Prior to Jim I met another wonderful man from New Zealand, how we met is another long story but safe to say on a plane flying from London to Rome. We were just friends, honest. One of his great wishes is that we would meet on the island of Hawaii and enjoy the time together. He knew I loved orchids so the day I was leaving for the mainland he presented me with some beautiful Cattleyas. Before getting on the plane I had to go through agricultural customs. Of course I was stopped and my orchids were taken away. Another "NO NO" can not bring fruit or flowers to Calif. So I told the inspector, "please do not throw this away but take it home" I guess he thought I was bribing him and gave me a dirty look. I had to keep cool as my temperature was rising but my cool side said "you do not want to be in jail in Hawaii". So with a few tears I said good-bye to my orchids. This did not stop me so the hunt was on for more ochids.
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