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'WELCOME TO THE WORLD!' ~ BREATHE THE FRESH LIFE OF A NEW YEAR!

"May all your troubles last as long as your New Year's resolutions."
~ Joey Adams


~ Happy Birthday!

~ Happy 'Reblooming' Cymbidium

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Jan said…
Wow, those are gorgeous orchids! And I love the sentiments expressed by your quote, above. It really does seem a rarity to find someone who has been able to keep--(long-term)--a new year's resolution:-/ Happy New Year to you, Joey. I say, take one day at a time. I don't do well with New Years Resolutions either:-)
Friday, January 02, 2009
F Cameron said…
Joey,

The orchids are just gorgeous! The yellow color is so soft and delicate.

Cameron
Friday, January 02, 2009
joey said…
Hi Patsi ... not my quote but ... hey ... we Linwood gals must stick together :)

I'm with you, Jan. I never do resolutions but try to live 'each day', moving forward with positive thoughts. And my orchid thanked me :)

Cameron, I was so excited to bring my cymbidium back into the house after its vacation outside, obviously enjoying time away, to thank me!
Friday, January 02, 2009
Anonymous said…
LOL...that is definately my new favorite New Year's quote, just perfect for personalities like me! Kim
Friday, January 02, 2009
RURAL said…
I am one of those who never make NY's resolutions also. But I do love that quote.

Great shots of the orchids.

Jen
Friday, January 02, 2009
joey said…
Soul sister, Kim ~ I know of 'no one' who has kept a New Year's resolution; exactly why I posted this, dear one!

Good for you, Jen! You are a positive person that doesn't need to :)
Friday, January 02, 2009
beckie said…
Joey, if only the quote came true. :} And you grow orchids too! Lovely color and such eye candy. Thank you for the day brightener.
Friday, January 02, 2009
Anonymous said…
Oh how funny! I've never seen that posted before and think it very clever. My troubles and my resolutions!
Saturday, January 03, 2009
Anonymous said…
What a great quote and so true! Lovely blooms today, like a refreshing glimpse of a future spring.
Saturday, January 03, 2009
Monica the Garden Faerie said…
I love your quote--and it's a good inspiration for new year's resolutions that don't last! ;-)
~Monica
Sunday, January 04, 2009
klaraau01 said…
Love your cymbidiums, Joey - beautiful blooms and such a happy color - thank you for sharing!
Sunday, January 04, 2009
joey said…
Hello dear Beckie ~ I love orchids and seem to have a bit of luck having them rebloom (not all, but some bless me).

Hi Anna ~ I think it's a great quote that makes me chuckle, wondering ...

Thanks Racquel ... I'm already noticing how the days are brighter ... yea spring!

Wonder how many have already gone by the wayside, Monica :)

Thanks klara ... I'm delighted they are are so happy ;)
Sunday, January 04, 2009
Shady Gardener said…
Beautiful flowers!!! (I tried an orchid - twice! - but they died. I need to do some research, I guess. I'd love to try once more!) ;-)
Monday, January 05, 2009
Marysol said…
Hah! Love that quote. And Joey, those exotic orchids are a sight for sore eyes.
Monday, January 05, 2009
Kylee Baumle said…
Ooooh! The orchid is gorgeous! I've got a Phalaenopsis blooming right now that I bought last spring. It surprised me with its blooming again so soon. Several of the others have taken much longer to rebloom!

This yellow is just so cheery!
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
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