Another Peony

Just because I can - and because I am a bit obsessed with these Peonies -so Japanese!!!

Marigolds and castles

It is traditional for Lao Buddhists to offer  floral offerings at temples, both on festival days and at other times.  These wax flowers and marigold arrangements are for sale at Wat Simeuang near where I live.

Friday Fake Flower

When I first saw this flower I was amazed by the greeness of the leaves.  Of course with a closer look they are fake.  Why?  Just behind them there was a beautiful real orchid flower.  Maybe it is for year round color?  It certainly isn't due to lack of fertile soil or water.
The arrangement is part of the decor at the  "Rice Paddy" the local watering hole/restaurant/bar near school, where I had a spicy basil chicken dish for dinner tonight.