Question For Our Male Members

CallMeKate

CallMeKate

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I read something sad (to me) this morning. The article stated that there are men who truly enjoy being given flowers. I assumed as much. But it went on to say "Sadly, the only time most will get them is at their funeral." That was so very sad to me. So question is... DO y'all, as a man, enjoy being given or sent flowers as a gift, or just a "thinking of you?"

And question for the ladies... have you *given* a man flowers and if so, what was his reaction?
 

Well honestly, if I ever did receive a gift from someone not on a social holiday occasion/birthday I would be very surprised to say the least.

Now I do remember I love to kind of honk off my mother in a happy way, by when I would send her flowers on her birthday and mother's Day. I made sure to include always the bird of paradise which she absolutely adored but they were rather spendy.
 
CallMeKate said:
I read something sad (to me) this morning. The article stated that there are men who truly enjoy being given flowers. I assumed as much. But it went on to say "Sadly, the only time most will get them is at their funeral." That was so very sad to me. So question is... DO y'all, as a man, enjoy being given or sent flowers as a gift, or just a "thinking of you?"

And question for the ladies... have you *given* a man flowers and if so, what was his reaction?
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This thing you read about men and flowers sounds like a ploy to sell more flowers.

Sadly? Come on man. No man I know has ever complained about not getting flowers.
 
CallMeKate said:
I read something sad (to me) this morning. The article stated that there are men who truly enjoy being given flowers. I assumed as much. But it went on to say "Sadly, the only time most will get them is at their funeral." That was so very sad to me. So question is... DO y'all, as a man, enjoy being given or sent flowers as a gift, or just a "thinking of you?"

And question for the ladies... have you *given* a man flowers and if so, what was his reaction?
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@kate do you have the article to see what kind of suggestions were made?
 
OldFeller said:
And what's the result of people reading such an article? An increase in sales for products talked about.
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It had nothing to do with flower sales. It also asked about giving all kinds of unconventional gifts and whether or not it would be appreciated. The section on flowers just stuck out because it mentioned men who like them sometimes only get them at their funeral.
 
I've received flowers, delivered to me at work on a handful of occasions over the years. Flowers usually give me a sneezing fit so I would put them in the break room with a sign saying "free-please enjoy". They were usually gone in under an hour.

In case anyone thinks I am claiming to be a Lothario, most of my bouquets came from family members celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or arrival of another grandcritter.
 
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According to research on the Internet, some men DO like and appreciate flowers for Valentineā€™s Day or as a thank you gift.

Yes, many men enjoy receiving flowers as a gift. While it may not be as common as gifting flowers to women, research suggests that men appreciate the gesture and the positive emotions associated with receiving flowers according to Breen's Florist. Studies have shown that men become more communicative and appreciative after receiving flowers, highlighting the positive impact of such a gift.
 
PeppermintPatty said:
According to research on the Internet, some men DO like and appreciate flowers for Valentineā€™s Day or as a thank you gift.

Yes, many men enjoy receiving flowers as a gift. While it may not be as common as gifting flowers to women, research suggests that men appreciate the gesture and the positive emotions associated with receiving flowers according to Breen's Florist. Studies have shown that men become more communicative and appreciative after receiving flowers, highlighting the positive impact of such a gift.
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Well yes, maybe so, but then a florist would say that. :)

I found this under AI: "upwards of 60% of men would be happy to receive flowers, according to the Society of American Florists" - - - But then again, that's a florist group.

I would try to appreciate any gift. I've received a few I couldn't use or return: especially size LARGE shirts (had no receipt to return it). And I've given a few gifts that were never even acknowledged. Thankfully [?] my gift giving and receiving days are much fewer now.
 
When a good friendā€™s dog died, I sent him flowers. He really appreciated it.

On the very rare occasion when flowers for a man arrived at the front counter in the office, it was a sign that heā€™d spent a hot weekend with some lady. I walked past when flowers arrived for one guy; his cheeks were red hot. He didnā€™t look too happy and was the talk of the whole office.
 
MACKTEXAS said:
Well yes, maybe so, but then a florist would say that. :)

I found this under AI: "upwards of 60% of men would be happy to receive flowers, according to the Society of American Florists" - - - But then again, that's a florist group.

I would try to appreciate any gift. I've received a few I couldn't use or return: especially size LARGE shirts (had no receipt to return it). And I've given a few gifts that were never even acknowledged. Thankfully [?] my gift giving and receiving days are much fewer now.
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LOL! Yes, itā€™s a tad biased . I realized that when I posted it but I DO believe that men ARE more communicative after receiving flowers. Itā€™s a kind gester. I think men are conditioned to not express opinions that are too feminine sounding for fear or being rediculed by others, especially other men, which is a sad reality.
 
Here is a true and cautionary tale about giving flowers: Once when I was a 40 something executive, a newly divorced woman at the company where I worked decided that the VP of HR (me) might make a good target for her attention. One day, when I returned from lunch I found a card and box of candy on my desk. The card was of the "have a happy day" variety and contained no signature. A week later, I returned from a meeting to find a dozen roses and another card.......this time with a signature.

Given my position in the company this presented an unwanted and very dangerous situation. I immediately went to her VP and asked her to have a word with her employee, which she did. The flower sender reacted in a "Hell hath no fury" fashion by making me a hated enemy and using the "old girl network" to accuse me of concocted foul deeds. I mounted my defense carefully and ultimately she was terminated for her lies and conduct. Even her union declined to support her.
 

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