Living in our condo certainly has advantages, but when it comes to self-quarantine, I envy my friends who have homes with gardens, space to be outside. Junko and I decided we'd be safe if we got together at her home, stayed outdoors and socially distanced by 6 feet. I drove up to her place and had 2 1/2 fabulous hours relaxing outside in her garden, photographing "wildlife" and flowers, and then going for a walk in her neighborhood along tree-lined streets. AND, as a plus, I now have a sour dough starter she shared and made my first crumpets this morning!
Nothing extraordinary about this in the Before times, but today, truly fabulous!
Great idea! You have been so strict in your isolation that I’m sure there isn’t any problem in spending time together, still with the usual precautions. It is good for your photography, but even more for your spirits. Fav
Ants and peonies just go together! I'm so glad you got time outdoors! I cannot imagine being cooped up in a condo for days on end! I honestly think I'd have a breakdown. Isn't it good to have friends with shared interests?
Someone asked me if I was afraid to get together with a small group nowadays - told them no - just smart enough to not push things too soon. There's a difference I believe. And you've done it right. Definitely must have been good for the soul. And got a neat shot, too. We sure have learned to appreciate thing more.
@milaniet Exactly! The idea of getting together with anyone not strictly doing self-quarantine would scare me, as I believe we may be slowly opening driven by economics (regardless of anyone's belief about how to and whether to do it), and that doesn't to me mean that the world has suddenly gotten safer re the virus. The slow opening does allow me the choice about socializing safely and carefully. Just have to hope everyone is as cautious as need be.
Great shot. Lovely to be able to catch up with Junko again. I caught up with two friends of mine today. The first one is 85 and feeling quite isolated at the moment so as I was passing his house I called in for a chat and the other one was to catch up with my pal who was in our local hospital a few days ago. She is looking much better now.
Fabulous shot and great that you were able to catch up with Junko. It must have been wonderful to be able to enjoy each others company after such a long time.
It certainly lifts your spirits to be able to see friends for real, especially if you're outdoors where the virus risk seems to be far lower. Great shot too!
Sounds like a restorative day for you and much appreciate. Hurrah for good friends that understand each other. Love the macro with the little ant going about his business - presumably blissfully unaware of all the turmoil going on around.
ah, thought it must be a peony bud - ours are always covered with ants! such a joy for you and junko to get together in these crazy times. so glad you had fun. fab focus on the worker
I think starting slow is the way to go- just one friend and whatever you feel comfortable with. In the long run it's the mental health issue that really gets a boost when you can see a friend and share time together. It sounds like you had a great visit all the way around. Good shot! Ants are a lot of fun to watch on Peonies. Apparently this helps the plant- it "tickles" them so they open up.
Ahh! The ubiquitous ant on peony! Interesting in back and white. So glad you got a chance to visit and also about your sourdough. I’m kind of obsessed.
@vankrey Junko shared some photos. I'd love the recipe for the chocolate/dried cherry one. I haven't done bread yet -- only crumpets as I don't have much discard accumulating yet. It's a great starter, though with terrific texture and taste, so looking forward to bigger things!
You're so correct about appreciating those things to which we haven't had access of late! I love seeing this as I won't have my summer garden and miss most, the ants on peonies, and a bumper crop of rhubarb!
Wonderful detail! I love that you could have such a fun and safe meet-up with Junko! We must all take care in this new normal! I will be going home in two weeks time from this safe bubble we have been living in. I am nervous but looking forward to seeing our house again and also catching up with family and friends- safely at a distance of course!
May 29th, 2020
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