During a suitable break in the showers this morning I focussed on the refreshed flora in somewhat bedraggled bees in the garden.
Examples are antirrhinums and foxgloves;
Several bees, in their waterproofs, can be seen among these roses, petunias, geraniums, rhododendrons, poppies, and bottle brush plants.
Danni and Ella came to lunch bearing a packet of gloriosa vine corms for Jackie’s birthday. Naturally the Head Gardener planted them immediately.
During the pleasant afternoon that ensued, Danni reflected on Jackie photographing Derrick and Ella.
Later our great-niece slept on the sofa and was photographed by her mother.
Through the window above Ella’s head another proud parent, in the form of a cock sparrow, could be seen, head rapidly swivelling, guarding his nest by the side of the house,
This evening we dined on Jackie’s super spicy pasta arrabbiata and tender runner beans with which she drank Blue Moon and I drank Chateau des Maures Lalande de Pomerol 2016.
Sweet flowers, sweet visitors!
Sweet comment, Laurie. Thanks very much
More delicious photos
Many thanks, Sheree. I like the word
The flowers are gorgeous, but the photos of you with Ella are priceless.
Thanks very much, Merril
Ella looks to be crazy about her uncle. All of the photos are wonderful, Derrick.
Many thanks, Jill. Intrigued, certainly. 🙂
The final photo of you and Ella is a superb shot – loving the mutual admiration society! And Mr Sparrow is doing his job rather well too. I like that header pic very much.
So pleased about the header, Pauline. It’s pretty much hit and miss whether they publish the correct one. There is a facility for customising the header. They never publish my exact crop, and often they don’t even use the right picture. Thanks very much
Such beautiful photos of such beautiful life…especially that little Ella! And each add joy to the world! 🙂
Those bees remind us that we must keep buzzin’! Life IS beautiful! 🙂
HUGS to all!!! 🙂
Thank you very much, Carolyn X
Beautiful flowers and what a sweet baby! 🙂
Thank you very much, M.B. She is so placid.
Wonderful post, sir.
Thanks very much, Gary.
The weather news from down south seems very gloomy. I hope that you don’t get washed away.
Thanks very much, Tootlepedal. We escape most of it.
I enjoy hearing about your fancy wine selections while Jackie loves her beer. I’m with her. 😉 The white rose is my favorite shot. 🙂
Thanks very much, Cindy.
So that’s a cock sparrow! There are so many dun coloured birds I’ve never known any of their names.
Sparrow is the only one I’m sure of. I grew up with them in London, where they are becoming rare. Thanks very much, Sue
I hope your garden is coping with all the rain. Your photos of the flowers covered with raindrops are really lovely.
Ella is another little flower!
Very many thanks, Clare. I think we are getting less rain than you
All these lovely photos of baby and flowers and I can’t get over the fireplace. So very very cool.
Thank you very much, Luanne
Flower’s continue to look great and glad you had an enjoyable afternoon with family!
Many thanks, Gary
Oh Derrick, Gorgeous photo of you with your great-niece…. I’ve have just experienced those wonderful cuddles in Philadelphia…..
You have indeed, Ivor. Thanks very much
What a great gift to give Jackie, and Like her even more now knowing she drinks Blue Moon, its one of the few beers I will occasionally have with a squeeze of a orange 🙂
Thanks very much, MSW. It is the American equivalent of Hoegaarden.
The sparrows are also like one of the flowers in your garden. The juxtaposition is startling and thought provoking.
I’m pleased, Uma. You always get it. Thanks very much
Nice photos. Very clean appearance of your site in a long while! I guess the virus must’ve been removed finally.
Thanks very much, Byung. I am sorry you’ve had to struggle
But it was still beyond enjoyable.
🙂
Gorgeous photos of family and garden, Derrick. Such joy!
Thanks very much, Lesley
There is much to enjoy about your photos Derrick. I could comment on them all. But I do love sparrows.
Thanks very much, Paol
Such joy to see you and the baby in those pics and of course the lovely blooms too.
Thanks very much, Arlene
What a lovely relaxing afternoon!
Thanks very much, Sue
Wonderful selections of some wonderful subjects ( by you all!)
That Absolutely Fabulous is absolutely fabulous!! 🙂
I love the opium-hunting bee and his objet de’sire!
I’m sure the photo’s of you and Ella will make their way to many fine albums for future reference. 🙂
Thanks very much, Bob
Delightful
Great pictures, Derrick and Happy Birthday, Jackie, once again!
Thanks very much, GP. The advantage of a late present 🙂
The Head Gardener/Culinary Queen/Chariot Chauffeur/and part-time photographer deserves more than one day!!
🙂
beautiful abode and fireplace!
love that nane Ella!
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Thanks very much krc
Gorgeous pictures! So beautiful flowers! Happy birthday to Jackie ??
Thanks very much, Ribana
Gorgeous as always! I never get weary of your flora and fauna photos. ?
Thanks very much, Leslie
I’m afraid the baby upstaged all your flowers, birds and bees. Happy birthday, Jackie!
Very many thanks, Mary
Aww, great shot of great gramps, and great grand daughter! <3
Thanks very much, Anna
Those photos of you and Ella are perfectly lovely. What treasures in these photos!
Very many thanks, JoAnna
If that Blue Moon is the same Blue Moon that we have here, it’s one of my favorite beers. I’d toast Jackie with it in a minute! Your photos of both the garden and the babe are wonderful: sweet and deeply appealing.
Thanks very much, Linda. It is the same Blue Moon – the American version of Hoegaarden
Beautiful pics, esp of you and your grand niece. ?
Thanks very much, Steve