Pantone decrees
Radiant Orchid
For the New Year.
And everyone obeys.
Wall paint. Evening gowns.
Advertising. And jewelry.
I laugh.
I’ve had Radiant Orchid
On my window sill
For years.
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Linda's Bead Blog & Meanderings 
Your orchid is way more beautiful than Pantone’s (Insipid imo) colour choice. Just because they called it radiant doesn’t mean it is radiant lol.
I dislike their color choice this year too.
LOL! I wish I could keep orchids alive. . .or any plant for that matter.
Actually, I’ve got some lemon seeds that sprouted (on purpose) that are so pretty in my windowsill. . .and then there’s the potato eyes that also sprouted the other day (NOT purposely done!) in my pantry. 😦
I’ve never tried sprouting lemon seeds. That’s cool. Unfortunately we do a good job with potato eyes too – an onion and garlic sprouts as well. lol!
I love it, Linda! I like your version oh so much better than Pantone’s!
Yes, radiant orchid. I like YOUR radiant orchid much better than Pantone’s displays!
Oh my gosh I love this so much!!! You rule!!! jean
Your orchid is beautiful!! You were way ahead of Pantone!
Lovely photo of your orchid. I am envious of those with a talent for growing things, especially orchids.
You are so ahead of the times, Miss Linda! I think it is funny to see that color popping up everywhere as soon as they decree it. Oddly enough I find myself unconsciously reaching for it in my own wardrobe and on my beading table! Thank you for joining in the 30 Words challenge! Enjoy the day! Erin
What a gorgeous orchid. Mother nature sure knows how to decorate!
Your original poem really struck a chord with me. The entire Pantone system has me befuddled. I always loved all shades of purple and fuchsia.
So true! Pantone asks a panel of artists and designers to come up with the “It” color and everyone falls in line. I think knowing the Pantone report is kind of like having a secret decoder ring.
LOL!