[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, BIS, for the birthday wishes.

[kayak]

For your birthday, Kathy, a rose .......

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But this is not just any rose ..... it's a very special new variety just introduced by Jackson & Perkins ..... the Ronald Reagan Rose.

Our first red, white and blue rose is a fitting tribute to one of America’s most popular presidents. Upright, energetic and noble, this majestic rose sets a new color standard. The brilliant buds hint of a luminous reverse within. Then as they unfurl, the petals take on a darker tone with bluish edges in contrast to the crisp white reverse. Presented on strong, tall stems, they’re amazing in the vase!