Insomnia Thread... [Archive] - Page 3

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 08:39 PM

It's a Sony and it has 10 mega pixels, and I'll let you know more details tomorrow but better yet, I'll show ya a shot! :08:

My last camera took a nice pic too...a Canon, and it was only a 7 mega pixels. I'm looking forward to sharing some shots again real soon...

Yeah I was in the middle of taking some shots with my old camera and it said the battery was low so I put in some new ones and it hasn't turned on since! :eek:

I sure got a lot of use out of it though so I really can't complain. It just sucked that it died on me like that. :(

Has anyone else had their digital camera die, out of the blue?

: (

Jananas Bananas

11-17-2010, 09:17 PM

No, I have never had one just quit like that. I have had a tv do that to me though. Can't wait to see the new shots Sherry!

Oh, I wanted to tell all of you that on my last trip to Lowe's they had tons of new "Christmas" cactus out in different sizes and colors. But all of it was the Thanksgiving cactus with points on the stems. I told the guy there and he just shrugged and said well they aren't going to change all these signs. I should have taken a shot of it with my cell phone, but didn't. I will the next time I go in though. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 09:36 PM

Too funny about the signs, Janan! :ha:

Did you happen to notice if they had any white ones? The pink ones are very common but white isn't so much, so I was just curious...

Yes, my new pics will be even better quality than my last ones so I'll be looking forward to showing some very soon...

Do you believe that Christmas is around the corner? I usually start decorating at the end of November or even as late as December 1st. I'm just having a low key Christmas with my mom and I this year because I'm going to be a bit busy over December. Not sure what my New Year's plans will be either.

Time to revive my Christmas thread soon...and my Winter thread! :eek:

No snow yet, but real soon. :(

All my plants are thriving in my windows and I even have seeds sprouting, like Cameron does. Gonna turn on my Halide soon...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/447.jpg

I might try a couple banana plants under it this winter...like my Siam Ruby. It should be interesting to see how it does. :08:

Getting some more ice water...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 09:48 PM

By the way, that pic was taken with my old camera last year. My halide is set up in the corner of my bedroom and it supports many plants including vegetables! :08:

Here's a close-up of the 400 W warm deluxe SunMaster bulb I use...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/450.jpg

So what are you guys' plans for Christmas? Isn't it Thanksgiving for you Americans soon?

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/funny124.jpg

Poor Big Bird!!!

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-17-2010, 09:53 PM

They did have a couple of the white ones, and a very soft pale yellow - they did not carry either of those colors last year. I will probably get a couple of the small ones of both those colors. They had a ton of the hot pink and salmon colors though. The two that I have now are the salmon color. Here is a shot of the teeny tiny buds.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38565&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38565)

I told you they were teeny tiny! HA! HA! :ha: My "Thanksgiving" cactus MIGHT be blooming by Christmas if I am lucky!

I know Christmas is right around the corner!!! ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 10:06 PM

Oh you're so lucky Janan, to have all those great colors to choose from. I'm so envious and wish I could get another white one. :(

Thanks for the shot and good luck with it blooming for you soon. They love and thrive in an east window if you happen to have one and they enjoy a bit of fertilizer from time to time as well. They also appreciate a shower once in awhile to keep them shiny and dust-free.

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-17-2010, 10:18 PM

Mine look like they need a shower don't they? That is actually sediment from the water from the last shower! We have literally tons of limestone here in Central Texas and any of the water wells are pumped through the limestone layers. All of the water is filtered of course, but you just can't get rid of it all.

My house actually faces east, so I am lucky to have many east facing windows. I have a bay window in the first bedroom that I winter a lot of my smaller plants and have my seed starting area. I have several grow lights there and a few fluorescent lights in that room as well.

I think there were a couple of other colors of the cactus too, but I can't remember what they were at the moment. It will be one of those sit straight up in the bed at 3 AM and say oh yeah that was the other two colors! Do you have Lowe's or Home Depot in your town? ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 10:49 PM

Yes, we have Home Depot and there's also one other place I can check tomorrow too. I would die to have that yellow one you referred to, Janan. I like unusual colored ones and am on the hunt for some this year if I can get one.

If you see any loose leaves in the pots, they will root into plants and are just going to die anyway. Wouldn't it be cool to create a pot of Thanksgiving cacti using cuttings of assorted colors? It would be a rainbow of different colored blooms each year! :eek: That would be so stunning.

I'd like to do a pot of white and pink cuttings together...that'd be real pretty. If you end up getting that yellow one Janan, be sure to post some shots...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 10:56 PM

About the showering...

No I wasn't referring to yours Janan, or trying to hint! :ha: I've been showering mine for 4 years and it loves it, so I just thought I'd pass it on. I hate those white water spots and I get them on my orchid leaves sometimes.

Speaking of my orchid...

I recently cut off the old flower stalk at night and when I removed it, I noticed it had new buds on it but I didn't see them in the dimly lit room. :eek: I was pretty upset and disappointed that I didn't look more closely but...

this morning I was watering and fertilizing it and noticed that it's sending up another flower stalk so it might bloom again for me soon. I want a yellow orchid next. The one I have now is over four years old.

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 11:17 PM

Too funny...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous14.jpg

:ha::ha::ha:

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-17-2010, 11:17 PM

I have a couple of orchids. My favorite is one I got in a trade off GardenWeb. It is so shiny green it looks fake. It has never bloomed for me, but it has grown a lot though - it is the Vanilla orchid. I have two of the miniatures too. My chickens took a liking to them and have chewed on all the tips of the leaves. :(

What is your very favorite inside plant and why? I think I have read that your favorite over all is holly. ~J

Jananas Bananas

11-17-2010, 11:21 PM

Too funny...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous14.jpg

:ha::ha::ha:

: )

I am laughing out loud at that one and I am supposed to be quiet = Greg is already asleep!!!!!! :ha::ha::ha::ha::ha::ha:

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 11:32 PM

I think you are just trying to make me jealous tonight, Janan! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif I am drooling over the description of your orchids! :eek: Hold on while I wipe my mouth...

:ha:

Yes, my favorite overall plant is "Blue Princess" Hollyberry, but for indoors that's a tough one...

I might have to say Geraniums! :goteam:

I love how easy and reliable they are, and how they add beautiful color to my windows all year round. :D

I also enjoy my succulents too though. :08:

How about you Janan, and others ???

Yes that was pretty funny, that 'Dear Mrs. Jones' letter! :ha: I thought it was hysterical too and it gave me a good chuckle. Hope you didn't wake Greg Janan or you'll be in trouble! :eek:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous15.jpg

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-17-2010, 11:50 PM

Nothing to be jealous of, they look like crap right now thanks to my little sweetie pies! :ha:

Gosh, I really have to think about that one. I wasn't expecting you to ask it back at me! :ha: Let me take a quick look around the house and see if I can answer you!

Oh if you love succulents I have to show you a cutie I have in bloom right now. Let me load it. (I have a LOT of succulents) ~J

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38566&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38566)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-17-2010, 11:58 PM

We must do a serious trade sometime soon Janan! :nanadrink:

I have a tri-colored succulent from Texas that Zac 'ShearMe', sent me. I'll show a shot of it soon and send you a piece of it...

I find my 'favorite' plant can change every few months but I have always loved geraniums and Hollies, and think I will for life. :08:

Yup ok, right back at you Janan...what's your favorite indoor plant?

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 12:11 AM

OK I am very fickle when it comes to my plants - but at this very moment it is a variegated African violet. I have the name written down around here somewhere. Mine is young and hasn't bloomed for me yet, but it is to die for!!!!
The foliage has white mottling around the edge with a hint of pink. My very favorite plants are anything variegated, so I always lean in that direction. I think I have taken a recent shot of it.

Here is with and without flash. I like it even without the blooms....BUT the blooms are rich purple y blue!!!!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38569&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38569)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38568&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38568)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 12:18 AM

Gorgeous, Janan! :eek:

Did you know that just one leaf off that AV plant will root into a whole entire plant of it's own? Yup, it's true and I've done it many times. :D

That is one special beauty you have there. If you love variegated plants then you will love the tri-colored succulent I've got...it's white, green, and pink!

I also have variegated lily of the valley that I got from Bob. ;)

So when's Thanksgiving for you guys, anyway? This coming weekend? Are you making turkey?

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 12:26 AM

MacDonald's in Space...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/Mcdonalds_in_Space.jpg

:ha:

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 12:34 AM

Our Thanksgiving is always the fourth Thursday of November, so this year it is the 25th. We will have ham and turkey and all the fixins! I will try to take pictures for your supper thread. It will be a pretty meal!

You can take one AV leaf and cut slits in the main central vein and baby plantlets will sprout from each slit as long as it is touching the growing medium underneath it. It is pretty amazing to see. Have you ever tried it that way? I think you can do a rubber tree that way also. I have never tried it on a rubber tree though.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 12:45 AM

No, I've never tried it that way but think it sounds pretty cool! :08:

Great, you'll post shots of your Thanksgiving dinner. It'll be delicious, no doubt. ;)

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous18.jpg

: o

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 12:46 AM

Is that bee STINGING that eyeball? ARRRGGGGGHHH! My eyes are watering so badly right now you would think I was bawling. I am sooooo allergic to bees.

Here is another succulent blooming:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38574&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38574)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 12:50 AM

That is just stunning, Janan! :eek:

It looks like the bee is about to sting, doesn't it? I just thought it was a weird shot and so I posted it.

For those who didn't see it...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous11.jpg

:eek:

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 01:07 AM

OK I am signing off for tonight. Hopefully I can get a little sleep! ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 01:12 AM

Jack Daw

11-18-2010, 03:34 AM

Me too...g'night Janan. :waving:

So nice to talk tonight as well, without the PhilosoRaptor's smart-arse comments...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/insomnia230.jpg

Chat tomorrrow...

Goodnight Everyone! :03:

: )
Don't worry, I'm watching you. Something funny from the South Park:

BP drilled and drilled, until it had to publish sorry videos and changed it's name to DP:

YouTube - South Park Tony Hayward were sorry HD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0bE6ZESFPI)
YouTube - BP Apology part 3 - South Park (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAYlCAjWMa0)

And this is what they drilled after the Gulf of Mexico (a portal to another dimension ;) ).

Drilling Into Another Dimension (Season 14, Episode 11) - Video Clips - South Park Studios (http://www.southparkstudios.com/clips/360441/drilling-into-another-dimension)

drew leonard

11-18-2010, 08:06 AM

Next Thursday.

drew leonard

11-18-2010, 08:15 AM

I think the bee was trying to obtain salt via the tear duct fluid...J.M.O.

Happy Gardening!

Drew

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 08:17 AM

What about next Thursday, Drew? :waving:

Jack I think you need to fill out the following form and send it back to me promptly...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous19.jpg

Note: You cannot watch the watcher! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

One of your videos wouldn't play, by the way! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

Carol...

I apologize about last night because I think we were posting at the same time, or close, and I did not see your post right away. Sorry if it seemed like I wasn't including you in the conversation. :( Just butt right in and interrupt me when I'm rambling and I'm sure to see your post sooner
or later. :ha:

Sometimes too, I don't get email notification every single time either and just have to check for new replies.

Hope everyone's having a great Thursday! :03:

: )

Jack Daw

11-18-2010, 08:30 AM

Well, how did you like the interdimensional rift the DP drilled, while trying to dedrill the bad drilling?

I also liked this shot from the very same part (I call it the shrimp guy). Ironically, I saw a very similar man complaining in a very similar dialect on RT half a year ago. :ha:

YouTube - South Park Shrimp (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUQ1_c89Udo)

Btw. if a video can't be embedded, watch in on youtube by pressing the Watch on Youtube text in the video. ;)

Caloosamusa

11-18-2010, 08:41 AM

Sherry :-) ,

Good post and very creative!!! :-) !!!

You cannot watch the watcher, :-) !!

:jalapenonaner:

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 08:43 AM

Wouldn't this be the perfect topic of discussion to begin your new thread with? :ha:

No doubt you've got lots to say Jack, so feel free...

I gotta get some breakfast. Be back soon...

: )

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous20.jpg

:ha::ha::ha:

Thanks Caloosamusa! :waving: Nice to see you joined our chat thread! ;)

: )

drew leonard

11-18-2010, 08:59 AM

I will be cooking at the local soup kitchen; that day is Thanksgiving ...Sorry I got in late on that!

