Thanks everyone. I have to admit that I am kind of proud to FINALLY be able to post something of my own blooming after almost two years of admiring everyone elses wonderful orchids.
This one has to be one of my favorites...it has large flowers that are (IMHO) a fantastic color and ...well...it blooms. As a beginner that is pretty important
And it does have a pleasant fragrance. That is a plus for me.
I should be enjoying this for a while as the third spike is showing quite a few blooms coming along. Last year the blooms lasted for a long time, too, so I hope that will be the case this year, as well.