Beginner in Seattle, questions about Miltonia

[ameliasunrise]

Hello everyone!
I am a proud new mommy of a miltonia orchid I bought 2 weeks ago. It had a lovely scent when I bought it, after bringing it home it didnt smell so much. Soon after the flowers are drying up and the bloom stalks are pale, I dont know if this is the normal end of the blooming cycle or how long the blooms are supposed to last. Also, if they are truly done how should I trim them or should I leave them on? I know its a lot of questions but am trying to figure this all out. When I brought it home I had it next to the window, perhaps it got too much light or was too cold. Have since moved it to a better location.
Thanks for any help or ideas!
Amelia

[Ray]

Welcome "aboard", Amelia.

We're going to need a bit more info before giving a decent answer, as there are two, distinct groups generically known as miltonias.

The true miltonia is a warm grower, while the other - now correctly separated into its own genus, miltoniopsis - prefers cooler conditions.

Fortunately, the flowers are a pretty good indicator, as the miltoniopsis is also known as the "pansy orchid" Any idea which yours is?

[kiki-do]

Welcome Amelia!!!!
Ray is right, we need more questions answered to determine which you have. I have a miltoniopsis that was marked Milt. when I got it and it's fragrant and looks like a pansy. I keep mine in bright but not direct light. I also keep mine slightly moist. What type medium is it in? Again, welcome!