Ed's Orchids

Ed has been raising orchids in his upstairs office at Cedar Bluff. All three plants have come into bloom this month. The yellow orchid was Ed's birthday present from me two years ago. It came from McDonald's Food and Family Center in Bad Axe.

The center plant was an 80th birthday present for Ed's mom, Pauline Eichler. Given to her by Jim and Joanne Christner, the orchid came into Ed's guardianship when Mom moved to Country Gardens in May. This plant has blossomed several times for Pauline and is now putting on a show for Ed.

The third orchid also belongs to Pauline and is in Ed's care. We're pretty sure that it is one of the floral gifts that sister Beth has been sending to Mom.

We both are attracted to orchids and often stop to admire orchid displays in the grocery or big box stores. Usually they are priced $20-$30. That's not much to pay for those who are willing to water and watch over these gentle plants.

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This is Ed's photo. He uses an Olympus point and shoot camera. Great job!