The Meanings of Roses: The Number And Colour Of Roses Conveys A Message!
Roses are popular. Everyone knows that. But did you ever wondermore about the "meaning of roses?" I mean -- "what exactly am I telling someone when I send them "x" number of a certain color of roses? Before I get to the meanings of the various colors of roses, and even the number of them that you send, let's have a brief history of the rose... Roses are believed to be native to the western United States. Fossils of roses have been discovered in Montana but they have been recorded thoughout history all over the world. The ancient Romans used roses in festivals. Roses petals were mixed with wine for a decandent flavour or petals were showered over guests to give them a warm welcome. In Egypt it is belived the Cleopatra kept rose filled pillows in her boudoir and once recieved Mark Anthony in a room knee deep in rose petals. Yes, history proves that the rose has always been revered as a symbol for the celebration of love. The rose is also the national flower of the United States and symbolizes the birth month of June. The rose is recognized around the world for its scent and beauty. Did you know that every different colour of rose has a distinct meaning? Yup... so you'd better know what message you are sendingbefore you send it! Here's a breakdown of each colour and its meaning... RED: I love you PINK: Grace and elegance, happiness, and also an expression of admiration YELLOW: Friendship WHITE: Purity and innocence ORANGE: Desire and enthusiam or secret love LAVENDER: Enchantment or love at first sight PEACH: Sympathy or gratitude or modesty and sincerity BLACK: Death CHAMPAGNE: Lasting beauty Even the way roses are arranged can convay something to the recipient. For instance... Two roses joined together with a ribbon represents engagement. Red and white roses arranged toghether means unity. And guess what? Even the number of roses you give to someone also has meaning. Take a look... 1 rose: Love at first sight 2 roses: Deeply in love 3 roses: I love you 6 roses: I want to be yours 9 roses: Eternal love 10 roses: You are perfect 11 roses: You are treasured, the one I love the most 12 roses: Be my steady 13 roses: Secret admirer 15 roses: I am sorry, please forgive me 20 roses: Please believe me 21 roses: I am devoted to you 24 roses: I am always thinking of you 33 roses: I love you with great affection 36 roses: I will remember our romantic moments 40 roses: My love is genuie 50 roses: Regretless love 99 roses: I will love you for as long as I live 100 roses: Always together until we grow old 101 roses: You are my one and only love 365 roses: I think of you everyday 999 roses: Everlasting eternal love (now that can be expensive!). I bet you never thought the colour and the number of roses you send could mean so much? Well... now you know!
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