I had the opportunity to see the 5 breeding plants that Alfredo Manrique has and they were much smaller than I thought. What made them look large was that they were multi growth.

Here are a few photographs from SDRS. I tried to take them as close up as possible without disturbing the trophy display area. Click on "Slide Show" for ease of viewing. Here is a link that might be useful: SDRS Photos

Hey guys, Thanks for all the positive feedback. It was great to be able to do this for the kids and I have some good pics to share. Unfortunately I have had some technical dificulty today, so it could be until Monday before I am able to have the pictures posted.(usb cable seems to be the problem) Will post pics ASAP, RIK

Tikanis here reporting from So. Cal where it is slightly overcast and cool this morning : ) This has been a great week. My DS has found a way to computerize ALL of my paperwork and if accepted by the agencies I contract with, will save me HOURS and HOURS each and every week! I am so excited that I can hardly stand it! Today was my check in and I am now just under 16 lbs from my goal! I have added biking to my work out, something that I really enjoy, so it won't be long now... I am preparing a few meals today for a church member who just had surgery. This afternoon DS and I are doing a bit of shopping and getting our nails done. Tonight I have my first "Date" since the wheel was invented ha ha! That's right, I am going to see if there is life out there after 5 years of widowhood. I am scared to death. Please send good thought. I need them. : ) Tikanis