One of Allan's passions in Indonesia was growing orchids, so it was a great loss to him to leave those plants behind when we moved. He had at least 100 (but to hear him tell it, they numbered in the 1000's). We had so many beautiful varieties which flourished in that climate, and it was such a bonus to buy the plants for only $2 a piece. So it was quite disappointing to find out that a single plant here in Angola would cost $50, but ones with blossoms were $75. That was out of the question. So Allan was thrilled to be able to bring some orchids back from South Africa a couple months ago, and we have held our breaths hoping they would grow. Then two weeks ago---voila!---three beautiful blossoms. We just had to share this with you!
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Bloomin' Success
One of Allan's passions in Indonesia was growing orchids, so it was a great loss to him to leave those plants behind when we moved. He had at least 100 (but to hear him tell it, they numbered in the 1000's). We had so many beautiful varieties which flourished in that climate, and it was such a bonus to buy the plants for only $2 a piece. So it was quite disappointing to find out that a single plant here in Angola would cost $50, but ones with blossoms were $75. That was out of the question. So Allan was thrilled to be able to bring some orchids back from South Africa a couple months ago, and we have held our breaths hoping they would grow. Then two weeks ago---voila!---three beautiful blossoms. We just had to share this with you!
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Great blog guys! I love the photos. Glad to hear that I am not the only one learning Portu! I just keep substituting spanish words for Portu words so now I speak some kind of weird "Portunol". I am now searching for my 3rd teacher. Randy, the brat, is already fluent and the kids are not far behind. Ugh. Take care and God bless. kathy & the boys
Nancy, Thank you for reminding us about commenting on your blog. And thank you for letting us all know what you're up to and thinking. You're GREAT! Allan's orchids are beautiful...Janelle is trying to grow the same...
Do I dare look into Scrabble on line???
Ann
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