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Floral design and gift shop is Colorado Springs native's dream - Colorado Springs Gazette

Online orders are accepted, and an extensive gallery of floral designs and plants is available to peruse at her web site. The shop delivers flowers to Colorado Springs, Falcon, Monument, Woodland Park and Pueblo. It's also in a network that delivers flowers nationwide. Berdon studied floral design, and she relies on part-time designers to pitch in during busy times or on big orders."We offer traditional arrangements as well as creative and unique designs," she said.Berdon also has recycled and upcycled items and reuses materials whenever possible. And she has a "very broad" price range so clients on any budget can find a treasure in her store."I deliver happiness with all of my floral arrangements and want people to have that same sense when they come into the store and when they leave," she said.Customers will find a curated selection of baby headbands, fragrance warmers, toffee, keychains, bath products, notecards, glass-beaded bracelets, knit gloves and boot socks, frames, candlesticks, decorative items and bags."I'm trying to build my reputation on being unique," Berdon said. https://gazette.com/life/floral-design-and-gift-shop-is-colorado-springs-native-s/article_480fe80d-37e6-515c-b78d-de049d4293f6.html

Love in Full Bloom: The Wedding of Elle Leonsis & Toby Helme - Washington Life Magazine

Guinness family’s brewing fortune. Leonsis, now general manager of SnagFilms, was born into Washington sports royalty. Her father Ted Leonsis is the founder and CEO of Monumental Sports, which owns the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics and Capital One Arena.While their wedding embraced a woodlands theme, with colors of hydrangea, blue and green, and the fairest flowers “o’ th’ season” suspended throughout like Shakespearean verse, the event paid homage to their family legacies as well.Leonsis credits her mother, Lynn, with handling the planning in style and at her very own home, no less. Marwood, the 13-acre former Gore family estate that sits on a knoll above the Potomac River, was once rented by Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. and briefly served as Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s summer home in the 1920s.“It surprised no one how immaculate the gardening and tent and little features all were,” says Leonsis, embracing her daughterly pride. “My mom is damn good at throwing a beautiful party!”One of the most magnificent elements that helped “crown” the evening was the multi-colored floral “cloud.” Inspired by London-based artist Rebecca Louise Law, Leonsis and Helme had their florist, Victoria Clausen, orchestrate and assemble the display suspended above the dance floor.And then, the dress. The day’s floral theme was inspired by the blue flowers on the bride’s custom Ramona Keveza ball gown. “The bold and beautiful pattern really made me feel like it was a work of art,” Leonsis says. “When I found a gown that was so striking and never worn before by a bride, I fell in love pretty quickly.”Toby’s groomsmen were dressed by Charles Tyrwhitt, the same company that has suited up the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals; his ushers embodied the proud tradition of Highland dress, wearing trews (or kilts) and doublets with sporrans.Continuing with the familial nods, Helme’s father, Sir Tom Helme, gifted linens from his luxury British fabric company, Fermoie, which supplied table cloths, napkins, curtains, pillows and upholstered walls. “The dining tent felt like a forest thanks to his Savernake print,” Leonsis says. And to pay homage to Toby’s mother, the Honorable Mirabel Jane Guinness, and to her side of the family, the couple had a Guinness and salted caramel cake created by Fleur and Flour.The Guinness delights didn’t stop there. BD3 Design expertly replicated an Irish pub, “kitted out” with Guinness on tap a... http://washingtonlife.com/2019/04/05/love-in-full-bloom-the-wedding-of-elle-leonsis-toby-helme/

Flowers left at Bush’s Milton birthplace among tributes for the 41st US president - The Boston Globe

