“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” ~ Lao Tzu
Our Cattleya orchid has been resting for so long, hanging high on the post outside the kitchen window. that I’d almost forgotten about her. She has however, obviously been very busy and yesterday surprised us with two exquisite twin flowers, just in time for hubby’s birthday. What a perfect gift.
Wishing you all a beautiful weekend full of pleasant surprises.
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Gorgeous. And such an amazing colour combination.
Thanks, Otto. 😃
Stunning!!!
I agree. 😍
Beautiful. It has taken me years to finally grow an orchid which has not died within the first month. Ours is almost six months old, and is on it’s second set of six blooms. Sorry I am bragging on your blog.
That’s a nice surprise, no matter what the day.
Yes, it is. Thanks, Dave. 😃
Those do look gorgeous..
Thanks, Lisa. 😍
Two beauties with perfect timing. Happy Birthday to your husband.
Thanks so much, Carol. He had a lovely Birthday. 🙂
Happy birthday to hubby.
Thanks, Drew. He had a lovely Birthday.
Great to hear that.
Please take great care. I know they are lifting many restrictions, but please be careful.
WIshing you and yours all ther best.
Bless you
We are still being very careful. We’re not about to let down our guard any time soon.
Good to hear that.
Gorgeous gift for anyone, anytime. Happy Birthday hubby!
Thanks, Eddie. Your good wishes are much appreciated. 🙂
Beautiful stunners!
Thanks, Donna. They really are. 🙂
Beautiful. What great timing and maybe the Cattleya wanted to be the birthday show 😀 Happy Birthday to your hubby and hope it is a good time together with cake 😀
Thanks so much, Mabel. How lovely to see you again. I hope all is well with you. xx
Oh how lovely, Sylvia. Happy weekend to you…
Thanks so much, Ally.
My pleasure, Sylvia. 🙂
A stunning delight! Best wishes to your hubby on his birthday. Hope you’re having a wonderful and celebratory weekend. xx
Thank you so much, Khaya. 😘
What a lovely surprise to see such two stunning flowers and just in time for Chris’s birthday!
It certainly was very unexpected and just at the right moment. 🙂
Have you ever noticed that the “universe” or perhaps “serendipity” has the perfect timing. Two blooms on Chris’s birthday – how else would we be able to explain the coincidence. Have a marvelous day – celebrating with you on our side of the world!
I’m a great believer in serendipity, Rebecca and always grateful when it happens.
Gratitude is the best feeling!
I have orchid plants just starting to bloom thanks to benign neglect.
That’s wonderful. You must show us when they’re in flower. 🙂
what a wonderful surprise, Sylvia! they’re stunning! all the best to Hubby 🙂
Thanks so much, Lola. 😘
I thought these were gorgeous when I viewed them on my phone, but on a larger screen they’re simply stunning. What a treat…orchids alone are beautiful…but twins…just wow!
Thanks, Mary Jo. They do seem to pop out of the picture. I’m so proud of her effort. 😍
Oh what a beautiful pair they are. 😀
Thanks, Cee. I love them. 😍
Have a great weekend! Beautiful orchid!
Thanks so much, Ute. 😘
I love orchids to.They are wonderful.
Yes they are. Thanks, Marylou.
A very gorgeous orchid, Sylvia! Wishing your husband a happy birthday, too. The orchid blooms were a nice gift.
Thanks so much, Lavinia. Yes they were very timeous. 😍
Perfect timing! Happy Birthday to your hubby! xoxoxoxoxo
Thanks so much, dear Marina. xxx
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So lovely! Happy birthday to the hubby!
Thanks, Jude. He’s having a great day so far. 🙂
I’m sure it must involve champagne and cake, though maybe not quite yet 🍰🥂
I think he’ll prefer a beer and a good steak, but we do have double chocolate Magnums for this afternoon after his piano practice. 🤣
Steak sounds good, though I’d have mine with red wine! Double chocolate magnums sound evil… 😈
They were divinely evil. 😇👿
What a stunning floral display. That orchid is quite the show off I think! Happy Birthday to your dear husband. The photo on Facebook of the two of you is marvelous. You don’t seem to age. Perhaps you will share your secret. Take care dear friend.
Thanks, Sue. It is a spectacular orchid and has of course been moved down to eye level at the front of the post so we can admire it from the breakfast table. I’m hoping the one I’ve hung in its place round the other side will get the message and produce some flowers. Thank you for the lovely compliment. I think we keep each other young. Long may it be so. 🙏🏻😅
So beautiful! Nice birthday present. 🙂
Happy weekend!
Thanks, Lynette. 🙂
Gorgeous. Quiet elegance…with that saucy petticoat!
Haha…….great description. 😉
What a beautiful orchid.. And sometimes orchids I have found thrive better forgetfulness than over care.. She is a delight 🙂
I think you’re so right about that, Sue. The one’s i fuss over don’t seem to do so well, but if I put them outside and forget about them, they always surprise me. 🙂
🙂 I put ours in our spare bedroom when resting them… They wouldn’t last five minutes outside here in the UK… 🙂 Sending thoughts your way , Enjoy your weekend.. 🙂
Gorgeous! Love the quote too, Sylvia. Happy birthday to your husband. ❤
Thanks so much, Jill. ❤
I’ve never seen an orchid quite like this. So pretty! And Yay for surprises! 🙂
Thank you so much. Orchids are amazing plants. 🙂
🙂 🙂
Very pretty
Thanks, Kelly. 🙂
That is so gorgeous Sylvia! Happy birthday to hubby!
Thanks a lot, Aletta. 🙂