Sunbloom Floral

16/02/2024

Since a bit before I started my flower business I've been on a path to purpose. At first the path was unknown. Perhaps some people have always known who they are and what they, "want to be when they grow up."
I was not this person.
When I was in HS I was taught that security within a job was the best choice. I remember sitting at the breakfast table with my Dad and him handing me a NYT article to read. It was about nursing and how the younger generation should pursue this path due to upcoming shortages.
Instantly I thought to myself- well, that's it then. I'll be a nurse.
As a teenager who went from one school to another I was constantly seeking out approval from people around me, wanting desperately to fit into the mold. Until I came to a point later in my teenage years where I went against the mold and wanted to rebel. (A story for another time.)
I applied the desire for approval to my chosen career path.
What will my father approve of was a running theme for much of my young adult life. The crippling fear of disappointing my Dad ruled my decisions far beyond what I realized.
Until January 2020.
I started taking a boundaries course offered by
A couple months later I found out I was pregnant with my second child and the world went into lockdown. I was still working on, who is Lisa? Truly making decisions rooted from my own heart's desire. No longer seeking out approval from others to the best of my ability. I was reading books again. Byron Katie and "The work of Byron Katie" changed my whole perspective on interpersonal relationships. I read "untamed" by and was inspired to start changing my lifestyle and choose me over societal norms and pressures.
Then, by what I believe to be fate, I stumbled upon and on IG. It was as if a lightbulb was finally turned on. I knew flowers were my path and the journey I needed. To grow them, to create with them, and to spread their beauty. I took Kalins blooming biz course and went up to Walloon lake for her Design Intensive Weekend.
Continued in comments....

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31/01/2024

Hi friends! A final reminder~~PREORDERS CLOSE TOMORROW @ 10am!
See my link in bio to place your order today and swipe to see some Sunbloom flowers from sunnier days! ✌️🫶Lisa
Ps thank you to everyone that has placed their order already! You da best!😘

23/12/2023

Wishing you a holiday bursting with joy. One where you feel your heart warm and your cheeks hurt from laughing. A holiday weekend where you're not watching the clock but soaked in the moment. A belly full of delicious treats and a heart filled with love and delight. Wishing you nothing but pure magic.✨
Happy Solstice
Merry Christmas
Joyful Holidays
from my family to yours ✌️🤍

xo Lisa

11/12/2023

december things
twinkle lights
making lists
snuggles with our dearest
cozy blankets
movie nights
mom burns the popcorn
dad makes it just right
new books to read
and some to give
an abundance of
hugs and kisses
slow mornings
toasty drinks
wholesome magic
the need to sing
these are my december things ✨

✌️💖
Happy Monday, make it magical!

06/12/2023

I look at these photos of my children and hope they find themselves content within the world as they discover who they are and what their purpose is.
I feel for young boys and girls in today's society.
So many conflicting signals.

I've been thinking a lot lately, since our little guy turned 3, about how masculinity is viewed today. The term "toxic masculinity" is constantly in use.
I'm a female with more feminine qualities than masculine but make no mistake I'm made up of both. There is a balancing act taking place.

I worry that my son will be confused by society's current take on masculinity. I've made a promise to myself that I will always be there to remind him that to be masculine is not inherently toxic.

Here's my definition of masculinity ~
A human who carries with them resilience, a sense of calm and rationale, has strength in heart and mind.

Peace and love to you✌️🫶 Happy hump day! 😉

29/11/2023

I think this photo sums us up. Matthews wicked wit always has me smirking. He always knows just what to say for me to crack a smile or a sideways glance.

I think it's so important to stay playful. Keep it fun. Intentionally make each other laugh until your keeled over, snorting, with tears in your eyes.

Have a healthy playful banter. Be flirtatious, just because...

Because it feels good.

I'll flirt with you till the day I die. xo 🥰

📷 HUGE Thank you to the incredibly talented 🫶

15/11/2023

wednesday writing + photos from my favorite album✨ ...

There will be days when curling into a ball will be the answer to standing tall.
Allow yourself the bending and breaking.
Sit with the sound of your tears and breath.
Feel the rise and fall of your chest.
Release the idea that life is a test.
Go on, it's okay - become skeptic.

