I looked at the image of Perry from Webcam C a while ago, and was moved by it more than I would have expected – the light from one side and sea of darkness on the other were a bit much. It’s sad to see the collapse of the magnificent inflorescence that produced fascination and joy for so many people. On the other hand, the progressive collapse is the natural course – soon our Titan Arum will produce a beautiful new leaf, light will again be absorbed, and Perry will flower again.
Alas… we knew it would come…
Perry was
a shooting star, effervescent, brilliant, modest and fleeting
a good natured soul who touched so many folks
a bouquet of grace, beauty and redolence
we shall remember her/him with great joy and fondness
As we incant his/her last rites
we know that her/his spirit lives on and will arise again as a megaphyll
resplendent in photosynthetic glory
Ain’t nature grand?
Rest in peace….
Thanks, Cindy. The megaphyll is incipient!