Daffodils, Roses, and Baby's Breath

by Sarah

Have you ever thought about the role of flowers in America? We give each other roses and baby's breath for Valentine's Day, mixed flowers for sickness, deaths and funerals, roses and lilies for weddings, and the list could go on.

Also, flowers signify seasons of life and give messages. Daffodils announce that spring is here. Flowers from a special someone pronounce love and fondness. Weddings are a huge arena for flowers. I've seen flowers on aisle ways, in bouquets, in vases, in petals on the floor, mixed in with candles, and even on cakes!

So why do we use so many flowers? Is it because we don't like to use our words? Or do they say something more powerful then words?

Next time you go to the store and see the giant floral display, think about what those flower means in our culture, our country and the role they play in our lives.