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A combination of my own slumbering stupor and a hot, humid, largely overcast, day presaging the predicted thunderstorm caused me to doze the day away.
Jackie, however, prepared Mum’s perching stool, and bolstered one of the wooden chairs, so that, first from the perch, and then from the chair, I would have an opportunity of focussing, to some extent, on that little corner.
My choice of the selection of supermarket ready meals Jackie has kept in stock for these crucial days, was tasty cannelloni. This was followed by vanilla ice cream.
What a lovely view you have, Derrick. Dosing the day away is permissible, occasionally. 🙂
Thanks very much, Sylvia, especially for your permission 🙂
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That was a lovely little spot to leave you perched safely in – though I suppose no matter where you are perched in this garden would be the perfect spot! Well done!
Many thanks, Pauline. I may find myself put somewhere else today 🙂
Nice view you have to recover, Derrick. Did you not watch the rugby match today? My Derek watched it as he was born in Exeter…obviously he wasn’t pleased with the outcome. Take care of yourself!
Thanks a lot, Jill. I was really too dozy yesterday
You have a great spot with a beautiful view!
Thanks very much, Merril
Your Jackie is indispensable! Such a good viewpoint for that pretty corner!
Many thanks, Clare
Lovely views to see while you rest and recuperate.
Many thanks, Jane
Everything – absolutely everything – tastes better when followed by vanilla ice cream.
🙂 So true, Susanne. Thanks a lot
You two are quite a pair. You certainly compliment each other.
Many thanks, GP. We do, indeed.
A man cannot be separated from his whizz-bang super-duper camera for long! 😀
🙂 Thanks a lot, Widders
You do perch well, Derrick.
Many thanks, Roland 🙂
Rest and more rest!
Yep. I suppose I could get better at it 🙂 Thanks a lot, Leslie
Until you’ve tasted MY cannelloni you haven’t tasted; tasty cannelloni! …..Says he modestly exiting stage left ( I’m a socialist; you’d hardly expect me to exit stage right , would you?)
I accept your judgement, M’Lud. Mind you, supermarkets have upped their game in recent years. Thanks a lot
You still take good pictures even sitting down. Get well soon Derrick.
Many thanks, Arlene
Great views of a great garden!!! 🙂 <3 xoxo
Thanks very much, Natalie
You’re quite welcome my friend❣️?
So happy to see you outside. Beautiful garden.
Thanks very much, Carol
That is a sparkling portrait of yours. I presume it’s a handiwork of Jackie, other than setting your perches. The photographs taken by you have the mark of your super steady hands. Welcome back to your paradise!
Very many thanks, our friend, Uma
Couldn’t think of a better place to relax and laze the day away Derrick.
Your garden is therapy for the mind and satisfying To the Soul.
Cheers, Ian, mate
You look happy and relaxed, Derrick and the garden is looking good. Take care, Mx
Thanks very much, Mary X
I am looking forward to seeing my garden today after a week away. Glad you found a spot to enjoy yours.
Thanks a lot, Andrew. A week makes a big difference at the moment
Good to see you up and about Derrick.
Thanks a lot, Ivor
Many thanks, Eric
Derrick, you and your grounds look fantastic!
Many thanks, Elisabet
Beautiful garden to heal by.
Thanks very much, Cathi
I remember the pain meds making me dozy, it’s always a delicate balance between resting and being active enough when recovering. Being outdoors does wonders regardless. Bless Jackie, I know it’s a lot of work caregiving too. The garden looks well, and so do you. ☺
Many thanks, Julie. Yes, just wanting to get out helps
Such a lovely garden you’ve both created. Enjoy the mini-break until the heat wave passes.
Thanks very much, Eliza
Ah, a bit of fresh air in that beautiful garden has healing powers for sure. You look well, Derrick, not like you’ve just undergone such an operation. I suspect your lovely wife and your disposition have a part in that. : )
Very many thanks, Jodie X
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Lovely! So glad you relaxed!
Thanks veery much, Lynn
most welcome
I’m pretty sure you are supposed to rest!
Oh, yes, Karen. Many thanks
Looking good. We hope there is no pain. The garden certainly looks like it would restore flagging spirits
Actually I can expect pain fro another week or so. Many thanks, LL/PS
Look relaxed Derrick. How is the walking going and what degree of flexion are you achieving with your knee?
Thanks a lot, Gary. About ninety degrees at tha moment
Dozing the day away? Welcome to my world. 🙂
🙂 It does make me think of you, Quercus. Many thanks
Zzzzz…