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The Petals & Presence Campaign is an initiative designed to provide Black Men with flowers while they are still alive. Often, we wait until someone is deceased to give them flowers, literally. I had extra flowers after Mother’s Day and realized that I wanted to make someone smile. I decided to add a little card with a positive message and hand a few tiny bouquets to Black men. I only had three, but the first one is the one that made me start this initiative.
I was at the Forum in Live Oak, and I found a Black man working outside. I pulled up and he asked did I had a floral business and I said no. Confused, he asked what were the flowers for. I asked him when was the last time he received flowers and he said never. Ever, EVER!!! Is that not crazy? He said he had just got out of prison. I wanted to hug him but I was in my car literally on a road with my hazards on so I settled for a “I’m so happy for you. Have a lovely day!”
Watching his face light up was one thing but hearing him say that was the first time he has ever received flowers shocked me.
I LOVE Black men. Unfortunately, the world does not. Black men are instantly seen as threats which negatively impacts their mental health. If one single flower can make someone smile, why not?
If you’re here because you received a flower, YAY! Can you do me a favor? Text two men and tell them you love them. Let’s normalize leaning on your buddies for support.
If you’re here because you are interested, you can participate too. Buy some flowers and give them to a Black man. If that is not in your budget, a smile is free. <3
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