Coffee Break with Liz and Kate

In honor of stupid Cupid, I thought we’d have a little fun with flowers, today. Plus which, Kate outdid herself with the personalized fortune cookies, so I’m trying to save face, here.

As you probably know, Valentine’s Day is a huge boon for florists, with the male of the species ordering blooming love for their lovers. In fact, 50 million flowers are given worldwide on this date.

But there are a few rules of the road when it comes to giving flowers – especially when that flower is a rose. Personally, I’m a tulip girl, but I’m sure there are many of you out there intent on buying the love of your life a dozen roses. That said, let’s make sure you get the right color, okay?

Red, of course, is a good choice of color, denoting love, romance, beauty and passion. Lavender is a good choice, too, meaning enchantment or love at first sight. Orange isn’t bad, either, symbolizing fascination, passion and desire. Maybe this could be the year you buy a different color – kinda shake things up a bit, huh?

But unless you plan to get the ones with red tips, guys, stay away from yellow, unless you want to tell your significant other that she’s more like a friend, or that you’re really jealous. And believe it or not, the pinks aren’t the best of choices, either, unless you want to convey your gratitude or ask her to believe you about something. Peach roses, while pretty, don’t say I love you. And the blue ones symbolize something unattainable or mysterious. You’ve been warned.

As for other gifts, if your wife has been dieting since the first of the year, might I suggest you steer clear of the five-pound box of chocolates, lest she hit you over the head with the box. And remember, diamonds have always been a girl’s best friend, but I’m sure you’re a close second

Now, for any of you Valentine cynics like me out there, keep in mind that the people who receive the most Valentines each year are teachers – not girlfriends or wives. And if that ugly green monster of jealousy rears its ugly head, remember that when all is said and done, more than 8 million Americans will buy Valentine’s Day gifts for themselves, so as not to appear left out. If it bothers you that much, order yourself a dozen roses – just make sure to get the right color.

-Liz

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