The New Blooms Have Arrived!Happy New Year, everyone! There’s no better way to kick off the year than with some vibrant new life in our home .. And by that, I mean blooms! For the past few weeks, we've been eagerly watching our Wilas x Dr. Anek Vanda Orchid, waiting for those tight red flower buds to finally reveal their splendor. A couple of days ago, the wait ended, and let me tell you, they are absolutely stunning! Their deep red hues bring such warmth and vibrancy to the space.

One Last Sunrise Kisses the 2024 SkyAs the last day of 2024 unfolds .. I find myself pausing to reflect on the cusp of a new year and the endless possibilities it could hold. This morning, I rose early to greet the final sunrise of the year. Despite the biting cold, the dawn brought a quiet joy that warmed me from within.

This Orchid Update Is Long Overdue!I’ve been dragging my feet for far too long, and it’s time to share what’s been happening with our orchids. Today, we’ll focus on the Vanda Orchids, Phalaenopsis Orchids, and briefly touch on the ever-impressive Cattleya Orchids. These three have shown the most exciting changes lately. Let’s dive in!

Merry Christmas Everyone!We hope your holiday season has been filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of good memories. Last night, we hosted our annual Christmas Eve Open House, and let me tell you, it was a full house this year! A solid 30 friends and family members came over, filling the place with festive cheer.

Growing, Snorting, and Stealing Hearts ..Hello Hive friends! It’s been a while since I’ve written a post solely about our newest family member, Sir Huxley. Today feels like the perfect time to share some updates, funny stories, and heartfelt moments about our little guy.

YES.. Another 1921 Silver Peace DollarThis past week, I added another 1921 High Relief Silver Peace Dollar to my collection.. I now have four (4) 1921 piece dollars, and I wasn’t planning on acquiring another one so soon, but sometimes opportunities arise, and you just have to seize them. It’s not uncirculated—I’d place it in the fine to extremely fine range—but take that with a grain of salt since I’m no professional coin grader. (Grading is definitely an art I’ve yet to master. LOL.)