Gerbera Daisies Make Me Happy

I decided to travel home this week to spend a few days at home with my parents and my baby sister was visiting this weekend, as well. On Sunday evening, my mother and I went to see my grandmother who resides with one of my aunts. I must say I had such a blast with them, especially my grandmother.

My grandmother is 76 years old (I think) and she still gets around like I would and is very much in her right mind (she remembers everything). She drives, grocery shops, visits friends, and loves to tell stories about her life experiences, people she knows, as well as, make people laugh. She has a very unique sense of humor. If I could describe her with one word, I would say she is FREE. She says and does as she pleases.

She and I have a special relationship that I will always cherish. We talk on the phone often. I can call her anytime day or night to talk to her. If I’m down, she always knows exactly what to say to make me feel better. She’s an advocate for me, a friend, and if I’m sick she is the one I want by my side. She is so nurturing or I’m just spoiled (lol).

Okay, what does all of this have to do with gerbera daisies? Well, I love them, they are one of my favorite flowers, and they remind me of my grandmother’s illuminating and joyful spirit. It’s also one of the many things we have in common – a love for flowers. They are so beautiful and when I see them, they make me feel happy and think of her. You can bet there will be some around my home this spring.

After spending this inspiring evening with my grandmother, mother, aunt, and cousin – laughing, eating sweet potato pie (yummy), sipping on tea, and conversing – I thought about gerbera daisies and how they make me feel so warm inside. With that said, I decided to spread my joy by making a mood board inspired by gerbera daisies. This board should serve to brighten up your day and perhaps, get you inspired for your spring wedding or social event. They are perfect for sprucing up a spring tea party. Please be sure to drop us a few lines and let us know a few things that make you happy. Enjoy!

Featured Photo Credits (from top left): Invitation by Michelle Mospens at My Personal Artists; Wedding Cake by Cake Dots Wedding Cakes, LLC; Gerbera Daisy Photo Coasters by Plant A Memory; Signature Drink: Royal Mai Tai by Hawaiiarama; and BCBGMAXAZRIA Silk Bubble Dress courtesy Nordstrom.