Making Two Fresh Flower Arrangements! 💐☀️💚 // Garden Answer

[@kimberlydeyne5218]

My Husband just entered into the hospice care this week and I have felt a deep sadness, we have been married in Feb. 44 years. Watching this morning's video, you build two beautiful arrangements, the kids playing in the background, the geese flying overhead, and just feeling the love from what you do Laura, was such a peaceful feeling and God telling me, "Everything will be ok Kimberly",❤🙏

[@jeaniemcdaris8276]

🙏

[@brendacejda7069]

Lifting you and your husband in prayer. 🙏

[@katiebee6216]

🙏🏻

[@hospiceforplants9099]

🙏

[@RachelTsTime]

I will have you and your husband in my prayers ❤ 44 years together is an absolute blessing and I hope to have that one day ❤❤❤

[@jimlight6952]

Love watching your videos Laura. Watching you pull the peddles off that rose reminded me of my wife several years ago. She talked to our local grocery store and arranged to pick up all the flowers that were expired and were ready to be thrown into the dumpster. Some weeks there were only a few, but other weeks there would be two heaping grocery carts full. All the flowers were loaded into our car and off to the nursing homes she would go. She would take the flowers inside on a large table and begin pulling all the spent leaves and outer flower peddles off and make fresh flower arrangements for every person's room. Then if there were flowers left over she had several older, sometimes widowed ladies she knew from church and would stop by their homes, visit for awhile and make them a fresh arrangement. It was a real ministry that she enjoyed for several years. I never knew when to expect her to come home, but knew she was bringing joy into many lives. Fresh flowers always bring smiles of joy. Jim

[@jennifercline7843]

How very sweet and caring of your wife to do that. She knew those people would enjoy the flowers so much and put a smile on there face. We need more people like your wife in this world. 🥰

[@jeanhecker4533]

A wonderful story 😊

[@robingrunzweig1880]

such a lovely story!! thank you for sharing!! 💕

[@eileendick8775]

Wow. You are blessed with such a giving woman. 😊

[@Hot-N-AZ]

Sweet memories. 💖

[@WaterisJoy]

If only every parent encouraged their children as you do… You are raising some wonderful children who will thrive with creativity and self confidence. Thank you for letting them express themselves and not discouraging little messes made.

[@delanepamplin425]

Please never apologize for your house, those messes means that it is a Home, where there is love! The arrangements are gorgeous! I couldn’t see the geese but I heard them!

[@janettefisher256]

Benjamin calling Samantha , ‘baby’ , was so big brother 🥰

[@lisafenno4563]

It's so sweet seeing kids use their imaginations .

[@MichelleSuggs-ls1ki]

Love the imaginations of a pair of kids that get to play outside! You are doing it right!

[@lauraconstant3230]

Hey Laura, I'm a Laura too! Just watched you enjoying the feel of sun on your face today - there's an actual word for that lovely feeling - APRICITY: the comforting warmth of the sun on your skin during winter, comes from the Latin word apicari which means to back in the sun 🌞

[@SisterShirley]

I love that word. It's my word of the day.

[@LauraKeown]

Douglas’ low, quiet purr when he’s getting some love and pets😊

[@kristiburr3475]

Laura, you should absolutely make 52 arrangements this year and take us along for the ride! I’d like to have a new one each week - and it’s easy in the summer when everything is blooming! - not so much during the doldrums of winter once the holidays have passed!

[@StaceyFernandes-ek9ks]

Laura your babies are just so sweet you and Aaron do grow stunning flowers but the way you are raising and growing your babies is truly amazing!!!

[@valerieoster8049]

I think it is so sweet that you share all your vases and jars with the kids. Some will break and re washing them will take time that your kids will probably never see you do. Your kind mom heart shines.❤

[@valerieunger211]

Sometimes I just want to follow your kids around and try to think like they think and do what they do! Imagination is a magical, glorious life-affirming force! I love yours, too, that you express through the simple but stunning flower arrangements. Thanks for bringing us along for such a happy day. And sweet Douglas! He loves being with you!

