Recently I received a beautiful “Get Well” flower arrangement from a friend of mine. It really perked me up the day it was delivered and it continues to provide happy color on our living room table. After a nudge from Leanne, I thought I should try and take a picture of it or part of it anyway, so I got my camera out, blew off the dust and took a few pics. I will say that I’m still a bit loopy from these meds so not only is it difficult to sit at the computer for any length of time physically, it’s hard for me to concentrate! Sheesh!
Anyway, I wanted you all to know how much I appreciated your support. I’m moving along….slowly but surely. I’m actually right on track so I’m happy and grateful. I apologize for not following everyone’s blogs regularly but hopefully I’ll get back to a regular routine soon.
A Little Color Makes Me Happy
Laura Macky Photography 
August 24, 2014 at 11:49 am
Great to hear this!
August 24, 2014 at 11:56 am
Thank you Victor 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 11:51 am
Glad to hear you are on track. Just keep it on!
August 24, 2014 at 11:57 am
Thank you! That I am 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:00 pm
And you do spectacularly, meds and all!!! Beautiful photo! So glad to hear of your progress. Keep up the good work!
August 24, 2014 at 12:11 pm
Thank you so much 🙂 Yeah I tried backing off of them but way too soon for that.
August 24, 2014 at 12:21 pm
Glad to hear you are doing well. Don’t back off the meds too soon you you want to keep progressing forward! 😄 hope you didn’t shake too much today!
August 24, 2014 at 12:23 pm
Hi Cathy! yeah I tried that…not a good idea. It hasn’t even been two weeks. I AM doing so much better than the last time! So this morning I got an email from someone that asked if I was okay after the earthquake. Earthquake?? What earthquake? So I asked Dave if he felt the earthquake. He looked at me wide-eyed and said that I woke up screaming about the earthquake, but I don’t even remember! I guess those meds I’m taking for pain for my knee replacement are working. LOL!
August 24, 2014 at 8:10 pm
Glad you are doing better! Yes that was a big earthquake! Glad you are,ok!
August 24, 2014 at 12:36 pm
Gentle steps…
nice Picture, nice control of light.
August 24, 2014 at 12:47 pm
Thank you Stephen 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:38 pm
Hi Cathy, good to see you are taking up the camera again, if only on a limited basis. Progress on schedule sounds great. It also sounds as if you are having the confidence and experience with the knee operation to be able to judge your progress. Yah!
Very nice image of the flower. I too like the colors.
Tim
August 24, 2014 at 12:47 pm
Cathy?? You mean Laura right? 😛 I am doing well this time. What a different experience! Thanks Tim. 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:53 pm
Sorry on the name. You could think I was the one on numbing substances.
“Different experience!” I hope in a positive way.
You’re welcome. I look forward to seeing more images as you progress to full health.
August 24, 2014 at 12:55 pm
Yes definitely better. Last knee was just horrible. This one seems so much easier. No worries about the name…lol…it made me laugh. 😀 Thank you so much for your support. Hopefully tomorrow I’ll get back to looking at everyone’s blogs.
August 24, 2014 at 12:39 pm
It’s lovely Leanne! Like my blog says, just take it one day at a time 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:48 pm
Hi Sarah….thank you….even though I’m not Leanne! lol
August 26, 2014 at 5:09 am
That’s what happens when I use my phone to comment and it “guesses” what I’m about to write!! Sorry Laura. I am glad you’re on the road to recovery now 🙂
August 26, 2014 at 7:00 am
LOL…it happens to all of us on our devices. You should see the word that replaces “shot” sometimes! Thanks, Sarah.
August 26, 2014 at 2:17 pm
There are loads of examples of it online actually! Some of the things people have ended up texting to each other are hilarious 🙂 Take care hun!
August 26, 2014 at 6:46 pm
Oh I’ve seen those too..,they are hilarious!
August 24, 2014 at 12:41 pm
Nice to see you! Glad to hear that you are healing and moving forward. One day at a time. Hugs! Jamie
August 24, 2014 at 12:48 pm
Thanks Jamie 🙂
August 26, 2014 at 4:56 pm
;-D
August 24, 2014 at 12:44 pm
Hi Laura … so pleased that your are recovering. Fabulous! And your photos are as wonderful as ever. Glad you blew off that dust 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:49 pm
hehe Thank you Julie. 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:52 pm
Sending you warm thoughts for quick recovery. The flowers are beautiful.
