All About Sympathy Flowers ....
According to a study conducted
by the Virginia Polytechnic Institute, after family, friends,
and eulogy, flowers rank first among those who have lost a
family member or friend as the most meaningful aspect of funerals.
Furthermore,
at a time of loss, recipients rank flowers and sympathy cards
as the most meaningful of gifts. Those surveyed believe flowers
and plants are a critical component of funerals, providing
a necessary diversion, something to talk about, and a bright
environment at a somber time.
Asked to identify
gifts and memorials that helped a great deal with grief, a
majority of surveyed respondents named flowers and plants.
Respondents also agreed strongly that looking at the cards
to see who sent flowers is a comfort.
Flowers show
respect for the deceased, as well as loving support of family
and friends, especially when you cannot be there in person.
Flowers also make for a more pleasant atmosphere, helping
those present feel as comfortable and welcome as possible.
With flowers at a service, you help create a lasting and beautiful
memory for those who have gathered to mourn the loss of someone
dear.
Even when a
charity or other organization has been selected to receive
financial contributions in memory of the deceased, flowers
are considered by most to be an appropriate expression of
additional sympathy and support.
Flowers can
reflect many religious beliefs, including eternal life and
rebirth. Your floral consultant is well aware of the differences
between faiths and will assist you in this regard.
There is a
wide variety of floral tributes for every budget. Among them:
bud vases; table arrangements; standing arrangements; sprays;
casket drapes; wreaths; planters; and other designs which
reflect a more personal aspect of the deceased, such as favored
flowers, colors, and styles. Here, too, your professional
florist can advise you.
Among floral
sympathy expressions, distinctive fresh flower designs and
garden basket planters are becoming increasingly popular as
they may be easily transported home after the funeral to serve
as a comfort to the family. Other popular and thoughtful gifts
are fruit and food baskets sent directly to the family at
home.
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