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 09:06 AM

Oh ok, cool Drew, thanks for letting me know. ;)

That's so nice that you'll be cooking at the soup kitchen. :)

We had our Thanksgiving back in October so no turkey for me until Christmas.

I'm just having breakfast right now...eating cereal with sweet shredded coconut and trailmix sprinkled on top...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/insomnia233.jpg

:eek:

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 09:23 AM

Good Morning! Sorry I left so abruptly last night. Greg woke up with a sneezing fit and had to get tissues and such quickly. The brightness of the computer screen doesn't help him get back to sleep either. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 09:30 AM

Good morning, Janan! :waving: Glad the banana is waving for you again, by the way! :ha:

No problem about last night, I had to get up early to meet my boyfriend anyway and was wanting to sign off and get some rest. Plus I feared Jack would wake up and post, and I'd have nightmares and wouldn't be able to sleep at all! :eek:

LoL. :ha:

I was gonna go to the mall soon but it shouldn't take me long once I get going. It's just kind of rainy and crappy here right now. Maybe it'll clear up later. Hope so.

I gotta pick up some little Christmas light bulb replacements if I can get them at this one place.

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 09:44 AM

Oh and Jack...

Please do not forget to fill in the "additional notes" section of your Formal Apology form so that I may see you are truly sincere. ;)

When may I expect the form to be completed ???

Looking so forward...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 09:49 AM

I have to get busy myself. I really need to start the pre Thanksgiving house cleaning, but what I really want to do is make a Lowe's run to check out the mark down tables! HA! HA! :ha: Just maybe, I can do both! The Depot just doesn't have the sales that Lowe's does. It's supposed to freeze tonight, so they will have a bunch of new stuff out. :woohoonaner: ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 09:55 AM

When I'm over at the mall later, I'm going to check out Home Depot and see if they have any cool colored Thanksgiving cacti. I'll let you know later if I got anything special to share.

So yeah, I always do a huge Fall cleaning in late November, just before I decorate my place for Christmas. I also do another in Spring. I go nuts and even wash down the walls! :eek: I'm kind of a neat & clean freak...ok not kind of, I am totally! :ha: I cannot stand dirt and disorder. :(

So I hope the weather clears up soon here...

You still around as well, Caloosamusa? :03:

What are your Thanksgiving plans?

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 10:01 AM

If they still have that pale yellow I will get one of those so I can send you a stem in your package. I'll take pictures of it so you can make sure you want it. One of the colors that they have and I didn't mention was red, but I am still missing a color and it is driving me crazy. But I will know soon. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 10:13 AM

A true red would definitley be gorgeous. :08:

I know what you mean because there's so many unique shades out there that once you see the one you want and buy it, you look for it next time too.

I once saw this pink one that was the softest, palest pink ever, but I didn't buy it and it was gone when I went back. I never saw that shade again but always hold out hope that I might again one day. It was breathtaking.

Thanks so much for offering to take some shots and share the yellow one with me Janan. That would be most wonderful. ;)

Looking forward to seeing your pics later...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-18-2010, 10:20 AM

Sherry what kind of restrictions do you have on plants coming into Canada, if any? I know you and Bob have exchanged many plants with each other, but I have only swapped seeds with Canadians. Is there anything you need to check off on the customs paper work? I can't have any citrus sent into Texas from another state and I have to check on out of country. I had some stuff shipped in from Thailand before, but they had phytosanitary paperwork attached so they came in OK. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-18-2010, 10:28 AM

I haven't just exchanged plants with Bob, I've sent plans to many gardeners in the States. ;)

No restrictions on my end of things but if I have to reveal the contents of my box that I send to the US, I always just write "Garden Ornamentals"...

which isn't exactly a lie! :ha:

I've never once had a problem except when I mailed to Howard...although he did eventually get the box it was very late getting to him. However this was my fault in not sending it with a proper name and not registering it with the post office. http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

I just dropped it in the mailbox because I'd done it before many times with success.

I know better for next time though and I will register all packages with the P.O. and get a tracking #.

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-19-2010, 06:43 AM

Good morning, y'all! :waving:

Hope everyone has a great Friday! :08:

: )

Jack Daw

11-19-2010, 09:21 AM

Good morning, y'all! :waving:

Hope everyone has a great Friday! :08:

: )
It's afternoon here honey. Yeah, I know... bzzzz. ;)

Willow87

11-19-2010, 12:16 PM

Hi Sherry and everyone. I have great news, nearly all of the 130 red yucca seeds are sprouting. I wanted to post a picture of one and of some more passion vines that are coming up.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38604&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38604)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38603&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38603)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-19-2010, 05:28 PM

That's just awesome, Cam! :08: Thanks for sharing. Great about your passiflora vines.

I was shopping earlier today and I saw an even better camera than the one I just recently bought...so I got it too! I will return the other one tomorrow because they said I had 30 days to do so and it's been less than a week.

This new one I got is a Sony with 4x optical zoom, 12.1 mega pixels, and plus it came with a lithium rechargeable battery & recharger....I knew you would ask, Janan! :ha:

This is my very first and crappy night time-ish shot I just took a few minutes ago of what I'll be pulling off the vines tonight for my dinner...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00003.jpg

I really need to get to know this new camera before I start taking shots but just to give you an idea. ;)

So what's everyone's plans this weekend. I might stay home and take some pictures! :ha:

Oh well pardon me, Jack...I must remember that you are in a different time zone than me so...happy late night to you and hopefully you'll be hitting the hay shortly. http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

What exactly does "bzzz" mean ??? Do tell...

So anyway, guess I'll check out some of the threads...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-19-2010, 08:50 PM

Sounds like a really, really nice one! Yep, I would have asked! :ha:

Got to Lowe's and bought a yellow Thanksgiving cactus. It's a pretty thing. I bought a combo one too of white and salmon colors. A little lighter salmon than the ones I already have I think. I will have to wait and see when it blooms because I can't find any pictures I took of it last year when it was blooming. Here's a shot of the combo and one of the "Christmas" cactus sign behind it. And they wonder why we all call plants the wrong names!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38616&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38616)

Oh yeah, the tomatoes are looking mmmmmm yummy!

~JaNan

Blake09

11-19-2010, 09:34 PM

Is is possible to graft x-mas cactus with thanks giving cactus along with multipul colors. I think that it would be so cool, with blooms from thanksgiving to x-mas with several different colors. :)

Looks like I need to hit lows over the weekend! ;)

.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 01:17 AM

Beautiful Janan! ;)

I didn't get over to check for the cacti yet...too busy buying cameras! :ha:

I took this video earlier on my new camera of Henry, before I put him to bed, but it's kind of dark and it's the first time I've done it before on this camera...although I do have a digital camcorder too.

You can hear me saying 'night night, Henry' to him but he's not very tired. You can see him playing with one of the plastic birds in his cage. Sorry for the darkness though...I'll show better videos later but I was just practicing...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jEnjcfG0U8

I'm not alone right now, but bored watching my girlfriends play video games so I thought I'd say hi and post the video. :ha:

Hope you guys ae having a great Friday! ;)

: )

Jack Daw

11-20-2010, 05:39 AM

I'm not alone right now, but bored watching my girlfriends play video games so I thought I'd say hi and post the video. :ha:
Oh my Gosh, what world are you living in? Girls play video games instead of going out on discos, parties,...
Sheesh, Holly, wouldn't wanna live in Canada. :ha:

Not even spin the bottle or slumber party? Ah...

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 10:29 AM

What world am I living in Jack? Do you even have a girlfriend?! :eek:

Sometimes my friends and I just like to chill at home but we were planning to go out tonight instead so we thought we'd just hang last night and listen to tunes. We played some of Tony Hawk's pro skater on my playstation.

Spin the bottle? That's kind of lame isn't it? :ha:

So how's everyone's weekend going? I'm staying logged on but going to shower and take a few shots with the new camera, now that it's daytime. Be back with some pics soon...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 10:32 AM

By the way...

the little video I made of Henry couldn't be viewed because I had it set to 'private' instead of 'public'. It can be seen now though because I changed it. I'll show better footage of him talking, later...

: )

Jack Daw

11-20-2010, 10:36 AM

Come on... Tony Hawk? On your PlayStation? OMG. You look older, girl. :08:

What world am I living in Jack? Do you even have a girlfriend?! :eek:
What would you make think that I don't? :ha: And I even have both types of "girlfriend" meaning, maybe even the third type... which you don't know that exists. ;)

OK, now to your small friend. It almost looked like as if he missed some female parrot companion. He was dragging the doll to procreate, not give it a good night kiss. Also, nice hearing you! Please rename the vid to "Winter in Canada" and it will be a popular video within several months.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 11:12 AM

What would you make think that I don't? :ha:

Maybe because you're logged on here 24/7!!! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

No no Jack, imaginary girlfriends and blow-up dolls named Sally-anne, don't count! :ha:

I wouldn't presume to know what you think I know exists though Jack...I know more than you

think. :goteam:

Sorry you don't approve of the games we play but we enjoy them. I like chess too and would have to say it's my favorite. Guess that makes me elderly, eh Jack? http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/clap.gif

Don't you have to go inflate Sally-anne and take her out to the park for awhile...or are you still playin' spin the bottle? http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Too funny! :ha:

Gotta go take some pics...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 11:23 AM

About Henry...

That little plastic bird is his baby, or so he thinks! :ha: He feeds it and protects it and calls it "Tee Tee". Sometimes he'll even peck me if I try to touch it but he's usually pretty good.

I'll get some footage soon of his endless chatter. This morning he's been saying "you be a nice bird...no biting...ouch"!!! I'll let you guys hear for yourself soon because he talks all day long.

Ok, gotta go take some pics and check out my camera more...

: )

Jack Daw

11-20-2010, 12:31 PM

Maybe because you're logged on here 24/7!!! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Yeah, it's auto-login plugin for Mozilla. ;)

No no Jack, imaginary girlfriends and blow-up dolls named Sally-anne, don't count! :ha:
I know, they weren't included. :ha:

And about Henry... ur next post, I don't think you get that bird. It's not his baby, it's his damn female companion. You could have bought him some lady parrot, there would be one extremely horny thing less in your flat. ;)
OK, Sally-Anne, gotta go. Enjoy your camera!

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 12:45 PM

I do get my little Henry...you're wrong!

He totally acts like that thing is his baby and I have books about budgies and how they behave and it confirms it even more. He thinks that I am his companion and that's why he tries to impress me with his amazing vocabulary and extensive repertoire of sentences and phrases. :ha:

He also treats my mom like she's part of the flock too and tries to impress her also. She sings to him often and he sits perched on her finger totally mesmerized and captivated! We just adore him. He's a little fella with a huge personality.

I knew you'd have an excuse for being logged on all the time but it doesn't wash with me,
Mr. Daw! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Too bad Sally-anne couldn't type for you while you sleep, eh? She could tell us all about your experiences with plastic chums and paper-cut-out pals! :ha:

Oh I think we all know who the starved one is...it's rather obvious! :D Maybe you better hit the grocery store, Jack...

I took some shots and videos, so I'm just loading them now for the threads. I guess everyone else is sleeping ???

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-20-2010, 03:05 PM

Please excuse the spelling errors in my last post! There should be a spell check because I just hit the wrong keys sometimes. :(

Alright, so I think I'm getting pretty comfortable with my new camera now and hoping to get some more shots soon. :D

Gotta go grab a bite to eat and call my girlfriends to find out what the plan is for tonight. Think we're gonna go out for a drink or two and catch a live band somewhere. ;)

It's getting really cold here and I think we'll be seeing snow soon, but I'm in no hurry at all.

I wonder if Penny has lots of it by now? Let us know, will ya Pen? :waving:

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 08:16 AM

I think Penny is still sleeping! :ha: But I would like to hear how her weather is and if they have the dreaded white stuff yet. :eek:

Hope you guys will check out the pet thread and you can hear my little budgie Henry, talking. I'm gonna try to get some more footage of him later...

Hope everyone has a terrific Sunday. I'm just hanging out at home today. Had a late night last night with the girls but I still got up early.

I gotta bring in some of my garden gating today...one of the last of the garden chores before the white stuff flies. I also have to give all my hollies one last watering and feeding to keep them happy over winter until Spring when I'll hit them again.

