I came very close to falling last night. We have steps everywhere outside. I needed to water some pots. I started down some steps at the spigot, I stumbled in slow motion. My bionic knee pogo-sticked me into the air. It was a miracle.
I have promised myself to stay on level ground until my surgery later this month.
I slithered out the front door to my chair. I sat quietly as hummingbirds zoomed across in front of me.
They love the Firecracker Vine. Males and females buzzed by my head. I enjoy the sound of their wings and the quick chirps they make.
Then not one, but two, Pileated Woodpeckers landed in a tree close-by. These two giants seemed to be conversing face-to-face on the trunk.
I am so grateful for these lovely visitors right outside my door. They are all the company I need.
FLOW with friends
floweralley 
Your post paints such a vivid picture—I’m glad you were able to avoid a fall, and it sounds like your bionic knee came to the rescue! It must have been magical to sit quietly and watch the hummingbirds and Pileated Woodpeckers so close by. Nature has a way of bringing peace and joy, even during challenging times. Wishing you all the best with your upcoming surgery—stay safe and enjoy the beauty around you! 🌿✨
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Thank you Ilze.
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I love those Pileated Woodpeckers. One year I had two juveniles hanging out all morning. Good luck with your knee. I pulled a thigh muscle and I know how frustrating it is when you want to do something and can’t.
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I am trying not to damage anything else before surgery. The near fall scared me into being cautious.
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I’m pleased you didn’t fall
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I am accident prone. I think about what I am doing, not where I am going. Thanks Knight
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Birds are the perfect complement to this beautiful vine. Take care of that knee!
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Thanks Eliza. If you plant it…they will come.
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Wow, a close call glad you weren’t hurt. What a wonderful place to quietly recover. Take care, Flow.
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I am trying to be careful and tell myself not to attempt certain tasks.
I used to be like a mountain goat climbing the banks to weed and plant.
I miss being strong and limber..
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