Day of Dead- Flowers!

This authentic dried rose is a fitting tribute to The Day of the Dead...Dia de los Muertos begins on November 1 and ends on November 2...this holiday is celebrated throughout Mexico... and throughout the world..It's celebrated with Skulls... so the Natural "Skull Rose" is quite appropriate... but what is also interesting is that this day is a celebration... Families gather to celebrate the lives of their departed relatives... to eat their favorite foods, recollect and reconnect- celebrating their lives... and supporting their spirits on their journey...The Flower of "Day of Dead" is the Marigold... as it's fragrance is thought to transend space and time - and attract the spirits to the celebration...It's one of my favorite holidays... because it allows us to reflect on friends and relatives that have past.... and allows us to remember them with fond memories...Many collect special symbols for this day and skull with flowers is on that is very popular... while you may also see skeletons celebrating in the attire of the loved one's occupation...In nearly all cases they are accompanied by flowers... which makes this opportunity to celebrate with flowers... and especially marigolds - very special!Flower Thoughts from J is a FREE Opt-in Email Subscription.Delivered Monday-Friday from J Schwanke, the Host of Fun with Flowers and J on uBloom.com! P.S. ... it's a perfect time to remember our loved ones.. and take time to celebrate their life, loves and contribution to our lives!