When I first walked in the door, I looked for the five orchids I had dropped off yesterday for judging. I soon saw that I had won three ribbons, one each of first, second and third place. The big surprise was which one won the blue ribbon. Here they are in order:
So the huge Den. spectabile gets a second place ribbon and I thought it would win blue in a walk. C. skinneri and the big Ctt. Eva, both heavy with blooms, won nothing and the blue ribbon went to Rth. Carolina Golden D'Or which I just entered for grins. Go figure. Anyway, enter 5 orchids and win three ribbons isn't too shabby.
On with the show, these first few pics are of the general displays:
And here are some individuals that I thought were outstanding:
The C. Martin Wolfe and the Zygo Rhein Harlequin just blew me away but I couldn't find them to buy. I intend to keep looking. It was a fun day and it is nice to share with you all.
Jim
"Advertising may be described as the science of arresting the human intelligence long enough to get money from it." -- Steven Leacock
I guess I need to go out and take some pictures of a couple of varieties that are loading up with inflorescences, but not in flower. I'll put them on the "Anticipation" site. The rain has just started, slowly falling. We are supposed to get 2-3 days of it, very heavy at times, with 3-5" expected. Now that it has finally gotten a bit warmer, I still can't go outside and play!
drdawg (Dr. Kenneth Ramsey)
The reason it's so hard to lose weight when you get up in age is because your body and your fat have become good friends.
Definitely a big congrats, well deserved, Jim!
I like the way you posted the show! Lots of wow factor displays and then close up with names. You highlighted some real gems!
thanks for sharing!
What Elaine said! 