Embrace yourself like you would a best friend.
Together till the very end.
Remember this~ you are your own hearthstone.
Better let it be known.

✌️🫶
Lisa

02/11/2023

Captured moments and news for what's next ✨....

One made the decision to skip Thanksgiving centerpieces this year. I hope everyone has a restful November. I'll still be here sharing bits of my life and working on more ways to bring you flowers, most likely after the holidays. For now, I'll be embracing time with my babies and the traditions of the holiday season. Wishing you all peace, contentment, and delight! ✌️🫶Lisa

22/10/2023

Cider in the city was so much fun! I wish I would have taken more pictures but I'm grateful to have been kept busy by everyone who came to the booth wanting to learn and create their own bouquet! I had a blast talking with you all and teaching some tips and tricks. I wasn't sure what to expect for my first build your own bouquet bar but you all showed up and we SOLD OUT!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!

Happy Sunday friends! ✌️🫶Lisa

20/10/2023

I couldn't be more excited about tomorrow's event! I've always wanted to do a bloom bar and it's finally come to fruition. I'll be tomorrow from 1-5pm!
Come make and take a bouquet of fall flowers, pick up some cider and donuts, and go for a hayride!
Pick out the perfect pumpkin and bring your kiddos for some fall crafts!

I hope to see you there! ✌️🫶Lisa

18/10/2023

Outside breathing in fall sun and autumn breeze.
Capturing images that I'll look back at longingly.
Its nothing new, the seasons change.
I think to myself, shouldn't I be used to this by now?
A michigander to the core. No where else I'd rather be born.

But at some point under an October sky.
I'll sigh and wish to hit rewind.
My resilient sided mind will send whispers to my heart.

The winter will strengthen you.

The only way out is through.

✌️💖Lisa

11/10/2023

The epiphany hit
and there was no escaping it.
She knew what and who she had to quit.
Once the veil was pulled it all became so clear
She longed for purpose ~ depth ~ connection far beyond fair weather friends.
It would take leaving all comfort behind.
Staying true to herself.
Sobriety on her side.
The path may be lonely and nostalgia will rear its head. But new doors will open and light the path ahead.

✨Epiphany ✨

07/10/2023

I couldn't choose which picture to post so I posted them all. Happy wedding day to a beautiful couple! Thank you for putting your trust in me and for giving me an opportunity to create, I'm so grateful!

Happy Saturday, friends! ✌️💖 Lisa

14/09/2023

What I didn't grow this season ~
Unrealistic expectations
Fear of failure
Imposter syndrome
Unworthy sense of self

Seeds I planted ~
Gratitude
Purpose
Compassion
Self-awareness

My growing season stems beyond flowers, vegetables, and fruit. I'm a continual bloom in progress. Evolving through all the seasons of life. Staying curious and wondering what else I need to learn. What bridge have I not yet crossed? How can I lean into love that much more? What do I need to overcome to be the woman I want to be...

The mother I want to be
The wife I want to be
The friend I want to be
etc, etc..

I'll be here in this square on the Internet sharing my flower journey and my path to a deeper more compassionate understanding of self.

✌️💖
Lisa

10/09/2023

To my remarkable man. Yesterday was your birthday. A day that came before I even existed and yet my destiny was always to be in your arms and holding your hand.

We've found over our years together that there were many occasions our paths could have crossed, but fate held off until we were both ready.

I'm so grateful to have you as my best friend, my unwavering protector, our children's strong yet humble father. I've watched you grow and evolve into the man you are today and I couldn't be more in awe of you and all that you have overcome in your life. Any challenges our family faces you handle tactfully, rationally, and swiftly.
I learn from you every day as do our children.

We learn to think clearly, love with urgency, to face obstacles with bravery, to be playful and goofy just like daddy because this life is all that we're promised. You have made my life rich with love and comfort, security and support.

You are my sun in every morning. Thank you for all that you are, all that you have been, and all you're sure to be.

Happy birthday my one and only love. I love you endlessly.💖

07/09/2023

Adventures with my loved ones. It's what I live for. An up north family photo dump for your feed. 😉✌️💖Lisa

28/08/2023

Yesterday after this lovely bouquet was delivered. Me, Matthew, and our daughter were chatting about life chapters. Since our little girls' first day of 2nd grade was today she of course was thrilled to enter her "2nd Grade Chapter". After she happily declared this chapter will be full of style, friendship, and fun, she asked me,
"Mommy, what chapter of life are you most looking forward to?"

