Hello Everyone,
It`s been one of those days as far as I`m concerned, not that anything has gone really wrong, I`m just in a bad mood that won`t lift. :o(
I suppose if I`d managed my usual Sunday morning lie-in it wouild have turned out better but I awoke at 5.15am and couldn`t sleep after that, it was just too hot. I got up at 6.30 and had breakfast after doing a few odd jobs around the house and by the time I had breakfast at 8.00 I felt wornout and fit to drop. At least my back is much better today though still a bit stiff AND so is Jake`s paw, he is still lifting it occasionally but it`s much better so it can`t be a fracture. I did the ironing this morning and was relieved that I didn`t have as much as some weeks...phew, another good thing to happen, even though I ended up doing a couple of Danny`s shirts. He returned the favour this afternoon by giving my car a good clean inside and out, saving me another job...he`s a good boy sometimes....lol!
I can`t believe we are going to Russia on the 23rd of this month, and I think I`m looking forward to it at last. I can`t say I was too enthusiastic at first but I didn`t want to turn down an invitation to visit a country where I wouldn`t think of going if it weren`t for Slava and Kerry. I still have some reservations but will go there with an open mind....and my camera to show you all the sites. Slava sent off our visa applications the other day and we should have them some time next week, all being well. I have a feeling that what was a nice sunny day is going to end up with a storm. It`s very hot and oppressive and the sky is very ominous looking with very black clouds. It nneds to break to cool things down a little. I love the hot sunny weather but not this humidity...ugh!
At last we have our classic photo view back and we now know what we`re looking at now we can have captions again. I thought I`d post a few photos of my flowers that are blooming at the moment. As Joan suggested I took photos of the newly planted pots and mangers and then I`ll take some more in a couple of weeks so they`ll be a marked change, if we get the right mix of sun and some light rain, more sun than rain hopefully...lol!
Anyway, I`m off to have a shower before watching some TV. Have a nice evening and take care. Bye for now. :o)
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Don't you just love this time of the year when the flowers are in bloom ? Wow, Russia in 20 days...I wouldn't want to go there as a tourist alone, but since Slava's family is there, I'm sure your time there will much different. I'm really looking forward to the pictures. Gabi says she hopes Jake is doing better soon. Linda in sunny and warm Washington
Sandra that will be a trip of a lifetime ~ I would love to go to Russia especially if I had relatives there to show me the sights ~ Glad Jakes paw seems to be OK ~could you send Danny over here my car could do with a nice clean ~ and I would gladly Iron a couple of his shirts :o) ~ glad we have our photos "Classic" back they are much nicer ~ and easier to view ~ hope your weekend is going well ~ Ally x
Hi Sandra !!!!!!!!!!!
I have been waking up early this weekend and fixing my usual cup of coffee. I have been feeling pretty good despite not being able to go camping. I hope your spirits have been lifted. I am glad to hear your back is better as well as Jake's paw.
I wish I were going with you to Russia. Russia has been one of the places I have always wanted to visit. Do take plenty of pictures and have lots of fun for me. Do tell your family I said hello for me. Its quite warm here in Atlanta, Georgia. We haven't gotten any rain as of yet except for a few tiny drops yesterday. Your flowers look beautiful. The flowers on our deck and in our backyard that we bought at Home Depot has been quite lovely.
Do take care Sandra.
Good news about Jake I hope he continues to improve ,and your back ,wow the next 20 days will fly by how lovely a trip to Russia ,,love Jan xx
I am glad that both you and Jake are doing better. Better take it easy so you will feel up to that trip. Your flowers are beautiful. Peonies have been long gone around here. Helen
I know what you mean about the heat at 5.30 this morning.....unfortunately, if what the forecasters say is true, it is going to get hotter and we will be a nation of people suffering from lack of sleep - not good!!!!
We had a wonderful hot and sunny day with blue skies most of the day, it came over hazy but it cleared again quite quickly! I'm so glad Jake's getting better, a bit more rest and he'll be good as new! I love peonies and delphiniums. I know you'll love your trip to Russia, only three weeks to go! Have a good week! Jeannette xx http://journals.aol.co.uk/jlocorriere05/Welcometomytravels/
Oh heck Sandra I know how you feel.It took me ages to sleep last night owing to the hotness.Today was a little cooler than yesterday but then the heavens opened at 7:30pm and its still at it.Glad to hear your back is better today.Heat is usually good for backs.Glad Jakes paw is also much better.Thats cool about you going to russia on 23rd of this month.That is one place i dont think id wanna go.Dunno what it is maybe cos its communist i dunno.Hope you enjoy it.The storm we had has done nothing to cool it down.Hope you enjoyed your shower.Take care and hope you have a lovely week and that Your back and Jakes paw are both soon better.
I'm feeling better...hope you are too..wish we lived closer we could have gone for a drink and a whinge...;-)
hugs
Lyn
Hope your Sunday ends better than it began, Sandra. Looking forward to hearing more about your Russian journey :-)
I was ever so pleased to hear that you and your dog are feeling better. As for the early rise, I too am having the same problem.
If I do not here from you, before you go on holiday and I would not blame you, I hope you have a wonderful time and that you are able to send us all a few 'pics.'
I have heard wonderful stories from the ex Russian students I used to come in contact with before I retired. Had I been a good traveller, I would have loved to see some of the sights that you are going to get the chance to see.
