To me BLOMMAN™ is a symbol of courage

I was born at the same time as BLOMMAN™ and we formed a special bond when I moved to Åland. I wear my jewellery wherever I go, finding comfort in the knowledge that BLOMMAN™ is always with me, as a part of me.

To me, Guldviva's BLOMMAN™ also represents courage. I dared to leave one life to move to another. Throughout life's winding path, I know that BLOMMAN™ is always there, supporting my decisions, giving me the courage to truly blossom.

A BLOMMAN™ piece is also the perfect gift for all of life's various stages and milestones. I love giving my loved ones their own BLOMMAN™, so they too can feel empowered to bloom.

Anna Ingman, Jomala

Connecting with Family on the Other Side of the World

I've lived in Åland since 1992, but originally I'm from Denham in New South Wales, Australia. In Åland, I discovered Guldviva's BLOMMAN™, which I have since given as a gift to all the female members of my family: my mother, sister, sister-in-law, niece, and my sister's daughter-in-law.

When they later visited me, we naturally made a stop at the Guldviva store. There, they purchased the larger BLOMMAN™ to wear alongside the smaller one.

To me, BLOMMAN™ is a symbol of Åland, but also of my family on the other side of the world.

Tracey Nyholm, Åland

Reminder of Friendship and History

In 1941, during the Winter War, I was sent to Sweden as a war child at just 5 years old. Fortunately, I soon befriended Margaretha, who became my best friend and playmate. Our differing languages did not impede our bond. Together, we played, laughed, and shared dreams. Sadly, our paths diverged when I returned to Finland. Still, the cherished memories we forged, like gathering large yellow bouquets of cowslips for our mothers every spring, remain indestructible.

65 years later, after some detective work, I found Margaretha. We reconnected, and she came to Åland in the spring when the cowslips were in full bloom. Later, when I visited her in Sweden, I brought along the BLOMMAN™ jewellery from Guldviva. It was the best gift I've given a dear friend — a lovely reminder of our friendship and shared history.

Sirkka-Lisa Westergård, Kvarnbo, Åland