Happy New Year

Hi My Blog Family,

2011 brought me so much.....Love, Inspiration & Lessons learned as I ponder all that has happened in 2011 (thank god it’s almost over, it was a very tough year, but I learned what a strong person I am), I'm grateful for 365 days worth of lessons, now I’m looking forward to another year filled with Friends, Love and a Fresh Approach in 2012 (only Big, Wonderful, Great, and Beautiful Things to come).  I’m reflecting and what to say how thankful I am for what I have, so from me to you all who have helped me gain success THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. To all my true friends who have helped me and given me your love, you'll never know how much you mean to me there are no words but, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. To everyone who is going to help me push CASSANDRA'S FLORALS forward in 2012 THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU. I want to wish that your every dream come true. That you find yourself surrounded by Friends, Laughter, and Good Times. I wish that your every cup runneth over Financially, Romantically, Spiritually & Creatively. That Good Health be your Faithful Companion, Peace Your Guarded Ally, and Love Your Perpetual Guide. When suddenly, it dawned on me that it is in each of us to grant our selves these powerful gifts. So I hope each of you reach down and understand that we have the power within to full fill these wishes, not only for ourselves but for others as well.  I also wish all of you a wonderful New Year but more importantly, that you take one Day At A Time, Make The Most Of It, Make A Difference In The Moment, Make A Difference with a RAK, and that we each PAY IT FORWARD somehow.  By doing this I know we’ll all have good days that will add up to a great year! Here's to 365 Awesome Days!

HAPPY NEW YEAR, Love Cassie, Mercedes, Lexi, Yipper & Banana  

Also as a bonus I have Five gifts for you…

A Poem:

I wish you Health...
So you may enjoy each day in comfort.

I wish you the Love of friends and family...
And Peace within your heart.

I wish you the Beauty of nature...
That you may enjoy the work of God.

I wish you Wisdom to choose priorities...
For those things that really matter in life.

I wish you Generosity so you may share...
All good things that come to you.

I wish you Happiness and Joy...
And Blessings for the New Year.

I wish you the best of everything...
That you so well deserve.

HAPPY NEW YEAR FRIEND!

A Blessing:

H ours of happy times with friends and family
A bundant time for relaxation
P rosperity
P lenty of love when you need it the most
Y outhful excitement at lifes simple pleasures

N ights of restful slumber (you know - dont' worry be happy)
E verything you need
W ishing you love and light

Y ears and years of good health
E njoyment and mirth
A angels to watch over you
R embrances of a happy years!

A Thought:

Happiness deep down within.
Serenity with each sunrise.
Success in each facet of your life.
Family beside you.
Close and caring friends.
Health, inside you.
Love that never ends.
Special memories of all the yesterdays.
A bright today with much to be thankful for.
A path that leads to beautiful tomorrows.
Dreams that do their best to come true.
Appreciation of all the wonderful things about you.

A Wish:

I look to the new year and my wish for you;

Peace within your heart
Love from family and friends
Faith to guide your way
Hope to make it through each day
Sunshine to light the day
Heavenly Stars to wish upon
Rainbows to let you know there is a tomorrow
A tear to show compassion
A heart to hold the love
But most of all I wish for you
to feel my hand in yours,
To know I am here if you stumble or fall.
To bring you cheer, to bring you love,
to return the love you always share with me.

Perhaps a bit wiser,
a bit kinder, too,
a little bit braver,
a heart that's more true,
a touch of believing
I've not known before,
in joys I'm receiving
a little bit more.

A little more anxious
to reach out my hand,
despite hurt or problems
to still understand,
accepting the heartache
that life often brings,
a little more beauty
in life's simple things.

A prayer when I'm weary
as onward I trod,
a little more trusting,
believing in God,
'tis this I would wish for
within moments dear,
not a lot - just a little
this wondrous new year.

~ Garnett Ann Schultz ~

A Plea:

EVERYONE BE SAFE, NO DRINKING & DRIVING, NO FIGHING, NO STEALING, NO LIES, NO DRAMA, NO BAD. ONLY HEALTHY, HAPPY, GOOD & WONDERFUL THINGS need to happen In 2012 May only WONDERFUL, BEAUTIFUL & GREAT THINGS HAPPEN FOR US ALL. 