Chat soon, everyone. :waving: Say 'hi' if you're around...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 03:44 PM

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/insomnia250.jpg

Wow, is it ever deadsville around here lately! Even Jack has nothing to say?! :eek: He must not be feeling well right now...or else him and Sally-anne are busy taking a romantic walk through the park. :ha:

I stayed logged on but I just got back from a bike ride shortly ago...I wanted to pick up a couple things and plus return that first camera I purchased since I got this better one.

It was cool on the bike today at 5°C...41°F and overcast. I took a shot of a street I was riding down to show how most of the leaves have fallen from the trees now...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00062.jpg

Janan, how ya been? How are your Thanksgiving cacti? I went hunting for some today but found no unusual colors at all. It was pretty disappointing. :(

Cam, how's your weekend going?

Caloosamusa, Island Cassie, ShearMe, Blake, anyone?!!! :eek: I need to chat!!!

Just teasing of course, but if anyone is around, for pete's sake say HELLO! :ha:

Gonna post in my dinner thread now, since nobody's talking or eating! ;)

: )

Jack Daw

11-21-2010, 03:59 PM

Caloosamusa, Island Cassie, ShearMe, Blake, anyone?!!! :eek: I need to chat!!!
What about your parrot? Tired of listening to his Macho comments? :ha:

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 04:06 PM

Hi Jack! :waving:

Ya know I was just noticing that Henry is chatting up a storm right now, so it might be a good time for me to try to get some more footage of him. Give me some time but I'll see if he will talk once I get the camera in his face. :ha:

I have ways of persuading him...

So Jack, how's your Sunday going? I'm surprised you're even around with those many girlfriends you brag about having! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Be right back. Maybe with a Henry video...

: )

Jack Daw

11-21-2010, 04:32 PM

Yeah, I'm ill right now. Stupid weather, stupid climate, stupid wind...

So what do you do Henry for ( ;) ) to make him talk? :ha:

So Jack, how's your Sunday going? I'm surprised you're even around with those many girlfriends you brag about having! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif
I don't brag about anything and there's this line between very real possibility depending on my will and then there's reality. But, I'm ill is sufficient.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 05:59 PM

I was just making a crack, but sorry to hear you are really ill, Jack. :( That sucks.

If I keep chatting to Henry, he can't resist and has to talk too, so that's how I persuade him. Even when he's in a bad mood, it usually works to take his mind off whatever he's brooding over. :)

Here he was just a few minutes ago...

YouTube - MOV00092 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5glUlrga2I)

He starts the video with quick "shoosh" (which means 'be quiet') and then he's kissing his baby 'tee tee' and making lots of little kissy sounds...then he blurts out "Hi Henry"!!! ;)

After that you'll hear him say a couple quick "hi hi" followed by 'oh little baby'. After this he comes right up to my face and starts looking at the camera and pecking it a little bit.

Then he does a quick whiny sound to let me know he knows it's not like my other camera and he doesn't like it as much...followed by "oh hi little pea pod" and ending with two kiss sounds before the video finishes.

What a little character he is. I wish I could have got more for you guys to hear tonight but he's upset about my new camera and won't talk as much. I'll get more soon...

: )

Jack Daw

11-21-2010, 06:24 PM

I was just making a crack, but sorry to hear you are really ill, Jack. :( That sucks.
Yeah, it really does!

If I keep chatting to Henry, he can't resist and has to talk too, so that's how I persuade him. Even when he's in a bad mood, it usually works to take his mind off whatever he's brooding over. :)

Or maybe he's just trying to make YOU stop talking and does whatever he can imitate at the moment. :08:

Btw... your video didn't load. Dunno why.

drew leonard

11-21-2010, 06:50 PM

would any of you guys go to the Banana heath and maintenance topics and check out my Ensete Ventricosum. Would appreciate it.

Happy Gardening!

Drew (Drex)

Blake09

11-21-2010, 07:19 PM

Caloosamusa, Island Cassie, ShearMe, Blake, anyone?!!! :eek: I need to chat!!!

: )

eh? what!?!?! :ha:

YouTube - It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!!! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8MDNFaGfT4)

:04::0490::07::0489:

:D

.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 07:27 PM

That's quite the song there, Blake! :ha:

I was looking to chat earlier but nobody was around...except for Jack! :eek:

Don't worry Jack, I'll try to be extra nice to you and not tease you so much...but only because you're sick. :( Let me know when you're better so we can get back to business as usual!!! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

So you couldn't play my Henry video, Jack? Did anyone else have a problem viewing it? I have it set to 'public' so it should be ok but let me know...

Drew, I don't know what's going on with your plant but I bumped the thread to the top of the list so that others may see it and help you out...

Good luck solving your problem. :)

So who's all around, anyway?

: )

Blake09

11-21-2010, 07:29 PM

YouTube - Banana Phone (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5C6X9vOEkU)

:ha:

.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 07:35 PM

Sounds like a song that Jack could do some salsa dancing to, Blake! :ha:

Or maybe he's just trying to make YOU stop talking and does whatever he can imitate at the moment. :08:

Are you implying that I talk too much, Jack?

For your information, Henry loves it when I talk and he can't get enough of it! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

So there!

Why do you think he speaks so well and likes to chat?! Think about it, Sicky! :D

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-21-2010, 07:42 PM

We are back home! We went to see the new Harry Potter movie!

Loving your new video shots and Henry talking! So precious, he with his baby! :waving:

Got a shot of the yellow cactus before we left so you can see if you want this color.

~JaNan

Blake09

11-21-2010, 07:52 PM

I once grew a Jack-be-little pumpkin

: )

Heay, thats a good nick-name for jack daw! Jack-be-little ;) :ha: :ha: :ha:

;)

.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 08:04 PM

You must have read my post in the other thread, Blake...too funny! I like that nickname but I doubt Jack will. :ha:

Hi Janan!!! :waving:

So nice to have you back with us and I hope you enjoyed your movie. Can't wait to see the yellow cactus...

Glad you got to hear Henry and you think he's cute. Just wait until he says "No biting...ouch". It's too hilarious. :ha:

So what'cha up to tonight, Janan? Hope you'll stick around and chat with us...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-21-2010, 08:12 PM

OK here is the pale yellow:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38636&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38636)

It looks very fragile doesn't it! ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 08:37 PM

That is so nice, Janan! :goteam:

I want it, and thanks for sharing a shot of it with us. That's so unique & different. :D I love the pink stamens too.

A crappy shot but here's my red geranium blooming today...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00073.jpg

: )

Blake09

11-21-2010, 08:40 PM

YouTube - Know Your Meme: Peanut Butter Jelly Time (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ym8D0EELSZ4)

Great looking flowers! :)

.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 08:47 PM

OMG, Blake! :eek:

:ha::ha::ha:

Jananas Bananas

11-21-2010, 09:31 PM

Just playing on the internet.

That is a gorgeous deep rich red geranium. Is it one that is scented? I have some fuchsia colored ones, and mine are not.

Yes, we did love the movie. I was dodging and ducking - I couldn't imagine seeing it in 3D! DH was laughing at me. I am a big Harry Potter fan. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-21-2010, 09:52 PM

Cool, about Harry Potter, Janan. ;)

Yes, that geranium was grown from seed and it's over a year old now. It does have a scent but not as strong as some. When you're close to it though, you can easily whiff the nice leaves. It'll bloom all winter for me.

I have another one growing in my my window but it will be a surprise color for me...also grown from
seed. :08:

I just got some more tomato seeds to pop this weekend too! :D

I've also got a few cuttings rooting from my white Thanksgiving cactus, and there's already little buds forming on the leaves! :goteam: I'm trying to make more plants from it. Here's the few cuttings I have...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00096.jpg

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-21-2010, 10:53 PM

I found a few sections of the cactus on the floor at Lowe's when I got my new ones. I gathered them up and will give it a shot. I will not know any color on them until (if and when) they grow and bloom for me. But that will be half the fun. :) ~J

tbaleno

11-22-2010, 12:18 AM

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34712576@N08/5197597354/" title="This could be why I don't get any sleep by mysimplehomegarden, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4112/5197597354_0cf0ba6af7.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="This could be why I don't get any sleep" /></a>
This could be why I don't get any sleep by mysimplehomegarden, on Flickr

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 12:18 AM

Yeah, I love that kind of thing Janan...surprise colors! That'll be fun to watch and discover.

I saw some cuttings at the store today too but they only had colors I didn't want so I didn't bother collecting them. I think I was just a little late hunting for them this year but next year I'll start earlier. ;)

The cuttings root within a few weeks time and they take off vigorously in spring especially.

Think it's gonna be a late night tonight...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/insomnia254.jpg

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 12:20 AM

What's that picture about, Tbaleno ???

: )

tbaleno

11-22-2010, 12:24 AM

It is a possible reason why I'm typing in this thread right now. Thats next to my bed. And no, the rest of the house isn't as messy or disgusting.

As a side note. I totally wanted to be asleep 2 1/2 hours ago.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 12:34 AM

LOL! :ha: Too funny, Tbaleno!

I dunno...I drink ice water all night and I still can't sleep! :eek:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/funny257.jpg

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 01:15 AM

Guess I'm gonna try to hit the hay...

G'night, you guys! :waving:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/funny258.jpg

:ha::ha::ha:

Sweet dreams...

: )

PennyG

11-22-2010, 07:51 AM

Hiya Sherry:waving:....geeez i cant believe the times that you guys post at....the only time i am up at that time, is to go pee:ha:

No snow here since last week, it lasted a day or so, and then melted.....i thought i posted a pic of it here....hmm?

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 08:38 AM

Hi Pen! :waving:

Nice to hear from you! :)

Yeah, well some of us stay up fairly late and chat awhile, but at least I'm not going to bed at 4 am anymore! :eek:

You posted a shot of your first snowfall Pen, but none after that...I don't think. I thought you guys would have tons by now...and us too. We've been lucky this year, that's for sure. I'm still riding my bike!

: o

So I hope everyone has a great Monday and a good week. It's Thanksgiving for you Americans on Thursday...I started a thread. ;)

Check out this cool clip I was watching this morning...

YouTube - Michael shoots his .45 with his feet (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlMz2sCDCA4)

: )

PennyG

11-22-2010, 08:57 AM

This was last weeks snowfall......but its gone now, thankfully!!

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv85/Penny-G/untitled-12.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 09:33 AM

Nice little trees, Penny! :08: I'd rather look at them, than the snow. :)

I must admit though that snow sure makes the Christmas lights look pretty. ;)

: )

Blake09

11-22-2010, 08:12 PM

I havent seen Jack-be-little ( ;):ha: ) post on here for a wile, hope he is feeling better!

.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 08:17 PM

I think he had a romantic evening planned with Sally-anne this evening, Blake. No doubt they are salsa dancing under the moonlight! :ha:

Beautiful Canna blooms, Janan! They're so cheerful looking! :goteam:

So how are you guys tonight? I've been busy most of today and had no time to take any new pics. Plus it rained all day long. :(

Hope you guys are having a good Monday...

: )

Blake09

11-22-2010, 08:36 PM

Starting tommrow I will be about 500 more miles up-north, in Ohio... For thanks giving, The last time we were there was 5years ago. We are gona travel halfway there on tuesday and the other half on wednesday. :) Ill see if I can get some mountain pictures :)

What I would really like to take pictures (aerial mainley) with is the Draganflyer X4. But the thing that is holding me back is the price, they are in the thousands! Draganflyer X4 Four Rotor UAV Helicopter Aerial Video Platform (http://www.draganfly.com/uav-helicopter/draganflyer-x4/) They seem pretty cool though! I would getone if I came into the aerial pic business.

:)
YouTube - Draganflyer X4 UAV R/C Helicopter with Panasonic FX-580 12.1 mega pixel digital camera (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mimrvFia6bc)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 08:45 PM

Wow, cool Blake...I hope you have a great Thanksgiving. :)

Janan...

I've been noticing that your camera takes a really nice shot...now I'm wondering what kind you have as well, and the particulars? It seems like it's a good one. ;)

So Blake, are ya having a turkey? Be sure to check out and join this new thread...

http://www.bananas.org/f397/happy-thanksgiving-america-13002.html

: )

Willow87

11-22-2010, 09:38 PM

Hi Sherry and everyone. I finally get to post a picture of my Thanksgiving cactus. It has several blooms on it. I had three different colors in the pot but the other 2 didnt make it.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38662&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38662&ppuser=5867)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38661&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38661&ppuser=5867)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38660&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38660&ppuser=5867)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 09:50 PM

Nice, Cam! ;)

Be sure to show us the blooms when they open. Did you see that gorgeous yellow one Janan
has?! :eek:

I am after a certain friend of mine to pick me up a couple in his area if he comes across the ones I want. We'll see...

