequently asked questions about sending funeral flowers.
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, so it’s a great time to say thank you. Volunteers make a difference in schools, churches, businesses, nonprofits, communities, and many other places. It’s hard to imagine a world without volunteers!
Here are some tips for thanking your volunteers.
Find out their likes and dislikes
Many organizations have a volunteer form that someone must complete prior to filling a volunteer role. If you oversee a small team of volunteers and don’t have a form, perhaps it’s time to start using one.