What Did You Do Well In 2011?

this is from my friend  Laura Crooks. She is so smart and I luv getting her newsletters. If you would like to be added to her newsletter than please check out or go to her website http://youbloomwellness.com/.  I have learned a lot from her this year.  Enjoy!!!
As each year ends we are encouraged to look forward and make new plans and goals for the New Year.  Typically we start by looking at what we want to improve and what we did not do well enough this year.  I want to offer you a new way to do this; close out the year with a celebratory accomplishment list.
Carve out some time, get paper and a pen or sit with your computer (with your family or alone) and list all of your accomplishments, everything you did well, even the false starts count and the attempts that later fell by the way side.  Go ahead and brag, celebrate and take credit for what you did! You may need to think about how your friends would describe you if you have trouble congratulating yourself.  Here are some questions to get you started:
1.  Did you try something new this year?
2.  Did you notice something beautiful?
3.  Were you a good friend?
4.  Did you make someone laugh?
5.  Did you offer kind words?
6.  Were you gracious?
7.  Did you eat nutritious meals?
8.  Did you improve your sleep habits?
9.  Did you prioritize exercise?
10. Did you take some deep breaths for the purpose of relaxing?
11. Did you stick with a project to the finish?
12. Did you volunteer your time or expertise?
13. Did you step outside your comfort zone (or encourage someone else to do so)?
14. Did you make time to laugh?
15. Did you take time during the year to appreciate what you have and what you contribute?
16. Have you sincerely thanked someone?
No one expects your year to be perfect; progress is good enough. You worked hard this year, acknowledge it.  Now you can look forward and make plans for 2012 to be fabulous, too!

CASSANDRA’S FLORALS TOP 10 HOLIDAY ETIQUETTE TIPS TO GET YOU THOUGH THE HOLIDAYS….

10) Christmas Cards:  When sending Christmas cards, remember not everyone under the sun needs to receive one from you. Only people you really love and know should receive a card. And just because you get one from someone doesn’t mean they should get one from you.  Remember do you really love and know them & is it in your budget to send the card out. Any hesitation = don’t send.

9)  Letters: Keep in mind not everyone needs that “yearly this is what we have been up to letter” tucked into the Christmas card.  I’m sure your third removed cousin from your mother’s side doesn’t need reminded that they were not invited to the family reunion again.

8) Christmas Cards 2: Speaking of Christmas cards, again remember you’ll be sending them to others. Not everyone has your sense of humor.  Three choices that will always be appreciated are… keep it classic looking, one with Santa’s or Snowmen on it & one that is handmade.  Also keep in mind  the message should be festive and short.  Cards with jokes or so- so pictures are a big no-no.  They should never have even made it out of the factory.

7) Fighting /Arguing: No fighting or arguing allowed at the party or dinner table.  So don’t invite divorced couples, divorced members of the family & don’t invite your ex. It’s called divorce for a reason people. Plus not every member of your family has to show up either. If all they do is fight or argue with other’s, than let them stay at home.

6) Drunk’s: Guests having way too much to drink?  Take their keys and call them a cab. It’ll probability save their lives and a law suit for you. Cab fare or funeral Flowers what do you want to spend?

5) Unwanted Food: When someone’s brings a covered dish that you were not expecting nor want, what do you do? Smile and say I was hoping you bring this. Never hurt anyone feelings during this festive day. And look on the bright side.  When you pack up the leftovers, you’ll have even more to take the homeless shelter. Just because you don’t like it doesn’t mean someone else won’t. Just the opposite they will love it and really appreciate it.

4) Invites: Only invite who you really want to sit across a table from and give thanks too. Just because they are your in laws, sister in laws or a former friend, doesn’t mean you have to ruin your Christmas or theirs. May be next year they’ll get the message and be nicer themselves so they can be re invited. 

