Thanks Cynthia and Janet for the wonderful input and advice. The mysterious growth has popped out and is now spreading out like a weed. Thankfully it does not appear to be a Post-Katrina fungus

I can't believe how fast this little growth is opening up. I will most certainly post more pictures as soon as it begins to differentiate itself. Maybe some other newbie’s can learn from our trials and tribulations. Next I have to figure out what to do with the new Keiki that are popping out... 4 so far. I'm sure someone has to have asked that same question before... time to hit the archives and gain some knowledge.
I just heard on the local NPR that there is an Orchid Show in Baton Rouge this coming weekend. Yep… sounds like Orchid Fever. Is there a known cure??? Other than buying more orchids!!
Best regards,
Robert