To OP: NICE
I was at the show too, and also got my first phrag and a twinkle. Also picked up Little Atro, my first den. I did a lot of looking and more looking and also left some behind that I later wished I hadn't....
It was a nice show! I've purchased from Hausermann's before (and they and Nate's do an orchid show in Chicago in September which is amazing), and from New World Orchids. A lot of places will only bring what it's in bloom at the time because those are more likely to sell, but I was glad to see so much variety and non-bloomers. Also super happy to see our local hydroponic store manager there, they carry a lot of orchid supplies and I got my T5HO lights from them and was really pleased to be able to purchase these things locally and not online. All in all it was a really good turnout for the size of the venue! I'm so happy the vendors made the trip and I hope we made it worth their while!
(meanwhile at home...quickly tucking the newbies in amongst the familiar faces before anyone takes too much notice and starts asking pointed questions)