3) When to buy a Gift: If gift giving with family (close or extended) is getting too expensive just have a grab-bag and stick to your budget limit. Buying for 1 or 2 is way better than buying for 30.  When you receive horrible gifts, again smile very graciously and say thank you very politely.  It’s not the givers fault that you’re a snob who can’t appreciate a gift in the heartfelt way it was intended. No matter how tacky it is.

2) Re-Gifting: Remember re gifting is a huge no- no. (see previous post on the only reason it is ok, there is only one people ) Think donation to a homeless shelter or a nursing home. Someone there didn’t receive a gift and would appreciate what you don’t want.

1) When to put up the lights: Don’t start decorating for Christmas till after Thanksgiving is over. Why you say. Well for starters Thanksgiving is for giving thanks not for kissing under the mistletoe and 2nd remember the magic of going to sleep after a big turkey day dinner and waking up to a beautifully decorated mall or home? Well we need to get back to that. The magic of the holiday that is called  Christmas.

So if you just follow these wonderful, updated, and true etiquette tips. I’m sure they’ll help you get through this holiday season. Not following them could mean that with all that holiday cheer, will come holiday stress and unhappiness. I mean, when you have family dynamics,  lengthy to-do lists, crazy family obligations , work pressures  & Christmas brain you’ll want to do anything to keep your idea of Christmas merriment just right. Balance is everything and there will be heightened expectations from everyone.  Show them & the world you’ve grown up & follow these fabulous tips. You’ll have them all guessing.

Want to be a little different?

Want to be a little different? Consider sending a fresh Christmas wreath as your corporate Christmas gift this year. Instead of giving the standard gift basket, mix it up a bit and send one of our decorated live Christmas wreaths. Combine the scent of real evergreens, an elegantly decorated wreath, and the fact the wreath will last the entire holiday season and what do you get... An amazing Christmas gift that will ingrain itself in the mind of your client for a long time. Centerpieces also make for a festive gift and go well in an office setting.

 

Make Someone Smile Today Is Underway…

Flowers can make anyone turn up a smile, even in the worst of times. Sending bouquets of these blooms is the perfect way to show someone they are loved and cared for, especially when they do not expect it.

 So in the words of ~ Jon Kabat-Zinn

“The world needs all its flowers, just as they are, and even though they bloom for only the briefest of moments, which we call a lifetime. It is our job to find out one by one and collectively what kind of flowers we are, and to share our unique beauty with the world in the precious time that we have, and to leave the children and grandchildren a legacy of wisdom and compassion..."

So call CASSANDRA’S FLORALS FOR ALL YOUR FLORAL NEEDS. 412*531*1770

Christmas Decorating 101

Christmas is about to come upon is full force. People have now geared up for the decoration of their homes, cars, trees & anything else that is not nailed down. Christmas is most beautiful and amazing holiday of the year.  It’s easy to see why people get very energetic and exited this time of year.
Remember the Griswolds? Everyone tries to outdo their neighbors with lights, trees & anything they think will pass as Christmas decorations. While I say go for it. You always need to think outside the box when your look to add that something special, I am not talking about decorating your car.  I mean who decorates their car? Even though I am a big believer in repurposing everything, Wreaths are not meant to be hung on cars.

Wreaths can be hung over windows, shutters, railings, beds, couches, mantel & a few more places. Just not on cars.  Pull out those lost & forgotten boxes that you don’t use any more and do a retro Christmas. You’ll not only have fun trying a “new” look, you’ll have so much fun remembering the goods old times of Christmas’ past.

 To most Americans decoration is very important part of the holiday season. So even thought you may have remembered the outside. The inside needs done too.  Decorating can be a happy occasion.  Don’t thing oh I have a tree and now I am done. Wrong!!! Look all around your house, inspiration comes from things you already have. Repurpose them and give them a new life.  But if you want to take your decorating to a new level than don’t forget the flowers. Flowers are like the missing key for the decoration beauty.   Without flowers your decorations may fall flat.  Absence of beautiful flowers really will make you feel like Scrooge.

In the winter season there are a wide range of flowers that are available. Of course most are red & white, but remember color always brightens the day. Don’t be afraid to use your inner decorating diva.  As we all know Christmas greens have a wonderful fragrance.    So if you add flowers in your decoration then it really will make your house a home, filled full of amazing scents.