August 24, 2014 at 12:53 pm
Thank you Tiny…on both counts! 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:54 pm
Wishing you the best for a steady and rapid recovery. Great photo. I don’t think you’ve lost your touch 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 12:56 pm
Thanks Dan! I felt sort of lost for a few minutes in Lightroom since I literally just learned it before I had the surgery..it’s definitely something one has to keep doing all the time. I appreciate your support.!
August 24, 2014 at 12:58 pm
It is great to hear from you, Laura. I’m glad you are on track. Be cheerful and remember that you have many rooting for you. Your photo is lovely :-).
August 24, 2014 at 1:03 pm
Thank you! I’ve been pretty cheerful I think this time. I feel infinitely better than the last time so there’s lots to be cheery about. I’m just sorta discombobulated with the meds lol. Loopy Laura. 😛
August 24, 2014 at 1:02 pm
Hi Laura,
I hope you are feeling better. You still have the knack. Lovely flowers always makes one feel better. Take care.
Leslie
August 24, 2014 at 1:03 pm
Thank you so much Leslie 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 1:03 pm
Even under meds you produce fantastic images. So happy to hear you are doing well. Sending all the best wishes!!!
August 24, 2014 at 1:09 pm
loool…thank you! I appreciate your wishes too…truly I am blessed!
August 24, 2014 at 1:22 pm
Great photo. Take good care of yourself and we will wait for you here 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 2:26 pm
Thank you Irene 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 1:26 pm
So beautiful an dope you are feeling much better.
August 24, 2014 at 2:26 pm
Thank you so much! It felt good to get behind the lens again
August 24, 2014 at 1:39 pm
Did you jump out of bed this morning? Get back to jumping soon..
August 24, 2014 at 2:27 pm
LOL not quite. Believe it or not my hubby said I was screaming earthquake! And he calmed me down. I have no recollection of it whatsoever. Must be the meds, lol.
August 24, 2014 at 2:52 pm
I was in the RV when it hit… That was fun:)
August 24, 2014 at 6:07 pm
Oh no! I hope everything is ok,
August 24, 2014 at 1:51 pm
Great to hear that you’re on the mend. I couldn’t see any “loopy” in that picture. Very nice. Hang in there and you’ll be back to normal before you know it.
August 24, 2014 at 2:28 pm
Thanks George! I just made it before I konked out.
August 24, 2014 at 1:58 pm
Get well, Laura. We miss you. Love the photo!
August 24, 2014 at 2:28 pm
Thank you!
August 24, 2014 at 2:09 pm
Laura, darling, I just heard about the quake! Hoping and praying you weren’t hard hit (or going to be by any aftershocks)!!!! You’re in my heart for healing *anyway*—stay safe!!!
xoxoxo,
Kathryn
August 24, 2014 at 2:29 pm
We are fine although I screamed last night and my hubby had to calm me down. At least that’s what he said. I don’t remember any of it! I have good meds evidently. lol. Thank you Kathryn, 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 6:23 pm
Some things are so much better forgotten. Especially post-surgical pain *plus* a big honkin’ earthquake. Happy hypnotism, my sweet! 😉
xo
August 24, 2014 at 7:30 pm
Hugs
August 24, 2014 at 2:27 pm
Beautiful photo of your flower arrangement. Glad to hear you’re on the mend. Hope you will soon be over the worst of the recuperation and back to normal.
I’ve pretty much abandoned my blog since my husband had a knee replacement this past February. He’s still not quite 100%, but he’s doing okay. However, I think I spoiled him in the beginning and now he’s milking it for all it’s worth. 🙂
Looking forward to seeing more gorgeous photos from you once you’re all healed up.
Kathy
August 24, 2014 at 2:31 pm
LOL Kathy…about your hubby milking it hahahaha. I’m cracking up but I’m so sorry to hear he’s not 100%. It took me a year and I still wasn’t and am not 100% regarding the first knee I had done although it’s better than what it was. I hope he feels better. Sometimes it takes 1-1/2 to 2 years to feel normal, at least that’s what I hear.
