Introducing myself // I'm Kathleen

[Heyfee4]

Hello ~

I am new to growing orchids. I received my first orchid as a gift 1 year ago. It is a Phalaenopsis, I believe. She bloomed 2 different times this year. She had blooms and comforted me all winter, while I mourned the loss of my precious dog. This orchid had about 11 blooms in it's second blooming. The last one just fell off last week. Each day I would come out and thank the plant, because it brought me such joy.

I brought two more orchids since then, and someone gifted me a miniature one. I am looking to be sure I give them the best home and the best care. This looked like a wonderful place to start.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and time with me.

Kathleen

[charlesf6]

Hello Kathleen, good choice it's a great place to start.
Two blooms, how lucky! Sorry about your dog, my condolences.

[Leafmite]

Sorry about the precious pup. Glad that your orchid offered you some comfort.

[Mountaineer370]

Welcome to the Orchid Board, Kathleen! You've come to the right place. I'm so sorry about the loss of your dog. There are a lot of members here who own and love dogs and cats and can relate to your sorrow. I'm glad the orchids have been a comfort.

[Ray]

Welcome!

[rbarata]

Welcome Kath!)

[fishmom]

Nice to greet you, Kathleen!

[Diane56Victor]

Welcome Kathleen.
Condolences on your loss.

[SouthPark]

Heyfee --- welcome! Me too - deepest sympathies about your dog! Later, you may end up getting a catt, or some catts.

You can show us some nice phal flower photos in the future.

[SouthPark]

Apologies - meant to write Kath ----- not heyfee!