And please don’t put out anything other than cookies & milk for Santa. Being a helper of his I know he doesn’t like anything that is toe- fu, organic, without butter & smells just bad. Stick with the formula that has worked for generations, Cookies & Milk.

By following these simple rules you’ll have a beautiful and stress free holiday. And remember CASSANDRA’S FLROALS is here to help you reach your Christmas potential..

Merry Christmas,
Cassie

day FIVE of CASSIE'S thoughts on HOLIDAY CHEER & ETIQUETTE

In essence, the main point of the Holiday Cheer and Etiquette Story / Tips is:
That if each of us just shows some common decency & give things a little thought first, we can have a very stress free holiday. The best golden rule is: do on to others as you would have done on to yourself. 

But… remember CASSANDRA’S FLORALS is always here if you need anything to make your holidays a little more stress free.

We have has just the right thing… from beautiful candles, one of a kind finds & unique floral arrangements. Everything from Poinsettia's, Wreaths, Garland, Christmas Cactus, Azaleas, Cyclamen, Kalanchoe, Rosemary Trees, Frosty Ferns, Decorative Crosses, Mantle Piece's , Helping you Decorating Your Home, Centerpieces, Arrangements, Gourmet Fruit Baskets, Holiday Themed Baskets, Balloon's and much much more.

Following the above tips will help in your wish to give it back.  And always remember the golden rule..It is always better to be a gracious giver than a receiver.

Day FOUR of CASSIE'S thoughts on Holiday Cheer & Etiquette:

While it’s customary during the holidays for us to reflect on the past year, keep in mind everyone who has helped you achieve your goals. Thinking about all you have to be thankful for in your life is something you should do everyday not, just once a year.  You should always try to acknowledge the people who’ve supported you. For individualizes especially the small-business owner (LIKE ME), this means taking a few minutes out of our / your busy schedules to give thanks to customers, friends, co-workers & employees. Here are some suggestions/ tips.

1.Write Thank-You Notes. A very short, sincere & original card or note lets your best customers & vendors know how much you appreciate their continued support for your business.

2.Host an Appreciation Day/ Open House. Organizing an event at your business will allow every one, your staff, friends, customers & vendors, to get to know one another. You should never pass up an opportunity to network. You never know who you will meet. It just takes that one special person to turn everything around.

3.Picking up the Phone >vs< Texting.  In this ever present mobile time we live in, actually picking up the phone will be that extra little something & give your words an even more personal touch. Always remember expressing your thanks will never go unnoticed.  And you never know the recipient will likely thank you right back.

4.Give a Gift Certificate. Giving a gift certificate is always appreciated. When in doubt, a gift certificate from CASSANDRA’S FLORALS is always a safe choice that can be used for anything they want.

5.Support a Charitable Cause. Make a donation to a food bank, homeless shelter, or another nonprofit in your customers, friends & employees names. Giving back to the community on their behalf will not only make you feel good but it is bound to make people feel good about doing business with you and that will lead to repeat business.

6.Spread the Word. Share a Kind Word & Share it often. Always shine the spotlight on a special customer, a vendor who went over the top for you, or another business you would like to help. Make sure to tell everyone how important that person is to your business, as well as what you’ve done for them & what they have done for you.

7.BUY FLOWERS: Distribute BOUQUETS to EVERYONE to show them how much you value their contributions to your success IS ALWAYS A GREAT CHOICE. CASSANDRA’S FLORALS has just the right thing… we have everything from beautiful candles, one of a kind finds & unique floral arrangements. Everything from Poinsettia's, Wreaths, Garland, Christmas Cactus, Azaleas, Cyclamen, Kalanchoe, Rosemary Trees, Frosty Ferns, Decorative Crosses, Mantle Piece's , Helping you Decorating Your Home, Centerpieces, Arrangements, Gourmet Fruit Baskets, Holiday Themed Baskets, Balloon's and much much more.

Following the above tips will help in your wish to give it back.  And always remember the golden rule..It is always better to be a gracious giver than a receiver. 

