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Saturday, January 19, 2013

A TRUE BEAUTY

ORCHIDS…
Delicate ~ Elegant ~ Beautiful

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This beauty was a gift and makes for a lovely vignette.


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I have only tried my hand at orchids once before, so I am hoping that my “not so green thumb” doesn’t get in the way of this one lasting for a while!  Got any tips?


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When I look close at this beautify, I wonder how anyone can look at nature…flowers…and doubt that God exists.  Orchids, so amazingly beautiful, which reminds me…

It is not fancy hair, gold jewelry, or fine clothes that should make you beautiful. No, your beauty should come from inside you—the beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit. That beauty will never disappear. It is worth very much to God.
1 Peter 3:3-4

Ever doubt how special, how beautiful you are?  Here’s a reminder
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45 comments:

  1. Nellie's Cozy PlaceJanuary 18, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Hi Again,
    See you already posted again...........those orchids are gorgeous. Never had any myself, so no suggestions for you accept to enjoy it beauty, which I think you already are.....lol

    Have a wonderful day hon,
    Blessings, Nellie

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  2. Ms. AJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    That's a gorgeous orchid! I couldn't begin to give any tips, I kill everything!

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  3. CindyJanuary 18, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    I think simply seeing God's creation should cause people to KNOW there is a God. The perfect beauty of an orchid, or a rose or even a tree, proof of God is everywhere. Your orchid vignette is lovely. I've never tried to grow an orchid, I leave growing things outside, I do much better with them out there.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    Beautiful post. You have blessed me today with the reading of 1 Peter. I am striving for a gentle and quiet spirit.

    Thanks

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  5. LVJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:17 PM

    When I was in high school, it was the highlight of the school programs, to see if I would get orchid corsage. They are truly great blooms.

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  6. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    No tips here! I've never had the nerve to buy an orchid but I do think they are lovely. I hope yours thrives!

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  7. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    Stunning!! Have a great weekend Cindy!

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  8. Paula@SweetPeaJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    I love orchids! They are quite hardy and I've found fairly easy to get to rue bloom. I water mine with a tiny bit of Miracle Grow each week and that's about it. It's bloomed for the past five years!

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  9. Tina´s PicStoryJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    really beautiful! :)

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  10. Laerte PupoJanuary 19, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Beautiful orquidea.
    Thank you for your participation.

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  11. DebbiedoosJanuary 19, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Beautiful orchids Cindy. I am terrible with plants:( Enjoy this glorious day here in the Carolinas.

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  12. TerriJanuary 19, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    What a lovely post! I have tried growing Orchids before, with very little luck after the first bloom. Here in our area we actually have an Orchid "hospital" at a local garden center, where you can "winter" your plant until it is ready to bloom again. Next time I buy an Orchid I will get it there so we can use their service.
    Thank you so much for visiting me! I am glad you listened to your inner voice and jumped in blogging too : )
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  13. UnknownJanuary 19, 2013 at 12:36 PM


    What a great post to enjoy on this Winter's day... I have been busy with some decorating and craft projects this week and behind on reading my emails and posts. So glad I stopped in to enjoy your site!

    Thanks for sharing!
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  14. DianneJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    That is a is beautiful bloom! I hope you are lucky enough to have it bloom year after year. I follow the advice I received years ago, "Water and feed weekly, weakly". I have followed that advice for the past 5 years and my orchids have rewarded me with annual blooms. I also don't move them. They like the indirect light the get in my dining room so that's where they stay. Good luck! Dianne

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  15. DeniseinVAJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:44 PM

    Even though I host Today's Flowers my 'green thumb' is a little 'green', one of the reasons I joined Today's Flowers in the first place was to learn from those with more knowledge, and I am sure you will find someone who is only too willing to share theirs. Your photos are gorgeous and I thank you so much for sharing them. Lovely post!

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  16. The TablescaperJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Such gorgeous photos. Love the whiteness!

    - The Tablescaper

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  17. UnknownJanuary 19, 2013 at 11:17 PM

    an elegant orchid. your macro shots are beautiful!

    Today's Flowers

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  18. Self SagacityJanuary 19, 2013 at 11:31 PM

    So pretty and innocent. I love all the soft colors of the orchid.

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  19. Rattlebridge FarmJanuary 20, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Oh, I do love orchids! Your photos are lovely!