: )

Willow87

11-22-2010, 09:56 PM

Thanks Sherry! Yes the yellow one is beautiful, I've never seen them in that color. I may look for one tomorrow. I will keep you posted on the flower pictures. I was wondering how you have yours so full and beautiful. Mine is so wimpy looking and its about 2 years old, maybe a little older.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 09:59 PM

Thanks Cam! ;)

I just kept turning mine over the years to make sure all the sides got light. Plus I kept it well fed. You're right though, it is quite full and dense.

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/insomnia266-1.gif

Let us know if you find any cool new colors, Cam...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-22-2010, 10:23 PM

Hi insomniac gang! :waving: It's that time of night for me to start yapping on the computer! HA! HA! :ha:

I think your cactus looks good Cameron! Your blooms are a different color salmon that I have I think. Oh and Sherry thanks for the compliments on my threads! I have to show you guys a couple of shots of a cactus and tell me what you think. I will load them here in just a few minutes.

Blake that helicopter thingy is something else!!!! When I first glanced I thought it was for a person and thought no way but since it is "unmanned" I think that would be fun. When we were kids my Dad had RC airplanes and they were a lot of fun for us.

(Have to go load the shots for you)

~JaNan

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 10:29 PM

Very cool, can't wait to see them, Janan!!! :goteam:

: )

Lego Town...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/funny274.jpg

I only wish I had that much lego when I was a kid! :eek:

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-22-2010, 10:47 PM

OK Here goes! This is a pure white one with the hot pink stamens. No color to the blossom at all:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38666&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38666)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38665&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38665)

And here is the one in the combination pot that I got - I thought it was white until today. What color do you see?????

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38667&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38667)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38668&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38668)

That is not flash - they are both taken with the natural light coming through a glass door - same lighting conditions in other words!

I am so excited I can't hardly stand it!!!!:woohoonaner:

~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-22-2010, 11:09 PM

They're both stunningly gorgeous, Janan! :goteam:

That's the one I have, like yours, totally white with pink stamens...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSCI3987.jpg

I saw a light pink one like your other one, and there's many different shadings of pink...yours is a real beauty though. I can see why you're so excited.

What will you do with all of them Janan...put them in one big pot, or keep them all separate?

Your going to have lots of blooms for awhile. :D Be sure to label them all so that when they're not blooming, you'll know which they are! :ha:

Thanks for the nice shots of your beautiful cacti. :08:

: )

Willow87

11-22-2010, 11:21 PM

Wow Janan and Sherry you both have beautiful cactus plants! What fertilizer do you use on yours to make it look so pretty? I'm definitely going to try to find another color tomorrow

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 12:04 AM

I've been known to apply Ultra-Bloom 15-30-15 Miracle Grow to my Thanksgiving cactus every couple months or so, Cam. I didn't really have a schedule though...just whenever I thought of it.

Ok it might be time to spill the beans...

I wasn't going to say anything, but the truth is my beautiful 4 year old white Thanksgiving cactus was stolen recently!!! :eek:

and it's no mystery who took it either...

I just can't discuss it too much in posts. It remained in our locked laundry room, accessible only to tenants, for over four years and it was loved by everyone who lives here.

I am truly devastated by it, and have come to find out that it's been a tenant who's been stealing my plants right straight along...even back last summer when some of you may remember I had a number of them robbed from me. :(

Sad that it's gone, but I have cuttings that I had taken a couple months back so it's not lost forever, thankfully. :)

Unfortunately, I am all done with potted plants in and outside of the building and will now only be able to enjoy them inside my place, under lock and key. The rest of my plants will grow directly in the garden, but no more pots for thieves, will be anywhere in sight. :D

Sorry to put a damper on things but I thought I'd let you guys know that my beautiful cactus was stolen on me!

: (

At least I have that lovely picture though, to always remember it...

and cuttings too. ;)

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 12:09 AM

Thanks Cameron! I only had the salmon color until a couple of days ago.

Sherry I thought is was lavender. :o That's why I wanted another opinion though before I said what I thought I saw. If you click on the picture then click again you can see a really close up version of it. On the very tips and a little on the petals it has the purple color. It does also have the hot pink stamen. I don't know if that makes a difference in the coloring or not. The blossoms don't fan out like the others either, more bulbous. But if everyone else sees pink, then that is what it is. Purple is one of my favorite flower colors, so I got excited when I thought I saw it. I did try to do some research on the colors and the yellow is a rare color. I had no idea as I can't really imagine Lowe's getting them if they are rare, so they must not be anymore! :ha:

Sorry, wasn't ignoring the camera question, I got excited about the cactus! :) The camera I shot these pictures with is a Fuji S700, I also have an Olympus Camedia, a HP, a Sony, and a Ricoh. The Fuji is the newest then they get progressively older as listed. I try to get a new one every few years trying to keep up with technology (which is hard to do). ~J

Oh Sherry NOOOOOOO! I was replying (and snacking) and just read your last post! You can't file or something on them? Can you get your super to go into their apartment to look or anything? Or do they steal them and then sell them???? Low down stinking thieves!!!!!

tbaleno

11-23-2010, 12:21 AM

You guys reminded me that I want a dragon fruit plant for Christmas. That and a dwarf mejier lemon.

I have to write it down so I don't forget to tell my wife.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 12:21 AM

Yes Janan, now that you mentioned it...it definitely has a purple/mauve hue to the
blooms!!! :goteam: I checked it out up-close as you suggested.

Very cool and you're so lucky to have them! If I could get just a couple leaves from each of them, this would be all that's needed to root into more plants. I love succulent and cacti because they root so easily. That yellow one is totally unique and special around here. ;)

Gonna check another place out tomorrow and see if they have anything, but our selection is very poor this year, I'm finding. :(

I haven't checked a couple greenhouse nurseries yet though either, so we'll see...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 12:23 AM

Bob sent me a Roger Meyer Dragon Fruit cutting and it's now rooted and growing...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00042.jpg

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 12:31 AM

I can fix you up. Once we get ready to do this I will need you to tell me how to prepare them for the ride north so they can survive. I have a hairy succulent. Do you have any of these?

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38677&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38677)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38676&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38676)

~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 12:51 AM

It's so easy Janan....you won't believe. Most succulent cuttings root while in the mail!

: o

I just put the little pieces into ziplock baggies with a bit of dry soil in the bags...not at all moist or wet, or the pieces could rot. :eek:

Then I just make sure they can't be crushed or squished, and that's it. It's the simplest thing. If they ask you to write down what's inside your box, just write "Garden Ornamentals"...which is not a lie.

Don't worry about it at all, just send it off priority post and I will do the same with your stuff and we'll both likely get the cuttings with roots already growing. I've had it happen many times.

Thanks Janan, for setting my up with some cuttings. I really appreciate it...especially after having mine recently stolen from me. :(

Do you like this succulent, Janan...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00127.jpg

It's called 'String of Pearl'. Maybe you have it? How about this one? Just took this shot for you now...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00158.jpg

Don't know what it is but I love it.

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 01:07 AM

That string of pearls is really cute. I do not have that one. I think the bottom one is one type of hens and chicks. I do have several types of that one.

I have five different colors of dragon fruit, but only know the name of one "American Beauty". I just did repot my night blooming cactus today (Cereus (Epiphyllum oxypetalum), and found two little broken off sections that I stuck in some spagnum. They both had very fine hair type roots on them if you need any of that. This is going to be FUN! :)

What have you always wanted but never have been able to get? Maybe I can find something for you. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 01:33 AM

Sorry, I was typing a long pm to Rae...

There is something I want but damned if I can remember the name of it...

I have to think about it...

What about you Janan...is there something you've always wanted? ;)

I'll definitely send you some cuttings for the string of pearl and my burrito too...which I'll show you tomorrow. I bet you'll love it.

Cool about all the dragon fruits you've got! Your camera too sounds awesome. I got an extended warranty on my new one that even covers drops and falls! :eek: I really love it. It's a Sony Cyber Shot and it's pink! :) I just got it registered tonight.

Looks like it's going to be a late night, fellow insomniacs. It's pouring rain hard. I can never sleep when it's raining...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 01:42 AM

Well, I guess I would have to think about it too. I'm pretty rotten - if I want it bad enough I usually find a way to get it. :ha: I go in cycles too. I was on a Bromeliad kick for a while (I have a bunch of those too), bananas (of course or I wouldn't be here), cannas (which got me on the bananas), hibiscus, succulents, tropicals, you name it, I have probably have it, had it, or killed it! :ha: ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 01:50 AM

I know what you mean...I go in spurts too and change what I'm into every few months when I get bored...

One plant I never get bored of though and I continue to grow year in and year out, are
geraniums! :08:

I guess I should try to get some sleep but I'm just not tired yet and listening to the hard rain beating down, sure doesn't help. Do you think you'll be up awhile yet, Janan?

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 01:54 AM

Yeah, I should try and get some sleep too, but I am not sleepy yet either. I should probably take some Tylenol PM or something. I'll be up until that kicks in and I haven't taken anything yet.

I like the rain. It is relaxing to me. But thunderstorms and wind, I am up pacing the floor. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 02:02 AM

I gotta get a drink of water...

We had some wind and thunder earlier but it died down. It's been raining here mostly all day long! My gardens are sure getting a deep watering though so this is good. :D

Tomorrow I have to re-pot a couple plants into something bigger and shower some stuff as well. I still want to sow some more seeds yet and get things ready to grow over the winter inside.

Yeah, I could use a Tylenol myself and some hot tea, instead of water. If only my bf was here to make it for me. :ha:

So I'm expecting to wake up to snow anyday now, and will take a shot when I do. Just hope it won't be until December...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 02:07 AM

I guess I should shut this down, or I will never even TRY to get to sleep. maybe if I shut up you will be able to wind it down too. So let's give it a try. Goodnight, will holler at you tomorrow! :03: ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 02:09 AM

G'night Janan! :waving:

Chat again soon...

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:20 AM

Good morning everyone. Sherry that's terrible about your thanksgiving cactus. I would be furious about that. I've had plants stolen before and I wouldnt know until a few days later. I'm going to see if Lowe's has any. Janan I was looking for a dragon fruit plant yesterday at a nursery. They had cuttings but they werent for sale and only had the larger ones for sale which were $59.99. I'm going to look in the grocery store and see if they sell some so I can grow them from seed.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 09:03 AM

Good morning Cameron, and everyone! :waving:

Yes, I'm very upset about my cactus Cam, and the person has been criminally charged actually, so they are not getting away with it. :D

It had grown and matured to a plant that would have been 60 bucks if it was in a nursery! :eek: The laundry room looks so bare without it there, after over four years of enjoying it in there. :(

Sad that some people have a strong sense of entitlement and think they have the right to covet other people's goods. http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

All I know is I sure miss my plant and I want it back! I doubt I will ever see it again but I guess I just hold out hope that I might. You never know.

In the meantime, I'm on the hunt for a beauty to 'replace' my other one, somewhat.

It's sunny, warm-ish, & beautiful here today. Going for a big long bikeride shortly. Hope everybody has a great Wednesday. ;)

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 09:06 AM

I'm glad that they are being charged criminally. That was one of the most beautiful cactus plants ive seen. I went to Lowes and got a small one for $3.98. It has magenta blooms and it has red blooms in the same pot so I guess its 2 plants lol.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 09:18 AM

Gosh, thanks Cam! ;) So nice of you to compliment my plant like that. It really was special and I cared for it well. I just hope whoever it was given to, will look after it like I did and keep it happy.

: (

I am grateful that I do have cuttings from it. Don't know why, but one day I just was struck with this feeling that I should take some cuttings. Now I know why, for sure. I would be extra sad if I had nothing from it at all, so this is a positive thing. :)

All the tenants (except for one rotten thief) enjoyed and loved my plants so much. After my cactus was robbed, a little over a week ago, I went and collected all of my potted plants, including the ones in the sunporch, and brought them all inside my apartment. I knew they would be stolen next, so I protected against it. :D

I've been keeping a low profile for now, but soon the tenants will ask me where all the plants have gone...and I will be telling them exactly what happened.

Very cool that you will try to grow one from seed, Cam. That should be interesting.

