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We are located in Long Island, the Island of Lindsay Lohan and spoiled brats.
I was talking to the owner of a nursery the other day.  He was complaining how difficult it is to find “decent young people” to work in his establishment.  I often hear the same story from many small retail-business owners here; young people […]

Recently, we have had a few incidents in which a prospective bride came into our store with a specific floral proposal that we believe had been articulated by some other florist.  She apparently was looking for a “cheaper” florist who could duplicate someone else’s idea at a discount.
We are sorry, but we don’t do that here.  […]

This video has absolutely nothing to do with flowers. But it’s so funny. Apparently, this is a Japanese comedy show. The rule is that you can’t laugh, or you would be whipped!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Md8qQa_cCOM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iAmNwGQudA

In Nov 11 issue of USA Weekend magazine, Linnea Johansson, author of “Perfect Parties: Tips and Advice from a New York Party Planner”, offered the following “tip” for Holiday parties.
“Flower arrangements can be a total rip-off,” Johansson says. Instead, buy one kind of flower, in one color, in bulk. “Make your own multiple arrangements,” she […]

Someone in Flower Chat posted this funny video. I love it!
Report: Many U.S. Parents Outsourcing Child Care Overseas

On my way home today, a Honda smashed into the passenger side of my car.  I’m really p*ssed.
It happened at the intersection of Rt25 & Round Swamp Rd.  It was raining and dark.  Worst of all, the traffic light was completely out.  Every car was stopping at the intersection because the light was out.
This Honda […]

I can’t wait to see Lori showing up in Judge Judy.  When that happens, of course she must wear a T-shirt with our logo and telephone number on it, so that million people can see it.
Judge Judy is one of my favorite programs.
By the way, here’s one of my favorite episodes: I found it on […]

Now Richard is taking extended leave, I am back in delivering flowers again. Since I like driving, I enjoy delivery. BUT, there are also things I hate…
(1) Unleashed dogs
While it is illegal to let a dog loose, I see at least one or two unleashed dogs per week. Maybe the owner is […]

We are pleased to anounce that we will offer 30% dicount to every flower- or plant-arrangement going to your Dad on Father’s Day (Jun 16th; we don’t deliver on Sundays).
Ladies, let me ask this question first. When was the last time you sent flowers to your husband, boyfriend, or …. your Dad? Ask […]

A dintinguished florist, Cathy of Avante Gardens in Anaheim California, has asked me to write something about “Florists, Flowers, and Moms.” She asks “What are your three favorite Mother’s Day flowers and how did/does your Mom inspire you in the flower business?”
I have been struggling a bit to answer these question, because, to tell […]