First thing on this surprisingly cool morning, I took advantage of the diffused light to
walk round the garden with my camera. All these pictures are titled in the gallery.
Later, we visited Boots Opticians for my post-operative test for new glasses for which I was measured and consequently ordered for delivery in a couple of weeks.
We then picnicked in the shade at Mill Lane. Because, although I will have 20/20 vision with the new specs, my eyes had not readjusted after the drops making me light sensitive and seeing everything in a blur, Jackie took these
photographs of the scene (entitled in the gallery),
and ponies and foals on the way home (also entitled in the gallery).
Having recently posted about the demise of Red Chilli Indian takeaway we have received a flurry of leaflets advertising others. This evening we opted to try Royal Spice in Old Milton, which turned out to be a fortunate choice. A long established outlet we visited to check it out and brought home tandoori king prawn naga for me; ponir makhani for Jackie; and garlic rice, plain paratha, and onion bahji to share. We were given free popadoms with certainly passed our test. The food was plentiful, very well cooked, and quickly produced by friendly staff. There will be enough for second helpings tomorrow. Next time we will have it delivered. I drank Sangiovese & Syrah Toscana 2021.
I am glad that your eyes are doing very well, Derrick! I wonder what took out Red Chilli? The foals are so darn cute and your garden is exploding with growth, beautiful! ????
Thank you so much, John. Red Chilli clearly got into trouble financially
I see, that’s unfortunate.
Except for the blurred vision caused by the drops, sounds like a totally lovely day with great pictures and a new Indian restaurant to enjoy.
Thank you very much, Pat
I love the monochromatic bird silhouette.
Thanks very much, Liz.
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Such gorgeous pics Derrick. The meadow and horse and colt is so beautiful. Best of luck with the eyes!
Thanks very much, Holly
Delightful photos of garden, pony mothers and foals, and scenery. I didn’t see a title, but I was struck by Jackie’s tree with a face.
The Indian food sounds delicious. I think perhaps your sight has adjusted since you put up the post? If not, I hope your eyes adjust soon.
Thanks very much, Merril
I love the colour of the clematis, I don’t think I’ve seen one that colour before.
Great news about the new takeaway.
We’re doing a similar thing with pizza because our usual place appears to have changed the recipe of our favourites.
Thanks very much, Sue
I am glad that things are moving forward with your eyes. I liked the catchily titled 1/8 best among the horse pictures.
The Knight Garden glows bright in the sunlight. Here’s wishing that your new glasses improve your vision 🙂
Thank you so much, Rosaliene
I agree with Sue, the climbing Clematis is spectacular …
Thank you very much, Ivor
I love the brick path, the pony and foal, and the fascinating face in the tree trunk.
Thank you very much, JoAnna
A bountiful assortment of photos today! I especially am envious of your lovely garden.
Thank you so much, Doug
The photos are amazing. The foals are adorable. I’m so pleased that your eyes surgery sounds successful.
Thank you very much, Chrissy
I am glad you have found a replacement worthy of your old favourite 🙂
Thank you very much, Anne
What spectacular photos, you two! 🙂 🙂
Gorgeous flowers! Sweet foal! Love the bird in the tree photo!
Continued prayers and healing wishes for your eyes and new glasses!
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️
Thank you very much from each of us, Carolyn.
Your garden is magical! Gorgeous photos and delicious meal!
Thank you so much, Riba
Your garden is wonderful!
Thank you very much, Luisa
You are so very welcome!
Wonderful handwork by you. I dream to have such garden
Thank you very much, Tanvir
An incredible early start! I can’t imagine it getting any better than this!
Thanks very much, GP
Believe it or not, we have an excellent Indian restaurant in the food court of our Lakeside Mall. We ate their yesterday and I have enough left over for today as well. It is unusual to find Indian food in Mexico, although there is a Chinese restaurant in every town!!!
That is fascinating. Did you know that the Portuguese introduced chillis from Mexico to India though Goa? Thanks very much, Judy
No.. An interesting bit of trivia.. and now they’ve brought them back to Mexico!! The food is very authentic and popular here. The Indian and Chinese restaurants are the most popular in the food court.
A beautiful display of photos, Derrick. I love the ponies and foals, and the fascinating face in the tree. Good luck with your new specs and having 20/20 vision.
Thank you very much, Eugi
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Following on from my earlier comment: …..or takeaways.
🙂
The garden photos are beautiful Derrick, and I especially loved Jackie’s ponies and foal pictures.
Having 20/20 vision now sounds wonderful!
Thank you very much from each of us, Lavinia
The garden is looking really good. Best of luck with the eye journey.
Thank you very much, Gary
I’m so glad you found an alternative Indian restaurant with good food and takeout! Sounds good! I hope your eyes clear up soon.
Thanks very much, Jan
It looks like your lovely garden is thriving, Derrick. I like Jackie’s photos of the ponies and the black and white bird.
Thank you very much, Dolly
You are very welcome, Derrick.