Out Back by cdonohoue

Out Back

We sat in terrible traffic to get home from the doctor today. It was a relief to sit out on the deck for a bit. The rain had dropped the temperature and the cicadas haven't taken over yet. Not a very inspired shot, but a nice spot in the day. Mojo was taking a walk in the yard and I thought he really set off the old wagon with it's load of flowers. We are much quicker to buy them than plant them.

The doctor ordered an mri of my low back to see what is changing there and causing such a problem. I will get that done tomorrow and see my doc again on Friday for the results. He is talking about putting in "spacers" to make room for whatever is compressing the nerve. It is no big surgery which I won't do again. So hopefully I'll have an answer and a plan by the end of the week. I don't have time for this. I am still settling into this house and making the back come alive. I so want to make it bloom! That brings me joy. 15 years ago I would have laughed if someone would have said that I'd be planting roses, hydrangea and perennials. I'd have laughed about the chimes and the bird feeders. Funny how we change over time.

What a welcoming scene. I hope your doctor comes up with a workable plan for you.
May 26th, 2021  
What a lovely spot to sit and relax
May 26th, 2021  
I am probably the world's laziest gardener. I put plants in pots and if it's not a bulb that takes care of itself I don't plant it in the garden! Your yard will look really nice when your projects are done, but don't harm your back further pushing too hard to get it done. Nice shot!
May 27th, 2021  
Great backyard!
May 27th, 2021  
Sorry about your back wishes for a quick and total healing! I love what you said about the chimes and bird feeders - seems like your garden brings you a lot of joy!
May 27th, 2021  
Looks like a nice place to relax! And I bet your 4legged friend is happy you are home!
May 27th, 2021  
I think you were right about your choice of composition for this photo. It is an interesting compilation of all you are!

Sorry to hear about your back problems, glad to hear you’ll find some answers by the end of the week!
May 27th, 2021  
Your back has picked the worst time to play up, same as Harry’s hip......you both have things to do so I hope you get fixed up. Your treatment sounds as if it’s moving in a pace....we are so slow at the moment with appointments with doctors etc...it seems to be taking ages just to get a diagnosis!
May 27th, 2021  
@happypat I hate that it is so slow for Harry. It makes everything feel worse when you don't know exactly what is to blame and how to fix it.
May 28th, 2021  
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