This I had to think about for a bit.

As I thought about it I realized, my life and my chapters truly align with mother natures seasons. My next chapter will be autumn, a season I absolutely adore. It will bring change and as I've gotten older I've come to realize I happily invite change.
I WANT to clear the garden beds and dream of next season. I can't wait for soft snuggly sweaters and the smell of fallen leaves and of course backyard fires. The lovely scent of pumpkin pie and soup simmering on the stove.
The change of seasons may be bittersweet but I can't deny, the bittersweetness within life I've always been drawn to.
I feel it deeply.

I feel alive.

Here's to all our next chapters. Happy Monday! ✌️💖✨
Lisa

20/08/2023

Two used book stores, a skate park, Rocco's deli sandwich, a quick stop at dream cruise, a date night filled with a dozen oysters + a dozen kisses & my heart is full. A wonderful weekend indeed! 💖

15/08/2023

Off to their new homes!! I may not know the individuals they are going to, but I do know 2 strangers out in this world are going to have their days brightened from the flowers I've grown, and damn that feels good.
Have a happy Tuesday!
✌️💖Lisa

14/08/2023

give me all your textures
every jagged edge and soft curve
expose your shadows ~ reveal your light
i don't want to talk about the weather
let's dive into each other's storms
no more small talk chit-chat
what's underneath all that?
peel back every layer
till we get to the soulful center
pull down your guard
open your heart
ah ha there you are!
now doesn't that feel like a fresh start?

~texture~

11/08/2023

Everyone tells you - work on your why.
Well, here's mine.
Here is why I'm growing flowers. Scratch that. Here are ALL my "whys" for growing flowers.

•To learn to be patient. As I grow flowers I can feel myself growing too. It's a long process from seed to bloom and the unfolding is something that fascinates me. There are so many types of flowers the information to absorb is endless. I like that. Always something new to learn, much like life itself.

•I grow flowers to share their beauty. I want to share their beauty because I know how harsh and brutal this world can be. I know that it's the simple things in life that matter most and have the power to bring calm and delight in the darkest of moments. We all need some light to shine on us. Flowers are sunshine I can hold in my hand and then give to you.

•I grow flowers (and now vegetables!) because I want my children to learn about and feel a connection to nature. I want them to know how to grow their own food. I hope I can teach them all they need to know so when they grow older they will have their own garden bed to tend to.

•I grow flowers to show my children that most things in life need tender loving care. That hard work is necessary. That what you give is what you'll get back, so put in the effort in and you will be rewarded. Maybe not always with a beautiful bloom but a lesson instead.
Mistakes are part of the journey and if we aren't making them then we must not be taking risks or daring greatly.

I grow flowers for these reasons and many more. I mean come on, let's not forget... I do it for the butterflies and the bees too!! 😉🐝🦋

If you're still here reading, thanks 🙏 and thank you for being here on my flower filled journey!
✌️💖Lisa

31/07/2023

From Garden to Table 💖 if you're looking for a fresh cut arrangement send me a DM. The garden is in full bloom!

24/07/2023

10 years of marriage and my heart swells with pride. Marriage is no walk in the park. It takes hard, messy, vulnerable work and I'm one lucky lady because there's no better partner than you my love.

Forever yours & forever grateful for the life we're living together. XO

24/06/2023

If you asked me what my favorite part is about designing flowers I'd say I couldn't pick.

From the start of the flower recipe to the completion of the design I love it all.
(Okay maybe not washing buckets)

But there is one special part that stands on its own and has nothing to do with the design process.

It's the part where I stand waiting for someone to answer the door.

When I see their faces light up with surprise as they piece together that someone cares about their happiness. That someone wants them to experience joy. It's beautiful to witness.

Sending joy to you and yours! Happy Saturday! ✌️💖Lisa

14/06/2023

As I took some shots of what was happening in the garden today my little one kept asking, "my turn Mama, my turn?" When I handed him my phone to take pictures I never expected him to capture these photos of me!

As moms we're always capturing pictures of our little ones but I think it's equally important to have someone capture your candid moments too.
When you're in your element, doing something you love, or giving your love to someone else.