Day THREE of CASSIE’S thoughts on Holiday Cheer & Etiquette:

So now your thinking do I or should I be purchasing gifts for partners, employees, customers and clients? We all have office gift-giving festivities to think about.  While you may genuinely love your suppliers & customers (I know I love everyone of mine. Hi everyone, fellow bloggers & facebook family), your always thinking, what do give/get them for the holidays?

The most cherished gifts are those that make recipients feel as if you thought specifically about them. Remember two things:

1.    You don’t have to buy for everyone even if they give you a gift. Say thank you very sweetly & let them know it wasn’t in your budget this year, but you really appreciate the thought. (because again they should be giving it to you out of the goodness of their heart.)

2.  It can really embarrass people/ business collages if you don’t handle gift-giving appropriately. 

So your thinking, it’s hard to go wrong with gift certificates that can be redeemed at any time. But what if you give someone a gift certificate for coffee (and they hate it) when they really wanted one for the nearby shopping mall.  While some people may think their doing good, everyone should take care not to give the one gift that is the most tacky and the one that is so over given: the one-size-fits-all gift. 

 Here at CASSANDRA’S FLORALS we try to make sure every item is different and unique. EVERYONE LOVES & NEEDS FLOWERS AT SOME POINT. One very important& know it should never be forgotten golden rule for giving business gifts is try to avoid any that may connote intimacy.  Would you want these gifts given to you? These types of products are something that a client may not appreciate also. Do you really want to start the New Year off with a lawsuit? If you answered no, stay with the FLOWERS if you answered yes, than I know a really good lawyer I can refer you to. 

The one gift that everyone will like at won’t offend anyone is a little plant or floral arrangement. Here at CASSANDRA’S FLORALS we have just the right gift. From beautiful candles, one of a kind finds & unique floral arrangements. Everything from Poinsettia's, Wreaths, Garland, Christmas Cactus, Azaleas, Cyclamen, Kalanchoe, Rosemary Trees, Frosty Ferns, Decorative Crosses, Mantle Piece's , Helping you Decorating Your Home, Centerpieces, Arrangements, Gourmet Fruit Baskets, Holiday Themed Baskets, Balloon's and much much more.

Also keep in mind if you still need some help for an office party, formal dinner, cocktail party, No event is to small for CASSANDRA’S FLORALS.  

Following the above advise will help in your wish to give it back.  And always remember the golden rule..It is always better to be a gracious giver than a receiver. 

Day TWO of CASSIE’S thoughts on Holiday Cheer & Etiquette:

Ok so now I know you’re all wondering, how do I choose an appropriate gift for a holiday friend, hostess or foe? Exchanging gifts is an etiquette minefield studded with unspoken rules (step very, very carefully), do you or do you not bring a gift? (hey I’m not called mini Martha for nothing.) First you need to think of the extent of hospitality provided.

Think a Yes, if you are a houseguest, visiting someone’s house for the first time, have been invited to a holiday dinner/party, or someone has given their time, resources, thoughtfulness and energy to someone or something you love & you want to say thank you.

Think a No, if you’re only doing coffee, having a quick lunch out, helping your sister, want to keep a fair weather friend/ foe (let them go. Their dragging you down) or you’re just invited to go caroling w/ friends.

 So the next question is what do I get & how much do I spend?  Gift giving really depends on how well you know the recipient.  I feel it is important to express thanks & thoughtfulness, with at least a small token of appreciation.  Giving to others may bring you pleasure but keep in mind not to overdo it.  Here at CASSANDRA’S FLORALS I always suggest having a budget in mind and don’t go over.  We offer a wide array of gift giving ideas that will fit into any budget.  Most customers rely on one of the standard three hostess gifts: flowers, alcohol or food.

