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Please don't forget the reasons for Decoration Day and Memorial Day - Kingsport Times News

But as I’ve covered Memorial Day ceremonies over the years, I’ve often heard U.S. military veterans remind crowds that Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance .... It’s not about cookouts and boating. It is to honor and remember those American soldiers who died while serving their country.According to multiple sources, Memorial Day grew out of Decoration Day in the 1860s shortly after the Civil War, as communities held ceremonies to honor the war dead and place flowers on their graves. By 1900, May 30 was recognized as Memorial Day by state legislatures across the nation. After World War, I the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1968, Congress declared the last Monday in May as Memorial Day.So next weekend have fun, but don’t forget the true meaning of Memorial Day. And when it’s “Decoration” where your people are buried, go visit and take a few stick flowers (and don’t forget your camera). In any case, Saturday night is always a good time to go to the Fold.J.H. Osborne covers Sullivan County government for the Times News. Email him at [email protected]... https://www.timesnews.net/Blog/2019/05/19/Please-don-t-forget-the-reasons-for-Decoration-Day-and-Memorial-Day.html?ci=stream&lp=8&p=1

Wedding in a gym: Las Cruces couple married at Crunch Fitness share story of love, recovery - El Paso Times

Daniel and Andi say they do have those goals — the couple has lost a combined 50 pounds since joining the gym when it first opened in May 2018 — they're also dedicated to their workouts for other reasons. They've both struggled in the past with drug and alcohol addiction. They're sober now, and they say the gym has come to play a central role in helping them to maintain their recovery. When stress levels rise and the temptation to return to former habits strikes, they go to the gym for hard-hitting workouts. In addition, because they have offset daily schedules, it's a rare chance each day to spend time together. The gym has childcare available, so they're able to dedicate the time to exercise without worrying about their 4-year-old son, Liam. "Our quality of life has improved since going to the gym," Andi said. "We used to not spend time together. But since the gym opened, we spend a lot of time together." Popping the question Andi and Daniel have been together about five years. At Christmas last year, it was Andi — with the help of Liam — who sprang the big question. She gave Daniel a Denver Broncos mug. Inside was a small box. "I opened one of my gifts, and it was a ring," said Daniel, during a midday break from his job at Auto Doctors, a small mechanic shop on Española Street. Daniel, too, had been planning to ask Andi to marry him. But he said he'd been trying to develop an elaborate plan for a flashy proposal that hadn't happened yet. Soon, the two were contemplating their options for hosting a wedding. That's when Crunch Fitness general Manager Keith Smith entered the picture. He found out they were engaged and put forward a proposal of his own: That Daniel and Andi should get married at Crunch's facility, 320 E. Wyatt Drive. 'We all started brainstorming' The couple said Smith had been considering offering a wedding giveaway, but when he learned two of the gym's own members were recently engaged, he sought approval for them to be the recipients. "It started off as a notion or vague idea; then we all started brainstorming," Smith said. "The end result was really nice." Andi said she and Daniel were "stoked when they asked us to be the couple" awarded t... https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/2019/03/04/wedding-gym-las-cruces-nm-couple-married-crunch-fitness/3055027002/

Hamilton florist's business has gone from strength to strength - Daily Record

Opportunities for small businesses have been few and far between during the last few months but one Hamilton florist has gone from strength to strength through the pandemic.Michelle Kyle of Michelle’s Flowers has been working with flowers for over a decade. Her business, now based in Haddow Street, has grown during lockdown when a number of local clients decided to send bouquets to friends and family to cheer them up when they couldn’t physically meet. “It’s been going really, really good,” Michelle said. “10 years ago, I had a shop in Blantyre but I had to let go of it because I was ill. “I’ve had some customers but with lockdown I was getting busier with the flowers. That’s when I decided to go back into it and open a wee shop. “At the moment, everything is done online - rather than face to face - or over the telephone. The customers have put a lot of faith into me because they’ve not seen it. They trust me and trust my judgement. “I’ve been advertising on Facebook and I’ve got a wee room so I can do more flowers. We’re having a wee open day on Saturday - I’ve got the hand sanitizer, we’ll... https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/hamilton-florists-business-gone-strength-22502590