[@laraemitchell9064]

This was very beautiful. From the lovely flowers to seeing Douglas and the kids enjoying their lives. My favorite of the two arrangements is the Delphiniums and white roses. It gave me a flashback memory to my daughter’s wedding. I did all her flowers myself and it was all in blue delphiniums and white roses. I got the roses, special order through Costco ( hundreds of huge white roses plus greens for around $200), and was able to find dozens of potted delphiniums which I cut some of the flowers for arrangements and bouquets and some pots were used for room decor, then planted out in the yard after. All the vases and containers came from Goodwill. I was pretty proud of the whole thing - not to mention the money we saved.

[@tonisherwood1038]

I love seeing your kid's excitement when they heard the geese coming! Reminds me of this quote from Aldo Leopold in his book A Sand County Almanac. "A March morning is only as drab as he who walks in it without a glance skyward, ear cocked for geese."

[@wandabrown508]

Beautiful creation! I enjoyed seeing Douglas rushing to keep up with Laura.

[@Hot-N-AZ]

I worked in an office as a receptionist for many years. I always had lovely fresh flowers on my desk. They brought joy to me and my coworkers and made the lobby a cheerful place for visitors that would stop by.

[@annelarson160]

My Mom used to say, "if there's enough blue sky to cut a shirt out of it, it's going to clear up." I never questioned how large a shirt it needed to be! lol! That memory always comforts me when I'm hoping the sun comes out!

[@nora768]

I absolutely love when you say, crying out loud, that reminds me of my grandfather he used to say it all the time

[@Robin-d6y3j]

My mom said it all the time.

[@godisgood3812]

So funny, so glad you cleaned all those vases. I really appreciate how you pay attention to their creations and not scold them for dirtying all your clean vases. 😂 Your arrangements look so beautiful, makes me want to go pick up some flowers and make my own arrangements. Thank you for brightening my morning. God bless! 🥰

[@juniper754]

Aww Douglas. !!!! Love him, bless his heart ! We could hear his purring .. such happy floofy cat !!

[@jacquip644]

Samantha and Benjamin are becoming such a young lady and gentleman😊 Love the way Dougie was patrolling the shed while Laura was putting the arrangement together...too cute.

[@gardeninggrandma5247]

Hi, Laura: The arrangements are beautiful! You do such a nice job creating them. I wanted to suggest for a future video, to have your Mom do a tutorial on how to create an arrangement. I know she has said that she was a florist. It would be helpful to so many to see how she selects the flowers with the vase she has in mind and have her explain step by step the process of creating an arrangement for us. It would be so interesting for those of us who are new to flower arranging and would benefit from a basic tutorial. Thanks!

[@CarolynOfria-hn3ty]

Beautiful arrangements! I have a feeling that there's going to be a run on flowers at the grocery stores today. 😂 Benjamin and Samantha are so fun. Blessings

[@lindahavron3479]

Once again, Laura, you amaze us with your talent. The arrangements came out beautifully. Seeing Benjamin and Samantha having fun making potions was an added treat!

[@susanvonrauensteinbreuls6058]

What a peaceful video with Douglas and the kids and the beautiful flower arrangements.

[@Chris-uo8ls]

What a change with Douglas since he first came to you. He is such a love now and loves following you around. ❤

[@gloriscalderon3170]

Good call on the delphiniums. I love how Benjamin and Samantha enjoy being creative! No need for electronics .

[@michelleschmadeka66]

“Just in time, Just in time” your son is very official when he is doing a task that requires presenting things to you. ❤❤

[@alw5101]

What a beautiful video Laura… thank you for soothing my heart this morning God Bless you🙏😇

[@ladonsmith639]

Gorgeous flowers! I love how you let the kids play around you! They have such amazing imagination! What a fun day!

[@lindamurray9575]

What a fun project to do on a sunny day 😊. Love how Benjamin and Samantha were so busy making “potions “! Douglas has come a long way from his “bite and scratch “ days. He loves to show you how he loves you now. 🐈‍⬛

[@patriotmama]

Beautiful arrangements! The kids watching the geese are so cute. We live on the Illinois prairie and our house is under a migratory flight path for the geese. They even land in our fields around the house to eat up the left over corn. I have often said to myself when hanging laundry on the line, "I will be really mad if those geese start pooping." When you asked the kids that I had to laugh.

