![]() ![]() “I'm feeling a little cold, Marigold” – indicating either indifference or unconcern about what is happening around you, or literally that the weather is chilly and you are cold or freezing. People who use “Feeling silly, Calla Lilly” are typically close friends, family members, or even lovers.Ĩ. Calla Lilies are gorgeous flowers that symbolise gratitude, elegance, romance, loyalty, and admiration. “Feeling silly, Calla Lilly” – meaning you are in a mischievous state, and you aren’t feeling serious. Most people use this response when they have the “Monday Blues.”ħ. This reply shows disinterest or discontent, but it ends with a term of endearment "Rose", showing you aren’t angry or bored with the person posing the salutation. It might be an ongoing issue or the day in general. “Today Blows, Rose” – you are feeling offended or unhappy with a particular situation. Tulips are the embodiment of Spring, and this response invokes a cheerful mood of creative freedom.Ħ. “Taking a trip through the tulips” – implying you are blissful and don’t have any concerns or worries. Beeswax has numerous benefits, and as it calms, hydrates, and soothes the skin, this reply metaphorically echoes your serenity.ĥ. This reply is somewhat bizarre, but “beeswax” rhymes nicely with “relaxed”. “Feeling relaxed as beeswax!” – meaning that you are free of any strain, anxiety, and stress. “Feeling Lazy, Daisy” – indicating that you are either sleepy or slightly lazy, but happy.Ĥ. Clementine also refers to a sweet tangerine fruit and serves as a term of endearment when used metaphorically.ģ. The “clementine” part of this response creates rhyme and provides the same kind of energy associated with the “What’s up Buttercup?” greeting. ![]() “Doing Fine, Clementine!” – indicating that you are doing well physically, psychologically, and even financially. “I am out of bed, you daisy head!” – jokingly stating you are doing fine and are active and lively, unlike the young girl captioned in the 1819 print who was still sleepy when she received this salutation.Ģ. Which of the following captures your current mood?ġ. The addition of “Buttercup” appeared in an art print from the same period – it featured an adult addressing a sleepy-eyed young girl.Ī reply in the same spirit is absolutely appropriate. The expression “What’s Up?”, meaning “How are you doing?”, dates back at least to 1819, when it first appeared in print. a form of endearment used to ask how someone is feeling (today) Humorous greeting (a bit old fashioned, but still in use)
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