This morning I handed in my sample for sending to the lab and enjoyed a telephone conversation with Doctor Moody-Jones who gave me an appointment for a week’s time after which the test results would be in and I would have completed the course of antibiotics.
One of the advantages of ignoring the steady drizzle and drop in temperature of an overcast day is that the diffused light is helpful for
photographing flowers, which I did this afternoon. These examples all bear titles in the gallery.
Bearing witness to Martin’s opening up of the beds is this
rhododendron which has never flowered since we came here a decade ago. Having experienced too much shade it now sees the light of day.
This evening Jackie visited Red Chilli for one of their excellent takeaway meals. The establishment was in darkness; closure notices and bailiff’s warning on the windows.
So she came home and we fed on pizzas and salad.
Hip-hip-hooray, Martin!!
Best of luck with your test results, Derrick!
Thanks very much, GP
So many beautiful photos, Derrick! I’m glad you were able to see a doctor sooner than later. Sometimes I wish we had your medical system, ours is an overpriced joke. I hope that Red Chilli isn’t out of business!
I see how your garden sustains you in ways both pretty and profound. Kia kaha.
Thank you as well, Rachel
Thank you very much, John. All the signs are that Red Chilli has collapsed
Quite the day of hits and misses. Gorgeous flowers. Hurray for Martin.
Thanks very much, Pat
Oh dear! A favourite takeaway closing – how awful. Mind you, pizzas sound like a reasonable substitute. I am glad you could bestir yourself to take such lovely photographs of the beautiful flowers in the garden.
Thank you so much, Anne. Yes – the restaurant closure was a shock. They always delivered promptly and the food was excellent
Oh no! Another restaurant bites the dust.
Thank you very much, Sheree
Radiant blooms! Always happy to peruse your garden!
Glad you got your blog successfully moved. Maybe I should consider the same.
Thank you very much, Cynthia
Lovely flowers! And rather sad news about your Indian takeaway closure.
Thanks very much, Kim. Yes – a shock
Beautiful flowers.
Thank you very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
Beautiful photos as always. 🙂
Thanks very much, Chrissy
Beautiful title!
All gorgeous flowers and flower portraits! Marigolds, foxgloves, and irises have special meanings and memories for me. 🙂
I hope and pray the antibiotic works completely and all is well soon for you, Derrick!
Bravo for Martin and The Rhododendron!! We must all look for the light of day…it’s there to be found…even if it’s only from within us! We can be the light! 🙂
Aw, that’s sad to hear about a fave restaurant closing.
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️
Thank you so much, Carolyn. I’m pleased to have stirred special memories XX
What an abundance of mixed flowers. You must both be very pleased.
I’m pleased you spoke to your doctor and things are moving forward.
Thank you very much, Sue
PS. I’m sorry to hear about the Red Chilli, how sad.
Yes. Rather a shock. Thanks again
You and Jackie must have been so excited to see that rhododendron finally bloom!
Indeed. Thanks very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
I hope that your results are as good as those of the better aired rhododendron.
Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal. 🙂
I agree with your views on lighting for photos
Thank you very much, Sylvie
Hi, Derrick – Sending positive vibes that the antibiotic work for you quickly.
Your rhododendron is beautiful.
Thank you very much, Donna
Not too dark, not to bright, just the right light, and the colours are a delightful sight …
Thanks very much, Ivor
Derrick, I hope the antibiotics do the trick.
Sorry to hear that Jackie found a closed sign at one of your take-out spots. It’s disorienting when something like that happens. That said, pizza is nice.
Thanks very much, Alys
PS: I’m so glad hour rhododendron bloomed!
Thanks again, Alys
I especially like the Arthur Bell and the rose with the light diffused backgrounds. Good to know there’s hope for the plants who have not bloomed due to shade.
Thank you very much, JoAnna
That’s a beautiful bloom on your rhododendrum. We have one that I severly cut back because of an aggressive vine choking it and now it’s back to blooming – white flowers, though, not your bright pink!
Thank you very much, Barbara
Such lovely blooms Derrick. I haven’t visited WordPress for quite sometime. Be well.
Thanks very much, Arlene
So many beauties! How wonderful to have your rhododendron flower for the first time in ten years!
Thank you very much, Rosaliene
Lovely flower portraits.
Oh well, can’t win ’em all… x
Thanks very much, Joy
Derrick, your garden is resurrecting after the winter cold, I hope this will have a positive effect on your recovery.
Oh, such glorious colors! I hope the antibiotics help, Derrick.
Some great flower shots. Sorry to hear about the takeaway, always sad when a favourite place closes. Good luck with the etst results.
Thanks very much, Quercus
That is a gorgeous Rhododendron. Love all of you spring flowers. Hope your doctor visit goes well for you.
Thank you so much, Dwight
You are welcome.
I enjoyed clicking through your garden pictures. I hope you’re soon right as rain. It’s sad when a favourite local place has to close, especially food, because you’ll never find that precise taste again. Perhaps a miracle will occur.
Thank you very much, Susan
Oi, waiting on test results! … seems the older we get the more tests we wait for, and the longer we wait. All digits crossed for good news. 🙂
Thanks very much, Widders
The flowers are beautiful, Derrick and Jackie. I am glad that rhododendron is now blooming after all Martin’s hard work.
Thank you so much from each of us, Lavinia
So glad your rhododendron bloomed finally! Beautiful!! Sorry one of your favorite restaurants is closed/closing. Owning and running a restaurant is a tough business! Love your flower photos, Derrick!
Thank you so much, Jan
I hope you are better. The photos are gorgeous.
Thank you very much, Cindy
I hope the lab tests are fine and the doctor gives you a clean bill of full recovery, Derrick.
Thank you so much, Dolly
You are very welcome, Derrick.