MY Story
The Brave Leap
At 40 years old, I made one of the bravest decisions of my life: to emigrate. I left behind a life built with effort: my career, my friendships, and most painfully, my family. It was an act of faith that confronted me with fear, uncertainty, and the possibility of starting over.
Every step in this transition was filled with mixed emotions. I felt the weight of what I was leaving behind, but also the hope for something different. I knew it wouldn’t be easy, but deep inside there was a voice telling me that I still had time, that it wasn’t too late to seek something more authentic.
And so I arrived in this new country, with a heart full of memories and a soul ready to be reinvented. I didn’t know what awaited me, but I knew I no longer wanted to live on autopilot. It was time to listen to myself.
Listening to the Heart
In the midst of that inner search, I reconnected with a passion I had kept since I was 15: floral art. It was my aunt who taught me this craft with patience and love. For years, I treated it as a hobby, but in this new beginning, I realized it could become my purpose.
I started from scratch, but with a full heart. Every flower, every design, every creation was a way to express my essence. Little by little, what once felt like a dream became a path, and fear turned into motivation.
Today, I can say I’m doing what I love. I’m building something that is mine, something true, something born from who I am. It’s not easy, but every small achievement holds immense value because it comes from love and the courage to begin again.
The Force That Drives Me
None of this would have been possible without the unconditional support of my family, especially my children and my husband. They have been my strength, my engine, my shelter on the hard days. Their encouraging words, their belief in me, their constant love… have sustained me more than I can express. I have not walked this path alone, they have been with me every step, believing even when I doubted.
My husband has been a steady, patient, and generous partner. He believed in this dream with me, supported me through uncertain days, and celebrated every small win like a major triumph. By his side, I’ve felt that no matter how difficult the journey, if there is love and unity, everything is possible. And my children, with their tenderness and excitement, remind me each day that this new beginning is also an example for them.
And I know that from heaven, my mother is with me. I feel her close in every decision, in every accomplishment, in every flower I design. Her love lives on in me, and I know she smiles as she watches my life bloom. Because yes, it is never too late to reinvent yourself. And when you do it with love, faith, and purpose, life inevitably blooms. 🌸
Spreading Beauty Across Maryland & D.C
Arts & Flowers proudly serves the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area, with a strong presence in and around Germantown and Gaithersburg, MD. Whether you're looking for floral arrangements, decor, or full event styling, we bring our passion and creativity to your doorstep.
Our standard delivery range covers a 40-mile radius from Gaithersburg, MD. For locations beyond that, we’re happy to accommodate with additional planning. Please reach out to us directly to make special arrangements. You’re also welcome to pick up your flowers from our location if that’s more convenient.
To check if we deliver to your area, simply enter your address during checkout—our system will automatically let you know if delivery is available for your location.
While our main service area includes Montgomery County and the greater D.C. metro region, we’re always ready to travel further for special events with advanced notice to ensure the same level of care and detail you expect.
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