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 09:28 AM

Its terrible that one person can ruin it for everyone. Its really sad to stoop to stealing someones plants. Its good that you got cuttings from it at least. I'll post a picture of mine later. I'm cleaning up the house for Thanksgiving. I didnt see any dragon fruit in the store unfortunately

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 09:36 AM

I'd be wiling to share a piece of my dragon fruit, Cam, once it gets going. ;)

Yes it is sad that one bad apple spoils the whole barrel but I don't think this person will be residing here much longer, now that I've taken legal action. :)

When they are gone, I will once again put out the plants that have been here for many years and appreciated by decent people. ;)

Looking forward to seeing your picture soon, Cam. Good luck getting ready for the big day tomorrow. I guess I'm gonna go for a spin now. This is the last of the nice weather and I want to enjoy it while it lasts.

Be back soon...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 09:41 AM

Woops, I meant to say good luck getting ready for Thursday...not tomorrow! :ha:

Talk later...

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 09:49 AM

That would be wonderful Sherry. I would love to grow a piece of it or if it produces fruit i would love to grow it from seed. Thanks Sherry. Yeah I'm already exhausted and I have to help cook also lol

Willow87

11-23-2010, 10:14 AM

Here is a picture. There were the typical colors but I didnt see yellow unfortunately but this one is reddish and that's perfect.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38726&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38726)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38725&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38725)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 04:44 PM

Very very nice, Cam! :08: That red looks like it will be stunningly vibrant. Be sure to show it when it opens up...

No problem about the dragon fruit cutting. It looks like a fast grower so I'll send ya a piece in late winter to early spring from mine.

Janana, here's the string of pearl cutting I'll send you...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00174.jpg

Here's my baby burro's tail succulent too called "Burrito"....

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00172.jpg

It's growing roots in mid-air!!! :eek:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00167.jpg

I'm willing to share pieces of that one too. ;)

Here's a new baby spider plant I'll be removing from the mother plant. This one is a curly dwarf baby spider plant though, not the big massive ones...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00175.jpg

Someone from Minnesota sent it to me originally. :D

No such luck finding any different cacti today but I'm still looking. I'll let you's know by the end of the week...

So Jack...

Why so quiet? Must not be feeling better yet? :(

Or is Sally-anne keeping you too busy? :ha: Do let us know...

: )

Jack Daw

11-23-2010, 04:54 PM

So Jack...

Why so quiet? Must not be feeling better yet? :(

Or is Sally-anne keeping you too busy? :ha: Do let us know...

: )
No, actually I had to go to the birth certificate office to have her name changed to Sherry (she kept complaining about the Sally-anne). They argued that what kind of a name would be Sherry and asked me whether I was joking. I was not and they renamed her. Now it's much better. Although there's this strange, accent like sound each time I toss her from the stairs, but she's doing alright, whooah... Dunno where I could get another so pale to call Sherry. :ha:

Do you like the name, Holly? :ha::ha::ha:

Btw. school, women, school, work, women, friends... you know... life. :ha:

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 05:09 PM

you know... life. :ha:

I'm just glad to know you have one! :ha: I was beginning to wonder, Mr. 24/7 log-on! :eek:

No, actually I had to go to the birth certificate office to have her name changed to Sherry (she kept complaining about the Sally-anne).

Oh how sweet that you named your doll after me!!! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo4-2.gif

I am honored!, Jack ;)

I sure hope she's not jealous of our friendship.

So what are your plans tonight...and everyone elses? I don't know what I'm up to just yet...

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 05:32 PM

Hi Sherry that would be great! Your succulent plants are so pretty. I have Blue Spruce sedum growing in 2 pots. I love those plants and they are incredibly hardy.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 05:48 PM

Can you show a shot sometime of your Blue Spruce sedum, Cam? It sounds nice.

Thanks about my succulents...I am developing a thing for them. :08:

Here's a tri-colored variegated pink, green & white one from ShearMe (Zac) in Texas...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00179.jpg

It's still just tiny from being small cuttings but it is growing and it's becoming my favorite. :)

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 06:09 PM

Wow i love that little succulent. I've had these sedum for 2 years. Once I plant them in the ground, I think they will do better.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38732&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38732)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38731&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38731)

Jack Daw

11-23-2010, 06:42 PM

... hope she's not jealous of our friendship...
Yeah, but once she had the new name it was no longer as good as before. The name ruined her capabilities. :ha:

Willow87

11-23-2010, 06:42 PM

I also have this unknown plant. I thought it was a jade plant but it has fuzzy stems and some type of spike structures that look like a premature flower.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38736&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38736)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38735&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38735)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38737&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38737)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 07:12 PM

Yeah, but once she had the new name it was no longer as good as before. The name ruined her capabilities. :ha:

More like the new name enhanced her capabilities beyond anything in your wildest imagination, Jack! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Cam...

Those are totally gorgeous!!! I love that Blue Spruce one...what a beauty & thanks for sharing a
pic. :)

That fuzzy stemmed unknown one is nice too. ;)

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:14 PM

Thanks Sherry. It hasnt bloomed for me yet but I just like that its evergreen and has a blue color. I wish I knew what the unknown one is.

Jananas Bananas

11-23-2010, 07:15 PM

Here's my tri-colored succulent Sherry. It does not have scalloped edges like yours, and it is velvety. The others are slick, you can see a little bit of a baby airplane just off to the side too. Those burrow tail are cute, are they as blue as they photograph? I don't have any of that either.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38738&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38738)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38739&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38739)

Those are very pretty sedum Cameron. I have a tad bit of a different sedum in my fairy garden.

~JaNan

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:22 PM

Thanks Janan. Your succulent plants are so pretty. I had one that died last year that had blueish leaves and a red stripe in the middle. It was so unique but it didnt make it through the winter. I've always been a fan of Blue Spruce sedum. I got mine for 50 cents a piece and I they have made it through every type of weather.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 07:28 PM

You mean that Blue Spruce sedum will bloom too, Cam? :eek:

What color will the blooms be?

I love yours too, Janan! :waving: Very nice indeed.

Yes, oddly the burrito plant in the hanging basket has a truly bluish hue, identical to the shading in the shot I showed, but the other plant is more green. I cannot explain this but if you want I will send some cuttings from the blue kind, Janan.

You're welcome to my succulents too, Cam. ;)

But not you, Jack! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

I'm ordering some dinner in tonight and then I might take a trip over to the store to get a hanging basket of a Thanksgiving Cactus that's mostly white with slight pink staining. :08:

I called around again and it's the best I can get for now but it might be sort of nice to have something kind of different from my last one. I might go get it. I'm seriously considering it...

I just miss my other one so much and want it back, but I need something to cheer me up.

Gonna go post in my dinner thread...

If you don't hear from me but I'm still logged on, it means I'm eating and then going to the store but I'll be back later...

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:31 PM

I think the blooms are yellow. Which probably contrasts the blue. I hope mine blooms soon. I love the burros tail plant, its gorgeous. I like any type of sedum because of their hardiness. Its so sad about your plant, but you will have another one just as beautiful or even more so than the previous one. You did a great job with the first one.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 07:39 PM

Thanks so much, Cam! You're so nice and you have a way of making me feel better about it all. ;)

Yes, I am thinking that my new one will be just as gorgeous and maybe even moreso. Now I think I definitely might go pick it up tonight. It's pricey though but I cannot resist it since my other one is gone. :(

This one will be staying in my apartment, of course! :)

Ok, I'll stay signed on but I might not be back for awhile...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 07:46 PM

I just thought of something...

I'll bring the receipt for my new plant to court, and the judge may order that the thief reimburse me for it! :goteam:

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:46 PM

You're welcome Sherry. Good luck on your search and please post a picture of your newest one. I think thats a good idea to have it in your apartment. There was a thief around here in Plano that would dig up people's palm trees and plants and load them on his truck. I dont know if he ever got caught but you never know. I still have a few container plants outside but they stay outside all year. We are suppose to have our first real freeze Thanksgiving night so all my plants are indoors. Anyways good luck and I hope you find a really pretty one =)

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:47 PM

Good idea!

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 07:50 PM

Oh thanks Cam, and yes I'll be sure to show a shot of the new one.

Gotta go for now...

: )

P.S. That's horrible about that landscape thief. What a rotten bastard, to do something like that! Who do these people think they are anyway?! :eek:

Chat soon...

Willow87

11-23-2010, 07:56 PM

I look forward to seeing it so i can be wowed lol. Be careful Sherry. I dont know why people just stoop to that level its really sad.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 10:04 PM

:goteam: Oh I am so happy!!! :goteam:

Although I'll take a better shot tomorrow in the daylight, just look at what I picked up tonight...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00180.jpg

I'm in love with the pink centers!!! I kind of like it that it's slightly different than my last one but still as full and nice. Plus it's in a hanging basket! :D

What's even better is that I stopped at Wal-mart on the way home too and I saw they had about 20 little Thanksgiving cacti that had snow white blooms! :eek: They just got them in today! They were far cheaper than my new one but they were a lot smaller.

Unbelievably though, I didn't get one! I am so happy & satisfied with my new beauty that I am just going keep growing my cuttings from my other true white plant and be happy with that. I am so glad that someone finally got some in though. :)

So what do you guys think of my new plant? Of course you're all welcome to cuttings...

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 10:09 PM

Its beautiful Sherry! Great job picking it out. I'm so happy for you!

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 10:38 PM

Thanks, Cam! ;)

I'm just tickled that I got another one that's not too much smaller than my last one & certainly just as full. :D

It really was expensive though...maybe because it was in a hanging basket, but I've set the receipt aside to save and bring to court. ;)

This was definitely what I needed to cheer me up about what happened. It worked....
I am cheered! :ha:

Now I can watch a cactus bloom in my own living room! :08:

You know what would be pretty, is a pure white one mixed with your pure red one, Cam. Like a candy cane! :)

Between all of us, we've sure got some beauties. What do you think too Janan...do you like my new plant? :03:

I wonder if other places will be getting more in soon too. You guys have got me so excited about these darn cacti that I now want every color out there! :ha:

: )

Willow87

11-23-2010, 10:44 PM

Its definitely a beauty. I'm going to try to collect one each year (a different color) lol I need to catch some shut eye. I'm so happy for you Sherry and I know it will grow great for you

Night Night

Cam

The Hollyberry Lady

11-23-2010, 10:51 PM

Thanks again, Cam. You're a sweetheart. ;)

Hope you sleep well and we'll chat soon. Not to worry, I'll send ya some cuttings from my new one for sure. :waving:

G'night, Cam. Chat tomorrow...

Janan or anyone else, I'll be up awhile if you wanna talk ???

Be back with another pic soon...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 12:53 AM

Guess I'm gonna hit the hay soon but here's some more shots I took of my new cactus tonight...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00189.jpg

That's another one of my succulents in the hanging basket to the left of my cactus.

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00186.jpg

Also too, check out this huge new leaf that just developed from my Orinoco banana plant from Texas. It might not look like it but the thing is three feet long! :eek:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00191.jpg

: o

Ok, well g'night everyone! :waving:

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-24-2010, 12:58 AM

I'm here (kinda late I know). Had the lovely chore of cleaning out the refrigerator to make room for the Thanksgiving food.

Sherry that is beautiful. Is the the soft pink you have been looking for? It sure is thick! There must be 20 or 30 plants stuffed down in there!:woohoonaner:

~JaNan

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 01:11 AM

It's close but the one I saw before had solid baby pink blooms and I loved the pastel shading.

I fell in love with this new one also because the coloring was kind of unique with the very pinkish centers. The blooms look like silk and they're kind of shiny too.

Oh Janan, I'm so glad I have another one again. I was depressed with no cactus blooms. Yes, it sure is a full plant but my other one was too and it was only one plant that branched out and grew new shoots everywhere.

I'm just glad I don't have to wait many years for my cuttings to mature...I have an already mature plant again. :goteam:

I'm kind of tired now and I have to get up early, so unfortunately I must catch some Zzzzzz's now, Janan. I missed ya though, but glad you're getting things done to prepare for Thanksgiving.

That picture of your dinner in the dinner thread looked yummy, by the way! ;)

Sweet dreams...when and if you do finally get to sleep! :ha:

Thanks, about my new cactus. I will share if you want a slip or two. Chat again soon...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-24-2010, 08:23 AM

Good morning gang! :waving:

I noticed how shiny they were in your picture. I was in another part of town yesterday and stopped in at a couple of the big box stores. There were several other color selections of the cactus. I want a dark purple one, do they come in that color? I don't recall seeing it in the past.

