Hi Ellise - no, don't throw it out. Cut the flowered stem back to just above the bottom little scale you'll see down the stem. In a few weeks, you should see another stem growing, either from there, or from between the leaves.

If you type 'Awkward Orchids' into the search box (top right) you'll find a blog I wrote about orchids - I hope you'll find it of help.

Yes, do as Spritzhenry advises and you will find that they are not difficult plants to keep.
May to November, six months flowering is good value for money - yes? Mg just buys orchids now rather than cut flowers - we do have a housefull but they are most attractive and great value.

thanks to both of you will try and be a little more patient until i get some flowers growing again.........ellise