White Orchids | Shirley MacLaine Back With A Vengeance In 'Bernie'

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Shirley MacLaine turned 78 on April 24, and, as is usual on that date, she talked with Barbra Streisand, who shares her birthday. They had hoped to see each other, but then MacLaine, who was in Los Angeles for work, decided to leave for her ranch in New Mexico. So the old friends chitchatted on the phone instead.Ah, to eavesdrop on that call. One can imagine it covered the state of their A-list    .. more …

Orchids | In Search Of The “Cleistes Divaricata” In South Mississippi

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PICAYUNE – Glen Ladnier, a member of the Gulf Coast Orchid Society and an orchid expert, told about 20 orchid enthusiasts who showed up at the Crosby Arboretum’s Saturday orchid seminar, that one would think that a place such as Hawaii would have a large variety of orchids and Mississippi only a few.That’s because most people, said Ladnier, who lives in Biloxi and traveled to the Arboretum in    .. more …

White Orchids | Blissed Out On A Bali Hillside

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This is how it begins. Lying on a massage table in an open-air pavilion/bale bordered by pools and fountains in a lush tropical garden. FISH PEDICURE Nothing but the sound of running water, occasional birdsong and the sweet scent of the jasmine oil being massaged into my weary body.I arrived at Chintamani Retreat Spa feeling like a trainwreck. Weeks of late nights, socialising and deadlines had    .. more …

Orchid Show | Redland International Orchid Show At Fruit And Spice Park, May 18-20

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Don’t miss the Redland International Orchid Show May 18-20 at the Fruit and Spice Park, located at 24801 SW 187 Ave. in Homestead.Truly the largest annual orchid show in the United States which features over 50 booths of educational exhibits and orchid vendors, the American Orchid Society-judged event showcases various types of orchids, plants, and unique supplies for sale. There also will be    .. more …

Blue Flowers | Little Falls School Community Grieving The Loss Of A Student

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A makeshift memorial of white crosses and blue flowers for Zachary Brisbane adorned the intersection of Route 167 and Barker Road in the town of Manheim on Monday.The intersection is where 18-year-old Brisbane, of 199 Timmerman Ave., Little Falls, was involved in a two-car motor vehicle accident over the weekend. He later died from his injuries.On Monday, the freshman was being remembered by the    .. more …

The Orchid | Community Club Restaurant Bridge

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On Wednesday, June 13, 2012 the Community Club of Garden City and Hempstead will once again host a bridge/game luncheon at the Orchid Restaurant starting at 11:30 a.m.We will enjoy a delicious Chinese lunch followed by an afternoon of bridge or other game of your choice. The cost is $25 per person or $100 per table of four. Checks may be made payable to The Community Club of Garden City and    .. more …

White Orchids | Tree School Sponsors, Speakers Honored

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A cocktail buffet celebrating the sponsors and speakers of the 12th annual Tree School took place at the home of longtime supporter Carey Hammett. Jack Siciliano arranged spring greenery and white orchids to a lovely effect. Palate pleasures came from Lacee Arbo of Portobello Catering, with a baby spinach salad, roast beef and assorted pastries as pleasing plates.Among the notables were Beth and    .. more …

Purple Flowers | Tori Stafford's Dad Hopes Positive Change Can Come From Her Horrific Death

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WOODSTOCK, Ont. – Victoria Stafford ‘s father sat through the trial of his daughter’s killer, often listening to details about the horror the eight-year-old suffered in the last hours of her life, and at the end of each day he just needed to see her smile.Each day after the trial was over Rodney Stafford and his family would drive out here to the cemetery and visit Tori ‘s grave. A stone angel is    .. more …

White Orchids | Tui Lifestyle Emerges As Industry Leader In Home Decor

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MIAMI, May 15, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tui Lifestyle stays at the forefront of the design and furniture industries by redefining the essence of complete home design solutions at an exceptional value. Tui Lifestyle provides a comprehensive designer-home lifestyle, delivered and installed in 72 hours*(based upon location) and serves as a one-stop luxury living and decor destination. Working with a    .. more …

Orchid Species | Coastal Panel OKs Pebble Beach Area Development

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) ” After decades of environmental fights, California ‘s chief coastal regulator approved a scaled-back development plan Wednesday by a Clint Eastwood-backed group on a breathtaking swath of real estate covered by rare Monterey pines .The California Coastal Commission voted unanimously to allow Pebble Beach Co. to build 90 homes in Monterey County’s Del Monte Forest . The company    .. more …