50, escape

My escape. My treasured moments away from the troubled times.

I started the day reading a post on a local residents page which brought me to tears. It was a simple request for a hospital worker that might be doing a shift this morning, to transport a CD player to a dying man so he could listen to the tracks he had dedicated to his wife on their anniversary, during his last hours, alone.

I finish the day, realising that I hadn't heard from a friend for a week or so when she was experiencing a set back having had Covid-19. A few enquiries and I learn that she is the local hospital and the family can not get updates as to her progress.

I am so glad that we are in the changing season here, where the activity through spring provides a welcome distraction and moments of pleasure.

[Hazel]

A beautiful and tranquil photo and a touching post.

[sarah]

That is a beautiful escape

[judith deacon]

A beautiful image, such difficult times for everyone but particularly when someone you know is directly affected. I hope your friend and her family get some good news soon.

[Maggiemae]

Bright and cheery shot of this spreading flower. What a worry knowing someone who is in hospital and I expect they don't tell you much when you enquire!

[Clare Gadsby]

crikey helen such sadness and distress in your post. i'm glad you've been able to find a few moments of escape. really hope your friend will be recovering quickly

[Babs]

A beautiful photo but such sadness in your story. I do hope you have someone to support you in times of stress. Take care xx

[Ethel]

Spring is a joy, but sadness and despair are overwhelming us. I’m glad you are still hanging in with us on 365. I find it a small distraction. @onewing commented that 365 might help me when my Michael died (cancer) and she was right.
Your photos bring a bright spot to me. Hugs

[Francoise]

Oh. And the flowers just bloom away as though everything were normal.

[Taffy]

The times are troubling and it sounds like you've been personally affected by them. What a lovely respite in the scene you've pictured.

[carol white]

A lovely capture. A sad story and unfortunately it's happening all the time during this crisis

[Ann Williams]

Another lovely frothy capture. Hope your friend improves soon. In these troubling times, you can rely on nature to sooth the soul.

[David]

Very nice and soothing.

[Santina]

a beautiful image of nature that follows its course, I hope your friend and her family get some good news

[Domenico Dodaro]

Yes, troubled times. And we all need an escape.

[FBailey]

A lovely shot of white froth - I hope someone was able to help out. So sad.

[Janet B.]

Yes, so thankful for the distraction and pleasure of spring during this very difficult time. I like how you filled the frame here...and I like even better how this beauty provided you with a peaceful moment.