Bodger Seeds has done it again, they've planted another floral flag, this time in remembrance of September 11, 2001. Although not in full bloom as of this post, the pride and patriotism is. Bodger Seeds has planted floral flags before in Lompoc. First, during World War II and later during the Korean War. You can view a photo of a mural depicting a previous planting of the floral flag by clicking here.

Well, I didn't make it to the dedication, but I did go up to Lookout Point on one of the shuttle busses. This floral flag is different than the ones in the past; this one has pointed stars. While taking the ride back down the hill, the shuttle bus operator mentioned that flower companies are shrinking and slowly leaving the Lompoc area. I as well as many others have noticed that for awhile now. A couple of us on the bus were talking about how Lompoc won't be the "Flower Valley" or "Valley of Flowers" for too much longer. Most of the fields are being used for agriculture purposes.

To view a couple photos I took while up at Lookout Point click the link below; it will open in a new window which you can close when done. They're not the best photos I've taken, but I hope to take more that will be of better quality soon.

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More photos! - Added June 30, 2002

Updated: June 30, 2002