2013 First-Class Forever Stamp - Wedding Series: Where Dreams Blossom Animal Stamps

2013 First-Class Forever Stamp - Wedding Series: Where Dreams Blossom Animal StampsWhile the types have changed, flowers have been an important part of weddings for thousands of years. In ancient Greece, the brides bouquet contained bulbs of garlic and sprigs of dill or sage. The garlic warded off evil spirits, the dill ensured the bride would only desire her husband, and the sage promised wisdom and goodness. Herbs were also used in Swedish weddings. The groom put thyme in his pocket to discourage trolls from becoming uninvited

the indulgent snacks and sweets

miniature works of art

Other participants in the dedication ceremony included James Bilbray

While the types have changed

Postal Service continues its popular Love series with two new stamps

Because it was raining heavily

The Shaker Design stamps are issued as Forever stamps and will always be equal in value to the current first-class mail one-ounce rate

The Postal Service celebrates Christmas with a new stamp featuring a traditional Nativity scene

the nine-branched menorah used during the holiday

The shimmering purple Colorado hairstreak butterfly (Hypaurotis crysalus) dwells in the forest canopy of that state and much of the Southwest

Some of the world’s most fascinating amphibians will hop into the nation’s Post Offices on Tuesday

Strawberries