George H.W. Bush at the home where he was born more than nine decades ago.Outside the blue-gray house on Adams Street, Jack Guinan, 62, of Dedham, planted five flags in the soil in front of a stone monument commemorating Bush’s birthplace. Four and one, he said, representing the number 41, honoring Bush as the nation’s 41st president. Advertisement “His family was well-to-do, yet he didn’t take the easy road,” said Guinan. “He was always the guy who exemplified what that greatest generation was about.” Get Metro Headlines in your inbox: The 10 top local news stories from metro Boston and around New England delivered daily. Bush, who served as president from 1989 to 1993, died Friday in Houston at the age of 94. His wife, Barbara Bush, died in April at age 92.Across Massachusetts and beyond on Saturday, mourners paid tribute to Bush, a lifelong political leader and military veteran who they said put the needs of his country before himself.At the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston, where Bush was honored a little more than four years ago, a condolence book for visitors to sign sat near the front door Saturday morning. “Thank you for your service and turning our country into what it is today,” wrote a Methuen resident among reflections from visitors from around the country. Advertisement “What does it mean to be presidential?” asked Gayla Cahan, 63, another museum visitor. “George Bush was presidential.”Former members of Bush’s White House staff also remembered his accomplishments Saturday.Ron Kaufman, who worked for Bush during several campaigns, including his successful 1988 White ... https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2018/12/01/mourners-leave-flowers-tributes-bush-milton-birthplace/kq8gIPAEMw358d9gceovIK/story.html

An illustrated guide to Los Angeles trees and flowers

Not that Angelenos hold these drawbacks against the majestic giants—in fact, three separate plantings of the trees around the city have been awarded Historic-Cultural Monument status.9. Bird of paradiseThe official flower of the city of Los Angeles, fittingly, is a transplant. Imported from South Africa in 1853, the bird of paradise can bloom year-round or suspend growth during periods of drought, but winter is its favorite time to flower. The brightly plumed plant’s nectar is also a big draw for brilliantly colored hummingbirds and other pollinators.10. BougainvilleaAdmittedly, we have no hard data to back this up, but it seems safe to say that the mental image of a classic 1920s Spanish draped in fuchsia bougainvillea has enticed untold millions of transplants to move here. However, if facts are what you’re after, here’s one: Los Angeles County is home to the single largest growth of bougainvillea in the entire United States. Planted circa 1901, the Glendora Bougainvillea stretches over 1,200 feet in length and rises up to 40 feet in height. 11. Foxtail agaveThough it may look like something dreamed up by Dr. Seuss, the foxtail agave originated in the mountains of central Mexico. It can take a decade or longer for the succulent to bloom, producing a hefty, arching stalk between 5 and 10 feet long covered in tiny flowers inviting pollination. The bad news: They can only bloom once before dying. But on the bright side, by the time a foxtail agave reaches the end of its life span, it will usually have a number of offshoots, or “pups,” at its base that repeat the cycle.12. JasmineOne of the rewards of becoming a resident of Los Angeles is getting to know all the flora that you miss as a mere visitor due to their brief blooming and flowering period. Exhibit A: night-blooming jasmine. Between June and September, this evergreen shrub, also known as “queen of the night,” emits a scent so intoxicating, it’ll make you feel like re-enacting your own private version of a href="https://la.cu... https://la.curbed.com/2018/8/23/17720768/los-angeles-plants-trees-glossary-guide-jasmine-palm

Vietnam pays respects to John McCain with tributes, flowers

Meanwhile, scores of people in Hanoi paid their respects to McCain at the U.S. Embassy and at a monument by Truc Bach lake, where he landed after parachuting from his damaged plane. Speaking to reporters after writing in a book of condolences, U.S. Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink said McCain was "a great leader and real hero" who helped normalize relations between the former enemies. "He was a warrior, he was also a peacemaker and of course he fought and suffered during the Vietnam War, but then later as a senator, he was one of the leaders who helped bring our countries back together and helped the United States and Vietnam normalize our relationship and now become partners and friends," Kritenbrink said. McCain and former Sen. Kerry played important roles in the normalization of bilateral relations in 1995. The Vietnam News Agency said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan sent messages of condolence to McCain's family and U.S. Senate leaders, while Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh paid respects to McCain at the embassy. Pham Gia Minh, a 62-year-old businessman who signed the condolence book at the embassy, said he witnessed Vietnamese civilians being killed by the U.S bombings of North Vietnam, including the Christmas bombing of Hanoi in 1972, but he admired McCain for overcoming the difficult past to build better ties between the two countries. "War is losses and suffering," he told the AP. "But the will of a brave nation is to go beyond that to look to the future. The Vietnamese people have that will and Mr. John McCain has that will. ... We both have that will to overcome the painful past, overcome the misunderstanding to together build a brighter future." Hoang Thi Hang, a Hanoi resident who also signed the condolence book, said he had great respect for McCain's compassion. "He had compassion for everyone, whether they were rich or poor, whatever their background. And that is important in life." Related stories from Kansas City Star The U.S. Embassy announced it will launch a McCain/... https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/national-politics/article217381335.html

