But it's not always easy, in fact I was tempted to title my bridge novella Too Much Family instead of Family Matters, because every time things start to get interesting there's a knock and the door and - more family!
Welcome to the Sandwich Generation, the one sandwiched between parents and children. I'm tempted to call it the Sandwich Gender, because
You know what I mean.
But now, picture this! An actual bed of roses (or carnations, or orchids).
Because yes,
YOU DON'T NEED PERMISSION TO BUY YOURSELF SOME FLOWERS!
GO AHEAD. YOU DESERVE IT!
I thought so. Me neither. And I'm here to tell you - you totally deserve it!
And right now, with winter just around the corner in much of the world, it's more important than ever to bring a little joy - in the form of flowers - into your world.
And if you are feeling alone, that's even more reason to treat yourself!
It doesn't have to cost a lot. A $4 bunch of baby carnations will last an incredibly long time. I often buy myself a small pot of orchids to keep on my desk. Sometimes they are as little as $10, and the flowers can last for over a month.
So why not start a new personal tradition and treat yourself the way you deserve to be treated. Buy yourself some flowers today.
I guarantee it will bring a smile to your lips!
And while you're at it, why not buy a bunch for someone you know who might need a boost too.
Have a happy month,
Judith Hudson
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I've recently purchased myself a small pot of paperwhite bulbs and they're already sprouting. In a couple of weeks, I'll have a lovely scent permeating my home. it will smell like Spring! I can hardly wait.
ReplyDeleteGood for you! The scent is another wonderful restorative property of some flowers.I love paper whites!
DeleteI love this idea! Gonna have to go out and get some flowers today. Thanks for the reminder to treat ourselves well, Judith.
ReplyDeleteYes, we all deserve flowers! Thanks for the reminder!
ReplyDeleteWe deserve it!
ReplyDeleteI was actually thinking of buying myself some fake sunflowers...maybe I should splurge for the real kind. Caregiving is a hard place at times. I totally get it.
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There's nothing wrong with the nice fake flowers they are making today. If sunflowers cheer you up, you can have them all year round!
DeleteI love this! I love flowers. I was just thinking of the ones my husband sent me for my birthday this year. Yellow roses and white daisies. So pretty! I've told him that receiving flowers are the best gift. They really are my favorite!
ReplyDeleteIf only they'd get the hint and bring them a little more often. LOL I get red roses on Valentines Day. He's a traditional sort of guy. ;-)
DeleteMy favorite flowers are "just because" from my sweetie. But I also have no problem buying flowers for myself. We're totally worth it.
ReplyDeleteSigh. You're lucky you get just because flowers. I might start hinting.
ReplyDeleteI take care of my mom... Thank you for the idea I'll get her some flowers!
ReplyDeleteI"m taking care of my mom these days too. Flowers might really brighten up a shut-in's day.
DeleteThanks for reading!
That's a wonderful idea. I buy flowers for myself once in a while. I even told my husband and children that I'd love to receive flowers just because they love me rather than on a special occasion. They mean more to me that way.
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"Just because" is is a great reason to give flowers. I love it too when my dinner guests bring a bouquet - even a small gift of daisies from their garden, as one guest did recently.
DeleteOne of the gifts of aging is not only do I buy myself flowers, my husband has learned the art of "for no reason," and brings them home for no occasion more important than it being Wednesday. I love your post!
ReplyDeleteLucky you to have such a thoughtful - or savvy - husband!
DeleteWhen I lived in Japan, the flower lady with a dish pan of chrysanthemums on her head stopped by my house every day. Culturally, mums are important in Japan. I always bought a bunch of cut mums from the flower lady. Back in the states, I would buy potted chrysanthemums at my local supermarket. I still buy a pot every month and enjoy them indoors. When the blooms fade, I cut them back and plant them in my yard so I have a beautiful display of every color of mums.
ReplyDeleteI was in Viet Nam for Tet a few years ago and was thrilled by the sea of gold chrysanthemums every where! Lovely tradition.
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