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I thoroughly enjoyed reading "Flower Therapy" by Doreen Virtue and Robert Reeves. They collaborated to create a wonderful book about angels, fairies and flowers.

This book describes 88 common flowers and how they can bring healing and joy into your life. There are beautiful photos of each flower with a detailed description of the angels that are associated with each, the chakra or chakras that each can affect and a message from each flower.

Being a gardener myself, I was drawn to read this book and learn why I favored some flowers over others. I was suprised to learn that some of the particular blooms I enjoy are because, subconciously, I needed them in my life!

This book is an easy read and a welcome addition to the library of anyone who enjoys gardening, flowers and angels. The authors even decribe how to obtain the essences from the flowers and how to do a flower reading for yourself or loved ones. They also describe the best flowers to give to loved ones who may be grieving or just need a boost.

What a beautiful book! Its cover is a photograph of beautiful flowers of many varieties and colors. The size is similar to that of a well-used wildlife or bird guide and fits easily in the hand. It is not only visually attractive, but has very helpful information to guide one in emotional and physical benefits of each flower. Reeves is from Australia and so there are some fascinating plants outlined in the resource area of the book that those of us in the West are unfamiliar with.

I found that my beloved hydrangea (the "Twist and Shout" variety appropriate for Northern climates like mine here in Vermont) that is planted in the front yard of my home is supportive for "transformation, life-changing decisions, clearing procrastination, and releasing lower emotions." This is the third hydrangea that I have tried to grow in this cool area of the United States, and I'm happy to say that the Twist and Shout variety has done very well in this growing zone. I find it fascinating that the benefits this bush brings are very much in line with my work helping clients navigate through transition!

The resource section of the book includes a wide variety of species. There isn't enough room to include all species of course, but the reader can find many varieties that are native to their part of the world. Each plant in this section is described in full, including botanical name, common varieties, energetic properties, associated chakra, and healing description.

The end of the book lists specific issues or challenges and recommends the proper plant to address each malady. There is also a list of each chakra and the flowers closely associated with these areas of the body.

I highly recommend this mode of healing and this beautiful book, whether you have your own garden, have an opportunity to buy flowers from a locally-owned florist, or enjoy using pure, organic essentials oils.?

I often love to have fresh flowers in my studio. Piano lessons feel so bright and cheerful when I look up and see fresh flowers. The students love them as well. So when this book came up for review, I could wait to read it. This book is like a little encyclopeida with beautiful color photos and descriptions for flowers. There is a informative section at the beginning regarding the care of flowers and ways to preserve them, dispose of them, and use them in our lives.

I wasn’t sure exactly how I would use the book but it so happened the secretary at my Dr.’s office was just diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer. She was very shaken and on a super strict diet. Of course, my first thought was to bring her something to eat but I didn’t want to give her a food she was avoiding. I immediately thought of my Flower Therapy book! The index in the back includes flowers for healing, another index for Archangels, and yet another index for chakras! I cross referenced each and was able to give her flowers that reflected my intentions for her life. As I read the healing descriptions and messages regarding the flowers I was so moved. It was truly a unique and thoughtful way to show love for someone. For example, one flower, gladiolus, was a match for all three of my intentions. Here is part of the message concerning the gladiolus, “I’ll lift your spirits in the blink of an eye. ” and the Healing Description said “Gladious is perfect for easing heavy emotions and energies such as sadness; this makes it a wonderful gift for a friend in need.”

One of my favorite practical tips in the book was how to keep my cut flowers happy in their vase. Five tips are listed but the one I loved most is this one, “Add 2 teaspoons of sugar to the water for food, and 1 teaspoon of vinegar to prevent bacteria from growing.” Sure enough my flowers stays beautiful longer and my vase was a cinch to clean.

This book is so beautiful and informative. Flower enthusiasts will love it, no doubt. I was someone who thought flowers, even the ones you buy in the store that are inexpensive, are a luxury. After seeing this book and seeing flowers as such beautiful, natural gifts of healing I am using them in my every day life more and more. It has been a blessing to me and others.
Hay House sent me this book for my review.