This morning I removed my compression stockings, designed to deter deep vein thrombosis, which have the disadvantage of slipping on smooth floors. This action does not seem to have been premature.
My next plan was to completely de-crust my skin by treating myself to my first shower since the morning of 21st. First I had to be coated in Hibiscrub in order to keep germs at bay.
I delayed this process after lunch by sitting with a camera on a patio chair in the stiffly breezy yet warm sunshine. Of course I stayed on my seat.
The wind had blown down a post supporting a basket of begonias
and gently laid the plants upright on the paving.
The peach rose, the fuchsias, and the verbena bonariensis swayed in the gusts; The more sheltered honesty, hydrangea, busy lizzies, and Erigeron blended well with each other.
When I returned from my shower I fancied I was smelling sweet as the scented cyclamen and its ladybirds casting shadows across the table.
This evening Jackie prepared me the same meal as yesterday with carrots and cauliflower instead of runner beans. She sneaked in twice as much, but I could only eat half and give her the rest back for tomorrow.
I’m glad that you are progressing, Derrick, I’m sure that shower felt really good! You captured some beautiful photos from your garden seat, well done. Get well! 😎😊
Sounds like a wonderful day with lots of forward progress. Continue to heal and improve, Derrick.
Thank you very much, Pat
I bet that shower felt so good. Also, sitting in the sunshine and smelling the flowers.
Thank you very much, Laurie
Sounds like aa lovely restful day
Thank you very much, Kim
Your garden sounds like a peaceful retreat, Derrick! Wishing you continued recovery and many more lovely moments among your flowers!
Thank you very much, Ilze
Your garden is so beautiful, that even seated, you produced wonderful shots. It’s wonderful you have such a pleasant place to sit and recuperate in. I’m sure you enjoyed your shower!
Thank you so much, Merril
A good shower and sitting out on the patio must have seemed very luxurious Derrick …
Thank you very much, Ivor
It’s great to see your medical challenges have not impaired your photographer’s eye in the least. Beautiful photos and awareness that the wind gently laid the plants upright on the paving.
Thank you so much, JoAnna
I’m glad you finally got to shower, Derrick. That makes a world of difference, plus a little time on the patio. As always, the flowers in your garden are so pretty!
Thank you very much, Barbara
A shower can really set things right. I’m glad you are clean and scented, and for the moment free of compression stockings. I’m sending you all my best, Derrick
Thank you so much, Alys,
Glad to hear that you’re well enough to have a shower 🙂
Thank you very much, Rosaliene
Sloughing off all signs of hospital is a wonderful feeling! It was a good idea to sit in the sunshine first. I hope that you are on a positive trajectory now.
Thank you so much, Anne
Oh Derrick. We are both getting old and our bones and our muscles and our internal machines are playing up. HOWEVER there are always sweet smelling cyclamen. isn’t life wonderful!
Thank you so much, John
Life is beautiful. Isn’t it Derrick.
It is, Rupali. Thank you so much
YAY for a shower, sitting in the garden warmed by the sun, kept company by owls and ladybirds, sniffing sweet flowery scents, snapping beautiful photos…sounds just like the day you needed. Continued prayers and healing wishes for you.
Your photo of the shadows on the table is my fave today!
(((HUGS))) for you and Jackie!! ❤️❤️
Thank you very much from us both, Carolyn XX
Wonderful flowers!
Have a lovely day, dear Derrick
Thank you very much, Luisa
I know how good it feels to have a shower after a long abstinence. 🚿
I am glad you felt refreshed after your shower, Derrick. I hope you continue to heal.
Thank you very much, Eugi
What a charming word picture you weave of your crusty convalescence. 🙂
Thank you very much, Quercus
What an idyllic spot to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. A refreshing shower makes a massive difference to how we feel. My favourite photograph today is the final one in the tiled gallery, with honesty, hydrangea, busy lizzies and the owls.
Thank you very much, Sue
Glad your up and moving.
Thanks very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
Thank you for sharing all this beauty. Somehow in my 60 years I never heard of an honesty plant. Maybe I have seen it under another name. So lovely.
Please get well soon.
These are the seed pods which become translucent a this time of the year. They are Lunaria Annua with mauve flowers. Most appreciated, Rose
Good work for a seated cameraman.
Thank you very much, Tootlepedal
Some beautiful shots Derrick 💐 Keep healing and moving forward.
I am sure that a shower after going that long felt heavenly!
Indeed. Thanks very much, Dwight
Glad you’re still taking it easy
Thanks very much, Sheree
That shower had to be a welcomed treat! Jackie is very sneaky.🤣 You brought back so many memories with the picture of your money plant. Keep getting better Derrick!
Love the comparison: sweet as the scented cyclamen 🙂 Beautiful photos even from seated 🙂
Thank you very much, Riba
Thank you for including the cyclamen, Derrick. No need to reply, I am just catching up. This past week has been a demanding one. Hope you are feeling better.
I’m pleased you have time to each up, Lavinia. Thank you so much for doing so.