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GO! Smell the flowers
http://www.gosmelltheflowers.com
Group hug anyone?
GO! Smell the flowers aims to make you think and laugh at the same time. Some task but we're getting there!
It works on many levels -first it is exactly what your are doing now - linking, discovering and sharing, maybe even when you should we working?
Ran by a Mr and Mrs combo, Jim and Emma based in Dubai, we find social networking a break from the norm and proof that we're all looking to rebirth the community feel that society can sometimes knock out of us.
When we resigned from the heights of corporate marketing to see the places we?d always wanted to see. We took a gamble, a journey into the unknown and time out to ask what it?s all about.
At Jims farewell lunch the Regional President of Jims company said?
We'd all love to get out of the rat race - We wish you look on your travels. Enjoy it when you smell the flowers?
At the time these words didn't mean alot to Jim who had previously bitten the heads of flowers rather than smelling them but as time moved on and countries were visited the phrase stayed with the couple as they joked about smelling the flowers.
Emma was adamant that Jim ?smelt the flowers?and they did exactly that with 10 months out which included a marriage proposal on Macchu Picchu, a beach blessing in Thailand and are now writing up their travels whilst back in the Rat Race!
The GO! Smell the flowers blog is a pre cursor to our book, GO! Smell the flowers, which aims to inform, entertain and enlighten people from all over our increasingly smaller world.
Why wait until you?re dead and pushing up flowers from the grave?
Life is too short and we endeavour to inspire people and help them discover their reason to be and be the best they can?or at least think about what they can change in their life for the better?..who doesn?t want that?
Maybe a change in YOUR life is due? It could be a career break, drinking and eating less, starting a new hobby, spending more time with the kids, saying no more or discovering the merits of a group hug. GO! Smell the flowers is not just a cue to head off around the world but making changes for the better to help people realise their dreams.
What about having the courage to write that book you've always wanted to? Blogcatalog can help you turn your blog into a book which is what we're well on our way to doing.
Happy linking and we hope to be part of your circle! Subscribe to go smell the flowers, buy lorry loads of flowers off us or at least link to us so we can help change the world. OK?
Now about that group hug!
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Go! Re-Introduce yourself
Mighty Morgan here with my latest post. When I woke up today I was greeted by the bright blue of the morning sky and the first thoughts that came to mind were… “Thank you.” This time of year is often a reference point of how far ...
Detox Diaires Day 6 - The raw foodies!
Well GO! Smell the flowers we can hardly believe that it is day 6 of our detox – only 2 more days and we are allowed food! We are craving fish & chips, chocolate and bacon sandwiches and we’ve already been warned that the food we break ou...
Go Hear the language
One of the things that erks me big time is miss pronounciations. It sounds silly but it really bugs me. The worst is place names. You see if you travel the one thing you need to know is how to say the place names like a local, it is how we tell you...
GO! Celebrate Mother’s Day whilst you can!
Arvind here, reminding you that it is mother’s day on Sunday in the USA and also many other countries around the world, though here in the UK we normally have it in March. If you have left it too late to send some flowers to your mother, you st...
Go! Support the local angle
As if we weren’t busy enough here at Fabulous Photo Gifts, I also do a bit of web design for other local companies.Recently, a chance meeting with an old colleague, she told me she was starting a local community magazine - mix of local stories ...
Comments & Reviews
This blog is currently rated a 9.48 out of a possible 10 based on 121 comments.
Nur Sarah Lam Said:
Hi,in response to your comment about me, I was thrilled anyway when I know someone out there who truly appreciate what I have been doing even if not the best, but at least I have some encouragement from you Flowers all over me and I am happy.
Sean Said:
Rated you a 10 you have so many great topics in your blog and the design is perfect for it its all about. Keep it up Very impressive!
Jeunelle Foster Said:
Excellent work.
I am proud to be a member of your community.
Thank you for the invite.
Robin Easton Said:
Enjoyed your blog - recent post is wonderful and a very good question...one we should all ask ourselves. Thanks.
bemeelounge Said:
Hi! Thanks so much for adding bemeelounge.com as a friend!! Enjoy our site. We very much enjoy yours. Have a super day!
Herpower Said:
You've got a new fan!!! i love your Blog Posts. Continued success and best wishes to you and yours. Hope your dad has a quick recovery as well.
Julissa
Earth & Economy Said:
This is a wonderfully inspirational site. We recommend you open your olfactory senses and really take time each day (put the coffee down) and GO! smell the flora.
