WEAR A DAFFODIL PIN FOR CANCER MONTH

Most families and people have known someone affected by cancer. It is not always a death sentence as many cancers are treatable and curable. Inroads in detection and treatment have been made due to donations by the public and groups. We are proud as Canadians that our Icon Terry Fox left a legacy in the form of runs and fundraising events that has raised 100s of millions dollars towards cancer research and treatment. Think about it- he died June 28 1981 and his marathon of hope continues!!  As a family we remember Concetta and Cheryl as two loved ones no longer with us. Who are you remembering?

APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS

April showers to bring May flowers is so inviting right now. Checking my gardens for some sign of a spring bulb budding its head has me hopeful.

The daffodil is a beautiful spring flower. Since April is Cancer awareness month, it brings hope there will be a cure for cancer one day. There are some cancers that have treatments that prolong life. One of our oncologists says that she has patients for years. Their cancer is more of a chronic disease than a death sentence. Luckily I take lots of pictures of my flowers so at times like this the photos come in handy as a reminder of bulbs waiting to bloom. Most years there are some pockets of colour in my garden by now. So buy a daffodil, watch your garden for life or if all else fails buy a pot of bulbs at the supermarket or flower shop. With all the moisture from the snow and ice needing to melt we may not need as many showers! Sunny days would be nice.

A FLOWER FOR CLARA HUGHES IN SUPPORT OF MENTAL ILLNESS

Spring flowers are joyous! The daffodil reminds us to support the cancer efforts. Is there a flower that would support Mental Health? As Clara Hughes rides across Canada in support of MH awareness maybe we could be creative in honouring this illness. Since Clara has red hair, perhaps a flower with some red like a Poppy or Red Rose? Can you think of another one that may work?

DAFFODIL-THE HAPPY SYMBOL FOR CANCER

As April wides down, we are reminded of it as the month to remember cancer and look at research for its cure. Small daffodil symbols are worn by many. As so many families have lost loved ones to the ravages of the disease, the daffodil offers hope for a brighter future.

Was it chosen because it is " a happy flower" ? There is no fragrance. The yellow and white are basic colours. Why is it the symbol for cancer? It is a welcome spring flower in any garden!