Have you gotten to work and have it suddenly dawn on you that it is your wedding anniversary? You start to sweat and worry because you don't have anything planned for your spouse or significant other. What's worse, your work schedule is so packed that you don't even have time to run out to the local florist to send a bouquet at the last minute. Settle down, because there is no need to panic. With the Internet, you can order and have flowers sent without ever leaving the comfort of your desk.

1. FINDING AN ONLINE STORE

Just as if you were out shopping in your hometown, the Internet has numerous floral stores competing for your business. The first step is to find a shop that you are comfortable with and meets your needs in price, turnaround time, and selection. To start your online shopping experience, log onto one of your favorite search engines, such as Google or Yahoo. In the search box, type in "florist" or "online flowers." Once you click on the search button, your journey through the world of online shopping will commence. Below are some popular links.

800flowers.com

This site is perfect for those on the go. You can telephone them from anywhere, and place an order for same-day flower delivery anywhere in the country.

FTD.com

One of the largest flower sites on the Internet, FTD's website gives you several different options to select. From baskets to bouquets, FTD has something for everyone.

Teleflora.com

Teleflora's website has lots of arrangements and bouquets to satisfy anyone's needs and budget. They have themed items for any occasion and offer them in a variety of price ranges.

Proflowers.com

Proflowers' site hosts large, colorful pictures of all sorts of arrangements to spark your imagination. What's more, they also offer gift baskets containing everything from chocolate to steaks, to stuffed animals.

Flowershop.com

Flowershop's website is organized into popular categories to simplify the process of selecting just the right bouquet for any occasion. They also offer stuffed animals and brownies to sweeten the selection.