open...

... sesame

the opening of a new bud - in this case on my wonderful orchid - plant in pretty pink - is a fascinating display of layers - peeling away in a slow dance - over time to tantalize your senses - and imagination in what is going to come - it's a fabulous presentation to the final awakening - of the full bloom - a glorious burst of color - which always leads to...

a

happy day.....

a tribute to my dear sister who would've been 65 today - words cannot express how much i miss her