I was on my way home from running errands on Saturday when I spotted a flower shop with beautiful, bright blooms on display on the sidewalk. I decided to keep walking — it was across the street, I didn’t need flowers, they were probably really expensive, etc. But I got to the corner and couldn’t resist. The flowers’ pull was so strong that I crossed the street and walked back up the block (both in opposite directions of where I was headed). In I went, and flowers I purchased. It was our first truly spring-like day, the sun was shining, and they were just so colorful. Were they overpriced and an “impulse buy” on my part? Certainly. But are they beautiful? I’d say so.
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I’ve gotten in a similar habit of keeping fresh flowers in the home. They seriously brighten my mood every-time I walk by the vase. Usually I grab them at the grocer, but it’s fun to be spontaneous and take a trip to the florist or the farmers market. Good for you for treating yourself!
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When I was younger, I always said, “When I have my own place, I’m going to buy myself fresh flowers every week!” That was when I was a little less aware (blissfully ignorant?) of what these little luxuries cost.
I actually bought some dried flowers at the farmer’s market a couple months ago that are supposed to last for a while, but I think they may be past their prime at this point.
You’re right, though, they are such great mood brighteners!
I should admit that the ones I grab at the grocer are the $4.99 bouquets 🙂 We do it cheap over here 🙂
Flowers are flowers! If a $4.99 does the trick, then it’s even better, I say. 🙂
Sometimes you just have to treat yourself! Don’t underestimate the importance of having a little bit of beauty that makes you smile. I’ve made origami flowers and occasionally rearrange them around the house to keep things bright on a budget.
And I just wanted to say I’m enjoying your blog! I found it through your comments on Leaner by the Lake (hey Eileen!) and am glad I did. Have a lovely weekend.
Alicia Jay
You’re right about the importance of treating yourself! Origami flowers sound like such a nice alternative to real flowers (plus, they won’t die). I used to be really into origami when I was younger and then bought a tissue paper flower kit (clearly meant for children) a few years ago and had some fun with it.
Thank you so much for stopping me, and for the kind words about my blog, Alicia! Hope you have a nice weekend, too. 🙂 I look forward to checking out your blog.
these colors make me so, so happy.
Aren’t they beautiful? I should say, weren’t they beautiful, because I did not take good care of them, and they wilted rather quickly. But today’s weather gives me hope that there are more happiness-inducing colors to come!