? about v day

BurntHombre · 02-09-2005, 07:14 AM

Speaking of roses...reminds me of a Valentine's day from my freshman year in college.

My girlfriend and I were at different schools in different states, so, a few weeks before V. Day, I called 1-800-FLOWERS and arranged to have a dozen roses delivered to her on Valentine's day (and ended up paying something ridiculous, like $90 or so). It was supposed to be a suprise, of course.

Valentine's Day rolls around, and I give her a call that evening, expecting to get some kudos for my romantic and thoughtful gift -- not that that's why I sent them, but..you know.

We make small talk for a few minutes, and I notice she's not mentioning the flowers nor is she sounding particularly upbeat. Finally, I'm forced to ask, "So, uh, did you like your flowers?" Lame, I know.

She says, "What flowers?"

"Didn't you get some flowers delivered to you today?"

"No," she says.

"#$@*%$!!" I say (but only in my head).

Then I had to explain to her that I'd sent flowers, she should have gotten them that day, I'm not sure what happened, blah blah blah. Later I called 1-800-FLOWERS to get an explanation. Turns out that they knocked on her dorm room door, but since she wasn't there they just left -- didn't leave the flowers, a note, anything. Thanks, guys!!

In short, it took two more days and two more attempted deliveries before the flowers got to their intended recipient. Kinda took all the steam out of my plans.

So, moral of the story: 1800FLOWERS.com not so good for surprise deliveries of a timely nature.

SilverNitrate · 02-09-2005, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Chris

All I know is that you do NOT want to give your girl a yellow rose alone. (yellow stands for friendship, I believe). I know a guy who did that and didn't have a girlfriend the next day.

Wow! I hope I never date a girl that's that shallow.

Signing&Singing · 02-09-2005, 12:18 PM

i've been given so many yellow roses by guys who don't understand that they mean friendship but i took pity and let it be.

**redbaron** · 02-09-2005, 12:32 PM

according to that site, yellow also means "promise of a new beginning" which i guess could work.. :P

I wouldn't buy a dozen, but a single rose isn't a bad idea. Go long-stemmed, and definitely go with red. Pick it yourself so that you get one that you think looks good.

Gracie Love · 02-09-2005, 12:36 PM

YOu know at Walmart they have so really good boxes of Chocalate with a teddy bear attached to the box for like $5. You might also consider something like that instead or in addition to a rose. She is going to be happy with what ever you do. So I wouldn't worry about the color of the rose so much. I would avoid peach roses. They are for Passion not the best idea for 16 year olds to be dealing with. If you are worried about cost of the rose. GO to a grocery store or Walmart. The florist does mark the flowers up alot for the holiday ( Valentines, and mothers day is how they actually make most of thier money). But if you get her flowers from a grocery store she won't know the difference. You could also consider getting her a small arrangement from walmart or the grocery store. They have some really pretty ones. I think it would be nice to be different on Valentines and get her a small bouquet instead of roses.

I hope that helps.

***BillSPrestonEsq*** · 02-09-2005, 12:55 PM

I haven't been to the site, but the mini rose bushes I have given were in colors which I doubt are on there...

ChrisHarbison · 02-09-2005, 01:29 PM

I think Valentine's Day (aka, Single Awareness Day as it's called by some, haha) is over-rated. I don't have anything special planned for Wanda and I this Valentine's Day, not because I don't like to do things for her, but mainly because I'm broke trying to pay bills and pay for a wedding.

None the less, what is the big deal with Valentine's Day anyway? Shouldn't her birthday or your anniversary be when you celebrate love and all that mushy crap?