This might be considered an unusual rescue remedy"
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This might be considered an unusual rescue remedy"
We have talked about yoga, online classes, the benefits of walking and even dashes of red lipstick as a way to brighten up the days of restricted living. I’ve played with dress-up Friday and I’ve mixed my very best with my least exciting. Reading and Netflix has amused and taken up hours of my time; I’m deliciously devouring my way through Call My Agent – it’s a must and thank you for the recommendation – and not sure what’s next after that.

What I haven’t mentioned is the joy and happiness florals have given me. Flowers brighten our home, they are an extravagance I must make happen. Before the pandemic, I was less disciplined about filling our house with flowers – there was a plant or two or a bloom here and there – it wasn’t always on my agenda. Fridays now mean not only dressing up or a red-lip day but the changeover of the vases. They make me smile, they make me happy and they make me content in a world atmosphere crying out for discontent. Flowers, their colours, their forms, the way they change over days brings a lightness and joy to where we spend 99% of our time. I find florals a positive therapy in a mad world.

Our living space is open plan – an L shaped living and kitchen with a terrace and garde...