Flowers have a range of subtlety. Roses, pretty romantic. Definitely too much right now. Seasonal mixes, less so, might be a little more appropriate. Easter is coming up - you could send Easter lilies and have them addressed to her and the boys. Are there any birthdays or other events which might provide a good excuse?
You can obviously send Easter cards too.
I think the letters probably reassured her that the changes she's seen are not just for her, that they are not an act.
Michelle - Proud DR Rockette S: 28JUL07, D'd: 29OCT09 http://tinyurl.com/27j9qo2