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  20. LeslieJanuary 20, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    Beautiful Cindy and having tried to photograph these flowers before {not easy!} you did a great job! I keep mine in humid areas of the house (bathrooms,, kitchen) Don't allow them to soak in water and spritz them with a water bottle. Once the flower drops off.. good luck. I think you have to keep them fertilized and them don't bloom very often.

    xxL

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  21. Patty January 20, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    What a beautiful orchid to enjoy, Cindy. Thank you for visiting me!

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  22. JudyJanuary 20, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Wow!! I have never seen one that colour! I love the stripe of lime green!!!

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  23. podsoJanuary 20, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Your orchid photos are spectacular! And I enjoyed the scripture.

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  24. LorrieJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:08 PM

    Beautiful orchids. The creamy white is delicate, but strong and rich. Love it. Great verse!

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  25. carol l mckennaJanuary 20, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    Elegant photography of beautiful orchids ~ Lovely ~

    (A Creative Harbor)

    Lovely to have you come 'visit' .

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  26. A Colorful WorldJanuary 20, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Delicate, graceful and perfect! And I am sure heavenly perfumed!

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  27. Alison @ The PolohouseJanuary 20, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    Gorgeous photos, Cundy!
    I have found that orchids are so easy if you water them a little every other (Saturday for me)! I have them in a naturally lit area, no direct harsh sunlight.
    My gf swears by her watering method, which is 3-4 ice cubes
    on the top soil once a week. It works for her!

    Hope you are enjoying this long weekend.

    xoxox
    Alison

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  28. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 20, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    You got some beautiful close ups! I've never grown these flowers but you must be doing something right! It's gorgeous!

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  29. HELENEJanuary 20, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    Lovely photos! Your orchid needs light but not direct sunshine, it benefits from a lower temperature at night, but doesn't like to be moved around. It likes very weak fertiliser, or even better, orchid fertiliser. It will reward you with new flower stalk every 9 months or so if you give it the right conditions. I have 6 moth orchids like yours, some are 8 years old. Good luck :-)

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  30. SnapJanuary 21, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Lovely photos! I love orchids. Don't over water!

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  31. Liz @ Quirky VistasJanuary 21, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    What a pretty orchid. I just noticed all of mine are about to be blooming at once and they make me happy just to gaze out at them all hanging on my patio. Pretty photos!
    Liz

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  32. eileeninmdJanuary 21, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    Your orchids are lovely, looks like you do have a green thumb. Have a happy day!

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  33. LucyJanuary 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    A friend of mine has an array of lovely orchids and he says to keep them in the bathroom where the humidity helps them feel "more at home"! I have done so and mine are blooming! Once they bloom, you can put them around your home! Enjoy!

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  34. LucyJanuary 21, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    A friend of mine has an array of lovely orchids and he says to keep them in the bathroom where the humidity helps them feel "more at home"! I have done so and mine are blooming! Once they bloom, you can put them around your home! Enjoy!

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  35. PondsideJanuary 22, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    An orchid is a special gift or a wonderful indulgence. I've never been able to have one bloom a second time, but they last so long that I am still happy to have one each year. I like how you arranged your mosaic.

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  36. Mary Howell CromerJanuary 22, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    These are glorious! I bought my very first Orchid, ever last week, and I hope it survives my care~

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  37. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    Cindy, The Orchid is beautiful! I have had two but neither one of them survived long. I don't have a green thumb and I can't even keep ivy alive! Hugs, Sherry

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    The only orchid tip I know is don't touch the petals with your hands or bump into them, and the blooms will last longer (3 weeks I think). But while I've kept them alive for a year, I've never managed to get one to bloom again. Maybe that bathroom humidity trick one of the others mentioned is worth a try! -- Min

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  39. MaryFebruary 21, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Oh, how beautiful! I just bought my first orchid, and frankly, I'm waiting to see how long it takes for me to kill it... Thanks for sharing your beauty! xoxo

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  40. Judith @ Lavender CottageFebruary 21, 2013 at 2:39 PM

    A beautiful white moth orchid, and lots of blooms on it.

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  41. podsoFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    Your orchids look lovely. I would say you have the touch. I know nothing about them other than when I cared for my neighbors and she had me give them three ice cubes one time a week ....

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  42. Joy@aVintageGreenFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Such detailed and beautiful photos or your orchid.
    Joy

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  43. ShirleyFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    I do so love the beauty of an orchid in bloom. Yours is lovely!

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  44. On Crooked CreekFebruary 21, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    Cindy,
    Beautiful!
    Not only your talented photography...but its precious message, as well!
    You have blessed my heart and soul today, dear one!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  45. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:47 PM

    Beautiful! Reminds me of a Georgia O'Keefe painting! Good luck growing your beautiful blooms!

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