As I sit to write this short note to reflect on what's happened in 2009 I find myself recalling 'life's' curves and jabs.

2009 was the year I turned 50 and I had hoped for change and that is what I got! My personal life got better and I also lost my father after a long battle with cancer. The family misses him deeply and still wonder if he'll just pop up one day working in the garden tending to his vegetables.

The orchid industry continues to find its way and we all hope that things get better in 2010. We are grateful for all the continued support and words of appreciation for all the hard work that goes into each and every orchid that is shipped out of Maui.

I have for now refocused my hybridizing efforts back on Miltoniopsis almost exclusively as I feel my hybridizing objectives are fewer but more difficult to achieve.

To everyone who have supported me over the years and have sent their kind words of condolences, thank you.

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