This morning Gary rushed in with an orchid he rescued from his daughter, ready to toss it, would I take it? Not a big fan of orchids, but I didn't want it tossed.
A morning tracery of shadows on the fence, and inside, here she is, with her friends and, outside, the first daffodil in bloom, always that one.
This afternoon brought a physical therapy session, very helpful, though not easy, and more useful suggestions about prep for the house and me for after the surgery. And how to resume post surgery therapy with Emil, which I would like to do rather than any other PT.
The exertion is the reason I fell asleep during Textiles and Tea, with Jon Riis, a wonderful tapestry artist who uses metallic threads and Swarovski crystals in his enormous works, some 5x10 feet.
He has spent time in India and China, and some of his slides are of Indian woven old and modern textiles, largely sari lengths.
The slide showing links is for cut and paste, because it's a picture of links rather than actual live links.
This was a great presentation, and the links are about works of his in museums.
I was interrupted in the middle, aside from falling asleep, by a questionnaire from the surgeon about how I'm doing. Everything from mood to self care and movement ability. No stone unturned.
Happy day, everyone, from a tired Boud doing all sorts of arrangements at once, it seems. Now I know why I'm tired -- turns out it's a symptom of my current situation. Doh!
Try to be wiser than your humble scribe. I don't think it will be hard!
Beautiful tapestry. Sounds like all systems go is a very high demand scenario. I'm with you on orchids but they can do rather exotically (is that a word?) beautiful when they condescend to flower.
ReplyDeleteI've had orchids with varying success, but I couldn't let one be tossed. It's busy around here,yes.
DeleteI seems like you medical care is very thorough, and that is good to know.
ReplyDeleteThis is a region of great medical care. My doctors are all from excellent training, so there's that. Good hands.
DeleteNo stone unturned, indeed, but all with your welfare in mind.
ReplyDeleteI need an assistant to keep up with the texts and calls and questionnaires!
DeleteI love Riis’s work! I have a fondness for orchids but have had little success with them. Those shadows on the wall are lovely.
ReplyDeleteI think shadows are always my favorite form of art. Riis is an exciting artist, isn't he? His works can take a year to complete, so intricate.
DeleteHuzzah for rescuing the refugee orchid! And I love that Icarus!
ReplyDeleteThe reluctant refugee!
DeleteI can understand being tired and falling asleep. I did that once at the movies. Love that no stone is left unturned. Here's to happy, healthy recovery. Cheers, Ivy.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the wishes! It all feels very energetic right now.
DeleteThat makes sense.
DeletePhysio has helped me through some bad bouts. It sounds like you have a good one there!
ReplyDeleteIt can make a big difference, and a good one is a treasure.
DeleteIt looks like a very productive day. I'm glad you can stick with Emil.
ReplyDeleteO am too. He's a great help
DeleteGood gracious...such beautiful textiles, and you with a body which needs caring. Yes, take as many naps as you need! Keep up with PT definitely! And adopt those orchids. I've one hanging on by a thread in water, pushing out little leaves just to show it's still alive.
ReplyDeleteLovely T and T this week. Yes, I'll do my best for the newcomer.
DeleteI've never had any success with orchids but they are pretty. The RC used to buy them for me when we were first dating but I learned to enjoy them while they bloomed and then give up on them after that.
ReplyDeleteI think you are quite deserving of a nap during T&T with all that you're coping with right now. Just the paperwork alone would be so much to deal with much less all the physio and other prep work. Take care of you!
It does feel like a lot right now. Read on about helpful handsome Son tomorrow
DeleteGood luck with the orchid. I have never had one but think they are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful textiles! True art! No surprise you fell asleep, though, with all you are going through right now. I do hope you get to keep your PT guy you like and all goes well from start to finish. :) :)
I think I can keep Emil, now that I know more about how to. I felt bad missing some of the textiles presentation because he's such a master.
DeleteI've had one orchid. It didn't go well. These are quite beautiful textiles. I like them. It's a lot to keep up with but it is good to know they are on top of things.
ReplyDeleteI can't complain about being neglected, certainly. Orchids are wonderful in bloom and not so much in the off season.
DeleteWhat amazing tapestries. It seems that he must have a vision and then he uses art to make it real.
ReplyDeleteIs there ever a time when Gary doesn't "rush in"?
That's how art works at its best. His is powerful.
DeleteRushing in is Gary's default!
I'm glad the PT and pre-op group are being so helpful to you. I've heard that the PT (pre-surgery and post-surgery) makes all the difference in a speedy recovery. So glad you are getting such great service.
ReplyDeleteYes general muscle and tendon fitness help quite a bit. Or so I hope!
DeleteBravo for rescuing the orchid! You know I approve. :)
ReplyDeleteThose are incredible textile works of art.
Somehow I thought you'd be pleased with the rescue.
DeleteYes, he's amazing. I didn't know of him before.
I’m always amazed at the creativity of people. I shouldn’t after all these years. But I am. I too am not a fan of orchids. They take too much babying just to produce one flower for a short period of time.
ReplyDeleteIt’s hard to rest when your used to being active. Unfortunately you must.
Yes, endless talent out there. My HP used to say that death would be my signal to slow down and rest!
DeleteA wonderful post, that art, the tapestries are amazing. Sounds like you've got a lot going on Boud and I wish you only the very best in all this. I'd like to keep checking in to see how goes things.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words. Yes, do stop in and enjoy.
DeleteI'm exhausted just reading about all these pre-surgery workups!
ReplyDelete(I'm working on Mike's computer these past couple of evenings because we have the nestcam up and running and I can catch up on computer stuff while watching owls pop in and out. They haven't settled into the nest yet but they're definitely house-hunting).
Those tapestries are astounding.
Chris from Boise
There's no end to the tests and questionnaires, some I suspect driven by fear of litigation!
DeleteSuch great news about the owls!!