A Winter Day of Cozy Work and Orchid Surprises - And of Course Molly & Pepper Memories

Just Another Work From Home Day Here In The Northeast ..

And Last night, another winter storm swept through .. Leaving behind a picturesque scene of rain and snow that transformed the world outside. The day unfolded with lingering showers, creating a beautiful yet somewhat gloomy atmosphere. With the roads covered in a thin layer of freezing rain, I opted to work from the comfort of my home rather than facing the wintry challenges outside.

As I focused on my tasks .. The soothing notes of light jazz filled the air. Despite the peaceful ambiance, the honking of Canadian Geese echoed in the background. These majestic birds seemed content floating on the lake, choosing the tranquility of water over the bustling search for their next meal in a nearby field.

In the midst of my work .. A much-needed break led me outside to witness the winter beauty surrounding the lake. The landscape, dusted with about 2 inches of snow, sparkled under the touch of freezing rain. Nature's serene allure captivated me as I observed the Canadian Geese gracefully navigating the icy waters.

Another Orchid Surprise ..

Amidst the winter charms .. A warmer surprise awaited indoors – our Cattleya Orchid, Jewel Box 'Scheherazade,' had started pushing out a bloom stem! This delightful development marks the first time this Orchid has bloomed for us since we acquired her back in early March 2023, nearly a year ago. It's an exciting moment, especially since our home has typically been graced by the elegant blooms of Phalaenopsis Orchids.

Above .. With the help of the sun - One can see the new flower bud within the flower sheath. A flower sheath is a leaf like growth that sits at the very top of a pseudobulb, indicating that the Orchid will bloom from that particular pseudobulb when the time is right (when it is in season -- February through May). I think that estimation is just about right!

And Below .. we can see the new flower bud forcing her way out of the flower sheath.

The anticipation grows as we await the unfolding of the beautiful red blooms on the Cattleya Orchid .. The exact timeline remains uncertain, and I'm as eager as you are to witness this floral spectacle. Stay tuned for updates on this enchanting journey, and let's discover together how long it takes for the Cattleya Orchid to unveil its vibrant red blossoms.

A taste of what we have to look forward to...

Winter may linger outside, but within the walls of our home, the promise of new life and beauty is taking root.

How can I be gloomy about that? I really can't.

Sorry in advance for this depressing bit of writing..

On a chilly winter's day, the world draped in a melancholy gray, the heavens wept with a mix of snow and rain, a somber ballet of nature's tears. The once pristine blanket of snow, a canvas for joyous paw prints and playful leaps, now bore the weight of sorrow. Molly and Pepper, two companions bound by love, left a void deeper than the puddles forming in the slushy aftermath. Their absence echoed in the silence, their familiar paw prints absent from the softened canvas. As raindrops gently erased the imprints, it mirrored the tears that blurred the memories of their playful romps. The world, now devoid of their lively spirits, became a cold and damp reflection of the loss etched in the heart's frosty corridors.

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