Euphorbia submammillaris Budding Progress

I've been keeping an eye on this plant over the past week, but I haven't been posting pictures.  Now I get to post the rapid development that's been happening over the past few days.

This is from a few days ago - first indications that this stalk is getting ready to push some buds out.

The previous owner had the new growth reaching upwards from this clump while this part was aimed downward.  Interesting growth but I think an upward orientation would be better.

This is from this morning - lots of buds and all growing rapidly!!!