One of my favorite wedding planners had to gently remind me yesterday that she and her client were waiting for a proposal. OMG, I just totally wanted to crawl under my desk and die.  I know my proposals for next year have to get written.  I know how important customer service is.  Caring for my brides, my planners, and my clients is everything to me; but a flower proposal is not an easy document to create.  I don't think any other wedding vendor has to go through what the florist goes through to prepare a proposal.  I literally want to hit other types of wedding vendors when they say they offer packages and all they have to do is cut and paste for their contracts.  If I tried that, I would be ruined in seconds: what if I cut and pasted Sarah's pink peony bouquet description into Martha's rustic bouquet of twigs, pods, and berries? Never, ever, have any two proposals of mine ever been the same.  Each and every line item is unique and tailored to the bride of the day. I would give anything if I could just write package A, B, C, or D. My life would be infinitely simpler, and I would have countless hours back to be with my family. During this busy time of year, we are slaving over recipes and designs trying to make certain every blossom arrives as requested and that it becomes the miracle design our brides are dreaming of.  I love all of you who put up with me and my slow responses, and for that I will reward you with amazing designs. 
My clients, my planners, and my friends are awesome. Thank you for allowing me to work the way I work because I handle first things first, and the designs always come first here. Love you all, and happy Fall.