Of course Flowers are right up my alley. Here at CASSANDRA’S FLORALS we have everything from beautiful candles, one of a kind finds & unique floral arrangements. Everything from Poinsettia's, Wreaths, Garland, Christmas Cactus, Azaleas, Cyclamen, Kalanchoe, Rosemary Trees, Frosty Ferns, Decorative Crosses, Mantle Piece's , Helping you Decorating Your Home, Centerpieces, Arrangements, Gourmet Fruit Baskets, Holiday Themed Baskets, Balloon's and much much more.  Unfortunately I can’t sell the alcohol or food, since I’m not licensed to do either. So I say just stick with the FLOWERS! That way No one can be upset with you for helping them get drunk, (they could be in rehab for all you know), or if somebody’s on jenny craigish type plan ( you don’t want them to think you’re getting them fat again).

Following the above advice will help in your wish to give it back.  And always remember the golden rule..It is always better to be a gracious giver than a receiver. 

CASSIE’S thoughts on Holiday Cheer & Etiquette

Hi everyone, fellow bloggers & facebookers,

Cassie here with some thoughts on this very festive time of year.  You know what they say, Holiday cheer / joy comes hand in hand with holiday stress. After all, we all have family dynamics (someday I’ll have to tell you about mine), a couple of ton’s of work pressures (hello?) and lengthy to-do lists (mines like 3 pages long);Mix that all together with the heightened expectations of Joy & Merriment and you got one hell of a recipe for Christmas Delight. So what is one to do: here are my thoughts & tips that should help ease the pain w/out losing a friend or family member in the process?  Enjoy and have a splendid holiday season.

1: It’s not about the rules—it’s about the relationships.  Remember what the holiday is about, Peace, Joy & Good Will for all mankind, big or small, human or not (pets).  Not all the commercialization that this holiday has become. It’s about the love you have for everyone & everything & not the gifts.

2: You should never start decorating for one holiday before another one ends. 

You should always wait until after Thanksgiving to start thinking about Christmas. Remember the magic of the holiday? Walking into the mall on black Friday and being amazed with all the decorations.  Well decorating should only start after the last balloon has passed by in the Macy's parade.  Only than should you think about Christmas & Santa. Let’s all go back to traditions. Hold strong to your beliefs and do what is right for you. Don’t do what everyone else is doing. Personalize it. It’s better to be unique and special than run of the mill.

3. Thoughtfulness: The most cherished gifts are those that make recipients feel as if you thought specifically about them.  Personalization is the key to gift giving success. You know you got it right when that truly genuine smile comes out the second they see the gift.

4: Regift = I don’t want it, it’s ugly…so I’m going to give it to you.  This should be done rarely...if ever, it ranks high on the tacky scale (like a 17at least). Even if you have an abundance and or surplus of wonderful & beautiful things and or stuff, that your feel others would enjoy, it should never be done. Only exception…give your sister the ugly sweater grandma gave you & instead of her last Christmas & smile ever so sweetly as she opens it & say… I know how much you wanted it. I bet it will be the gift that makes an appearance every year. Than its ok because it’s a fun poke at family among the tense drama that I sure the day has brought.

Following the above tips will help in your wish to give it back.  And always remember the golden rule..It is always better to be a gracious giver than a receiver.  

God Bless this day now & till the end of time

I just want to take a moment to say thank you to every person living or dead who lived through this horrible day & has served our country since then. December. 7th should be a day no one ever forgets. Whether it's 1 day, 100 days, or 100 years from now. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!! May God's blessing always be with you!!!

It's Wednesday!!!!

How come society today thinks it’s ok to do whatever they want? Trash someone on a social media site because they don't think where ever (a business of any sort) they are is what they think it should be. So they tweet or post that that place is horrible. Well guess what people, words and actions do hurt and WHO ARE YOU? WHO ARE YOU, to ruin someone’s hard work? So you just don't like someone, WHO ARE YOU to, either vandalism them, their property or hurt them. WHO ARE YOU? I’m so sick of people today just taking advantage of everyone. No one & I mean no one (except a small handful of people in our vast world) has a little thing called RESPECT. What happened to the values that our grandparents & parents (I say anyone born from the 60's back) were taught. You look at someone wrong they sue you. You ground or discipline your child they report you to CYS. You give a child a bad grade or someone’s else’s child bullies them they bring a gun to school and kill many. You don't give someone what they think they are entitled to the hurt you. You say something to defend someone else and you are vandalized? People lurk around and just think of ways to hurt one another. Again, WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? Let’s all grow up.  Let’s start to get back what we need most in this world RESPECT!!! There will always be war but maybe if we threat people a little better may be there wouldn't be so much. If we always just remember TO TREAT OTHERS AS WE OURSELVES WOULD LIKE TO BE TREATED, maybe just maybe if we start to do this, things might actually start to change. And guess what people change is a part of life. It can be good or it can be bad. It’s up to you. Let’s make it the good kind. Just a little light reading I though you all might like before lunch.  :D

why do we have to be so connected???