"The flower is blooming for love": GBR blockchain rose platform is coming soon - Yahoo Finance

US Glasgow Emotional Research Foundation. As the pioneer in blockchain emotion research, the Colorado-based foundation attracts the world's top blockchain technology teams and business elites, and it is specialized in the research and development of blockchain technology applications and the establishment of blockchain emotion platforms." data-reactid="11" NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / May 21, 2019 / GBR blockchain rose ------ the world's first blockchain rose (value) cultivation game platform is initiated by the US Glasgow Emotional Research Foundation. As the pioneer in blockchain emotion research, the Colorado-based foundation attracts the world's top blockchain technology teams and business elites, and it is specialized in the research and development of blockchain technology applications and the establishment of blockchain emotion platforms.With the development of the times, the disruptive innovation of blockchain technology are now leading human civilization into higher fields and the blockchain technology is being widely used. As the newest channel for people to understand and convey emotions, the blockchain provides a mor... https://finance.yahoo.com/news/flower-blooming-love-gbr-blockchain-062500264.html

Man Says Indianapolis Florist Denied Him Service Over Gay Marriage - Newsweek

Many people in the LGBT community feared that the law could be used to discriminate against people for their sexual orientation, The Indiana Star reported.In June, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a Colorado baker had the constitutional right to deny service to a gay couple in 2012 because of his religious beliefs. The owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop, Jack Phillips, refused to sell a wedding cake to Charlie Craig and David Mullins, a gay couple. The couple filed a complaint with the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and claimed Phillips was discriminating against the two based on their sexual orientation. Phillips said he wouldn’t sell them the cake due to his religious beliefs. The Supreme Court sided with Phillips, saying "the reason and motive for the baker's refusal were based on his sincere religious beliefs and convictions."This story has been updated to include comment from David Elliott. .node-type-article .article-body p:last-of-type::after, .node-type-slideshow .article-body p:last-of-type::after{content:none}... https://www.newsweek.com/man-denied-service-florist-gay-marriage-1040569

Floral design and gift shop is Colorado Springs native's dream - Colorado Springs Gazette

During a recent break from her corporate job to care for an ailing family member, Colorado Springs native Cathy Berdon had a change of heart about going back to the office. She decided, after a lot of soul searching, to instead pursue her lifelong dream of owning her own business.On June 30, she opened Carriage House Designs, 723 N. Nevada Ave., a full-service florist and gift shop.The charming 1899 house she bought probably was never a carriage house, but the name hearkens back to Berdon's childhood, when she and her siblings played in a friend's carriage house in the Old North End - not far from her new shop. "I just love this part of town. It's a great location," she said. "From here we can attract students from Colorado College and residents from the North End. We also have a ton of clients from Mountain Shadows, Peregrine and The Broadmoor neighborhoods."Berdon said she knew a downtown or shopping center site wouldn't be right for her vision. She sought out the quaint multi-room home with a large re... https://gazette.com/life/floral-design-and-gift-shop-is-colorado-springs-native-s/article_480fe80d-37e6-515c-b78d-de049d4293f6.html

Never Mind Flowers, Marijuana Might Be 2019's Hot Mothers Day Gift - Forbes

Mothers Day weekend was triple its typical market share. Some of the current best sellers in the category according to LeafLink are Muscle Freeze CBD by Mary's Medicinals of California, Body Balm by Colorado company Nordic Goddess and Extra Strength Dragon's Balm created by Oregon’s Medicine Farm. Unsurprisingly, the top ten sellers all came from states where recreational use is allowed, along with medical use. The unofficial cannabis holiday April 20th saw sales jumps in different categories.  According to  Flowhub, during the weekend, nearly 150k pre-rolled joints were sold. Overall, flower sales dominated 420, accounting for 54.1% of total sales. The second best selling product category was concentrates at 30.8%, followed by edibles at 11.3%. Even mothers in more conservative states may be soon in possession of marijuana gifts. Marijuana Moment reported that the Texas House of Representatives just voted to approve a marijuana decriminalization bill. https://www.forbes.com/sites/julieweed/2019/04/30/never-mind-flowers-marijuana-might-be-2019s-hot-mothers-day-gift/