Oh, Cameron I forgot to mention - you should be able to find dragon fruit at an Asian market in the produce section. I have been able to find the pink skinned fruit with the white flesh. The seeds are really easy to sprout, but mine didn't get beyond two or three weeks old so the babies are very tender.

Well, I will be popping in and out today - got lots to do before tomorrow! Later! ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 09:20 AM

Hey, Guys! :03:

Hope everyone's having a good day...

Yes Janan, the blooms are shiny, unlike others I've seen. Not sure why they are shimmery but I sure like it. :D

Dunno if they come in purple but I bet there is one out there somewhere. I've seen some pretty cool shades in the past. Good luck finding it and if you do...

:eek::eek::eek:

That would just be way too cool!

It's sunny and gorgeous here today...I've been up since 6:30 am! I hear we are getting snow on Friday or Saturday! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

I'm dreading it but have my mittens, scarf, and leather boots ready by the door. I hate it that I won't be able to bike for a few months. This really sucks! :(

Good luck getting ready for Thanksgiving tomorrow. I'm so jealous that you'lll all be gobbling turkey without me! :ha:

Jack, do you guys celebrate Thanksgiving ???

Janan, are ya making a turkey? :08:

Have great day, gang...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-24-2010, 10:36 AM

Yes, we are roasting a turkey. (And will be having a ham also) with all the fixin's. Fixin's will include dressing, gravy, corn pudding, green bean casserole, pea salad, blueberry muffins, frosted fresh whole cranberries, pumpkin and cream cheese pie. I'm sure there will be more but that's all I can think of just off the top of my head.

Don't be jealous Sherry, you and your Mom come on down to Texas for Thanksgiving with us. This is a formal invite! :) You can stop and see Zac and Cameron on the way back. Yeah, sounds like a plan! :woohoonaner: We will for sure have enough food!!!! ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 10:48 AM

I am so thrilled that you would actually invite my mom and I for dinner with you and your family! :D

That is just so nice Janan and if I had more notice and could work it out, I'd be there in a heartbeat! No doubt your feast will be fabulous! It sounds delicious! :goteam: I am so jealous...but in a good kind of way! :ha:

Oh boy, I hope you'll take some shots of it for the dinner thread...or even the Thanksgiving thread. ;)

I just took this shot a few minutes ago...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00196.jpg

Do you have help making all the food Janan...or do you do it all yourself? If I was there, I'd help you. :) I'd help you gobble it all down, as well! :ha:

Gonna go out for awhile just before noon, since the nice weather is coming to a quick end :eek:

It's sunny and gorgeous here today. :D

Gotta go get Henry's treat...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-24-2010, 10:57 AM

Your more than welcome anytime Sherry! I love having company. You should make plans for a Texas visit! I am serious as a heart attack! I might put you to work, gathering eggs from the chickens and helping me feed the horses. You have to earn your keep, you know! HA! HA! :ha:

Yes, Greg will be helping me. He is a fantastic cook and a great helper. The girls will do anything I ask them too also, but I will probably have everything ready by the time the kids get here. I'll try to remember to take pictures.

Greg thought I was crazy taking pictures last night and the night before of our supper. :) ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 11:15 AM

I would definitely earn my keep...no problem there! I would love to help out and see how things are done in Texas! You never know...I may get out your way someday soon. :0519:

I'm having some leftover Chinese food for lunch before I sneak out of here to go out for awhile. :ha:

Too funny about Greg thinking you're crazy for taking pics of your grub! I might take some tonight if I make something decent...

Not all of us can be gourmet chefs like Bob is. :08:

Well I gotta eat and then take off for a bit but be back later on...

Have a great afternoon, y'all!

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 04:23 PM

Good afternoon & good evening, fellow chatters! :waving:

Hope your day is going well. Not sure what's on the agenda for tonight but I may go shopping again! It's the time of year for spending and I am inspired! :ha:

Still need to get some replacements on my Christmas lights and a few more odds and ends. I might just show up with another cactus yet! :eek:

Here's a shot I took today of my Viente Cohol banana plant from Bob...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00205.jpg

It's really growing well for me. :D

This shot really shows the true color of my new cactus blooms, Cam & Janan...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00211.jpg

Hope you guys are ready for tomorrow...

: )

Willow87

11-24-2010, 04:26 PM

Hi Sherry! I love that thanksgiving cactus. I have to help my mom and sister with some of the cooking tonight. My sister and I are going to make homemade cheesecake with raspberry sauce on top. Its so good, and my mom is going to make some sweet potato pie. So I may be up late tonight lol

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 04:48 PM

This is hanging on my the inside of my door for Christmas, but it's kind of appropriate for Thanksgiving too...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00212.jpg

Hope you have fun cooking with your mom and sister, Cam. Sounds kinda fun. I love to cook with my mom. :)

Not sure what's for dinner tonight...maybe just something simple, Don't know if I'm going out yet or not...

: )

Willow87

11-24-2010, 04:51 PM

what a cute decoration. I'll try to have fun lol, right now its nearly 80 and doesnt feel like the holiday season lol. Tomorrow the temperature will drop throughout the day and we will have our first freeze. I have to remember to wrap all of the outside faucets :(

The Hollyberry Lady

11-24-2010, 05:22 PM

Oh don't remind me about freeze! :eek: Yuck! We're getting the white stuff in a couple days! :(

Guess I should throw something together for dinner soon...

: )

Jack Daw

11-24-2010, 05:43 PM

Oh don't remind me about freeze! :eek: Yuck! We're getting the white stuff in a couple days! :(

Guess I should throw something together for dinner soon...

: )

You've been getting lots of white stuff recently over there, ay, Holly? :D

Blake09

11-24-2010, 11:45 PM

Hi all. :)

we made it to Ohio safely and I took some good mountain pictures. Good to see you back Jack-be-little! :). It is gona be a long night at this hotel because it seems that tranes go by every hour.

drew leonard

11-25-2010, 07:47 AM

Hey Sherry, I was at Lowes yesterday and they had a Christmas Cactus that had really dark Fucia colored blooms! Is that what you would consider a "Thanksgiving Cactus"

You got to admit that Mr. Jack had a pretty funny one there about the "snow"!

Happy Gardening!
Happy Thanksgiving!

Drew

Jack Daw

11-25-2010, 08:18 AM

You got to admit that Mr. Jack had a pretty funny one there about the "snow"!
Yeah, I'm patiently expecting her witty reply. :ha:

Willow87

11-25-2010, 12:38 PM

Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I wanted to post some pictures of my Thanksgiving cactus
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38810&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38810)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38809&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38809)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38808&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38808)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38807&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38807)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-26-2010, 10:07 AM

Hi Gang! :03:

Sorry, but I've been kinda busy lately...

Wow Cam, that is such a pretty cactus flower!!! ;) It's like a tangerine color! I've never seen that one before. Totally unique and special. Thanks for sharing.

Hope you guys had a terrific Thanksgiving. Be sure to tell me all about the great food you ate and all the fun you had. :D

I took this shot early this morning of the Thames River stream across from where I live...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00217.jpg

Hope you guys have a great weekend! :)

: )

Willow87

11-26-2010, 10:15 AM

Hi Sherry, thanks!. I had a great Thanksgiving. I tried something different with the fruit salad, by using fresh fruit lol. My favorite was the dressing my mom and sister made, but out of the desserts my sister's cheesecake was the best. I made raspberry sauce to go with it.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-26-2010, 10:31 AM

Gosh Cam...that sounds absolutely scrumptious!!! :eek:

My mouth is watering and I'm drooling! :ha:

Sounds like you had a great time with your family and ate lots of terrific food. I love cheesecake and I make it homemade. That raspberry sauce sounds divine!!! :D

Yeah, your cactus is really pretty. I like it because it's not like the usual kinds you see everyday. Very different. Wonder what Janan will think...

I don't know what I'm up to today yet because we're supposed to get flurries all day long and they're supposed to start soon! :eek: Yuck!

What are your plans for the weekend, everyone? Think I'll be making a snowman! :ha:

: )

Willow87

11-26-2010, 10:37 AM

Yes it was good, this is the second Thanksgiving where she has made homemade cheesecake and its the best i have had compared to the boxed ones LOL. We had our first freeze here, although the only plant that is wilting is the one hibiscus that I couldnt bring inside. (Dont tell Cheryl lol) I'm helping a friend put up her christmas tree tomorrow, but other than that nothing else LOL

The Hollyberry Lady

11-26-2010, 04:16 PM

Gosh, is it time to put up the tree already?! :eek:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ce.gif

I can't believe that Christmas is around the corner!

Nope, we won't tell Cheryl about your Hibiscus plant, Cameron! :ha:

Well, they lied again, but this time I'm happy about it! :D It did not snow yet and I'm hoping it
won't. :08:

By the way...

Has anyone else noticed the annoying new changes to photobucket?! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

What's with that blasted music that plays everytime you load a pic? :(

Any way to shut it off so it never plays again? Gawd I hate it, and sometimes my volume is up real loud and it scares the crap out of me! :ha:

Who approves of these changes, anyway?! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

It might not be snowing but it's fricken freezing! :coldbanana:

Not sure what the plans are for tonight...kind of playing it by year and seeing what happens...

: )

Willow87

11-26-2010, 05:05 PM

Yeah, its usually a tradition in my family to put the tree up after Thanksgiving dinner but not this year lol. I'm glad you wont tell Cheryl, she would be so ashamed of me lol

The Hollyberry Lady

11-26-2010, 05:15 PM

LoL Cam. I think Cheryl's pretty nice and she would understand. :ha:

I don't know when I'll put up a tree...or if I even will! :eek:

Some years I don't, if I'll be away. This year we're having Christmas at my mom's and she's putting up a tree so I might not.

I have a large beautiful reindeer that's lights up and is meant for indoors, so I will likely just light him up on a table, in replacement of the tree! :ha:

Then again...

I've been known to change my mind! :goteam:

I gotta get something for dinner soon, but not sure what...

Are you having leftovers, Cam? Wish I was! :ha:

: )

Willow87

11-26-2010, 06:10 PM

That sounds like a nice idea Sherry. Yes I'm so full now. I ate some leftovers and then some more cheesecake. I'll probably be 100 lbs heavier after this LOL.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-26-2010, 06:26 PM

Someone was saying in another thread that the average Thanksgiving meal is 3500 calories!!! :eek:

That's like three days worth of food in one sitting!

: o

I guess it's good we don't eat it everyday then, eh? :ha: We'd be as fat as the turkey!

Goofing around with the camera today and took this shot of one of my pictures on the wall...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00249.jpg

I sure am liking my new camera a lot, and am happy I got it. :D I gotta get a carrying case for it still but haven't seen a nice enough one yet. Still looking...

Don't know if my girlfriends might show up tonight for some chess. I'm kind of in the mood...

Anyone else play chess? We could play online sometime. :waving:

Be prepared to get your !%$ kicked though! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Where's Janan? :03:

: )

Willow87

11-26-2010, 06:33 PM

I wouldnt doubt that at all lol. Its very rich food. It makes me really sleepy too lol

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 12:47 AM

Yeah Cam, I think everyone takes a big nap after Thanksgiving, Easter, & Christmas dinner! :ha:

So how are you guys doing tonight? It's gonna be a late one for me...I can just tell. Had apple pie and ice cream at my mom's earlier tonight...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00266.jpg

So now I'm wired on sugar! :eek:

I finally got the right Christmas lights today and my trellis is lit up once again...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00261.jpg

I keep it lit all year long but I added some extra lights because it's Christmas soon and I wanted it to be really shiny and sparkly. White lights are my favorite and I think they look classy and elegant. I love a house done with nothing but white lights. :)

So here's my mom's small breed (not dwarf) Holland Lop bunny 'Buttons'...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00291.jpg

Just look at those big thumper feet and that cute little black cotton tail...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00301.jpg

Henry wasn't with us tonight because it was kind of late and he was going 'nite nite' but Buttons is nocturnal and was just coming to life later in the evening. Here's his play area and a box my mom cuts holes for him to run in and out of with tissue paper in it. He just loves it...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00276.jpg

Here he is eating rice crispies from my mom's hand. He's nuts about them...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00281.jpg

He's spoiled rotten and gets fresh organic fruits & veggies daily...plus his hay and pellets...not to mention assorted varieties of flavorful nuts too!

