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Medicinal uses of the rose: Long ago rose petals were used to control bleeding because they contain an astringent called tannin.
Family room decorating:In the summer when the fireplace isn't being used, brighten the hearth with an abundant assortment of seasonal flowers. Continue the theme by placing a few of the same flowers on the mantle next to those family photos. Symbols of purity: The old and the new testaments of the Bible mention lilies as symbols of chastity and virtue.
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