Kimberly’s Flowers of Boca Raton to Become Flowers of Boca Raton - PRUnderground

About Flowers of Boca Raton Flowers of Boca Raton has been in business for over 40 years, previously under the name Kimberly’s Florist. Our team of talented designers has proudly served Boca, West Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale through holidays, birthdays, and special events alike.We carry fresh florals from all over the world. This assures us that we’re able to select from the finest growers and serve quality blooms to your doorstep. Our farms are located in Ecuador, Holland, and Thailand, just to name a few. They are delivered fresh daily, alongside our pride and joy – locally grown orchid plants.????? ... https://www.prunderground.com/kimberlys-flowers-of-boca-raton-to-become-flowers-of-boca-raton/00171336/

Flower industry concerned about bloom imports and biosecurity fights for Australian-made labelling - ABC News

Australian Grown Flowers," Mr Russo said.He said that the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) had already approved the label.Florists looking local Australian flower growers created the registered trademark, Australian Grown Flowers, in December 2018.(Supplied)Mr Russo said a "growing number" of florists had since chosen to use the label because they believed customers were becoming "more concerned about where their flowers are coming from".Each year, Australia imports millions of flower stems — mainly roses, chrysanthemums and carnations — from countries such as Kenya, Ecuador, Colombia and Malaysia. Those imports are sold everywhere from supermarkets to florists and petrol stations.National farm lobby groups and many growers are concerned about the number of flowers found with foreign pests and diseases when they arrive in Australia. But the Federal Department of Agriculture said those numbers had decreased and that no pests or diseases from imported flowers had made it past quarantine inspectors. The ABC understands the Federal Agriculture Minister David Littleproud has written to the Federal Industry Minister, Karen Andrews, asking for country of origin labelling to be made compulsory for imported flowers. The government is reviewing country of origin labelling, and is considering what other products it should be compulsory for. Sydney flower grower, Aldo Vumbaca, first started trialling the Australian grown label last year at a local market.(Supplied: Aldo Vumbaca)Trialling the labelSydney flower grower, Aldo Vumbaca, has been in the flower trade for more than 40 years and first started trialling the Australian grown label last year at a local market. "We get repeat sales because customers are coming back wanting to support local — they can't believe it when they hear about the number of imports," Mr Vumbaca said. Make your inbox more interesting Subscribe to Rural RoundUp: Our best stories from rural Australia.The Victorian Flower Industry has backed the move and hoped it will give consumers more awareness, partic... https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2020-08-12/australian-flower-growers-create-australian-grown-label/12547116

First-ever paper florist shop opens in downtown Milford - 47abc - WMDT

August 10, 2020 MILFORD, Del. – In Delaware, the first-ever paper florist shop on the east coast has officially opened its doors in downtown Milford. Cookie’s Paper Petals is now up and running where you’ll find specialized hand-cut paper petals crafted into some of your favorite flowers. Owner Anastasia Jackson tells 47 ABC she makes everything from sunflowers, to roses, hydrangea’s and more in all different shapes, sizes, and colors for clients. She says her creations can be used for home and party decor, birthdays, even weddings. Jackson says the shop is so unique it’s actually the only one like it in United States. And Jackson says she’s just happy to have found a craft that she loves that puts smiles on other people’s faces.“It just offer something different, there’s a lot of variety. During this time there’s so many things to be worried and stressed about that are out of our control, but making a beautiful paper flower just bring so much joy to people and we were able to see that this past Saturday,” said Jackson.Cookie’s Paper Petals will be o... https://www.wmdt.com/2020/08/first-ever-paper-florist-shop-opens-in-downtown-milford/

3 Honolulu Lei Shops Flourishing Right Now - HONOLULU Magazine

Honolulu residents for free; outside the city there is a $10 travel fee.Photo: OURTESY OF bloom by placeBloom by PlaceBloom by Place sprouted thanks to fate. When a neighboring florist vacated a spot in Liliha, Place owner Marion Philpotts-Miller imagined taking over the space. Then, an inspiring chance encounter with a floral expert in a parking lot screamed, “Go for it!” Now, this flower powerhouse is a branch of the thriving family interior design business. Helmed by Maree Miller, Philpotts-Miller’s daughter, the boutique specializes in all styles of lei, bouquets and arrangements. What’s available locally determines what Debbi Barrett-Holt will whip up—she’s the stranger from the parking lot and now Bloom’s resident floral artist. 40 S. School St., #120, bloombyplace.comRead more stories by Stacey Makiya ... http://www.honolulumagazine.com/Honolulu-Magazine/August-2020/Local-Lei-Shops-Are-Blooming-All-Over-Town-and-We-Found-3-That-Are-Flourishing-Right-Now/

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