Written by our Founder and CEO, the Celebrations Pulse letters aim to engage with our community. By welcoming your ideas and sharing your stories, we want to help you strengthen your relationships with the most important people in your life. Earlier this year, I had the privilege of attending the memorial service for Ted Marlowe, a friend and beloved member of our team. With over 50 years of experience in the floral industry, he played a vital role in managing our partnerships with licensees, franchisees, and Bloomnet florists nationwide. Ted was remembered for being even ..read more

Mom is one busy lady. Have you seen her lately? She makes Superwoman look lazy. She’s a teacher, cook, homemaker, and everything in between. That’s why, this Mother’s Day, get her something she actually wants (and deserves)…wine! For the ‘half glass full’ mom Getting together with my mom and sister for a casual glass of wine is one of my greatest pleasures in life. So, this year, I’m surprising my mom with an in-person happy hour with her favorite bottle of rosé. For the perfect Mother’s Day DIY gift — and for an added layer of surprise and personalization — I turned the rosé bottle into a ke ..read more

Moms are one of life’s greatest gifts who would probably cherish just about any present a loved one gave them for Mother’s Day. But we owe it to our moms to go the extra mile and find the type of gift that not only shows our love and appreciation for them but makes it clear we didn’t just close our eyes and grab something. To help you put your thoughtfulness on full display, we recruited two mothers from two different generations (and who may just happen to be related to the author) to provide some valuable and caring insider advice on the type of unique Mother’s Day gift ideas the moms in yo ..read more

Motherhood is a timeless theme in music, inspiring countless artists to create beautiful melodies and poignant lyrics that capture the essence of maternal love, sacrifice, and nurturing. As Mother’s Day approaches, one way to honor the special women in our lives is by listening to some of the best songs about moms. These touching songs celebrate the unique and unconditional love of mothers. Whether you’re with your mom or simply reflecting on cherished memories, let the music remind you of the profound impact mothers have on our lives. Here are 20 heartwarming songs that pay tribute to the ex ..read more

Written by our Founder and CEO, the Celebrations Pulse letters aim to engage with our community. By welcoming your ideas and sharing your stories, we want to help you strengthen your relationships with the most important people in your life. What is the secret to a happy and fulfilling life? Studies show the key is maximizing the number of relationships we have with other people. And how do you do that? It’s simple: You make friends with as many people as possible. But “simple” isn’t the same as “easy,” especially if you’re shy or introverted. When you go to parties or oth ..read more

Jennifer Simon estimates she’s brought “hundreds or thousands” of beautiful, eatable, and giftable products to market throughout her 25-year career in merchandising. And her latest launch, Chocolate Roses by Fleur de Chocolate, combines all three into one gorgeous, delicious, and ready-to-ship package. The inspiration to create these hat boxes full of confectionary roses came to Simon in March 2023. During a meeting with a New Jersey-based partner, the Chocolate Covered Company, she had her interest piqued by a set of mock-ups for roses made from Belgian chocolate. She instantly recognized a ..read more

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the remarkable women who have shaped our lives with love, guidance, and unwavering support. For some of us, though, expressing our gratitude to our moms with words can be hard. Thankfully, the language of flowers offers a timeless way to convey our appreciation. Each of the blooms on this list carries its own unique symbolism, making the selection of the perfect bouquet a meaningful gesture. Here are the 10 best flowers to give for Mother’s Day and the sentiments they convey. 1. Roses Roses reign supreme as a symbol of love and admiration, making them an ..read more

Written by our Founder and CEO, the Celebrations Pulse letters aim to engage with our community. By welcoming your ideas and sharing your stories, we want to help you strengthen your relationships with the most important people in your life. From the smallest chapel to the grandest cathedral, Christian churches around the world today are filled with people reaffirming their faith by celebrating Jesus’ resurrection. Pastors often describe Easter as one of the “standing room only” days, with Christmas being the other. Those of you who attended probably couldn’t help but notice the div ..read more

A Cinco de Mayo party is a great opportunity to get together with friends and family, celebrate the spring season, and indulge in the delicious flavors of Mexican cuisine. Originally, the fifth of May commemorated a battlefield victory (not Mexico’s independence, as many assume), but the day has evolved in the United States to one that celebrates all the wonderful things that embody the rich culture of Mexico and its people.  You don’t need to create a formal dinner party or do extensive planning to prep for a Cinco de Mayo party. In fact, by taking a more casual, family-style approach ..read more

Peonies are favorite flowers among gardeners. These blooms add beauty to any landscape and have one of the longest lifespans of any flower. They’re also one of the most popular kinds of cut flowers. For all their positives, though, peonies have one big drawback: They are very seasonal and available for only a few weeks each spring. That limited availability, however, only adds to their allure. With their exquisite beauty and relative rarity, you might think peonies would be very particular about how they are planted, grown, and cared for — but they aren’t. In fact, caring for peonies is not ..read more