[@jackveenstra9683]

It baffles me the difference in climate in the us. Here In Wisconsin technically zone 6 but the first hard freeze hits things back to the ground here so nice to see fresh green from you 🤩

[@leeterry4088]

Flower arrangement projects are some of my favorites.I love Laura's style

[@eberlinschwinn5634]

Thank you for those two beautiful arrangements. So nice to have fresh green things this time of year.

[@robingrunzweig1880]

nothing like brightly colored flowers to bring cheer on a gloomy day!! those colors are stunning! and for me? you can never ever go wrong with yellows and blues.... everything looks so pretty inside your home... love seeing the kids outside having fun.. your flower shed should have lots of protection based on all those potions! the geese were amazing; sounds like Papa has been telling some stories, 🤣🤣🤣 Douglas is so cute and impervious to mud and wet, hahaha.. i suspect Russell has a prime seat in the greenhouse and is getting in some good naps... looks like a lovely time outside! 🥰❤thanks for the video!! 🥰❤

[@sandykoenig1666]

Laura, the two flower arrangements are so beautiful. I really enjoy how the kids use their minds in such creative ways and that you and your husband encourage them every step.

[@MIchelle-cairn_mom]

Never gets old, luv Douglas following you around the gardens. Little protector!

[@kbell8889]

Loved this so much! I laughed out loud when Douglas flipped his tail so close to the pruners. And the geese!!!! I zoomed in the last time and could see them…I’m always amazed. Of course, the arrangements are beautiful. The yellow twig with the purple blooms are striking.💜💛

[@1800ls]

Douglas is a really happy cat❤

[@elsafischer3247]

Benjamin is so serious and his sister also. Great children.

[@susanhaynes4502]

My ❤️ is with you Kimberly and will Pray for you and your family.

[@barbaralinder2639]

Watching the children make potions takes me back in time, my daughters tried very year making "perfume" believe me. I didn't always smell perfect but they loved making perfume for me Savor this time, it's a gift

[@cathyclark-p3w]

Looks beautiful all the flowers and the things the children gathered. The pillows and toys are the enjoyment of life 😊

[@vickikossman9623]

Love Samantha’s necklace! So boujie!

[@crystlehernandez2872]

I love seeing you make flower arrangements. They are always so beautiful. Love seeing the kids imagination and I always love seeing Douglas. I love how he just wants a lot of love and pets and Russell too. I live in Calif and every now and then geese fly over in their V shape. I love to hear them honking. ❤❤

[@jeanbrewer576]

Hi Laura, Benjamin and Samantha and of course Douglas What beautiful arrangements made my day. It's gloomy here in the Oklahoma Panhandle 6B too cold to go outside. We got a dust of snow and don't know what else we'll get. Hopefully nothing. The kids are sure growing and making potions. How sweet! Thank you Laura for sharing this video. Have a wonderful day. Stay warm 😊👋💐

[@melindaowens1144]

I love your arrangements, Laura. Also love the children getting involved! And it is a refreshing break for those of us who are stuck inside due to the recent snows!

[@diane6920]

If there is a lip on your vase, cut bendable twigs a little larger horizontally and bend a few under the lip creating a grid to hold up the flowers and greens.

[@LindaCorradin-x8n]

So so Pretty… and very Spring! I just had tooth surgery.. feeling pretty sore but I want to thank you for brightening my day!🤗

[@LindaKing-jr4fz]

I love to make fresh floral arrangements..especially nice to come home from work in the winter and a bright burst if flowers greets me!! Love the happy children voices. Douglas is lucky he didn't lose his tail!!. Love how much your kids enjoy playing outside and using their imaginations..and get lots of positivity from their parents!

[@ruthjesse6759]

Hi Douglas, too sweet and loving!!!!! Gorgeous bouquet.

