What a wonderful way to spend a few hours either by yourself or with family and friends.  Today it was me and my camera.  I haven't been here in awhile and I kept asking myself why?  It you have any appreciation for the beauty of plants, flowers, trees and the senses of site and smell go!  This is one of Pittsburgh's greatest treasures.  With the holidays here the folks at Phipps do some of their very best work.  Each room or area is different and beautiful.  Some with holiday themes and others with nothing more than their own beauty to enjoy.  The orchid room is absolutely my favorite.  I went during the day and didn't get to enjoy the light show that runs from now til January 6th.  It's $12 for adults, $9 for kids 2 to 18 and free 2 and under.  I'll be bringing my daughters here in the very near future to discover Phipps and all of it's beauty and charm.