Flowers are considered by many to be super beneficial to life because they support emotional well-being, strengthen social connections and maintain healthy ecosystems. Not everyone gets the privilege of being around such an asset in their occupations, so Greenwood City Lifestyle asked the staff of Steve's Flowers and Gifts what that's like.
Katie Ayers, wedding specialist
“When I was little, I gardened with my grandma all the time. Working with flowers and designing reminds me of her, the memories we have, and it always makes her smile when I send her photos of my creations."
Staci Huggler-Nunnally, floral designer
“I fell in love with flowers and my creative side started to take over. I stay in the business because I know I'm helping people through grief with my floral designs.”
Pam Braden, plant designer
“Although I don’t work directly with fresh flowers, I enjoy knowing the plants I design are a living thing being sent to someone who has lost a loved one that can continue their spirit.”
Linda Huth, secretary/treasurer
“Flowers have always made me smile and always brighten up the rooms with a reminder of happiness.”
Steve Huth Jr., vice president
“Flowers are a gift from God, and are blessings to be surrounded by on a daily basis.”
Steve Huth Sr., president
“Everyone knows when you have flowers in a room they add joy, bring smiles and add cheer to everyone around them. Life is much better with a beautiful floral arrangement than without.”
Anna Bauer, sales
“Flowers are a way that people can connect to nature and the world that you normally wouldn’t see. They add beauty to occasions whether it's cheerful or sad.”
Kris Meyer, floral designer
“I love flowers, and I love knowing my creations make people happy.”
Justina Hartell, floral processor
“Flowers bring so much joy and peace personally and to everyone who receives them. I'm so very lucky to care and be surrounded by them on a daily basis.”
Tricia Huth, sales/business development
“Flowers are beautiful symbols that remind us to live in the moment. The beauty, the aroma, the thoughtfulness of a gift artistically created is a luxury and to be enjoyed.”
Vanessa Ferhenbach, floral designer
“I love using flowers in a professional setting because they give me freedom to create art that's alive, ever-changing and deeply connected to emotion. Each arrangement is an opportunity to create something meaningful and unique.”
Jamie Schultz, floral designer
“It’s art! It's creative expression! The different variety of colors and textures of flowers you can put a touch of magic together with and bring the biggest smile to a customer's face. Designing with flowers is never boring and is always a challenge in the best way.”
Caroline Anderson, sales
“My job is in customer service, so I'm interacting with customers on the phone and in person. Seeing the arrangements prepared for our customers is a great way to incorporate beauty and art into what could be more transactional at a different job with different products.”
Ella Huth, marketing/sales
"I enjoy being around flowers in my professional life because I know I'm changing people's lives, one arrangement at a time."
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Flowers improve emotional health, reduce stress and strengthen human relationships. Fresh flowers are silent storytellers that communicate feelings without words.