I just KNEW I was in trouble the minute I switched on my car's directional signals to get off the freeway to the street that takes me into the back way to the cardiologist complex. "My" street was closed to thru traffic because of construction...had to take a detour and that made me feel rushed, and running late. Wednesday morning, after my cardiologist exam/appt. I didn't walk in the area I had planned on walking. Mainly, 'cause it was quite foggy by the time I got out of the Dr.s office. Tho fog is pretty, being at the marina just doesn't do much in the ambiance of the masts and sailboats. Kinda blazè. So, I'll wait until there is a day filled with sunshine to walk there and take photos. Instead, I drove part way home along Ocean Drive and stopped at Cole Park to walk the trail there that follows the hilly coastline. The bay was quiet, both in foot traffic and the surf. Nice, calming and enjoyable. A good choice to unwind from the stress of nurses and doctors. They're good people, of course, but the idea of being there, for me, can be stressful....the white coat syndrome!!! The last time I was there, meds dosages were cut in half; this time, I got a bit of 'good news'....no need to see them again for A WHOLE YEAR! My stats -ekg, bp, etc.- [except for weight gain during the last year of covid and not much exercise] were "Text Book Perfect" according to the cardiologist. I do need to schedule a blood test for lipid and metabolic readings. He advised me around Mid-April. In other words...I'm free as a bird 'til March 2022. Whoa.
Back on the trail. It follows the coast line; the park grounds are narrow, but long ...the course is about 1/2 block wide, but 3+ miles one way in length. Lined with rocky cliffs, rocky beach, palm trees, cotillions, paved bike/pedestrian track, grassy knolls with benches for viewing the bay, and sculptures. Plus a new "memory garden". Which is kinda self-explanatory. A small section of land with sculptures and plaques of those that were innocent victims in crimes...photos will help understand, I think:
This last photo duo is of a palm tree on the left....the right shows a close up of what was in the cut fronds!! See 'em? Three of 'em?
Great news from your doctor. I always hate going for anything.
ReplyDeleteThe memory garden looks lovely but would be a rather sad place. All those people who died needlesly.
It's always nice to get good news from the doctor! What a great place for a bird's nest!
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ReplyDeleteCongrats on your good news and checkup. Love the views of the trail and palm trees. The pigeons look cute sitting in the tree. Take care, enjoy your day!
I know many who dislike pigeons but I have always loved them. we used to hadn feed the peanuts in the park in Savannah Ga.. good find in the palm. it is a lovely place for a memory garden and a peaceful place to wander. so happy for you the doc visit went so well and you are freeeeee as a bird
ReplyDeleteI love the last photo and I'm so happy to hear you got such great news from the doc!
ReplyDeleteGreat news to hear about your cardio exam! At the start when you spoke of the drive, I thought you were going to say that your BP was through the roof. Driving the expressway does that to me. My knuckles are bleach white by the time I get home. :-) So nice to see public art installations along the beach. Great photos!
ReplyDeleteHappy news; congratulations! All of your long nature walks have been doing you such a lot of good.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful wind dancer statue. Quite graceful. And I love those resourceful birds!
A successful day after a rough start, eh? Such good news and interesting images. Your daily experiences give a very positive boost to me. Every day is a good one in one way or another. The primrose picture is my very favorite! They remind me of our wild bindflowers.
ReplyDeleteHello Anni, So pleased you got this good news.The park looks like a peaceful place to sit and admire the view. Good shot of the birds in the Palm tree.Palm trees attract both large and small birds here in Portugal,...all those clevises make good hiding places for insects.
ReplyDeleteWonderful news from your cardio. So understand white coat syndrome. I have it in spades.
ReplyDeleteAmazing shot of the birds in the tree. What a great eye you have for spotting them.
That is great news!
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Yesssssss!!!!!!! An excellent report!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThankfully, I don't have "white coat syndrome." But! All my doctors were regular clothes. And the nurses wear pretty nurse-outfits. Seems quite sensible, since a lot of people do react, to those whittttteeeeeeeee coats. >,-)
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Oh those funny pigeons! I hope they don't lay an egg up there. That is great news from your cardiologist!
ReplyDelete"White Coat Syndrome" - my doctors say I have that... bp that is normally low spikes in the doctor and dentist's office. Goes down (they take it again) before I leave. Great news for you - not to have to see them for another year. I always feel that way too.... good to go for another year - hurray!
ReplyDeleteI also gained 5 pounds during this pandemic... (ate the same I think, but no exercise). But lost it already due to this last episode of whatever.
Always love your pics, Anni!
Great news from the doctor!!! I've actually lost a couple of pounds. Not eating out has helped!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful and thoughtful photos. SO haooy that you had a good checkup. But I do NOT agree that you don't get enough exercise!! You do SO MUCH walking!!! More than most people.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you and the good report at the doctor.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the good cardiologist news. And I love your pictures, as always. I spent a while looking for the three birds, and once I saw them I wondered how come I didn't see them right away!
ReplyDeleteI love hearing that I have a good heart more than any other good medical news. So congratulations! I had to enlarge the picture to see the birds, but after that I had no problem seeing them in the smaller photo. Go figure!
ReplyDeleteDoing a happy dance for you :)
ReplyDeleteSuch good news from the cardiologist.
I also enjoyed seeing your photographs.
All the best Jan
That is a beautiful bird!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great place to visit. I like those sculptures.
Great news from the cardiologist!
That's great news about the cardiologist! Love the pictures.
ReplyDeleteHello Anni,
ReplyDeleteThe Pigeons were a great find. I wonder if they are nesting there. The memorial gardens and statues are lovely. Looks like a pretty place to visit. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
I see them! And I'm so happy that you got a good report from your doctor! You're taking care of yourself...way to go! Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteIt's always nice to hear the all's well message from doctor. Beautiful pictures!
ReplyDeleteGreat news!! So I am sure you will be back out on the trails doing what you do best...photography all those fine feathered friends of yours and mine. And, hey, just in case you see any of "mine" that are on the way back home to us, (especially the little Rubies) tell them to hurry on for the feeders are out!:~)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you got a good report from your cardiologist! Yes, I get white coat syndrome too.
ReplyDeletethat is such a relief to hear that news from your dr.
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