Happy Happy Happy!
by Elouise
This afternoon I’m happy and relieved. D and I took off right after breakfast to drive to Longwood Gardens. The weather was picture perfect.
Why so happy? Because this was my first attempt at (slow!) hiking in the meadow since before I broke my jaw and lost all my energy. I was hesitant about doing it, but decided I’d never know until I tried. Here’s a lightning quick look.
Butterflies, bees and dragonflies were out in droves
on this side of the meadow.
We walked to the top, sat in the shade a bit,
then returned and exited via the forest path.
Next we walked over to the café for a little lunch. I had a mildly spicy vegetarian chili and a cup of fresh fruit. D settled for a turkey sandwich. Then we walked through part of the conservatory, did a short visit to the flower walk, and headed home.
Good health news: Yesterday I saw my Lucy (pacemaker) cardiologist and his wonderful assistant who makes sure Lucy is working properly. She’s doing an outstanding job, I’m happy to say!
I’m eager to try a few more external activities, in addition to daily walks here in our neighborhood. No big social events, just lovely strolls outside that let nature do its work renewing me for whatever comes next.
Cheers!
Elouise ♥
© Elouise Renich Fraser, 9 August 2017
Photo credit: DAFraser, 9 August 2017, Longwood Gardens Meadow
Response (sort of) to WordPress Daily Prompt: Spicy
How wonderful to hear of this excursion to one of your favorite places. That is a most cheerful smile on your face! A beautiful day to be out there & it looks like you caught a hint of the approaching fall.
Been to the Morris Arboretum? That’s beautiful though not near as big.
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Thanks Meg! No Morris Arboretum recently, though we’ve been there often in the past. 😊
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Beautiful photographs! Thanks for sharing. Prayers for continued good health news.
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You’re so welcome! Thanks for the prayers. 😊🙏🏻
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Yay! The work looks amazing. And you’re healing is marvelous!
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Thank you kindly! 😊
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gorgeous pictures!!!! ❤ The ones of the butterflies especially. glad you were able to take it slow – that sounds like a horrendous accident!
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Thanks, 😊 The broken jaw was a life-changer for sure. A fall on a sidewalk…😟. I see you might also have a kitty? Ours is named Smudge. He helps keep me going! So glad you enjoyed the pictures! 🦋
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Yes mine is named patches – he has his own page on my blog if you want to check it out! Pets can definitely be lifesavers
https://hannahshappenings.net/category/pawing-around-with-patches/
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Thanks for the link! I’ll check it out tomorrow! 😺
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I Love it there 🙂 You’re always sure to find Beauty and Wonder!
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Yes! It’s an amazing place. 🙂
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great news my friend and YAY you, love that smile as you rest on the bench, what a lovely way to spend the day. Peace and Love to you and all, Super L included of course ❤
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Lucy is blushing a bit–not used to the spotlight I think….😊
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❤ ❤ ❤ take a bow Super L ❤
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A garden like that (especially with butterflies) is certain make the weariest of us happy. Well done.
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Oh yes, you’re so right! I wonder, do you miss your old garden? Melbourne seems to have beautiful public gardens. Thanks for your comment. 🦋
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Yes, I do miss the garden but not all the work that went into it. And Melbourne is amazing as far as gardens, Parks and public spaces are concerned.
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Welcome to my world 😀 Happy. Happy. happy. 🙂
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😊
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Pleased to meet you, Brian!!! 🙂
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🙂
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These are beautiful pictures. Thank you for sharing
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Thank you, Alice. 💐
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