Evita Said:
Your blog is awesome! You have a very appealing layout and look and unique articles - nice job!
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Zack Said:
One of the most inspirational blogs I have ever come across. These amazing flower smellers will keep you coming back the minute you read one post amongst the many in their wonderful garden. Keep it up and keep Go!ing
Adam Mayhem Said:
Nice work, I will have much fun reading your next post. Thanks for the comment too.
JBiggs Said:
I 'm very enjoy reading your content.
Thank for your good information :)
I will come back to read more.
La Libertad Said:
I just saw your blog and I was touched by your post about the poverty which is increasing day by day. Our governments a we must do something to stop this suffering issue.
kstafford Said:
A refreshing, courageous, and inspiring collection of posts on one of the most unique blogs you'll ever find.
Mr. Grudge Said:
What a fun, happy, and terrific blog. The folks at "Flowers" are so kind and generous with their readers, one always feels welcome. Go! Read this Blog! -Mike.
Michelle Said:
You guys made a really entertaining and INSPIRATIONAL blog. I'll keep reading this for sure ;)
Barbara A. Clark Said:
Fantastic blog! Keep up the great work! And make sure to plant some flowers for me! :)
rudanici Said:
thanx for adding me as friends :)
It's very interesting indeed! It shows how we can really choose another way of viewing LIFE...
Steve Said:
great blog , I love your writing style and like to see you are willing to talk about subjects that many find easy to ignore
Taylore Vance Said:
I was looking for Reiki blog and found your blog.
Good job.
Taylore Vance
Reiki Master
beinki Said:
What we need is scratch-n-sniff for such a wonderful site.
you all sure are world travelers, my life here in Missouri is boring by comparison. best wishes, beinki.
Tomas Said:
Your blog was a good teacher to me in learning to smell the flowers. Thank you.
Happy New Year! Let we allways smell only the flowers at no matter what weather stands outside.
Be well my dear
lynyrdschuyler Said:
go! pull my finger! hey kids, hows Dubai? I left my mp3 player on the plane there last month. There was some really embarrasing songs on there. cheers!
dipen Said:
great travel blog
Sheree Zielke Said:
Hi you two,
Great attitude. Hope it catches on.
And since we share a similar postive attitude I have added you as a friend. Thanks for inviting me.
Sheree
jonathan crouch Said:
Wow - Never knew smelling a few flowers could be so beneficial! Loads of interesting posts - I'm quite addicted.
Jonathan - Your Fabulous Photo Gift Friend!!
Greeneyezz Said:
I absolutely love coming to this site.
It's so inspirational to me, with lots of new posts, and loads of things to make me laugh, think, or lift me up when I'm feeling a bit blue! Keep up the Great Work!
Wonderful, Wonderful Job! ;)
~ZZ
shawn Said:
I FULLY support Jim & Em...and their wonderful, uplifting blog, GO SMELL THE FLOWERS! They are truly an inspiration to us all! :) BRA-vo!!!!
Anemo Eolic Said:
Harness that energy....OMG....I need to bottle it and sell it.
Love playing at your place. TY for the drop by, the potpourri freshens the place up and it keeps Gnomes in the corners.
Fery Corly Said:
what a great blog you have here, so many problem in this life, but we have to face it.
Anthony Lewis Said:
This blog is great, if it wasn't for the money making side of my blog i'd give it up and stay here.I bet this was my fault but I did leave a fair comment and when I submitted it I got an error so I went back and submitted again and it said I already said that so I think my comment was lost in cyberworld. I will check back later in case it comes back.
Visit this blog, it's so cool.
Tony:)
James H Grady, Jr Said:
What a wonderful blog. One may find enough topics of interest on one page to spend hours there. It is fun, and deep at the same time.
saby Said:
nice blog
i am a great fibber
hehehehe
Tomas Said:
You ended by questioning "OK?"
My wholehearted reply is THANK YOU
My "Captains' bridge" is yours. Be as at home there http://captains-bridge.blogspot.com
and of course,
let it be so for ever and ever
Carla Stey Said:
Jim and Emma, thanks for dropping by my blog. You both have a wonderful look at life. Keep enjoying life!
JJ Loch Said:
A blog that's a delight to visit. I love your personality, your love of people, and your beautiful blog!!!
JJ :D
Hooman Taherinia Said:
Hi Jim,
I like your passion, it is truly inspiring me.
