Live from Quito - It is Valentine's 2008: Super Tuesday

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Super Tuesday

It just occurred to me that I had become almost oblivious to events in the USA, and early this morning before going to bed I watched a little Larry King hosting the primary returns. That put me to sleep right away. I also realized I had not seen a Super Bowl in six years.

Last night went much smoother than I had anticipated, with most farms showing up on time, and almost dropping off one after the other. Denmar continues to amaze with punctuality and correct numbers. Beautiful mixed colors arrived from Florecal and Agrirose continues to fulfill their Classy commitment, and with the sunny weather in the south they look really velvety, and at the correct cutting point. Nevado roses delivered the Classy's that Peter ordered, as well as their huge 130-140cm Forever Youngs

, which are packed in an impressive unique box.

Even though all the roses have been fresh, I still had to reject roses last night, much to my chagrin, but some farms, in a rush to fulfill their commitments are not hydrating the roses in an appropriate manner. These arrive soft and simply will not ship in a satisfactory condition. Roses have to hydrate for a minimum of four hours, and really need 12 hours to be properly stabilized.

As production is tight I could almost hear Peter saying "No, no, no" all the way from Miami, but I had no choice.

Red roses are in tight supply in Ecuador and Colombia, and so I think we are set for a good Valentine's as Peter has acquired a fair-sized amount of these, especially considering the trying conditions. It is worth noting that the only way to get the quantity of flowers that we need for this holiday, we have to start buying and shipping over a period of several days. There are no farms, trucks or aircraft in Ecuador big enough to produce and move everything in one or two days.

Some colors are loosening up, but time is running out to get them to the USA. However, Peter and I are monitoring the situation, and if you sell out we shall react accordingly.

# posted by Mayesh International @ 4:59 AM

Comments:

David I wanted to assure you that I along with every one in this building are reading your blogs...despite the lack of comments you are receiving. I have all my customers relying on this blog for peace of mind through this holiday. As I have said before it is ALWAYS a pleasure reading your blog. You have a way with words that makes me feel I am by your side every step of the way ;)
Enjoy the rest of your stay and have a safe flight home, whenever that will be. One last thing...stay AWAY from the pork. LOL!!!
Love Ya Bud
Lisa & Loc. 9

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Lisa : February 6, 2008 11:36 AM