Signs 22 April 2026 And Update

Linking to Tom's Signs: https://backroadstraveller.blogspot.com/

I saw this sign when I was last at the physio and I really liked it. Very apt!! 

I had my hospital appointment today and got discharged. He was happy with my progress and was amazed at how well I am doing after 4.5 months and considering how serious the injury was. He was impressed I was walking unaided too! He said to continue with the physio for the next few months at least. He said whatever I am doing to keep doing it as I am doing so well and regaining movement in the ankle! He did say, though, it'll never be back to 100% but we are aiming for 70% or 80%. I said to him I am walking and driving and happy to be able to do this. So all in all a good report. 

A Witch's Hat

 

I spotted this flower in a recent Garden Centre visit and thought it looked like a Witch's Hat. I didn't see her nearby though! It's a Purple and White Viola.

The Hielanman's Umbrella

 

This is the Hielanman's Umbrella in Glasgow. You can read about it HERE. It's part of Glasgow Central Station. It was a sunny and rainy day in Glasgow when I took these back in March. I hadn't spotted the gull in the second photo until I was cropping it!

First Butterfly Of 2026

 

This is the first Butterfly of the year. I saw it a few weeks ago when I was on the school run. It was a rather nice day and I saw it flying about then it rested near my car and got a good photo. It's a Peacock Butterfly.

Caturday: Cleo's Close Up

 

This is Cleo, my wee black cat with the white bib. She was happy for me to take this close up photo of her. She really is the most photogenic cat in our house!

A Happy Pigeon

 

We spotted this Pigeon on a short walk recently. I had taken seeds with me and fed it. I tried to capture the lovely colours on its neck.

Ikea Glasgow View

 

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We were in Ikea recently and grabbed lunch. They do nice Plant Based Meatballs and unlimited coffees, so I'm in lol. I was looking out the window and really liked the view of the hills in the background. 

Pinky

 

This is a Pink Daisy (Bellis perennis). I spotted it in a garden centre and really liked the texture and colour.

They Are Everywhere

 

You know Spring is here when you see the Crocuses. What is the plural of Crocus? Crocuses or Croci? These are the purple and white ones.

A Grand View

 

Another photo from The National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. I really liked the inside of the building, very grand indeed. 

A Sunny Hoverfly

 

This is an oldie! This hoverfly was enjoying the sunshine!

Caturday: Cali Up The Tree

 

Cali was happy to be at the top of the cat tree. The human kitten was annoying her so she went up high! Trying to teach the human kitten how to be around cats. She gets super excited around them!

One Happy Crow

 

This crow was happy to see me. When I visit the pond I always put seeds down for the crows. I also put the duck food pellets at the edge of the water for them too. Crows are awesome.

A Wee Weevil

 

Isn't this little weevil lovely? Check out the colours! Stunning.

Scarlet Elf Cup

 

Scarlet Elf Cups here. I have posted a few of these over the years. I sadly missed them this year due to my injury. They are lovely bold red mushrooms and edible too!

Ready To Jump

 

This Ringed Teal was ready to jump back into the water, though there is something he isn't sure about. Maybe waiting for me to take the photo?

Oystercatcher

 

This is an Oystercatcher. The name would imply they are found near the water and not inland. I live in Central Scotland nowhere near the coast but we have plenty Oystercatchers here. I remember talking to another walker and he commented on this fact too! I love seeing them and really must get more photos.

Interesting Texture

 

I really liked the texture and pattern on this tree. I am not entirely sure what type of tree is it, anyone know?

Caturday: Cleo On The Fridge

 

Part of the Cats On The Fridge Series. Stitch appeared in January HERE! Cleo decided to go up on the fridge too. Isn't she just a little cutie pie!

Patterns In The Sky

 

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A lovely pattern of clouds and can you spot the moon too?

A Happy Couple

 

One from last summer. A pair of Damselflies mating! A happy couple indeed!!

It's April!

 

Happy April everyone! Today I am 4 months post op and doing really well considering how bad my injury was. Sadly, the weather isn't complying, I don't think it knows we are in Spring!

This is Greater Stitchwort (Stellaria holostea).

Lots Of Ducks!

