Spring comes around and we get in the mood to entertain friends and family at home - to celebrate fresh new beginnings. This year spring finds me thousands of miles away from home but closer to the dream of further exploring my passion for flowers in the Big Apple New York City. My friend and photographer Hydee Ursolino of Studio 1003 graciously took these pictures of me working on a centerpiece for a small get-together with friends before I left home. Thank you Hydee. You are the best.