[@blueberrymuffinscottage]

Benjamin and Samantha are living the dream

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

I love it when Laura does arrangements. This one was great because she struggled like I often do working frog-free! Triumph!

[@annaa.7554]

The arrangements are beautiful! I think you'll need to put up a sign on the flower shed that reads: Benjamin and Samantha's Apothecary.

[@debbigal4423]

As the temp hovers just above 0° with 12-25 mph winds with gusts of up to 45mph and snow showers here in upstate NY, I love watching you outside doing arrangements and the kids making potions ❤️

[@marthalapointe4856]

In January, no less!

[@chafrajayfra32]

Your children are truly blessed to grow up with you Aaron and your family. What a life 😊

[@GardeningOnTaylorMountain]

Such lovely arrangements for a January day! To all the bouquet making friends out there, an old metal ironing board is perfect for making bouquets outdoors and potting plants and seed sowing etc. The height is perfect and you can usually find those for a reasonable price just fyi 😊

[@LietteL-ll7nu]

Your first bouquet is sending beautiful spring vibes. It’s fun to see the children’s creativity. Great start to a new year.

[@lifeonkensingtonroad]

So happy to see a new video. Especially, since your cute helpers joined in. 💛💛

[@rosemarythyme6351]

Oh my how beautiful, Laura! Purple and green, and the blue/white combo are a hit with me every day of the week! 10,000 Likes from the Land of 10,000 Lakes! 💜💚💙🤍Thanks for brightening my day!

[@BS-j1965]

I just love Douglas🥰🐾

[@precioushomes541]

I understand why you love Easter, it's a holiday filled with the colours you love, pinks, blues, yellows.... I am in the Caribbean so it's always spring here, enjoy your arrangements.

[@SisterShirley]

I love Easter too. The colors are beautiful but it's the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and hope for Salvation that makes it so.

[@shellyroman1321]

Boy, those arrangements will really last you a nice long time. The alstroe and green mini carnations are such a beautiful combination with the shades of purple/ lavender you have in the first design!♡ I love the idea of having yellow twig dogwood available to use anytime!♡

[@Melody33812]

I always enjoy watching you make arrangements! It's so relaxing and I really needed that after a rough day, so thank you!

[@pandrews9392]

Douglas has quite a purr! Beautiful arrangement.🇨🇦❤️

[@KimatRevAcres]

The arrangements are beautiful! Thank you Laurie, Benjamin and Samantha for an enjoyable morning.

[@mariannelooney6998]

We had an early glimpse of Easter this morning. Joy!

[@DIYGardenMedia]

The landscaping in the yard is really beautiful. I saw it and was very pleased.

[@chichitex1252]

What a nice video! The flower arranging was a real treat out in the back, with kids making the “potions”! ❤❤❤

[@sherylemoore8626]

The children are such fun! The arrangements are beautiful. You bring such joy to my heart on a regular basis. Thank you!

[@larakalevra2233]

The hopeful 'If it doesn't get any colder from now on this plant might actually come back!'-thought has to be universal to every gardener not living in a tropical zone. 😁

[@kimmileusnic3249]

Thank you for bringing us along your creativity today. Your children are so precious. It’s was just lovely.

[@debrasteele7349]

Your arrangements are beautiful! I love watching the kids playing outside and being creative so much fun!

[@LisaBrigner-e5l]

Laura, you are so talented! Absolutely beautiful arrangements! Love hearing the children play too. Thanks for sharing your life with us. 😊

[@JoyStrahle]

Thank you for helping make our day a little brighter

[@carolinenelson3621]

I LOVE the arrangements and they totally give me hope for Spring as I sit under a blanket in my house! It’s freezing in Wisconsin! 🥶 I also laughed out loud when the kids filled the vases! 😅😅 I was thinking oh boy now there’s more work for Laura! 😬😂 I think it’s great the kids are being so creative. You are an awesome mama! ❤️

[@susanmason3432]

Beautiful arrangements. I’d leave the blue and white tree up as long as that flower arrangement is happy. Such a stunning vignette for January. Also, I love seeing the kids stuff in the background. Thank you GA Team.

