I began my day by watching the ITV recording of last night’s rugby World Cup match between England and Argentina.
Although the air remained humid, the temperature hot, the breeze absent, we did at last receive rain, albeit warm.
It continued to require an effort to catch raindrops with my camera; the resultant images bearing titles in the gallery.
This afternoon I dozed through the rugby match between Japan and Chile, then gave my undivided attention to the game between Scotland and South Africa.
For dinner this evening Jackie produced her classic cottage pie; tasty ratatouille; crunchy carrots; and firm broccoli, with which she finished the Zesty and I drank François Dubessy GSM.
By this time the skies had darkened, the temperature dropped by several degrees, and a cool, light, breeze blew.
Delicious dinner, a game you wanted to watch and one you could nap through, cooler weather. Sounds like a good day.
Beautiful captures Derrick!
Beautiful photos. I can’t pick a favorite, but that spider web is very cool.
I’m glad it cooled off a bit for you!
Beautiful pictures of a rainy day.
Thank you very much, Bridget
The header photo is very artistic. I’m glad you’re getting some cool breezes.
Thanks very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Lovely photos and rain!
Thanks very much Sweet.
Glorious rain, however warm!
Yes, indeed. We never thought we would ever welcome it as we did. Thanks you very much, Rosaliene
Beautiful flowers, rain and a delicious dinner. Perfect! ????????????
Thanks very much, John
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Fabulous photos, especially the peach rose.
Thanks very much, Dolly. You know why I included that one
I do and truly appreciate it, Derrick.
For the sake of my mental health, I preferred not to watch the Scotland game. A good decision.
But they really did us proud. Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal
I have just a touch of rain envy. We’ve had a bit — a very little bit — but everyone’s still longing for a day or two or four of steady, non-destructive rain. One day! In the meantime, I’ll keep enjoying your rainy flowers. They’re beautiful.
Thank you do much, Linda. It was not destructive here – so may you get that variety soon.
The flowers look beautiful in the rain. We have a Rose of Sharon hibiscus the same color as yours.
Thanks very much, Lavinia. I didn’t know the name
With the glossy warm raindrops on the Delt’s Sarah, the beautiful fuchsia looks even more spectacular
Thanks very much, Ivor
You’re welcome Derrick
Pretty pics.
🙂 I can just imagine you dozing off in front of the TV.
Thanks very much, Chrissy
I can’t get over how airless the atmosphere has been during our recent hot spell. It’s as if all of the oxygen has been squeezed out of it!
Indeed. Same here, John. Thanks very much
Although I like all your photographs I must admit that the ones with the rain drops on the flowers I love them most! Absolutely gorgeous!
Thank you very much, Ribana
Beautiful photos
Thanks very much, Sheree
We watched the South Africa vs Scotland game last night too – as did one son in Norway, the other in Glasgow and my daughter in Hout Bay. Naturally I am pleased that the Springboks won, but could not help feeling the Scots deserved more points.
A fair observation, Anne. South Africa will take some beating. I was sad to see Etzebeth leave the field and hope he will be OK (the position in which I used to play)
YAY for rain! And your amazing and beautiful photos highlighted the rain so well!
Mrs. Popple didn’t seem to mind getting rained on. 🙂
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you very much, Carolyn X
You even make rain look good.
Bringz lovely flowers. ????
Thank you very much, Sherry
Beautiful header and I am glad you got rain. It seems you had a peaceful day.
Thanks very much, Eugi
You’re welcome, Derrick.
I love your flowers with warm rain… less keen on what the warm rain has been doing to my washing!
Beautiful photos.
Thanks very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
your photos of flowers with raindrops look magical! delicious meal as always and i’m glad you finally had a cool breeze blew. 🙂
Thank you very much, Wilma
It might have been warm, but I am sure the garden appreciated it!
It certainly did, Dale. Thanks very much
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Derrick, your rainy-day garden pics are a joy. I love the rain, but not the humidity, though both are wonderful for the garden.
Thank you so much, Alys
Lovely Flowers Knight
Thanks very much, Flow
You make the most of those wet days, capturing lovely photos. I especially love the Raindrops on Delt’s Sarah. We had those in our San Mateo, CA yard. Ah, sweet memories!
Thank you so much, Jan
Gorgeous after rain photos! Glad you enjoyed it! It might rain here today but I am sure I will be too busy with work to take a look at flowers and whatnot. I definitely did not value my weekend enough and wasted it watching Netflix.
Thank you very much, Sweet