Flowers Are The Perfect Gift For Father's Day
Copyright © 2006 Wesley Berry
http://www.wesleyberryflowers.com/
Dads everywhere have Sonora Smart Dodd to thank for getting Father's Day
started. In 1909, Sonora sat in a church in Spokane, Washington
listening to a sermon expounding on the virtues of motherhood. But, as
she sat there, she thought about how special her own father was since it
was he who raised her after the death of her mother. She saw him as a
loving, kind, self-sacrificing, and amazing man and knew that there were
many fabulous fathers just like him who deserved their own day to be
celebrated. To that end, she suggested a specific day in their honor and
chose June 19, the birth date of her own father, in the year of 1910 as
the perfect day for the very first Father's Day celebration.
Since then, dads have been receiving gifts of ties, cologne, and golf
balls from well-meaning children every year. While dads appreciate any
gift given in love, there's an easier way to show your dad you love him
than by racking your brain for the perfect gift-send him flowers.
Now, you might be thinking that flowers are a bit feminine to be sending
to your dad, but the truth is that in surveys conducted by the Society
of American Florists, 60 percent of men responded that they do enjoy
receiving flowers. If you're not sure flowers are right for your dad,
talk to your local florist and ask for a masculine spin on the design.
Your florist can design a gift of flowers that's sure to make any dad
smile.
Men are typically visually stimulated and appreciate floral gifts using
bold colors (red, yellow, orange, purple, etc.) and masculine elements,
such as twigs and natural grasses and leaves. They also prefer designs
with more of a linear feel than those perceived as soft and fluffy.
For an added personal and masculine touch, let your florist know if your
dad has a favorite flower or a hobby that could be incorporated into the
gift. For example, if your dad likes woodworking or fixing things around
the house, bring in a small hand tool for your florist to add to the
design. If he loves tennis, include a container of balls. If he's the
family grill-master, tuck in a basting brush, spatula, or other grilling
accessories.
If you're still not sure flowers are the right gift for your dad, you
could send a green or flowering plant instead. Many men enjoy the
natural beauty a plant adds to a home. There are many varieties that are
easy to care for and your florist can include a plant care card with the
gift.
So, this year, spend less time worrying about what gift to give your dad
and more time celebrating all the wonderful things he's done for you.
Spend just a few moments talking to your florist and order a beautiful
floral design or plant that will be sure to please.
Wesley Berry is the President of Wesley Berry Flowers, a successful
multi-million dollar business that was established in 1946. He is also
the Headmaster of the Professional Florists' Institute, a floral design
school located in Michigan. Visit Wesley Berry Flowers on the web at
http://www.wesleyberryflowers.com.
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