Often, we fix our gaze on the vibrant display of wide-open, full-bloom.
But I also love the furl.
The beauty found in the delicate creases that come with a flower unfolding.
This one, a hibiscus, given to me by my son, Jeb, on a morning walk.
White Jade Orchid
Or Pak Lan, as it’s known in Hawaii.
A hybridized Magnolia, in fact. And it smells (if only you could) divine.
Growing on trees, often planted near Asian temples, I’ve heard it also referred to as the Temple flower.
Orchid Portal
On the heels of the full, blue moon, our orchid blooms.
I know why O’Keefe was enchanted…
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