Kind of a dark shot but it shows him up on his hind legs getting a treat from my mom. You can see he's made a mess of everything and has pieces of torn tissue paper everywhere! :ha:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00284.jpg

Here's an accent lamp I bought for my mom last year...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00274.jpg

Just thought I'd show all the pics I took tonight at her place next door. :D

Janana, are you still up? How was your Thanksgiving? Hope you enjoyed your feast with your family. Sorry I missed out. :(

I wish someone had taken a shot of their turkey...

NO, not their husband! :ha:

I meant the bird! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Hope you guys are having a great weekend so far. :bananas_b

Just remember...

GARDENING FOREVER....HOUSEWORK WHENEVER! :ha:

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-28-2010, 12:57 AM

Beautiful pictures! I just love your Mom's bunny. He is a cutie pie! And the lamp you got for her is beautiful. I have one room in my house that I have decorated in Victorian type things. Maybe I can take some shots for you.

Yes, I am still up. Had a busy day today dragging out the Christmas decorations. Got the tree up and decorated and a few things outside done. It's not all finished yet, but I got a good start on it. I will post some pictures for you somewhere. As soon as I can load them and find the appropriate thread. HA! HA!

~JaNan

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 01:23 AM

Thanks Janan...he sure is adorable but the pics don't really do him justice. He's so silky and soft and my mom keeps him brushed everyday...which he loves, of course.

Oh yes, I'd love to see your pics Janan. Thanks. ;) So many threads...who knows where to post anything anymore! :ha:

I bought some really good toffee today, made with Brazil nuts, but I'm sugared up enough from the pie so I'll try it tomorrow.

Great you got up your tree, Janan. I saw these adorable little 3 feet tall ones today that were real. Even though I said I wouldn't put up a tree, I want one! :eek:

I might have to go back and get one...

So they keep telling us it'll snow but it doesn't. Not that I'm complaining but just get it over with already! :eek:

It feels cold enough for it at this point. Brrrrrrrr.

Have you been on the hunt for a purple cactus, Janan?

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-28-2010, 01:41 AM

I haven't been plant shopping since before Thanksgiving. I was too busy getting ready for that.

I have some tiny trees that I put up all over the house. I love decorating for Christmas. I love the lights. I try to find decorations for all the holidays with lights. It just makes everything so cheerful. Here's a tiny tree that I have on one of my plant tables that has the little mini white lights and of all things Hollyberries!!! :woohoonaner:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38866&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38866)

The other thing with lights is a large Mason jar with potpourri in it. The lights heat up the potpourri and makes everything smell nicely. I will get a close up of it tomorrow and put it into the gift ideas thread. They are pretty easy to make. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 01:56 AM

Such a pretty shot, Janan! :D

I enjoy lights just like you as well, and love white ones in the garden even. That's why I like my trellis because I can keep it lit all year. I agree about them being cheerful...eye candy. :goteam:

I'll show you my beautiful LED snowflake lights when I get them hung. They're truly beautiful. My mom has the LED stars. ;)

I'm looking forward to reviving my Christmas thread soon...

Not sure what's going on tomorrow since I can tell I'll be up half the night. I'm just sad that my biking days are coming to an end. It's just getting too bloodey cold out now. :(

I love the hollyberries Janan...needless to say. I saw at Home Depot recently, that they had little holly trees with berries on them. They were only small trees and they only had a few berries but they were cute and ornamental in decorative pots. Knowing me, I'll have one before long. :ha:

I'm wondering if tomorrow will be the day we wake up to snow coverage. :eek: My beautyberry and hollyberry shrubs will be beautiful with a snowy background. An excuse to take more pics,
of course! :ha:

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-28-2010, 02:06 AM

All my little trees are fake ones but they are cute. I have bought the small real ones though I haven't bought any this year yet. I have a rosemary in a side garden that is a monster. They always have those trimmed and decorated as little Christmas trees here. I don't know if I have seen any little holly trees. Those sound really cute!. Oh, I meant to mention to you, I did see a wreath made of nothing but different succulents. I examined it closely and they just stuck the stems down into florist moss that was wired into a wreath shape. Very cute but very expensive! I don't know if they would root and look nice for a long time or shrivel up and die. But that could be something that could be done in all sorts of shapes and things.

I love your trellis too. Is it an inside or outside decoration, or both? ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 02:33 AM

At one time Janan, that trellis stood against a wall in my garden and grew cantaloupe melons on it!!! :eek:

In the pic in this thread though, it is indoors, and it stands tall, directly behind my couch, to add to the sort of garden theme of my living room...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/200.jpg

My tree is fake too Janan, so don't worry. ;) I just love it when I see real ones though and I always want one. I can imagine those little ones I saw, plastered with white lights everywhere. Gorgeous! :D

Tomorrow night I'll get a shot of this gorgeous tree in someone's living room! :eek:

I'm not being a voyeur :ha: because they have it in the window for all to see with the drapes drawn wide open. It's simply gorgeous!

Plus too, I'll take some pics of these three houses near me that pollute their homes with Christmas lights...to the degree that would put Chevy Chase's place in 'Christmas Vacation' to shame!!! :ha:

I'll get some live footage so you can hear the music they play too. It's pretty wild. :08:

Gonna revive my Christmas thread...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-28-2010, 02:47 AM

I have a room that I call my fantasy room. It has all sorts of fairies, dragons, wizards, and my Harry Potter collection in it. It has my little white lights in it too. If I could use them as regular lights in the house I would! HA! HA! :ha: Is that a stained glass fountain on the coffee table? I really like the curly variegated plant in the bird bath! Looks like you love butterflies like I love fairies. :)

I guess I'd better shut this off. It will take me another hour to wind down enough to sleep. but I'd better get started or I never will. ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 03:05 AM

Sorry Janan, I was posting in my Christmas thread from last year...

Nope, it's not a fountain, it's a mosaic glass pillar candle holder...but I do have a three level fountain too that looks like plant pots pouring into each other. Henry tries to take a bath in it though so I've turned it off for now. :ha:

I'm so glad you like the curly variegated dwarf spider plant in the bird bath. It was sent to me from someone in the US and it just so happens I have a few babies growing off of it right now...that can be shared! ;) It is truly unique and special and it stays fairly small. It's very curly and reminds me of a wig once it gets going.

G'night, Janan! :waving: Hope you sleep well. Chat tomorrow. I might be up awhile yet...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 12:15 PM

Good afternoon, Members! :waving:

I was goofing around with the camera again and just look at how shimmery & shiny the blooms are on this crappy overcast day...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00326.jpg

Maybe you'll like this succulent, Janan and Cam? It turns bright fluorescent pink in spring & summer with a tinge of grey on the leaves as well. It's a real beauty, but it's not so vibrantly colored this time of year...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00354.jpg

Here's the top...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00357.jpg

Here too, is another beautiful succulent that you guys may be interested in. I just love it...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00360.jpg

Here's the curly dwarf baby spider plant I can share with you, Janan...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00362.jpg

Hope you guys have are having a great Sunday, so far. :waving:

No snow, so it's a good one here. :ha:

: )

Jack Daw

11-28-2010, 12:52 PM

Good afternoon, Members! :waving:

You know, member "The Hollyberry Lady", I don't know if you can get any colder than that. ;)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 01:02 PM

Lol Jack! :ha:

So how are you today? Any snow yet?

I am dreading the day! :eek:

Not sure what the temp is here this afternoon, but I might try to sneak in a bikeride if I can, later.

Gonna take some more shots to post soon...

What are you up to today, Jack? No salsa dancing? Guess Sally-anne is busy? http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

I was thinking about what to make for lunch today and might just see what my mom's having and try to mooch some. :ha:

So Jack, do you think my new camera takes a pretty good shot? I might get a real nice camera like Mitchel's, for Christmas! :D

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 01:34 PM

Oh and by the way Bob...

If you happen to be checking out this thread later, after the football game, here is that beautiful needle palm you sent me...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00366.jpg

:D

Jack Daw

11-28-2010, 02:44 PM

Not much, lots of work, lots of problems, lots of thinking to do and way too little time.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 02:57 PM

Sounds like the story of many people Jack, but sorry to hear you're having a tough time right now...I am too. :(

So, are you at least recovered from being sick? Sure hope so. I hate being sick, and haven't been really ill for a number of years now, thankfully. :D

I have so many things to do also to get ready for Christmas, because my mom says that family might be coming down for the holidays. Oh joy, Oh bliss! (sarcasm) :ha:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/merry1.png

Hoping it might just end up my mom and I...with no visitors. Sounds like a grinch, I know, but my aunt is married to a mean old grump who will spoil the whole season for everyone! :eek: Maybe they'll only come for a short time...let's hope.

Well Jack, you once offered your services to listen to my troubles & woes, so you can feel free to cry on my shoulder as well. :) Life isn't always a bowl of cherries, but the bad times do eventually pass.

Took a shot just now, of the awesome Orinoco banana plant that Zac sent me last year. Gonna post it in the 'what is this' thread, but I'll show it here when I get it loaded...

Hope things improve for ya, Jack. Don't worry, they will. ;)

: )

Jack Daw

11-28-2010, 03:11 PM

Nah, it's not that I would have any problems per say, it's just an absolute lack of time to sort some issues in my head that makes them seem like a problem.
I'm well now, no illnesses, no flus, not a single cough these days.

Although there's lots of snow outside, so I guess my mind will be really worried these next few months.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 03:22 PM

I wish I could stop thinking, busy or not! My mind is always active and part of the reason why I find it difficult to settle down at night to rest. Can never seem to shut down completely. http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo2.gif

Are you sure you're not just lonely for Sally-anne, Jack? Woops, I mean Sherry? http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Good to hear you're all better. This makes things more pleasant, undoubtedly. :)

Here's a shot of Zac's Orinoco banana plant as of five minutes ago...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00368.jpg

That's Bob's Viente Cohol banana plant in behind it. Zac's plant has a 3' tall p-stem and 2 pups at it's base. Here they are...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00370.jpg

I'm hoping it might flower for me next year! :goteam:

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 04:17 PM

After pm-ing briefly with Jack, I am now going to take another picture of something I think Janan might like...

I know you love variegated stuff. Let me know when you're around...Cam, you too! :waving:

Be right back...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 04:36 PM

Ok here it is, Janan & Cam...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00371.jpg

It's my variegated rubber plant. ;)

: )

Jack Daw

11-28-2010, 05:27 PM

Mine's bigger. :08:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38877&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38877)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 05:45 PM

Jack, yours is beautiful!!! :goteam:

Neat that you have one too! :D

Yup, mine is only young yet but I'm going to re-pot it this evening and get it into something bigger...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 05:47 PM

By the way Jack...

Do you know how this plant is propagated? Will leaf cuttings root?

: )

Jack Daw

11-28-2010, 06:03 PM

By the way Jack...

Do you know how this plant is propagated? Will leaf cuttings root?

: )
I don't really know, but I doubt it will set seed or anything like that. :) So it's the only alternative. Leaf propagation is one of the most difficult ones. It is slow and painstaking, but in the case of this plant well worth the time. :08:

Bob

11-28-2010, 06:11 PM

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 06:43 PM

Thank you Bob...stranger! :ha:

It would sure be nice to chat with you here more...you know you're my favorite! ;)

Yeah, the palm looks awesome, eh? I love it and can't wait to plant it outside in Springtime...

Thanks Jack! No worries...I can root just about anything! :D Your plant sure is healthy and gorgeous, and I can't wait for mine to get that big too.

This is for you, Janan...

YouTube - MOV00372 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdzplnGsq3I)

It's my little acrylic moon that changes colors with an LED light inside! :08: You love lights so I thought you'd enjoy it. It's hangs in my window all year long...

You can also hear Henry chatting throughout the whole video but you might need headphones to hear it, at first he's saying "hi Nana" (my mom) and then "ouch" followed by "naughty naughty beak' and 'no biting, no biting' and then "ok", then "shoosh" along with 'Henry' and then something about "naughty little bird". I think he says 'mommies Buttons' at the end. :ha:

Also too this little masaic glass lantern is in my bathroom window with a candle in it...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00373.jpg

Here's how it looks with the lightS off...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00374.jpg

I light it all year round too.

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 07:08 PM

Bob, I just pm'ed ya...

Give me a call around 8pm if you're around and we'll chat. I'll turn up the ringer on the phone. :ha:

Or we can use my long distance minutes and I can call you ???