August 30, 2014 at 1:27 am
Glad I could make you laugh! lol And thanks, I hope my hubby feels better soon too. Sure glad your first knee is better than what it was. That 1 1/2 to 2 years sounds like an eternity! It’s only been 6 months for him. Not sure he’ll ever feel normal again, but I guess we’ll find out as time drags slowly onward. Sure hope your recovery is going faster than his.
August 30, 2014 at 1:48 am
Yeah I sure wish my right knee were better than what it is but at least it’s better than what it was. Keep telling myself that anyway lol. Problem was in waited way too long on that one. The one recovering from wasn’t delayed so I hope ill fatal great after this one to make up for the first one. And yes, thanks for the laugh…always welcomed. 😀
August 24, 2014 at 2:28 pm
Gorgeous Laura. I think you did a great job. I hope it felt good to be snapping again.
August 24, 2014 at 2:32 pm
Thanks Leanne :). I have to say that I was so excited to be taking pics! It felt really good in fact. Thank you for the nudge, 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 2:45 pm
getting back in the saddle I see….wonderful, I hope you are feeling as great as that photo. 🙂 all the best Laura. ~ Dave
August 24, 2014 at 6:06 pm
Thanks Dave 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 2:48 pm
Greetings from Mr. Bowie and the human! Wishing you all the best, Laura! Love the photograph.
August 24, 2014 at 6:07 pm
Mr. Bowie!!! Oh yeah and your human, lol….thank you! 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 2:57 pm
A lovely picture – how courageous of you to blog when you are not feeling 100% but it’s great that you shared this picture – all the very best Laura
August 24, 2014 at 6:08 pm
Thank you so much Diana 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 4:11 pm
Stunning photo dear. Take care of yourself and keep that man in the kitchen churning out wonderful creations for you. lol
August 24, 2014 at 6:11 pm
Thank you Sue :). Tonight was Emeril lagasse’s vegetarian chili with polenta. Yum!
August 25, 2014 at 2:19 pm
Any leftovers? Fed Ex is my friend. lol
August 25, 2014 at 2:57 pm
Awwwe fresh out plus shipping to Australia Is shockingly high!
August 25, 2014 at 3:01 pm
*pouts*
August 24, 2014 at 4:24 pm
Great shot even if you are in an altered state 🙂 Glad you are getting better and on track for a recovery. All your friends know where you are, so don’t worry about the blogging – take care of yourself and follow the house doctor’s orders.
August 24, 2014 at 6:12 pm
An altered state, lol! You can say that again! Thank you Robert. 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 4:05 am
I just know from having been there myself 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 7:31 am
Oh me too but that was “back in the day” hehehe. 😛
August 25, 2014 at 3:10 pm
My most recent visit to nod land was my bypass surgery – not THAT long ago 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 4:33 pm
Oh no! I hope you are good as new. Glad you are still with us!!!
August 25, 2014 at 5:31 pm
Likewise – although some days more than others 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 7:22 pm
Relates! 🙂
August 24, 2014 at 4:26 pm
So pleased you are recovering according to plan. Beautiful photo.
August 24, 2014 at 6:12 pm
Thank you so much. :). Oh and me too!
August 24, 2014 at 4:45 pm
Hugs from England. Be well
August 24, 2014 at 6:13 pm
Awwwe how sweet! Thank you!! Hugs back from California
August 24, 2014 at 5:11 pm
Being loopy didn’t diminish your skills any, good job on the photo! 🙂
Happy to see a post from you and even happier to hear that you’re getting better. Thanks for the update.
August 24, 2014 at 6:13 pm
Maybe being loopy helped lol. Thanks much…I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
August 24, 2014 at 6:43 pm
good to see you here.
hope things are going well.
August 24, 2014 at 7:32 pm
Thanks Gav…I’m chugging along. I’m a bit sporadic in my following….I know that once I feel better I’ll be back to checking everyone’s posts. I hope you bear with me during this time. Thank you!
August 24, 2014 at 9:03 pm
Sporadic is expected.
