Returning after four days of Platinum Jubilee celebrations, and after his painstaking preparation, Nick was able to
almost complete his ground floor painting today.
Afterwards Jackie and I took a short forest drive. Sailboarders were out on the Solent against the backdrop of the Isle of Wight. The colourful expert disappeared out of sight until turning up alongside the island. His companion was receiving instruction from our shore.
A solitary fisherman was perhaps hoping for a catch or two.
This evening we all dined on Jackie’s wholesome sausage casserole, spicy red cabbage, boiled potatoes; and Becky’s crunchy vegetable bake, with which Becky drank Zesty; Jackie and Ian, premium Weisbier; and Doom Bar for me.
Weissbier š Now that sound German
Thanks a lot, Bridget. Yes, German wheat beer.
Nick looks like he does a very thorough job. Everything looks so fresh and new.
I have never noticed that hand held blow up kind of sailboard before. So interesting.
What lovely calm colours inside – and fantastically bright sails outside, set so strikingly against the glistening sea. Nick does a fine job of interiors – and you always paint a wonderfully clear and interesting picture of the day, with your beautifully crafted text and images š
Thank you so much, Emma
“Ground floor painting” ? Well, I’m sure that a professional like Nick has never managed to paint himself into a corner. Unlike myself a few years ago…….
Nick and I are both chuckling over this one, John. Thanks very much
Three lovely things to do on a beautiful day! And you’ve captured them beautifully, too, Derrick! š
I see hard-working Nick has his Jackson Pollock coveralls on! Do they call them coveralls there?
Is Nick’s wrist okay? I was wondering about the colorful “wrap” (sock-part?) on his wrist.
(((HUGS))) and thanks for letting us share the day with you! š ā¤ļø
Thanks very much, Carolyn. The sock-part – yes, that is what it is – covers Nick’s watch. His wrist is fine. Overalls is our term.
Oh! That explains the sock. š Smart idea!
Yes, we say overalls here, too. š
I looked keenly at the wrist covering – thanks for the explanation. Which maybe I should take up as well, many of my “once okay to wear on outings” sleeves have gotten paint leftovers on the them, particularly the wrists. But some paint often gets on other parts! I’ve got an “apron” but I forget to put it on…and then someone somehow wipes her fingers on the garment…never sees any of it until it’s time to get into my PJs š
Nick looks like he’s doing his usual careful work.
I think #2 of the sailboarders is my favorite. I like the composition of colors and shapes, and the reflection on the water.
Thank you so much, Merril
You’re very welcome, Derrick.
Great sailing photos! It looks like Nick is hand-painting the house which is great. My home was painted inside two years ago and they used a spray gun which I despised. Never again!
Thanks a lot, John. Nick says the spray gun method is only OK on an empty new build.
Iām happy Nick enjoyed the Jubilee celebrations. The bright sails are gorgeous. Great photos, Derrick!
Thank you very much, Jill
Looking good Derrick.. Looked like the wind was up š
It was, Sue. Thank you very much
Quite a varied day of activities. Gorgeous pictures.
Quite a varied day of activities. Gorgeous pictures.
Thank you very much, Pat
I haven’t seen an inflatable sail like that one before. Mind you we don’t get many sailboarders on our hills.
š Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal
Nick seemed to be sailing along with his painting today Derrick
Nice one, Ivor. He says the painting is the easiest part.
A fresh coat of paint makes a huge difference in any room. I hope it’s all completed soon so you can enjoy enjoy the the newness.
I can just image you on that sailboard, Derrick. š
What kind of “sausages” do you use in your casserole, Jackie? I know Americans refer to a cabonossi or salami stick as a sausage. We usually have freshly made pork or beef sausages grilled or boil them and add them to a curry sausages dish.
Thanks very much, Chrissy. Jackie is out this morning, so I’ll answer for her. Usually pork – different recipes from different shops combined in one dish.
Thanks, Derrick.
Sailboarders are so much fun to watch! The crunchy vegetable bake sounds good. I like your arched doorway.
Thank you very much, JoAnna
Hi Derrick – I like these sailboarding pictures. I tried that once – you need a lot of arm strength!
I imagine so, Barbara. Thanks very much
Beautiful photos but that water looks seriously cold.
I’m sure it was, Gary. Thanks very much
Lovely paint job thanks to excellent preparation
The new paint looks fantastic!
Thanks very much, Laurie
The renovations at your home are in synch with the national festive mood. It has also yielded impeccable photos for todayās instalment. Sailboarders have been captured in all their colours on the waves.
Thank you so much, Uma
Your home is looking good.
Thanks very much, Andy
Looking
Good
Indeed
Thanks very much, Yvette.
Nick looks like heās doing a fine job there. Great photos of the sailboarding. Enjoy your week ahead Derrick.
Thank you very much, Miriam. You, too.
Your title initially wondering where you had found a well of energy with which to unleash what appears to be your neglected artistic talent, to go sailboarding and then calm down next to your fishing rod – at least you had the ale I imagined went with fishing š
Thanks very much, Anne š
Nick always appears to do a wonderful job, itās looking lovely. My kitchen is in the decoratorās queue, Iām told it will be the beginning of July.
Thanks very much, Sue. He spends so much effort on righting previous messes
Inherited mess is no joy but isn’t it wonderful when you find a good one?
It sure is.
There is no substitute for classic white!
Thanks a lot, Andrew
Amazing action shots of the sailboarders. Nick looks very intent and I imagine very skilled at his job.
He is indeed, Eugi. Thanks ver much
I did a lot of wind surfing when I was little.
Now, when I have the option to try again it is always to much or too little wind…
…or too many excuses. š
Thanks very much, Rabirius
Gorgeous photos of those sailboarders
Thank you very much, Ribana