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Is it ok to send flowers....?

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Eglantine21 Fri 24-Apr-20 14:37:55

You don’t say what her disease is but be cautious if it is anything that affects her immune system.

When my husband was treated for leukaemia we were not allowed to have any plants or flowers in his hospital room or in the house.

In spite of telling everyone people still sent flowers and I had to tell the florist to take them next door.

My neighbour appreciated them?

Sussexborn Fri 24-Apr-20 14:21:03

Just googled it and the flower delivery services are all still operating. It’s worth checking on a voucher codes site as they usually offer generous discounts.

I’ve used Flying Flowers and Bloom and Wild with excellent results.

It is unsettling when our normally upbeat relatives are having a down day. My SIL was very down on one occasion but much more her usual self last time we spoke.

SueDonim Fri 24-Apr-20 14:20:13

I’ve sent flowers to two friend who’ve been bereaved (not CV). Florists are observing the safety measures put in place and I don’t think it’s any riskier than normal mail or shopping.

timetogo2016 Fri 24-Apr-20 14:10:32

I don`t think flowers would carry the virus tbh.
I think it`s a lovely idea Grannybags .
Stay safe both.

Grannybags Fri 24-Apr-20 14:07:43

My sister has had 'the letter' and is shielding. Normally she's a very up beat person, and very positive about coping with her disease. Since receiving the letter however she seems to have gone downhill mentally.

It's her birthday next week and I was thinking of sending her some flowers to cheer her up as obviously she wont be able to go anywhere to celebrate.

Is it ok to send the flowers or is there a risk I could be sending Coronovirus into her home? Be interested to see what you all think