Bests, I wish for you
Hooman ;)
Abby Cooper Said:
Truly fantastic, interesting blog. I have just added you to my RSS feeds! Can't wait to follow.
PM Said:
Very inspirational site! A feel good site is not my thing, I like the darker things in life ;-)
But I can recognize when someone nails something. I will revisit!
Will Said:
Like your blog, but I too get the SQL error message when posting. If I try again, it detects it as a duplicate post, although it does not show up in the comments. Something is definitely broken!
Creative Blogger Said:
Hi, I visited your blog and left a comment, but got an error message so not sure if it was rec'd or not. Anyway great blog.
Rich Lowe Said:
hey!! thanks for comment!!! i just signed up for this community and i'm already getting hits!!
anyway, i checked your out and you have some great posts!! i had to give you a 10!!
Randy Antin Said:
I love it. Definitely look forward to hearing about more things from Dubai and about more flower-related news, worldwide. Everyone could use some more flowers.
Lori Olson Said:
Hi,
I am experiencing significant changes in my life - I will think about it and most likely send you my 500.
Mohammad Said:
Thank You
For Adding Me As A Friend.
For Droping By My Profile.
________________________
You Have Very Wonderful & Interesting Website.
May God Bless You.
Jeremiah Jireh S. Fabre Said:
Hi there! LOL.. I really like your blog... It really entertains me. Nice humor! Go smell thingy. Haha. Keep it going..
Byt the way, I just tagged you! Go smell this! http://onlineroom.blogspot.com/2007/08/one-word-meme.html..
Take care!
Kevin Vanders Said:
Good one! I understand what it would've been to part of the corporate jungle. I'm from Bahrain and often visit Dubai often. But the best experience is of that when I go back home and relax in home town in the middle of nature!
Sandip Maiti Said:
Good stuff. I will try and send you a postcard soon. Check out my blog on postcards.
Sean Loyless Said:
Very cute blog! But what is the name of the site? I couldn't find it anywhere.. the site title.. in the article titles... in the articles themselves. You should really include it more.
(Kidding) :D
Marina Said:
Hey..thnx for visiting me....i know my site is too amatuerish rite now...will work on improving it soon....i like ur's...its raelly interesting...thnx ..keep up d gud work.!!!
lordmanilastone Said:
Cool site, always updated with interesting topics to talk about and to invite readers to take part. This site is also interactive. Keep up the good job Jim and Emma.! ^^
Gerri Said:
This is a completely wonderful blog. You're the type of people that make us want to send flowers and spread the joy.
Badthing Said:
Hi GO! Smell the flowers :) Love that photo of you two happy people. It's very interesting to me to be reading a blog from your location, my dear friends.
Thank you also for the mention of Julie, whose blog I visited a while ago.
Mike French Said:
Wow what a great site. Looks great with a good mix of articles. Feels friendly like you've dropped into your neighbours for cake and tea!
number1dad Said:
As an admirer of flowers everywhere, I can't wait to see this evolve.
eurica Said:
I am a bit at a loss in which direction my mind should go. I think I need to read more of the blog.
Rose Said:
Thanks for dropping by. I took off when I was young.
Everybody should do it for a while. The question is what is the definition of while. I ended up back in polluted civilisation later in life. I should have found my lost flower filled valley.
Regards,
vnrozier
ExtraordinaryGyrl Said:
I'm LOVING your blog!! I've already jumped in and had to comment on the wedding debate.. ;)
Chris Wassel Said:
Great tales indeed....fun to see someone enjoy what the world has to offer as far as scenery and write about it.
almaawali Said:
Really cool blog. funny. Since you are from the UAE, you should consider visiting my blog too because It's about your neighbours from the Sultanate of Oman.
I am lovin' it so keep it up.
Eliane Alhadeff Said:
You have introduced an inspiring dimension to our everyday life. Go!Smell the flowers is a daily reminder of the good things in life. Great Blog!
marjie Said:
Thoughtful posts, with a touch of entertainment that lets the reader take a peek of the blogger's daily life. More power for the flowers!
wctas Said:
What an great blog you have, very interesting and lots of great content...Keep up the Great Work and Well Done!...
David B. Bohl Said:
Very much enjoy your posts and perspective. Your voice is very refreshing in today's world.
Peter Hawley Said:
Very interesting. I look forward to reading more of your tales as you come down off the corporate ladder.
PeterH
