Wow, those are incredible agave! Can't wait to see a picture of your actual baby one!
Beth- I can't believe your p.pear bloomed when it was that small!

I got into cactus recently because I was tired of our 3 cats chewing on house plants, and I also didn't want to have to find a waterer when we go away for 2 weeks, etc. When investigating cacti & succulents, I was enchanted by their strange and bizarre forms- like beings from some other world. They seem to have a serene presence all their own. And my cats leave them alone!
I really love them, and they ask for so little in return!