Puddle by helenhall

Puddle

Our climb up Moel Famau was not without its difficulties. Dad suffers from back problems and in his own eccentric manner decided to rest regularly along the way either in prostrate position, or cat stretch position. It was a popular route, and such was his appearance that I spent considerable time trying to prevent passers by from attempting to call an ambulance or offer first aid.

Obviously it would be wrong to show some of the more ridiculous captures I took along the way, so here is a portion of puddle alongside which Dad took one of his 'rests'.

On the descent, Dad decided to run (he is 84 years old) and ended up flat on his face again but he perfected a soft landing and showed no evidence of bruising the next day.

No processing on this - other than flipping the reflection - just because.
Omg! What a saga with your dad! I love this shot. Looks very artistic, considering you were contending with a rebellious pensioner! I'm surprised you could concentrate on your photography with your dad up to his antics! Bless him!
September 12th, 2016  
Well, I'd have to congratulate your father for even going out on this day! My husband is 82 and no way would he walk up a mountain! Nice focus!
September 12th, 2016  
@janemartin @maggiemae It was just Dad being Dad. He is a remarkable man in many ways. The tales I could tell!
September 12th, 2016  
@helenhall I can imaging! He sound's like a real character. You're so lucky to still have your dad.
September 12th, 2016  
interesting shot, and good on your dad, doing what he must.
September 12th, 2016  
after reading your account I was expecting a hand to come from the mud. thank goodness NO!
September 12th, 2016  
Oh, my goodness! Once again, your narrative has me laughing out loud, Helen. Your Dad sounds quite remarkable, indeed! Very interesting shot and as Jane commented, quite artistic. But then of course, that's you...quite artistic! :-)
September 13th, 2016  
That's great that he still wants to get out and move around. My mother is 85 and can barely get from the bed to the couch. Nice detail in your photo.
September 13th, 2016  
Good on your Dad. Do as much as you can for as long as you can, I say.
September 13th, 2016  
what a fantastic POV, I love that the reflections are so clear
September 13th, 2016  
What a great story, your Dad sounds quite a handful. ha ha. I hope he didn't land in some of the puddles.
Great flipped reflection.
September 13th, 2016  
Jo
Great story - your dad does sound like quite the character and good for him for doing what he wants - treasure him - great capture
September 13th, 2016  
Oh I couldn't help but laugh Helen, but I'm glad he's ok!!! He definitely sounds like a character :)
September 13th, 2016  
Excellent squishy water, making it look like mercury, or at least not-water. Cool dad story.
September 13th, 2016  
You dad sounds a bit of a character and good on him for tackling the challenge and resting as he pleases… lucky you were there to fend off the good doers!
September 13th, 2016  
Wish all the best to your Dad!
Very nice shot!
September 13th, 2016  
Nice patterns...best wishes to your Dad...
September 13th, 2016  
@janemartin @maggiemae @kali66 @gaylewood @moonmtn @ethelperry @onewing @jo38 @kerosene @fotoblah @dide @jerome @ivan Thank you each for your comments. how kind of you all to mention my Dad. I hope you don't feel I was being disrespectful. He is such a character, that the only way to cope is to have a laugh sometimes. My father is a remarkable man for many reasons. thank you for the good wishes to him.
September 13th, 2016  
@shylaine3304 @pasttheirprime Thanks for the comments. I saw the unusual quality of the puddle brought about by the light and immediately wanted to photograph it. It never appeared to be hiding anything sinister, but I guess I can see what you mean about the possibility of a hand coming out!
September 13th, 2016  
@helenhall I did laugh - of course you are not being disrespectful- it's the only way to remain sane at times! 😃
September 14th, 2016  
Your Dad sounds a real character !!
September 14th, 2016  
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