While you tend to your littles and want to make sure every moment is documented don't forget you're worthy of that same kind of attention.
✌️💖🌱
Lisa

Ps~ check out that smolder when I turned the camera around for a selfie shot 😆

02/06/2023

I'm not one for prayer really, but when I'm designing with flowers there is someone that I "pray to", "talk to", or "channel".

My Great Uncle Sandy.
He died when I was just 1 year old from complications from AIDS. When he was a young man he started his own flower shop called Sandino's Flowers in Redford. I didn't learn this tidbit about him until I was a young woman, trying to find myself, and then it clicked.

Flowers. They have held a place of importance on both sides of my family. Bringing beauty and joy and conversation.

Discovering that Uncle Sandy owned his own flower shop helped me to believe in myself. I don't know if that makes much sense as I type it, but it was that last nudge for me to know. Lisa, this is in your blood. GO FOR IT!

I wish I could have known him.

Somehow without ever having met him, I feel a connection through the love of flowers and when I'm feeling lost creatively I reach out and hold onto that connection.

All this to say, in loving memory of my Uncle Sandy, I'm creating a summer love bouquet. All proceeds from preorders will be donated to in Ferndale.

The bouquet will be a rainbow mix of blooms delivered to you on the summer solstice, Wednesday, June 21st.

Please see the link in my bio to place your pre-order.

Pre-orders will close Sunday, June 11th.

✌🌈💖
Lisa

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17/05/2023

04/05/2023

13 years ago I was so nervous. I woke up with butterflies in my stomach. It may seem silly but I still acknowledge our first date anniversary, even though we're married. Do we buy each other gifts and go out? No. But this was where it all started. The truth is after our first date we were inseparable. Drawn to each other like magnets.
This date changed the course of my life.
I found my person. My companion. My best friend.

This is the very first picture taken of us as a couple. Fast forward to now and damn is my man aging like a fine wine. 😍🔥

We've been through so much together. So many different chapters. I wouldn't change a single thing, even the chapters filled with struggle.
Over the years our bond has strengthened and become so much more than the girl in this photo could have imagined.You've supported my dreams and help bring them into reality. I love you and I love this day.

Happy 13 babe💖

27/04/2023

I've always fancied the number 33. I'm the kinda gal that'll make wishes on 11:11 or 3:33 or 4:44... You get the gist.
My 33rd year did me well.
In retrospect, 33 was a year of radical change. Dipping my toes into uncomfortable water. Figuratively and literally.
(On that cold shower trend🥶brr)
It feels refreshing moving forward with a clear mind. No more numbing or diluting with alcohol.
Facing life head on.
Trusting in myself and believing that I know what's best for me and then acting upon it.
The concerns of acceptance are no longer weighing me down.
Having the strength to remove myself from places, spaces, and circles I know deep down are not where I thrive.
Allowing myself to be different.
Having the courage to self express, be creative, and begin to build new relationships that help me flourish.

My marriage is strong, playful, and filled with passionate love. My children are healthy and happy. What more could a girl ask for?
My cup is full.
Not everyday is sunshine and rainbows but it's not suppose to be.
This is life. Ups and downs are what it's made of.
There's no escaping dichotomy so instead I'll soak it up. Make it mine. Make it messy beautiful.

Thank you 33, you've taught me so much.
Now onto the next one. 34 I welcome you, let's fu***ng do this!
✌️💖

25/04/2023

Thoughts inside my head today...
This life is short. Get the pictures taken.
Write down the things you love.
Dive into yourself and don't be afraid of what you find. Share it. And for the last time STOP worrying about what other people think about what you are doing with your life!
This planet is spinning through space and you're along for the wild ride. Are you choosing to fill the ride with love, laughter, compassion, adventure and grace?
Or is the ego in the driver seat?
Where does comparison sit because I hope you've thrown it out the window.
How about possessions?
Are you collecting stuff in the hopes that your neighbors will notice all your "nice things".
Or are you collecting character, virtue, peace of mind, and self acceptance?
Where is your focus?
Let's make shifts where they need to occur.
Cultivate relationships that inspire you, help you grow, challenge you and nurture a life fully lived.

Happy Tuesday ✌️💖 Lisa