Glad u is ok.
August 24, 2014 at 11:43 pm
i had no idea you are sick. get well soon.
August 25, 2014 at 12:07 am
Beautiful shot, Laura. Get well sooooon!
August 25, 2014 at 7:30 am
Thank you FND! I appreciate it. 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 4:20 am
Great shot Laura! Glad your recovery is going good and on track.
August 25, 2014 at 7:31 am
Thank you Justin…slowly getting back up to speed!
August 25, 2014 at 5:19 am
The photo is so beautiful, and the fact that these flowers touched your heart makes it more special. Keep,up the good work in your recovery.
August 25, 2014 at 7:31 am
I love the way you put that and they really did Shelby. Thank you so much!
August 25, 2014 at 5:21 am
great colour
August 25, 2014 at 7:32 am
That’s me! Thank you. 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 5:51 am
Glad to hear your on the mend and from experience I know how hard recovery can be esp with strong meds. Your shot is beautiful I particularly like the lighting,it brings real drama to the scene.
August 25, 2014 at 7:33 am
Thank you so much Ben. And unfortunately you know about strong meds it seems. Most of the day I’m a bit loopy, lol. And yes more than usual! LOL. Thank you for your comment on the lighting. It’s what I liked best about it too.
August 25, 2014 at 6:33 am
I guess you can tell from the number of responses that everyone following your blog is anxious for you to get well quickly! We are not pushing you, but we surely do miss you and your camera.
August 25, 2014 at 7:33 am
Thank you Beth 🙂 I’m hoping to do a couple shots a week while I’m recovering. That’s my goal anyway. I’m so glad you missed me! I miss being here SO much.
August 25, 2014 at 8:14 am
beautiful art and composition Laura and great macro!!! Get well!!!
August 25, 2014 at 8:26 am
Thank you so much! Boy did I love getting my camera out and processing a photo even though my eyes were crossed LMAO.
August 25, 2014 at 8:31 am
I’ve been there too Laura!! lol.
August 25, 2014 at 11:58 am
Take your time getting well dear Laura….
August 25, 2014 at 12:53 pm
Glad to hear you are making progress! Speed on!!
August 25, 2014 at 2:04 pm
Thank you 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 4:44 pm
Laura, we’re going out dancing this weekend if you’re up for it! 😉
August 25, 2014 at 5:17 pm
Yeah right! lol Don’t I wish. 🙂
August 26, 2014 at 1:27 pm
Slow dancing?
August 26, 2014 at 6:41 pm
Just in my dreams. 😛
August 25, 2014 at 5:26 pm
Glad to know you are getting well
August 25, 2014 at 7:22 pm
Thank you 🙂
August 25, 2014 at 7:10 pm
Laura, even ‘under the influence’ your photography is great. Take care and take your time getting back into your old routine.
Blessings ~ Wendy ❀
August 25, 2014 at 7:23 pm
Under the influence lol….thank you Wendy
August 28, 2014 at 3:46 pm
This is beatiful – so fine composed. I’m glad to read, that you are in progress – I hope you will soon be completely recovered.
August 28, 2014 at 4:15 pm
Thank you very much for the kind comment about my photo! And also for the wishes….I hope so too. 🙂
September 1, 2014 at 7:09 am
I have not found what happened to you yet…but I will! I pray for your wellness! ❤
September 1, 2014 at 7:50 am
Oh…I had a knee replacement Lorrie. Thank you for inquiring! I’m now almost three weeks out.
September 1, 2014 at 8:07 am
I trust that you are healing beautifully!! ❤
September 1, 2014 at 7:50 am
and thank you for your prayers even more :))
September 2, 2014 at 9:20 am
Apologies for being away and not wishing you well in your recovery sooner…been dealing with my hand/arm issues flaring up. Just wanted to pop in and say “hi” and so glad you’re recovering well! We still need to set up a skype chat too! 🙂
September 2, 2014 at 9:35 am
Ut oh….Thank you for letting me know and I know only too well how those things are. Best to rest! I’m not myself either right now so I’m not checking others’ blogs like I normally would. I’m barely keeping up here on my own. We are a mess! Soon to be healed though…….sometime! lol