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What does it mean?
Various flowers express emotions about an impending arrival—joy, impatience, and waiting.
In plain terms
The flowers convey mixed feelings about someone coming.
What can you take from it?
Acknowledge the range of emotions when awaiting important events.

Where it applies

  • weddings
  • reunions
  • new projects

Putting it to work

  • express feelings openly
  • manage expectations

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle mixed emotions before a big event? Which flower matches your feeling?

Another view

Symbolic language may not translate to practical steps.

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