Sunshine’s Macro Monday #43
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My newest plant is an easy-to-care-for Phalaenopsis or “moth orchid.” The directions indicate watering every 2 to 3 weeks. Indirect sunlight. I think I can handle that.
I am hoping this orchid…which does kind of look like a moth…or human kidneys or a face or one of those Rorschach tests…joins the small group of long term survivors amongst the elderly plants I have nurtured through the years. So far, so good.
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Hope it lives and prospers for many years!
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Thank you. So do I!
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A lovely orchid, it is. 😊
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Thank you!
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Hmm. I see the theatre masks: Tragedy and Comedy, one of which isn’t all there, clearly referencing
my uncle who drank too much and slipped on his way to a play he starred in … or is it my mother mourning her theatrical career, cut short by those twin punches, marriage and kids?
But seriously, another knockout!
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Thank you! Theater masks…yes I can see those too. Apparently your imagination is close to mine. The more I looked, the more I saw. So many possible stories. 🙂
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I’ve only had 1 orchid when I cared for the owner’s flower in a 1-month rental in Santa Barbara. I felt privileged, respectful and very moved by its unwavering, independent statement of beauty.
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Wow. This is the first orchid I’ve ever owned. There are several stalks supported by pieces of bamboo. I hope to do it justice.
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Good luck on your new plant. It is lovely by the way.
Regards, Teresa
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Thank you! I am going to try to take good care of it 🙂
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Oh WOW, beyond the beauty, I’m pondering getting one–sounds like it won’t be too persnickety 🙂
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Thanks so much. I am hoping that’s the case with mine. I only do well with the hardiest of plants. 🙂
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Me too. “They” say we’re supposed to talk to our plants…I’m sometimes rather firm with mine 🙂
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One amazing capture this is for sure 🙂
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Thank you! I am glad you like it 🙂
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I’ve always loved the delicate beauty of orchids. Your moth orchid is so full of personality. Lovely photo, Andrea. ❤
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Thank you Olga. This is my first orchid and you’re right – it does have personality. I hadn’t thought of it that way before 🙂
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