Freesia Evokes Nostalgia

As you all know, I love fresh cut flowers and like most people, seeing them around the house really makes me happy. The other day my Middle Sister was in town and bought me some Freesia. This excited me because the flowers that I usually get are basics such as calla lilies, roses, peonies or sunflowers. As much as these are very lovely, they are a little conservative. I don't usually venture out and buy anything too stimulating: visually or olfactorily.

However, I was very happy with this Freesia and I suddenly remembered how much I loved the scent. It instantly took me back to elementary school and reminded me of my Older Sister who used to wear the Freesia perfume from Bath and Body Works. I used to love helping myself to a spritz or two when she wasn't around! The products from Bath and Body Works are a little too saccharin sweet for me now, so mildly scented flowers are just right. However, back then, I couldn't get enough of smelling like a fruit. Who remembers country apple or sparkling pear?

1st Day of Spring

Spring is officially here and I'm determined to develop a green thumb. I have a few plants on my balcony and a few mini plants that I keep indoors. My Mother often brings me mini rose plants which are sweet for a few weeks, but shortly thereafter wither and die. I'm determined not to let this happen to these. I will keep you updated. I've also planted a few Calla Lily bulbs on my balcony and will take pictures once something breaks through the soil.

Spring is Here!

Spring is my favorite season and March is finally here! When I think of spring, I usually think of tulips, strawberries, my birthday and now my wedding anniversary. I know spring is near when I start to see tulips everywhere. It is my favorite flower (it's actually a family favorite) and Jason always gets them for me for Valentine's Day and my birthday which is also in the spring. These pink tulips are so sweet and it's fun to look at them in a fish bowl vase. $5 at Trader Joe's!

Long Stemmed Calla Lilies

I don't know what makes me more happy, fresh flowers around the house or beautifully scented candles. Aren't these long stemmed Callas so pretty? It's an easy way to spruce up the place. Affordable too! $3.49 for one bunch at Trader Joe's!

Purple Orchid

I love flowers and always have some around the house. Check out this interesting purple orchid that my dear friends gave me as a hostess gift. I'm usually an orchid killer, but I'm getting better. So we'll see how this one does.