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Old 10-02-2009, 10:10 PM
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I just wanted to share an experience I had this past weekend... I finally got the time to make a trip to Smiley's Orchids, and i couldnt have been more thrilled and blown away with the visit!
Not only were her plants awesome, but I havent met anyone as willing to share information and offer tips to a beginner. She was so patient and answered every question I had... I intended to just go quickly and pick out a plant, and 3hrs later i found myself still exploring and learning new things!
She is one of the loveliest and most humble people i have ever met! I highly recommend buying a plant from her!!

here are some quick pictures she snapped with my mom and boyfriend, who wanted to tag along and ended up LOVING it!

(i also walked away with 3 new plants )

if you have any questions about the visit or how to visit please dont hesitate to ask!
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Old 10-02-2009, 10:19 PM
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How totally awesome!!! I need to go to Florida...

Thanks for sharing these; they're beautiful.
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Old 10-02-2009, 10:39 PM
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I can see why you had nice time. I will have to make a point to check it out, next time I'm in the area. Thanks
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Old 10-02-2009, 11:28 PM
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I knew you would love Smiley's I haven't been there but have seen pictures and her greenhouse looks gorgeous. Now what plants did you get ???
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Old 10-03-2009, 12:33 AM
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what plants did you get, how much did they cost [price ranges]? do they ship?
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Old 10-03-2009, 12:47 AM
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Wow wonderful.
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Old 10-03-2009, 12:52 AM
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i went to the website and read the story. so great

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Old 10-03-2009, 05:55 AM
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Any chance Smiley would like to transport her entire greenhouse to Darlington in England?

Lovely story, I'm so happy she is living her dream after such hard work!!
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Old 10-03-2009, 02:43 PM
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thank you everyone for taking the time to look!!
her story is wonderful and I havent met anyone more deserving...

stefpix: i will maybe get to see her tomorrow so i will ask her about shipping possibilities

aesir22: haha! not sure she would, but i do LOVE england!... grew up there

to everyone else: your welcome, couldnt be happier to share!! i will take pictures of my new plants today and post the photos/names
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Old 10-05-2009, 02:59 AM
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wow she is amazing...placed an order.
well. maybe the best experience with any seller...

there is not a real online catalog... but she provides some photos and suggestions... and I can say she is a very good soul [i mean person but she sounds like she transcends the mere materialistic side].

makes me want to visit the place if I'd happen to drive to florida again!

anyway you can see some plants on the website. not a catalog but slideshows with names.

you can ask via email. she ships.

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