Talk soon...

: )

Willow87

11-28-2010, 07:46 PM

Wow Sherry thats a beautiful rubber plant. I had a huge rubber tree that was about 4 feet tall but I lost it in a late frost.

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 07:52 PM

Willow87

11-28-2010, 09:20 PM

Thanks Sherry I really appreciate that. I had an alright day today. How about you?

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 10:05 PM

It's been good, Cam. Kinda quiet. I was just on the phone with my mom for awhile.

Are you around too, Janan? Hope you saw the video I made for ya...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

11-28-2010, 10:57 PM

Well I was up so late last night that it might be time for me to hit the hay early tonight for a
change. ;)

Hope everyone had a great night. It sure was nice chatting today a bit. Talk again soon...

G'night! :waving:

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-28-2010, 11:26 PM

Rats! I guess I missed you. Had some things I had to do before I could chat without distractions. If you happen to glance this way before you go to bed, I just wanted to say hi! Hope you can get some good sleep tonight! :waving:

~JaNan

ShearMe

11-29-2010, 01:51 AM

Just poppin in to say hi for a sec, been busy busy busy...

Henry sounds too funny sherry! :D

Willow87

11-29-2010, 12:16 PM

Hi Sherry and everyone. I went to another Lowe's today and found a Thanksgiving cactus that has 2 colors. The top of the flower is a pale yellow and the bottom is pink. I'll be sure to post pictures when it opens more. Right now its hard to tell. Some blooms look more pink.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38902&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38902)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38901&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38901)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38900&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38900)

Bob

11-29-2010, 07:30 PM

Well Gang, I'm back...

Thanks for the call, Bob! :waving:

As it turns out, Bob has to get up real early tomorrow so he called a little bit ago, but we could only chat for 15 minutes. :(

It was long enough though for me to discover that my good old New Jersey pal is three sheets to the wind on this Sunday Autumn evening! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Guess the beer's going down well tonight, eh Bob? Oh yeah, you have things to do and won't be able to join us anymore tonight. Likely more beer-drinking to do! :ha:

: )

For your info smarty I was only 2 sheets to the wind when you decided you needed to bother me!:ha:..........and it happened to be Laphroig 15 year old single malt! Get it straight . I had to get up for my other hobby which I can't mention here anymore at 4 am so I was planning on going to bed very early and in great preparation....

Thanks for letting everyone know!: Guess pm's are now out of the question too since you've taken the "P " out of them. Go sit on an egg and see if it hatches!:ha: ( knowing your luck it probably will!!!!:ha:)

The Hollyberry Lady

11-29-2010, 10:02 PM

For your info smarty I was only 2 sheets to the wind

Pardon me Bob...I was a sheet off! :ha:

Just knew you were half cut, that's all! http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

I think that's the real reason why you had to get off the phone so quickly...because you couldn't keep up with the conversation...not because you had to get up early! :D

Your other hobby you can't mention here ???

Oh you mean knitting ?! :eek:

It's ok Bob, lots of guys knit...

just not doillies! :ha::ha::ha:

We're working on you knitting something a little more masculine though, aren't we? http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/emo1.gif

Nice to see you quit being a snob and decided to post...finally. Let the real fun begin...

Janan! :waving:

Sorry I missed you last night, girl! I saw your pics though. :08: Hope you're around tonight. Did you see the video I made for you with Henry chatting up a storm ???

Zac! :03:

Great you stopped in to say Hi! I think you posted in the 'what kind is this' thread about your banana plant that's growing great for me here. I love that thing! :0517:

Nice to 'see' you again and hope things are well for you. :)

Cam! :waving:

I see you picked up another gorgeous beauty! Thanks for posting a shot for us. You're geting as obsessed as Janan and I are! :ha:

Jack...

I found out that the variegated rubber plants we have are best propagated by air layering, but that cuttings will also root in a soil-less medium also. ;)

So who's around tonight ???

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-29-2010, 10:43 PM

Hi Sherry! :waving: I'm here. Yes, I did see your changing color moon. That is very pretty. I love stuff like that. And fiber optics. I have a 3 foot tall fiber optic Christmas tree and Santa Claus and Angel that changes color like that. Oh, and a winter skating scene too. :)

That little Henry is one smarty pants! How old is he and when did he start talking for you? Did you get him when he was a baby?

~JaNan

The Hollyberry Lady

11-29-2010, 11:08 PM

Hi Janan! :waving:

So great you're here. I was posting in my new 'camera talk' thread...

Glad you saw the video and I can't wait to see your stuff too...it all sounds so lovely. I have a fiber optic little house with colored lights all around it...even the stairs leading up to the house light up! It's so cute. When I get it out, along with my reindeer, I'll show ya. ;)

Yup, I got Henry when he was only a few months old as a little fledgling...he's a little over four years old now. He really is super intelligent and my mom calls him an "astute little professor"...no doubt he'll be saying this in no time too! :ha:

He repeats things I didn't even know he heard and he makes me laugh so hard sometimes with the things he blurts out. His voice is loud too, not quiet when you're in the room with him. Tonight he was saying "you're an adorable little bird boy" over and over. It was just hilarious.

He said his first word when he was between 6-8 months old but he was very very shy at first and needed a lot of encouraging. He was embarrassed that he wasn't saying things right and would often hide his head inside this little cave-like bowl I had for him. He would only chat if his head was inside the bowl and then he'd look out fast to see if I heard him or if I was watching. My mom and I totally encouraged him and excitedly repeated everything he said, which made him talk even more.

Now, I can't shut him up! :ha:

He's not one bit shy anymore and talks from morning until night. :eek:

Because he's so smart though, he gets bored easily and wants me to sit and teach him new words and phrases. He perches on my finger and presses his beak against my lips while I talk...totally captivated and mesmerized. He could sit for a half hour just listening to me and taking it all in. He's one quick learner and I've heard him say new words within 24 hours of learning them for the first time! He's an expert mimic and nothing stumps him.

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-29-2010, 11:30 PM

I am so impressed! My Grandmother used to have budgies, but they never spoke. She was told they had to have their tongues split before they would talk. She would never do that as it was cruel. I don't know if that was true or not, but that is what people believed in those days. :(

I am very tired tonight and my eyes are not staying open, so I guess I'd better get ready for bed while I am in this "mode". Maybe I can get a Loooong nights sleep tonight. So, I hate to cut our conversation off so early, but I think I am going to hit the hay! Good night all! ~J :03:

The Hollyberry Lady

11-29-2010, 11:49 PM

Nope, I totally understand Janan...when you're tired, you're tired. Hope you sleep well and we'll chat again soon, no doubt! ;)

Amazing what they thought in those days! :eek: Budgies become what the owner makes them become. You truly get out what you put in with them. Henry is spoiled and I pay him tons of attention. This is why he's such a chatter box.

Your grandmother's budgies were more than capable of speaking...but she didn't know it so she didn't teach them or encourage them, or else they would have.

It is true though that budgies that are kept singly as opposed to being kept with other birds, will be better talkers and will try to impress their human companion more with talk instead of chirping and bird sounds.

Very cool indeed.

G'night Janan. :03:

If anyone else is around, feel free to say hi if you're bored...

I am worried about Howard..."Saltydad". I haven't seen him logged on in a long time. :( I sure hope things are ok...

Chat soon, gang. :waving: Guess I'll post for a bit...

: )

Jananas Bananas

11-30-2010, 11:43 AM

Morning! (though it is nearly afternoon) :ha:

Went plant window shopping yesterday, may be why I was a pooped pup last night! I picked up some succulent leaves off the floor and brought them home and put them in some starting medium. (always ask first! They have always said yes to me - they are just going to sweep them up and throw them away, but they can't say you are stealing if you ask) We shall see how they do. A couple were pretty wrinkled up from drying out.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38933&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38933)

I really like that little skinny one. It looks like a teensy dragon fruit. I forgot the name - it was native to Rio I think. I'll write it down when I go back. There is a Jade and Kalanchoe and a couple of little oval leaves too.

~JaNan

The Hollyberry Lady

11-30-2010, 02:07 PM

Check out this cool optical illusion! Looks like the image is moving but it's not! :eek:

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/ridiculous191.jpg

Cool Janan..nice shot! :waving:

Great that you were able to 'snag' a few cuttings that'll likely root easily for you. :08: I've got a few myself using the same method. :ha:

Here's a shot I took today showing one of my 'sticks on fire' succulent cuttings rooting and you can see my blurred dragon fruit cutting in the front also taking off for me now...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00402.jpg

Janan, if you're interested in the 'sticks on fire' succulent, here's a shot from the internet to show what it's like...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/sticksonfire-1.jpg

Bob sent me like 10 cuttings and they're all rooting for me now, so if you or Cam would like one, let me know...

Was gonna stop and look at cameras when I was out earlier but it was miserable out so I just came right home. Now I'm sipping on green tea...

: )

Willow87

11-30-2010, 02:15 PM

Hi Sherry and Janan.

Nice cuttings. I need to take a picture of my Candelabra tree. Its huge. I just hate the needles on it, but its my most hardy plant. I took a cutting of it last year for my sister to have her own and its 2 feet tall now. I wanted to take a pic of the newest Thanksgiving cactus. I cant tell if its peach or yellow but it has pink mixed in it.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=38936&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=38936)

Jananas Bananas

11-30-2010, 02:39 PM

Hi Cameron! That is a really pretty combination on your cactus! I like it a lot. I found a couple of different colors yesterday that I will probably go back and get - maybe this afternoon. One is a VARIEGATED leaf with they are saying red bloom (it only had the buds no open blooms). The other was get this Sherry, a purple (not dark though) with a pink tint to it. Kind of like Magenta but a little more purple. Not the dark hot pink color - totally different. Hope it is still there when I go back. I really have to talk myself into buying things, not just plants, but anything - so sometimes I miss things that I want because of this. :(

Sherry or Cameron, why not start a Succulent and Cactus thread. We can post all of our pictures there! Oh Sherry, I do love the sticks of fire. I do not have any of that. Does it change color in the sun? :) ~J

The Hollyberry Lady

11-30-2010, 02:52 PM

Yeah it does change color in the sun, Janan! Just like the mature one in the pic.

I'll start a succulent thread and show shots of more of the cuttings I have to share. Good idea Janan and I've been thinking about some other threads too, but we'll see...

I can easily share the 'sticks on fire' cuttings with you guys because Bob was so generous...as usual. ;)

I'll start the thread momentarily. Have to give my bf a call in a few minutes.

Cam, that is so pretty. I just love it. We'll share cuttings and seeds real soon..maybe next week! :D

Chat soon, gang...

: )

Willow87

11-30-2010, 02:53 PM

Thanks Janan. Next year I'm going to get one that has white blooms on it. I think starting a cacti and succulent thread would be great. I didnt know there was a variegated thanksgiving cactus, wow i bet that is beautiful!

The Hollyberry Lady

11-30-2010, 03:13 PM

Ok, I started the thread and here's the link...

http://www.bananas.org/f8/succulents-cacti-13041.html\

Janan...get your butt to the store and pick up those cacti! :ha: They sound awesome.

Cam, I know of a store that got in the pure white onea for $2.99 each! I can get you one no problem. They're in four inch pots and not expensive at all. Then you won't have to wait until next year.

I'll stay logged on but gotta go call my bf for a bit...

: )

Willow87

11-30-2010, 04:37 PM

That's alright Sherry you dont have to that. I appreciate the thought anyways :)

drew leonard

11-30-2010, 04:57 PM

JaNan,

All of those will make it. I have been growing cactus and succulents for a good while and all those are in fine shape!

Good job for asking the clerks! They probably don't think twice about it!

Drew

The Hollyberry Lady

11-30-2010, 05:26 PM

Well Cam, I just might get it for you anyways! ;)

They're only small and would be easy to send to you...plus it would be an excuse to get one for me too! :ha:

I'll let ya know...

Here's my Jade I took a shot of tonight...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2nd%20album/DSC00407.jpg

It started out as a few insignificant small pieces sent from Oklahoma...but look at it now! :eek:

I love succulents and sedums and find they are as easy as pie to grow. I've got them all over my
apartment! :D

I like adding them to already existing pots to make them look more appealing and attractive, and I especially like brightly colored and cheerful ones.

That bright pink one you have Janan, is outstanding! :goteam:

So what's everyone up to tonight? I think I'm just gonna hang out and take more pictures tonight...

: )