On another blustery morning we carried out domestic indoor tasks and I posted https://derrickjknight.com/2021/09/28/a-knights-tale-42-i-find-my-direction/
Later Jackie righted most of the fallen pots; I set up a few more, gathered up more tree twigs, and picked up the mirror which was fortunately undamaged.
The Head Gardener cleared some broken plants and tied up others. I took those that had been ripped off to the compost bins. As can be seen the cosmos still attracts bees. Jackie had laid down the chairs in these pictures before the heavier storm. They will remain like this until the gusts are gone.
If you don’t look too closely we haven’t done too badly. So far.
As the afternoon wore on the skies darkened and the gale built up its momentum. By the time we sat down to enjoy our evening meal, heavy rain beat a tattoo on the kitchen roof, and I would not have been surprised to see one or two of the three little pigs flying overhead propelled by the huffing and puffing of the big bad wolf.
Dinner consisted of Jackie’s spicy pasta arrabbiata and tender runner beans, with which she finished the Rosé and I drank more of the Cotes du Rhone.
I am glad there was not too much damage to your beautiful garden. I am surprised there would be much of any – from photos your yard seems so protected from the elements.
That’s true, isn’t it? It seems like a cozy enclosed area. That must speak to the craziness of the winds.
One would think!
The winds can be really fierce. Thanks very much, AnneMarie
Well it was rather a mess, but it cleaned up nicely! I am always impressed with the amount of color in your garden!
Thank you so much, Janet
While the pigs flying over chased by the Big Bad Wolf, it is good to know that you and Jackie were cosily ensconced indoors and able to enjoy an excellent meal accompanied by good wine.
Thank you very much, Anne.
You described that storm so well I could feel it. I’m sorry for the damage that was done, but glad it wasn’t worse. So interesting that an essentially “dead” plant is still providing sustenance.
Thanks very much, Jodie.
xo
So much tumult among plants and flowers but looks pretty decent, overall. Such storms in the corner of the world where you live! Our rains have begun, as well, off and on until late October I would expect.
Thank very much, Cynthia
This has put me in mind of Seamus Heaney’s poem, The Gravel Walks. I’m glad there wasn’t much damage.
Thanks very much, Lisa
Goodness, if ever there was a testament to the value of deadheading, your header picture must surely be it!
Your garden is a cornucopia of wonder as ever.
So reassuring, particularly when the weather seems uncertain, and somewhat. foreboding.
I remember the winds earlier in the year, turning over your lovely furniture…
glad there was, again, no serious damage to your haven, which is such a constant lift for all. 🙂
Thank you very much, Emma. Always appreciated
I’m glad there wasn’t more damage–and hope tonight’s wind doesn’t cause much more. I certainly hope none of the little pigs you’ve photographed go flying over your garden!
Dinner sounds delicious–and cozy.
If I see any of the pannage pigs flying I’ll let you know. Thanks very much, Merril
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And yet the garden still looks incredibly beautiful. Good work you too, I hope there is less damage tonight.
Fine today, but back with a vengeance on Thursday for a few more days. Thanks a lot, Sue.
Two not too!
Good job, Jackie and Derrick! 🙂
HA on the little pigs! 😮 😀 I hope the wolf takes a break on the huffin’ and puffin’ today and there is no more damage and “rearranging” in the garden!
Where’s Jackie? Where’s Derrick? They are too busy working to be seen. 🙂
We’ve had stormy weather and rains the past two days…but our winds never get as windy as your winds!
(((HUGS))) 🙂 <3
I loved your description of the storm, Derrick. I’m glad the damage was minimal. Dinner sounds yummy!
Thanks very much, Jill.
You have done very well! You beautiful garden has a magical touch to it!
Thank you so much, Dwight
You ar welocme!
You two know how to bounce back! Those hanging lanterns and baskets look good with the flowers.
Thank you so very much, JoAnna.
Well tidied up uys … we are due for a big storm late this afternoon .. best I take Frankie for a walkie soon …
Good luck, Ivor. Thanks very much
I trust you and Jackie have evolved enough preventive mechanisms as may be needed to keep the garden battle-ready against the wild outbreaks of the elements. Perhaps Nature, too, has a plan of its own, and such interventions are necessary for the general equilibrium of the planet.
I’m sure the weather is alerting us all, Uma. Thanks very much.
Laughing at the Three little pigs – and mmmm – have not had fresh beans in a long time and those from Jackie sound amazing
Thank you very much, Yvette 🙂
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Like others we were tickled by the one or two airborne piggies. We pictured number 3 hanging on to the barn door for dear life, its chubby frame straight out in the gale force! Thanks for the visual…
Thanks very much, Maj and Sher. I’m pleased you appreciated that.
I would say you two did pretty darned well, to borrow from my Yankee husband
Hope it stops storming soon.
Thank you so much, Laurie. Storm blown away today. Coming back with a vengeance tomorrow.
Oh, no!
I am glad the storm was not worse, Derrick and Jackie. The airborne pigs were a nice touch to the story!
We have had more rain here, much needed.
We are due a lot more, Lavinia. Thank you very much.
Oh, good thing your blooms are still there.
Fortunately, Arlene. Many thanks.
You have done good. I’m happy that the storm wasn’t worse you all.
Thanks very much, More
I enjoyed my virtual walk through your garden, Derrick. I’m sorry to hear about the brutal wind and rain. I hope You weather the storm without too much more damage.
According to the forecast today will be a fine day, then the next few days will be very stormy. Ah, well. Thanks very much, Alys.
Those gusts of wind must have been pretty strong – I think I saw a few of your pigs go by over here!
https://pacificparatrooper.files.wordpress.com/2021/09/when-pigs-fly-e1632913083871.jpg
🙂 Great response, GP. Thanks a lot
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Hope you get a weather break soon.
Not for a while yet, after today, which has been fine
Good.
Your garden seems to have weathered the storm well and looks nice. I got a chuckle out of your visual lines- one or two of the three little pigs flying overhead propelled by the huffing and puffing of the big bad wolf.
And he huffed and he puffed blowing their flowers down. 💐💐💐🌹🌹🌹
🙂 Nice touch, Pat. Thanks very much
My pleasure. Fall is just beginning to arrive on Virginia. 🍂🍁
My pleasure. Fall is just beginning to arrive on Virginia. 🍂🍁
So colorful! I’m so glad that you didn’t have too much damage. You work so hard on your garden! It shows!
Thanks very much, Mrs Gumboots
Judging from the photos, it looks as though your garden came through the winds relatively unscathed. The following line is my favorite part of your post:
“By the time we sat down to enjoy our evening meal, heavy rain beat a tattoo on the kitchen roof, and I would not have been surprised to see one or two of the three little pigs flying overhead propelled by the huffing and puffing of the big bad wolf.”
Thank you very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Your garden doesn’t look to bad at all, Derrick. Jacquie is a great cook.
Thank you so much, Robbie
I am glad your splendid garden has not sustained much damage, Derrick. I hope none of the little pigs, nor the wolf, land on your territory.
Thanks very much, Dolly 🙂
You are very welcome, Derrick.
From here I see a beautiful garden 🌸🌱🌸
🙂 Thank you very much, Ribana