Who would have thought that three days after sub-zero wind chills, we’d be out on the back patio at Hospice making bouquets in the bright sunshine.  But you can see from our photos that that was precisely what occurred.  It was a gorgeous day, many people out and about.  Cassie, who was here visiting a loved one, joined us and made a spectacular arrangement.  It was her first one and you can see she has some natural talent.

Then Danny, the Volunteer Coordinator, came out to say hello and we got him engaged as well.  He was hoping for some great floral tips but we didn’t have too many to offer.  Nevertheless, he was able to put together a stunning orange mound of roses with the slightest amount of green to accent it.  Very tasteful.  We were duly impressed!

Every patient received a ‘double-stuffed’ cup full of flowers today.  I spoke with one woman who loved them and wanted them near her bed so she could see them.  Told me to put them on top of the chocolates that her son gave her.  She then said, ‘I’m glad I have someone to love.’  Not ‘I’m glad someone loves me.’  And isn’t that the truth?  It is the most natural thing for us to love others.  It brings us joy, it makes us feel good to open our hearts.   And from my perspective, there is no shortage of people to love.  Just look around…..and don’t hold back!