Father's Day 2014 Special

This is a guest post by Abhay Kanwar.

Ever since I was a little kid who had always snuggled up next to his dad when he read The Charlotte’s Web to me, the same kid who yelled, "Don't let go!" when he taught me to ride a bicycle. These are the moments I look back to and realize how very much my Daddy pampered me. As Father’s Day approaches, I miss my Dad but I am thankful that I have so many wonderful memories of him.

None of you can ever be gratified enough of being the offspring of such a Father who - so giving, so selfless, so faultless. I am sure there has been a moment in each of your lives when you have stopped to wonder the unparalleled importance of your dad in your lives. Their influence infinite, their presence supreme! They have been a pillar of strength for you and their wholehearted love has never demanded anything from you other than your love and respect. Celebrate the spirit of Father's Day with FlowerAura and cherish the presence of your father in your life.

Gifting Ideas for Father’s Day: Buying gifts can be incredibly hard, and while taking the easy road with a tie or coffee mug is tempting, why not do something really special for the Old Man this year? To help nudge you in the right direction, we’ve put together this DIY list of suggestions that we know can help turn his Father's Day into more than just another game night.

1) Have each of the kids paint their names (in their own style and favorite colors) on a solid white tie. Children who cannot write could draw a small picture. Your father can proudly wear that tie on Father’s Day.

2) Frame a special handwritten note or tribute. Even little ones can give Dad a unique note with printed letters or crayon-colored pictures.

3) Recreate an experience with your father that brings back memories (going to a special sporting event, amusement park, camping trip, etc.).

4) Give your dad gifts to encourage him in his special hobby or talent. Kids could wrap individual presents that all relate to a central theme. E.g. giving him some canvas, oil paints, brushes, and such. To jump start your dad to get him to paint again.

5) If your father is nearby, take him to lunch (or breakfast).

6) A lovely bunch of flowers to make him feel special along-with a good quality bottle of champagne to make him feel proud. This is a perfect gift to thank your father for everything he has done for you.

7) Write about some specific memories in a letter. Let him read the letter and then talk together about those specific memories. If your father does not live nearby, send him the letter and follow it up with a phone call.

Bring a smile on your dad's face this Father's Day with FlowerAura. Let your daddy know how much you love and value his presence with our wonderful collection of gifting options. Please also checkout our Father's Day special gifting range.

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Mother's Day 2014 Special

This is a guest post by Abhay Kanwar.

“Making a decision to have a child – it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” - Elizabeth Stone

There seems to be a holiday for every member of the family these days, but none is probably more important than Mother’s Day. What daughter or son would dare forget the woman who gave birth to them? With that in mind, we at Floweraura wish mother’s around the globe a very Happy Mother’s Day!

Not because she did something in particular. Not because she read the right books to you, made sacrifices for you or because of anything that she bought for you. My mom is the best because, quite frankly, she just is. You and I both know that she has always done the very best as a mother. No matter what the circumstances, she has always been there through our worst experiences and troubles, stood by our side through our struggles — both the ones that we had on the inside and the ones forced on us by the outside world.

There was a day when not only you were born, but a mother was born as well. That was not always an easy or elegant transition. Under the most challenging of circumstances, she made you the person you are today. Many of the difficulties and challenges that we overcame growing up, wouldn’t have been possible without the unconditional love and support of our mothers. You and we both know that she has always loved you with all her heart and would continue to do so till the end of time.

Mother’s Day is now celebrated across the globe. The date has varied over time, and from place to place. But it was the City of West Virginia in the U.S. to adopt Mother’s Day before everyone else. It eventually became a national holiday, celebrated across the world on the second Sunday of May each year. So, remember to honor you mother this May. Mother's Day is on May 11th this year. Don't you dare forget to get your mom a gift. She deserves it. She's your mother after all!

You know how modern families are. We’re all really busy; we’re spread out all over the world, so it’s more important than ever that we keep bonds with our loved ones strong. Over 40% of us won’t be able to spend time with our mums for Mother’s Day. But we have the perfect solution for you all:

STEP 1: Choose online Mother's Day gifts and your Mother's favourite Flowers from FlowerAura.
STEP 2: Get them delivered to your Daddy. Ask him to hide the present until Mother’s Day.
STEP 2: Ask your daddy to deliver her the flowers and gift on Mother’s Day, 11th May.
STEP 3: Initiate a video call and ask your dad to give her the present in front of the camera. This way you’ll be able to see her expression while she opened your gift.

Gift a beautiful creation of god, flowers.. to your creator, your sweet mum. On this Mother's Day make sure you tell your mom how special she is. Surprise her with beautiful Mother's Day flowers from the collection at FlowerAura.com and let her bask in your never ending love for her. Check out Floweraura’s Mother’s Day Gifts today.

More about the author - Abhay Kanwar