what would you like to explore?
hi! you picked lavender (technically an herb but that's okay), from old French lavendre and Latin lavere, meaning "to wash," because of its common use in laundry lol :)
they have been valued for centuries for their physical beauty, soothing fragrance, healing properties, and multitude of uses. lavender infusions are believed to soothe bites, burns, and headaches, as well as aid in sleep and relaxation.
likely stemming from its calming and therapeutic qualities, some of the most common meanings for the lavender flower include grace, serenity, and calm.
this year was full of ups and downs for sure as we witnessed changes we never could have imagined, and we've also adapted and grown in ways we we might not have otherwise. i hope that you continue to find sources of inner peace in little things throughout 2021. i hope you find comfort in your company and in the company of those you love.
hi! you picked tulips, from the French word tulipe, which traces back to the Persian word dulband, meaning "turban" after the shape of the bloom.
the Turks who originally bred the flower considered it a symbol of paradise on earth and planted it to remind them of heaven and eternal life, while the Dutch that popularized the flower considered it a reminder of how brief life can be instead.
the history of tulips is full of unexpected developments, and even in the modern day, it can symbolize almost anything depending on the color and culture. this year has reminded us of how so much of life is unpredictable and out of our control. life is crazy sometimes :)
pink tulips are known to represent affection and good wishes- and you already know you have all of mine <3
hi! you picked roses, which comes from the french and translates to "pink". the rose is one of the most famous and beloved of all flowers, so i doubt it needs any further introduction.
the red rose also conveys courage, respect and the creative spirit of love. your passion for whatever you create, your ability to stay creative and improvise where others would get stuck, and your commitment to give your 100% in every project that you work on - whether it's an artistic endeavor, a written piece, or a thoughtful gift - is very representative of this flower.
it will be okay, because today's me is doing just fine
yesterday's you, now it's all clear
i want to hug the many thorns in the budding rose."
in general, i don't doubt that this year was not always easy, but your dedication to what you love has brought you this far. i hope that in this new year, you continue to reap the benefits of your hard work and reach your full potential in whatever you set your mind to.
hi! you picked zinnias, which bloom from mid-summer all the way until frost. as they are very tough flowers, their symbolism has evolved to mean endurance in all of its many forms.
whenever you feel directionless or need resolve to tackle a big problem, i hope that the legendary endurance of these zinnias will remind you of how strong and capable of you are. i hope it reminds you that setbacks are temporary, the heat of the moment will pass, and that will be able to move graciously through any obstacles to get to your goal, just as these flowers overcome unforgiving droughts and pesky bugs to put forth beautiful flowers.
"past the end of this cold winter, until spring comes again, until the flowers bloom again, stay there a little longer."
hi! you picked sunflowers, which are named after their tendency to face the sun. they are also known as helianthus, from the Greek helios, meaning "sun" and anthos, meaning "flower".
while reading through the characteristics of this flower, i found many things that reminded me of you.
most varieties stand in full bloom for months on end during the hottest days of the summer, and you, of course, thrive in summer. but beyond just that, the resilience and strength of sunflowers is something i've seen reflected in you time and time again.
"the morning will come again, because no darkness, no season, can last forever."
the strong and upright stem is an additional testament to how well-rooted sunflowers are, and are why the flowers can represent loyalty and strong bonds between people.
hi! you picked daises, from old English dæġes ēage, meaning "day's eye," because they open in the morning and close at night. daisies can be used to symbolize new beginnings, so i felt it most fitting to use this one to finally say happy new year.
"when the minute and second hands overlap, the world holds its breath for a little while."
the behavior of daisies and what they can symbolize reminded me that after every heavy and difficult day, when the night turns to morning again, there's a new chance to experience a different day than the one before. while this midnight is just any midnight like the 365 ones prior to it, i think a new year can also be a fresh breath of air.
ultimately, it means hope and renewal, so in that spirit, i hope that this new year is filled with all the love and happiness you could ever want <3 i pray that you find success in all aspects of your life in this upcoming year. may Allah ease your hardships and bring you peace and contentment and may He give us all what is best for us as well as grant us with good health.