Talking about peonies, that is. Yesterday I was at my local friendly Trader Joe’s (oh how I love me some Trader’s) and I couldn’t resist purchasing a bunch of peonies.
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Wouldn’t you know, they’ve bloomed overnight and now I CANNOT take my eyes off them. I keep them in my line of vision and look over with googly eyes every few seconds like an adoring pre-teen fan. I’d get their autograph if I could.
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Anyhow, these beauties are in season right now, which means they’re way more affordable AND better looking. If you’re getting married during this time of year, please, do me a favor and use peonies.
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Or, just pick some up for yourself, put them in the vase, and tell them (as often as you can when no one is listening) how much you adore them.
She looks lovely alone, or surround with a bunch of other pretty friends. (Though I think the peony makes all the other gals jealous).
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Look what $6 can do? (Yes, $6…that’s how much I paid for 5 stems!)
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And she’s mighty versatile! She can do casual and she can do fancy.
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Happy Tuesday!