I was in Jakarta on one of my trips and was staying at the Shangri La Hotel - at the entrance was a red carpet and a row on either side of the entrance with orchids. I thought "how do they know" but I was told by the nice porter, this was not for me .... too bad ... but Mrs. Margaret Thacher was visiting Jakarta. Unfortunately, I was not an invited guest to meet her. Did you know that she loved orchids?
While in Jakarta I was going to dinner to my textile agent's home. On the way to their house I saw many flower stalls on the side of the street with all kinds of orchids. I suggested we stop so I could buy them one. I was shocked, the price for a beautiful Cattleya was all of $2.00 - imagine my bewilderment, how could they be so cheap. My hostess started bargaining with the flower seller and I told her "let me give him the money it is so cheap." she would not hear of it. His price was just too high. I was sick.
The good news was that I started her on orchids which she just took for granted.
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