10/27/2025
Yesterday, Vickie and I were inspired by a wonderful designer, Bruno Duarte, from Fresh Floral Creations in Toronto! His fortΓ© is making amazing structures that are intricate and sometimes gravity defying, yet still sturdy and beautiful. There is ALWAYS something to learn! Our floral industry is a special one and just as great as the show, is the reconnection of old friends who are part of my floral family. It felt so good to be together again! I lost count of the hugs, but there were two extra special ones. One was from Tony Graaf, who was the first person to hire me as a guest speaker/designer many many years ago. He has always been passionate about education in our industry and a champion of local talent. We have known eachother for well over two decades.. Second, was the long, tear filled hug from Susanne, my dear friend, who worked in the shop for 22 years and retired in 2020. We have known eachother for almost 30 years!!! My heart is full!!!
(Thanks for being our photographer, Vickie!!!)
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