[Tindomul]

I suppose it all started for me in Colombia as a small child watching my grandmother grow all sorts of tropical plants. Gigantic Anthuriums, orchids, Aloe, Citrus trees, a plant that lets out smoke when you touch it, another one that bloomed in the middle of the night. It was sooooo cool to play in her garden!
I came to NYC and without realizing it I became what I like to call 'Nature Deprived'. Growing plants in my home is a way for me to revist childhood(infancy really). The greener, or prettier, or more exotic the flowers, leaves, etc... the better. Thats why, I think, I was attracted to Orchids, and Aroids.
I started growing Orchid in October/November when three orchids were placed in my care. To date, not only have they not died, but they are growing!!! So I felt encouraged and bought my own. Also, having joined Orchid Board one year ago was a big step in my Orchid venture.

Thanks Marty for such a great site!