Has anyone observed that the culture of being ‘always connected’ has changed the consumer’s spending habits in a myriad ways? What happened to actually going into the store and asking for something in person? Mobile devices increasingly enable consumers to find, receive dynamic bargains/deals right away, or to compare prices online instantly. While more & more of us are being constantly connected ...& finding way too much online where is the fun in it all? Where is the human aspect of it all?
Remember when you walked into the mall on black Friday and you were memorized by the magic of it all. Thinking how did Santa’s elves do all this in one night? And your parents saying if you believe than anything can happen!!!
Where did that all go? How did we let this happen? Where is the magic? The fun? The WOW?   While we are a society of give me, give me, give me, it’s easy to see why & how this happened i mean we want it now and be dammed with the how & why. We are definitely a culture of being connected in more ways than one.
But...
I’m just saying... is anyone else sick of holiday deals now? Of the commercials throwing it to us already? Of them telling us what we should be doing instead of us just doing? Of how big business is extending black friday all weekend , taking away from the small business on their day (sm business saturday). Or how Cyber Monday is a week long instead of just Cyber Monday. How about how they tell us how we should look & talk. What we should wear and who we should wear. I remember asking my mom one Christmas if I could have a pair of Gloria Vanderbilt jeans.(did i just date myself?) And when she asked why, I said because everyone is getting them. She said we’ll see. I was so happy, well on Christmas morning I was so looking forward to my jeans & when I opened them all I could think of was Wrangler? Really?(no offence wrangler) My mom could tell I was upset & asked if I like my gift. I wasn’t a complete moron & knew enough to say yes,(i mean if you new my mom you knew that you said yes no matter what) it just wasn’t the designer I thought it would be. My mom’s famous come back (and i wish i had a kid to use this on all the time)... but honey they are designer ... I asked how she thought that. She said they are designed to cover my ass & that they will....
A the good old days :D can you see saying that to your child now? They would report you to CYS.  It would be & is easy to see & just go with it. But what would happen if we chuck what they tell us should happen and when and just go with the possibilities.
Now that really would be magic :D

 

hello fellow bloggers.

So hello again,

I want to reintroduce myself. I’m Cassie. I’m sorry about not blogging once I set up my account but life has gotten semi worse and to escape I’m going to blog. So lot's have happened some good some bad but my outlook is you can't change what has happened. So you just have to live with it. Everyday i'll post about my life or tips or just about stuff :D so stay tuned and let’s rock n roll....

welcome to my world!!!

hello every one,

day 1: my name is cassie & my life is so screwed up. i mean i'll say it. nothing to hide here. i have so much going on that i know my life would be a great reality show. no one would believe it.  i  just can't believe what  is going on not olny in my small worls but overall. i mean i could blog asll day about useless stuff.

just a few facts about me & i have a beautiful shop in the south hills of pgh called casssandra's florals. i started this blog to just post whats on my mind. some days it'll be about flowers, some days it will be about what ever is on my mind or what i'm feeling.  just so you all know my life is way crazy & i needed a place to just say hi to who ever is listing. 

i have four beautiful girls that i rescused from meanness. mercedes, cotton (yipper), banana & lexi (my mother was right you always do get a child just like you but thats for another day) mercedes & lexi are boston terriers & banana & yipper are malatese. the cutes things ever.

also my spelling might not be the best i was raised a pittsburger so bear with me & hopefully i'll have at least 1 follower. 

well i have to go process all the flowers i got to day thats always fun ill try to blog at least once a day so to all of you out there in cyber space as luke would say to han may the force be with you........