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2 posts from July 2011

27/07/2011

Training continues...

Only a couple of weeks until the guys set off on their cycle, so time for a quick training update, but instead of writing too much about it this time, we though we'd let the pictures do the talking...

Julypics

In a change to their normal training this weekend, the boys'll be cycling at the Gyle shopping centre, Edinburgh.  Come along on Sunday and show your support!

Or donate online for Maggie's Cancer Caring Centres and the Lothian Autistic Society.

19/07/2011

A Perfect Gift

I came across a very interesting read the other day in 'The Science of Flowers and Feelings' - an article about the effect that receiving flowers can have on our moods.

Scent-of-summerIt details a study showing that people's moods instantly improved upon receiving gifts of flowers, and that their moods were still higher when tested again after a few days.  Having received sunflowers last week as a Thank You gift, I can absolutely relate to this.  The flowers are still looking gorgeous, and bring a smile to my face each time I walk into the room and see them.

So if you're looking to cheer someone up, and keep that feeling around a while, flowers are definitely a good way to go!