 

This is an old one from the archives 2021! Lots of Mallard ducks. That summer I went up most days to feed them and they grew to trust me and knew I would feed them! I was rewarded with good photos. 

Black Carrion Beetle

 

This is a little Black Carrion Beetle or Black Snail Beetle (Phosphuga atrata). I made friends with it, as you can see! Lovely little thing.

Bluebell

 

I really liked this bluebell. It's so pretty.

Caturday: Sweet, Sweet Cali

 

This is Cali, isn't she gorgeous.

Don't Be Crabby

 

This crab was very curious when I was taking its picture. This is through glass and I think it turned out really well. Lovely little thing.

Melting Minerals

 

When I was still struggling to walk a few months ago, we visited The National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. I was using the wheelchair at this point as I couldn't walk far at all. We managed to see a lot and I got a good few photos. I was drawn to this, I really liked the colours and texture. 

California Sea Lions

 

Two of the Californian Sea Lions playing at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. We went there last year and need to get back again soon.

A Sunny Starling

 

This is a lovely Starling. I've posted this bird before. It's gorgeous and I really think the sun shows off its colours.

The Pond

 

I love ponds. Everying in and around them. They have such wonderful insects, birds, wildlife and plants. Can't wait to get back out there and visit them!

A Purple Flower For A Tribute

 

This is Geranium Rozanne, it's a lovely purple flower. I am posting this as a tribute to my friend's dad who passed away on the 22nd March at 7.15pm. I hadn't blogged last night as I had to run her to the Care Home and it was about a 30 minute drive, which ankle managed to handle okay! We didn't get home until about 1am. RIP.

Caturday: Cali and Stitch

 

This is Cali and Stitch together on our bed. Cali at the top and Stitch at the bottom. Both had just woken up. Those with a keen eye will notice it's a Hallowe'en Duvet....sadly I only own Hallowe'en and Christmas Duvet Covers!!

RIP Chuck Norris. A true legend.

Out In The Woods

 

This is from last year when I was in the woods! I think it looks like Jelly Ear Fungus. I love taking photos of mushrooms.

So after yesterday waiting for them to come to collect the aids, the guy refused to take the wheelchair we bought because it wasn't "official". Oh my! So I'll give it to a charity shop next week. At least I tried!

Colourful Coral

 

I liked this Coral it has nice colours.

Last few days have been decent, well no rain counts as decent in Scotland. Sadly been waiting in for parcels so haven't been out and it's looking like I have to stay in tomorrow too. Today I have them coming to collect my walking aids. Was told to "just bin the boot". I don't understand, they could renew the sock and reuse it. Crazy as these boots are expensive. No wonder the NHS is in crisis!!!

A Loving Parent

 

This is way back in time! 2021!!! It is at the pond and the Coot is feeding its young. A lovely moment.

A Sunny Crow

 

I really like how this one turned out. Absolutely love crows!

Happy St Paddy's Day, it's a big thing in Scotland. But more importantly it's my partner's birthday today, Happy Birthday to him 💓.

Snail Pattern

 

I really like this pattern. Snails are amazing little cute things I think.

Happy Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day. 

The flower is a Dianthus and thought it was a lovely flower to post today. The other is the gift my daughter got for me today. 

Caturday: Tail Cuddle

 

Here we have Abby the white cat and Jethro the Bengal cat. Jethro's tail is cuddling Abby. I've said before Jethro isn't doing so good and very thin. He is still eating & drinking, using his litter tray, grooming and seeking cuddles. 

I have lost all my family, my last passed in 2011 but I've never lost an animal and I think it will just be as bad or worse. I take comfort in the fact that all 6 are loved and are having good lives with us.

Not Everything Is Black And White

 

This is one of the Zebras from Chessington Zoo. He has a lovely pattern I think and was enjoying the sunshine.

Good news too...had my physio today and he said my ankle is getting stronger and doing well. He said to go down to one crutch for walking outside. Need to keep up with the exercises, been a bit lax though since I started walking without the boot. 

Reaching For The Stars

 

This little slug was in my house and it was reaching for the stars, so I decided to take a photo of it! Slugs often come into my house and I put them back outside again. I know a lot of people don't like slugs but they are so important.

Orange Ladybird

 

This is an orange Ladybird. A bit different from the normal looking Ladybirds. It's lovely I think.