Never give up on your orchid*

I bought this small orchid plant at the Flower Market in Mong Kok two Decembers ago. I kept it alive for about a year after all the flowers on the stem had bloomed and died, but all that grew were roots, lots and lots of roots, in the style of Medusa's hair, and new leaves that weren't looking too healthy. This photo doesn't do the roots or leaves justice. Some of the leaves have burnt tips. I seriously considered throwing this plant away. But last week I noticed -- finally!! -- a new stem coming out (pictured). I was shocked that this was happening. I thought this plant would never bloom again. Moral: never give up on your orchid. *Unless it's in really, really bad shape.