I trotted off for my annual flu jab - offered free here for those over 65 or with particular needs. I consider it a privilege and would not miss it. The GP who administered the shot said: 'You don't look 74' - which pleased me far beyond what you might have expected! 😍 However, 'not looking 74' does entail a rather huge amount of effort these days!
Part of that effort was to choose to walk home the long way/the scenic route along the canal towpath. Since I moved out of Saltaire village it's not a route I take as often as I used to. It felt a bit like greeting old friends to see the three mill chimneys caught in a shaft of sunshine in the distance.
When I'd walked halfway home, I was caught in a huge downpour. It was a very squally, windy day so the rain was driving into my face. Hmmm. Not so much fun. But I soon dried off when I arrived home and I celebrated with a leisurely cup of coffee.
The autumn light is captured beautifully in your photos.
ReplyDeleteMy flu jab is on Friday; my employer offers it to everyone who works there (and family members) for free every year around this time.
Getting caught in a downpour on the way home has the advantage that you can get rid of your wet clothes immediately; I once got completely soaked on the way to to a work-related meeting and had to ask the staff at the location for a towel before I could even sit on a chair.
Very moody sky in the first photo. That was definitely the rain coming in.
ReplyDeleteI will get my shot next week. They are free for everyone here.
ReplyDeleteGood for you to keep protected from some of the bugs that are looking for hosts this season! Loved your photo of the three chimneys! Sorry you took a splash for the sake of art and exercise!
ReplyDeleteI don't think they start the flu jabs here until November but then I'll be getting mine, too.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! The light is perfect!
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