Origins of July 4th

In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was written even as the British armies were heading across the ocean to our shores. The document’s intention was to justify a revolt against the British rule, and included a long list of charges… Read More about Origins of July 4th »

Outdoor Plants- Hanging Around All Summer

There’s simply nothing like summer. Beautiful weather, longer days, vacations from work and school – and lots of time spent outdoors. Many of us use this opportunity to decorate our patios, porches and yards with flowers and plants that… Read More about Outdoor Plants- Hanging Around All Summer »

Give Dad His Due this Father’s Day

Although Mother’s day was named a national holiday in 1908, attempts at establishing a day similarly commemorating fathers had a little more trouble getting off the ground. It was Washington State which first observed a statewide Father’s Day on… Read More about Give Dad His Due this Father’s Day »

Summer Flowers Add Cheer and Color

“There is no real need for decorations when throwing a barbecue party – let the summer garden, in all its vibrant and luscious splendor, say it all”   – Pippa Middleton Summer flowers have a magnificent aura all their own. Read More about Summer Flowers Add Cheer and Color »

Roses for June

Just as every month has a birthstone, each month also has a birth flower; and June has the privilege of representing perhaps one of the most prolific and treasured flowers of all time, the rose. The rose has… Read More about Roses for June »

Wreaths for Memorial Day

The true origination of Memorial Day (originally named Decoration Day) is a bit lost in the annals of American history. Tradition holds that after the traumatic losses both sides suffered in the Civil War, a group of women from… Read More about Wreaths for Memorial Day »

Spring Flowers: Hydrangea

When you think of the quintessential southern garden, you probably picture one or more hydrangea shrubs, because no formal garden would be complete without plenty of show-stopping hydrangea flowers spreading their delightful fragrance everywhere. Hydrangea is a genus to… Read More about Spring Flowers: Hydrangea »

TV Mom Showdown

Some of the greatest TV moms were laid back, others were a bit overbearing, a few taught us lessons with their animated (literally) personalities, and so many of them tried just a little too hard to be cool. Whatever… Read More about TV Mom Showdown »

Flowers for Mother’s Day

The idea of recognizing and honoring mothers isn’t a modern one. The earliest Mother’s Day celebrations date back to the days of the Ancient Greeks. They honored Rhea, the Mother of the Gods during springtime celebrations. In 15th century… Read More about Flowers for Mother’s Day »

The History of Administrative Professionals Week

Are you ready for Administrative Professionals Week? It’s the last full week of April every year. This special holiday is reserved to call attention to the important role that secretaries, support staff and other administrative professionals play. While… Read More about The History of Administrative Professionals Week »