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September 20, 2018

Survival Guide: Single on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day can be a blast…that is, if you have someone a partner to share it with. Romantic walks through the park, cuddling by a cozy fire, and heading out for an elegant meal are just a few of the ways you can celebrate Valentine’s Day with your significant other. If you’re single on the big day though, how do you survive the excessive mushiness going on all around you? Even the most secure people can become a little intimidated on Valentine’s Day. The whole build up is so intense with cupids and hearts everywhere, but even if you can ignore the commercial push, it’s hard to block out all the couples on V-Day itself. Of course, for those who are single on Valentine’s Day, not all is lost. There are plenty of ways to have an enjoyable (or even spectacular) time on Valentine’s Day without a romantic partner. So how do you have a Valentine’s Day celebration for one? Here are a few ideas for how to survive Valentine’s Day single.   Galentine’s Day A popular idea in recent years is Galentine’s Day. The intent here is to celebrate all the wonderful friendships you have in your life. While […]

September 19, 2018

Keeping Pets Away from Indoor Plants & Flowers

Our pets are a really important part of our families, but our furry little loved ones sometimes get into trouble. Cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, snakes, or even turtles are all living beings with a mind of their own. They are really curious creatures, but sometimes they get their noses into things they shouldn’t. Like, for example, our houseplants! Maybe you can’t get your dog to stop digging the soil and uprooting your houseplants. Maybe your cat is using your plant as a litter box. Or what if you unknowingly brought home a poisonous plant for pets? There are many good reasons that pets and houseplants don’t mix well. Learning some tricks on how to keep pets away from plants are good for pet parents to have up their sleeves.   Keep the Plants Out of Reach This is probably the quickest trick; just put the plant where your pet can’t reach it. Plant stands are a good pet deterrent for the little guys, like a small dog or a guinea pig. If your pet is big enough to reach the plant stand or is a little more rambunctious and prone to knocking things over, think even bigger. Tall furniture […]

September 19, 2018

Holiday Guide for Long-Distance Relationships

Keep Them Closer With the Gift of Flowers With our busy lives, it can become increasingly difficult to keep in touch with our loved ones. Sending a simple text to say “hey, I am thinking of you” has become the mainstay in all long-distance relationships, and we always make sure to video chat whenever and wherever we can. Without these gestures, our relationships could suffer from lack of care. What if there was something you could do to put a smile on your loved one’s faces this winter? With the holidays fast approaching, the season of gift giving is upon us. Everyone loves to receive gifts in the mail, and a surprise flower delivery could be just the right thing to show that you really care. Here are some tips on how to make spending the holidays apart a little less depressing with the magic of flowers. Try a Surprise Bouquet Delivery Giving the gift of a lovely floral arrangement is the signature expression of love. Suppose you are unable to visit your grandmother for Christmas, and you know her favorite flowers are lilies. Bouqs offers many lively fresh-cut, farm-to-table beauties for you to choose from. To order a Bouq […]

September 18, 2018

Gorgeous Flowers That Bloom in the Winter

When you picture a season filled with gorgeous blooms, spring is probably the first season to come to mind. That doesn’t have to be the case, though! Even in some of the colder winters, there are some flowers that will show off their beautiful blooms. After all, what season could we use a little pop of color and life more than cold, dreary winters? With one of these winter flowers, you’ll be fighting the winter blues with fresh blooms. If you are in need of some fresh colors and shapes in your garden, try planting one of these flowers that bloom in the winter!   Winter Pansies Winter pansies are one of the best winter flowers, they’re so good they have the word ‘winter’ in their name. These blooms can sometimes even last through a few sporadic hours of single-digit temperatures, however their ideal temperature is somewhere between forty to sixty degrees, so keep that in mind when you’re picking out winter flowers. Witch Hazel You have probably seen witch hazel used as an ingredient in a few different things from skin care products to herbal teas. That’s because this winter bloom has anti-inflammatory properties. Witch hazel is a popular […]

September 18, 2018

Ultimate Guide to Mother’s Day: In-Law Edition

There’s no denying it – Mother’s Day is a big deal. And it should be! For most of us, it’s an opportunity to celebrate all the hard work and patience of the mom who made us who we are. But chances are your own mother isn’t the only mom in your life needing some appreciation. For those of us in relationships or marriages, an important question arises every May: How much of Mother’s Day is Mother-in-Law’s Day? Whether you’re married or in a long-term relationship, and whether or not you’ve got kids, figuring out how to factor your in-laws into your Mother’s Day celebration can be tricky – but it doesn’t have to be! We’ve got the rundown on celebrating Mother’s Day with your in-laws, complete with mother-in-law gift ideas for every kind of mom.   HOW TO CELEBRATE You’re a Mom, I’m a Mom, She’s a Mom – We’re all Moms! For many of us, getting older and starting families of our own makes celebrating Mother’s Day a tad more complicated than it was when we were kids – especially if you yourself are a mother. If you live close enough to your own mother and your partner’s mother […]

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