[@rangerjudi9144]

Flowers help to improve oneself 🌺 🌼….I say we all go along with Laura’s resolution and have a fresh flower arrangement each week our homes. And take one to someone who may need one too! 💝

[@cathymcquinn9113]

What a beautiful way to start my morning! Loved the kids outside using their creativity 🪻

[@terrypauloregon]

This is just what I needed to relax at the end of my busy day. Such beautiful flowers when it’s such a brown garden month. Thank you Laura and the kids potions.

[@blessings4381]

Laura, today's video is especially relaxing and fun too! I love that you talk to "things" when they don't do what you want...😄. I do this all.the time because sometimes they LISTEN... maybe. "and that's just the start.." What super kids. Lovely, lovely arrangements.

[@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149]

Your flower arrangements always turn out to be stunning!! The kids' "potions" are too cute!!

[@barbararichmond499]

Laura, I love how calm you are with the kids getting your glass containers and filling them with potions. Me, I would have panicked and yelled. Your such a good mom. I know, you may have said something off camera, but not in front of us. The kids were so careful too. I love the flower arrangements and I’d buy one of yours for sure from your floral shop. I’ve never tried to make an arrangement unless it’s just a few of my flowers from my garden. Guess it’s time to start this year. Thanks for the tutorial. Have a great day.

[@tommygodwin8635]

Just love watching you create. You are truly blessed with talent. Benjamin and Samantha Grace are so precious. They have grown so fast. Watching them spot the geese brought back childhood memories for me. My Mom taught myself and my brother the following rhyme when we would be outside and spot birds flying over us. "Birdie, birdie in the sky, why'd you do that in my eye? Now I'm not a baby and I won't cry, I'm just glad cows don't fly!" Thanks for the memories.

[@patricia.g1651]

I love that you shop your grocery store's floral department! I have found many beautiful bunches at my local grocery that were very affordable. ❤

[@gardentherapySOS]

I could watch you do flower arrangements every single day.

[@sharonroof1213]

I’m going to try your design of arrangement. Mine usually are in tall vases. These are so beautiful

[@denisefaust1290]

The kids have such great imaginations!

[@LaurieEggleston37]

The geese! They have been flying over my house every morning for a few weeks now and there they are in Oregon now! How interesting! I love the flower arrangements! They are gorgeous!

[@janinekyburz5355]

Thank you for the lovely flower arranging today. You are a beautiful light in our world! I work at a Trader Joes and I’ll bet you got the beautiful flowers there. 💚

[@melissagannon5711]

There's Trader Joe's in Boise.

[@majorkitty7542]

Hey Laura. I would love to see you preserve your summer stock (like your mums etc) in silicone and watch you and your Mom make arrangements with these in the winter. You both deserve the weekly treat. You are both so talented. I never fail to get bored of watching you. xxxx

[@christinawyckoff2164]

Love the fresh beautiful spring flowers makes it feel so much better all the snow that we have we have such cold cold weather here 💐💕🤙💞

[@debradalessiobrown2678]

I love the blue and white one. Those flowers are so blue, which is my favorite color.

[@carolynvenema2264]

Laura, it would be such a fun challenge for you to come up with 52 arrangements in a year! Limitless ideas for sure!

[@laurelechavarria7006]

Gorgeous, as usual. I wish my local grocery store sold such beautiful blooms.

[@Exclusivitea]

Such beautiful arrangements, wow. I also love the kids potion collection, so magical & pretty!

[@colleenmasse9368]

Laura u ALWAYS make me want to run out & get fresh flowers & make a center piece for my table....You always inspire me. ❤...

[@KathleenAhart]

Loved everything about this video. Smiled when I saw all the potions. That was something we would do when we were young. Your kiddos have a great imagination and some serious thought process when exploring the outdoors. Future herbalist ❤ The arrangements are gorgeous. I think I need to try making one. The Midwest gloom outside can make a person sluggish. ❤ Laura, instead of 52 arrangements, you could do an arrangement of the month video.