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Back-to-School Bouquet Battle: Parents Debate Cost, Teachers' Burden, and Allergy Risks
Debate Ignites Over Back-to-School Bouquets: Cost vs. Sentiment A recent social media video has sparked a lively discussion about the tradition of gifting flowers to teachers on September 1st, the start of the school year. The video, posted by a user known as "Алискина мать" (Aliska's Mother), features a woman creating a homemade bouquet from wildflowers and sunflowers, advocating against the purchase of expensive store-bought arrangements. In her video, the woman, identified as Masha, expresses strong opinions on the matter. "I believe people who sell bouquets for September 1st have simply lost their minds," she states, criticizing the high prices. She argues that spending "250-300 rubles" on a bouquet is unreasonable, especially when considering other back-to-school expenses and a typical salary of "1500 rubles." Masha suggests that teachers often receive so many bouquets that they "simply don't know where to put them," and she claims that some are even "thrown in the trash." The video has resonated with many, drawing significant attention and a flood of comments. Some viewers echoed Masha's sentiments, sharing similar experiences with high prices. One commenter noted, "Where did you find bouquets for 300-400 rubles??? In our city, it's 1500-2500." Another suggested an alternative: "If every child brings one beautiful rose, it will make a magnificent bouquet of roses! Not these brooms!" However, the choice of flowers in Masha's homemade bouquet also drew criticism. Several comments highlighted potential health concerns, with users pointing out that some of the wild plants, specifically goldenrod (золотарник) and ragweed (амброзия), are strong allergens. "You seriously?? Goldenrod in a bouquet???" one user questioned, while another warned, "Goldenrod is a very poisonous, dangerous plant!!!!" A user recounted a personal experience: "I didn't know about this and gave my mom a bouquet of wildflowers. She had to call an ambulance for an allergy shot." Masha, who identifies herself as a teacher by profession, maintains that her homemade bouquet will be "no worse" than store-bought ones, emphasizing the sentiment behind the gesture. The debate continues to unfold online, highlighting the varying perspectives on tradition, cost, and practicality surrounding the annual back-to-school flower ritual.