It is wonderful, through today's technology, that you can-so to speak-be our eyes while you are out there.
By for now,
John.
did the family crisis pass? I hope so. I love your pics....you are a master gardener.
I bet Russia will be quite the experience! I am glad to hear Jake is doing better too.
HUGS, lj
Hope the day ends better than it began, perhaps the coming storm will cool things off a bit. I'm sure by the time the actual date arrives for your trip to Russia, you will be excited and looking forward to it. Great news on Jake's paw. I was wondering the same thing as another reader, has your family crisis passed? (Hugs) Indigo
take care of yourselves and glad to Jake is feeling better.
Hugs Barb
((((((((((((((((((((HUGSTOYOU)))))))))))))))))))I cant wait to hear all about your trip,when you get back and take lots of pics.I am glad to see jake is feeling better.Have a nice week.
Glad to hear you and Jake are feeling better! I can relate all to well to being too hot to sleep! I keep my AC set at 80 and whenever I am cleaning or moving around a lot I get so hot!!!!! I think it is great you are off to Russia soon!
Kara :)
Glad your back is better and so is Jake's paw. We never got a storm here. Actually today is very overcast and quite chilly compared to the last couple of days. I am sure you will enjoy Russia.
Pleased to hear Jake's improving!
Angie, xx
Thank you for postining the pictures Sandra they are lovely very colourful. I was forced to move my peony three years ago and it is still in the cream puff and has not flowered again yet but looks good for next year. Love Joan.
Sandra
Great news about Jake and great news you are going to Russia. Now don't forget to let me know when you pop the photos in your journal.. The Hermitage is a must place to visit. Sandra it will blow your mind!!!!! You will be stunned. Don't forget to visit one of the many stalls and barter. I bought a beautiful Russian stamp album, huge. In excellent condition. It cost me $10. I only wished I bought the other one, but I was a bit worried about the weight of them both in my suitcase. With hindsight, I wish I bought it and struggled!!! I also bought two beautiful china russian dolls. The workmanship is amazing. Now you have a wonderful time, look forward to your story. Shona
Hi, Sandra
Me again, shona!! Just had a comment left on my Journal. This man loves his garden, he loves tomatoes..he is 93+ and Americas oldest blogger. He asked me if I knew of any journal writers from England, that would like to read his journal. He is a lovely man, he always calls himself "Dad", sweet. Ok, heres the link,
http://journals.aol.com/white6416r/DadsTomatoGardenJournal/
You can mention Shona sent you, ha ha. I have just had a thought, have you got any photos of Kew Gardens, on the journal, he would love that.
What beautiful flowers Sandra, I loved looking at them. And I'm sorry you have been feeling down. Hope you are better today. I think it would be kind of interesting to visit Russia. I can't wait to hear about it! : ) love, Shelly
Beautiful pics :-) So glad Jake's foot isn't factured ~ glad your back isn't too bad xx How sweet of Danny to clean out your car. Wow not long till you go to Russia ~ I'm sure you'll have a great time x
Jenny
Beautiful pictures Sandra!! Lovely! Glad we are able to post using the old method. I never liked the new method at all!
Take a lot of photos in Russia. I've always dreamed of going there. You are blessed.
Pam
Sorry my comment is rather late Sandra catching up still after all the probs I have had.The flowers are beautiful and I am sure your tubs etc will be too.I hope your back heals pretty quickly and Jakes paw too.Yes how fast time goes by.I remember you saying when you told us about the booking to Russia it would be here before we knew it and soon to be isn't it.I hope you like it.Not a country I have fancied,but when relations are there it makes a whole lot of differance.Take Care God Bless Kath
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"Each flower is a soul opening to nature." I love that quote. It's so poetic and feels so true. Your flower pictures are truly beautiful. The colors are dramatic and rich. It must give you so much joy to see the fruits of your hard work pay off so beautifully. I'm glad Jake's paw is getting better. Poor guy. It was nice of your son to wash your car ~ it was fair pay for having his ironing done! I'm looking forward to hearing about your trip and seeing pictures.
Hugs, Kathy
Mary and I are enjoying your journal So very interesting, glad we found you. I appreciate my friends in England. Would like to have more.
DAD
One place in the world I would like to visit... Russia :o)
Can't wait to hear all about your trip, and see the photo's Sandra.
Sara x
Russia will be a really interesting trip. I hope you post some pics on your return.
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Oh have fun in Russie. The time will be here before you know it. I love these little pelican birds. Hope all is well with you.
Hope you shake the bad moods. We all get them sometime.
Sonya
Hallo Sandra, Ivanovic lost in the French finals, she said through nerves. I think I will place a bet on her for the semi-finals and the winner of Wimbledon. Oh, just to say also, the horses were never placed, will try again next week. shona
Beautiful photos...loved them. Still get that rest!!! Have a great week.
Hugs,
Joyce
Flower pictures are beautiful. Half the fun of going on a trip is the planning. Can't wait to see the pics you take, you do a beautiful job of it. Little grandsons grow up very fast. Joni
Sandra, your flowers are gorgeous! I am looking forward to hearing all about your trip to Russia. I know that you won't sugar-coat it! Hope things have brightened for you by now!
Love,
susie
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