June in The Humble Bungalow Garden
is all about the roses.
Constance Spry is putting on a fabulous show here on the pergola.
The side garden patio is nestled between a lush border of Lady's Mantle
a bed with two apple trees, various roses and foxgloves.
It's a lovely spot to sit and take tea.
I snapped this photo while sitting with my tea...
you can see the tool shed through the "jungle!"
My husband and I went on the Victoria Hospice Teeny Tiny Garden Tour.
We really enjoyed our day perusing the various gardens on the tour.
I got a few ideas to add to our garden...
for example we could use a water feature, and some more planters with annuals.
I'd also like to find some bamboo wind chimes and a tall wind ornament.
We have volunteered our garden for the fundraising tour next year...
it will be up to the coordinator in charge to decide if ours is worthy.
Climbing Royal Sunset Rose
fragrant and a vigorous growing variety.
Jude the Obscure is blooming!
It is my favourite rose.
I actually Love So Many Roses...
it is rather difficult choosing just one favourite.
The Miraclesuit shown here is 3 or 4 years old and is losing it's shape.
The Aqua Fit classes are fabulous fun!
I didn't know how much I would enjoy them.
The class is an hour and we are moving continuously.
The movements do not aggravate my arthritis or hurt my joints.
I dislike swimsuit shopping but I NEED a NEW one.
There is a limit on the number of suits that you can take into the change room
so you can try on maybe 6 then have to get dressed and take back the 6 to the clerk at the desk.
So it makes swimsuit shopping a really frustrating challenge.
It was a surprise finding this black suit.
I had already been to the Marshall's store 4 times in search of a decent style and fit.
Well this just proves that old saying...if at first you don't succeed Try Try Again.
Simon Chang
The wrap style is flattering.
I chose the size up for added comfort.
I am short so the adjustable straps are a nice feature.
The suit was $35 and I couldn't believe what good value it was.
My physio appointments are weekly and I am getting IMS treatments.
I have had two sessions so far.
I am hopeful that these will help loosen up the taut and tight muscles
that are causing the pain in my lower back.
My doctor recommended them so I am hoping that they will make a difference.
It will be nice not to need any pain medication and be able to walk 5km as well as attend the Aqua Fit classes.
Sleep is much better with a thick pillow propped underneath my knees.
I lie on my back which is the most comfortable position.
I am learning to relax my back and get a better sleep.
Back to the garden...
Lady Angela a fragrant David Austin Rose is blooming.
She is a pretty variety and is trained as a climber.
Lots of flowers repeat throughout the summer.
I like to have some fresh flowers above the kitchen sink.
I spend a lot of time washing dishes and gazing out the window.
Eagles often soar high above in the sky floating in the air.
We live in an area quite close to the downtown and yet we have lots of urban wildlife.
Deer, raccoons, European Wall Lizards, eagles, owls, crows and various songbirds.
There are always some animal antics or birds entertaining us in the garden.
~ Hey Jude ~
Buds
Blooms Present and Past
I've been busy this week and am planning some quiet time.
My energy and enthusiasm for social events are not always in sync.
Do you schedule days where you stay at home and relax?
I find I like to be out and about so much more than recharging at home.
You would think that I might not want to miss out on something!
(Life can be so full of fun that it is a challenge to wean myself off of the excitement)
After chatting with, and reading blog posts from women my age
I have found that many are "under the weather" because
they have been "burning the candle at both ends."
So as an observer
I have made note and am going to enact a day of quiet.
Perhaps a Spa Day?
Spa Day Bath Salt Recipe
What do you like to do when you feel the need for some self care?
Do you book yourself into a hotel?
Reserve a pampering package of treatments at a local spa?
Stay in your pajamas all day read a good book, sip tea and munch on chocolate?
I do love a great chocolate bar...
Lindt creamy milk chocolate with hazelnuts is my current favourite.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog.
Take Care
~ Be Well and Be Kind ~
10 comments:
I just finished reading Just One Thing , Dr M. Mosley. So much self care in a book. Good luck with IMS . Worked a treat for me , and each time I made sure to ask the PT for back exercises to help loosen those muscles.
barb
What a refreshing, restorative post! The flowers are gorgeous. As for recharging, I recently stayed in Victoria to catch up with a friend visiting from Ontario. I took full advantage of the spa in the hotel. What a treat. The facial was amazing. I came away feeling as if I'd been on a longgg holiday. I have taken up reformer pilates for my sore back. It's been eye-opening. The sessions are one-on-one and man, she works me hard. I am noticing the importance of doing the homework between sessions. She's off to university in September and I'm going to miss her. Hope I find someone equally as good. All the best with your aquafit classes. Love the new suit. You did get a steal.
What a treat to see all those beautiful pics of your wonderful garden! I can almost smell the roses. Your new suit is very cute! I found one at the thrift store (WIN) last year for $6.95 - what luck! I'm actually having a self-care day today, just staying home and relaxing on my own. Internet, read, nap in the sun with my kitty.
Your garden is certainly worthy of a tour!!! The flowers are stunning and I imagine you put a great deal of work into maintaining such a lovely space. I am still working full-time, so I do cherish my 'alone' time to recharge and regroup. I keep most of my weekends free and try not to schedule too many social activities in one month. I must say that I enjoy your posts because they cover such a wide variety of topics.
Barb ~ I think that the IMS is working! I am finding the pain has decreased somewhat and am feeling very positive. I asked about exercises and the physio said to wait and see how these treatments work before adding them...she knows that I am doing aquafit and totally approves.
Kelly ~ Oh what a fun way to meet up with a friend and enjoy a posh hotel and take advantage of the spa! Sounds like bliss :-))
Beth B ~ Thank you for your lovely comment...I often wonder if I ramble on too much! I find my posts can be all over the map :-)) I do like to chat a lot!
Sheila ~ I think you got the BEST bathing suit bargain! I haven't see any suits at WIN in my size...I would buy one though if I saw one as the chlorine is very hard on the swimsuits.
Hope that you enjoyed your at home Self Care Day!
I just learned a new acronym JOMO, the joy of missing out. Sometimes I get myself too busy. Quiet home times with a good book can be happy times. Joanne
Loved this post - it is so relaxing to look at your flowers and garden. When you write, it is as if you are chatting to a friend, so enjoyable. Thank you for your delightful posts!
Leslie, your garden and roses look just beautiful. Like a secret garden escape! Are you able to sit, relax and enjoy it, or do you jump up and tend to chores you think need doing? As I get older I'm finding I can sit still in the garden a little more than I used to.
Beautiful, beautiful roses!
My advice about swimsuits is when you find one you like, buy 2 if available. You can rotate them or keep one as a newbie when your other starts to look tatty!
Put off the dreaded swimsuit shopping!
Joanne ~ JOMO it is :-)) I like the idea!
Anonymous ~ I feel like I am chatting when I write my posts!
Brenda N ~ I can sit and enjoy the garden for small chunks of time...perhaps I should plan for longer but I usually have an eye out for weeds and things that need to be done. If I have attended my aquafit class I relax more in the chair as I have done my aerobic activity for the day.
Anonymous ~ I could have purchased two swimsuits...they had multiples in the size I wear. I actually never even considered the idea...it's a great tip Thank you!
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