Monday, August 03, 2009

Seeing All the Blues!

Well, folks, my cataract surgery last Monday went great! I don't even have any swelling or a little blood-shot to show you! Other than being a little off-balance, I even felt like I could see well enough to drive home, but I didn't, my sister drove, don't worry! The eye doctor has a cute little shtick where he gives patients a brightly colored African violet when they leave because now the patient can see and enjoy the colors and varied textures of the plant.The first time I took a pink one, intending to share it for a Pink Saturday, but I forgot. This time my mom made sure I got a blue one. I LOVE it even more than the pink one, which is still looking beautiful, by the way. My goal is to keep them both alive for at least a year.
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22 comments:

  1. Hi Elizabeth :-) What a pretty violet. I miss having a couple around the house... may just have to stop by the garden shop tomorrow. Pleasant day!

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  2. Hi Elizabeth, what a pretty blue violet.
    Glad to hear your cataract surgery went well. I would be so afraid...what if they slip!
    Happy Blue Monday...
    ~Ann

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  3. What a wonderful thought. The flower is a beautiful. I didn't know you had surgery but good to know that it went well :-) Hope you recover progressively.

    Happy Blue Monday!

    Li

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  4. Your mom is wonderfully supportive. I love African violets, but the best news is that your surgery went so well. God is good! Thanks for sharing. Happy Blue Monday.

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  5. Hello Elizabeth, how pretty! Happy Blue Monday! I love violets but I have a hard time trying to grow them in this house. My first house had the right sun for them. How sweet of your mother and I'm so glad that your surgery went so well!
    Bless you, Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  6. Pretty violet. I'm so glad your surgery went well. You'll be amazed at all the colors now.
    Ciney

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  7. I am so glad your surgery went well! African Violets remind me of my godmother. She grew them so well, but alas, I don't have luck with them. Your photo is a sweet memory for me this morning.

    Happy Blue Monday!

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  8. Glad things went well with your eye surgery!
    The Violets are beautiful!!!

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  9. Your violets are beautiful.. I'm glad your surgery went well. Mr. P had it done in February and is getting along famously..hugs ~lynne~

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  10. I'm so glad it went well, girl, and what a cool thing for the doctor to do! So kindhearted!!!!! I've heard African violets are hard to take care of. Are they?

    Justine :o )

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  11. How unique, for the Dr to give a plant. I like it. It got you talking about him, didn't it? Guess that could be one reason or he might just really be a nice guy.

    Either way...it is a very pretty plant. My Grandmother has the magic touch with plants and used to grow lovely African Violets.

    Becky K
    Hospitality Lane

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  12. Hi Elizabeth, your violet is beautiful and so glad your eyes are better!

    Thanks for following Bella Vista and entering my giveaway. The very best of luck to you!

    Happy Blue Monday.

    Barb :-)

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  13. Pretty violet! They need an awful large amount of daylight to keep blooming. My mom kept hers in an east window, and they bloomed nearly non-stop!

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  14. Howdy Elizabeth
    I am so glad to hear it all went well and what a cool violet to take home :)Smart Doctor .
    Thank you for sharing today.
    Happy Blue Monday !
    May all the rest of your week be filled to over flowing with many happy moments.
    Hugs
    Happy Trails

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  15. Lovely violet
    Happy Blue Monday and have a nice day
    ♥Ita

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  16. Hello Elizabeth, I am so glad to hear your eye surgery went well. I have the start of cataracts and I'm a bit fearful of surgery. I feel better now. Your violet is beautiful. How sweet of your doctor. Enjoy them.

    Have a happy day Elizabeth.

    Hugs...Jeanne

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  17. I am happy that your surgery went well. What a thoughtful gesture on the doctor's part. Plants are always such a great gift.

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  18. hello Elizabeth,
    So glad your surgery went well and you can enjoy that sweet African Violet! Have a wonderful week...

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  19. I am so glad your eye surgery went well. You are fortunate to have a doctor that cares enough give you this lovely plant. Knowing all you are going through with your eyes, your visiting my post today becomes even more a blessing. Thank you.

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  20. So happy to hear that the surgery went well.

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  21. Hi there Elizabeth! Glad your surgery went well.

    I had eye muscle surgery last year. OUCH! My eye was swollen for months.

    Take care and hugs

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  22. The flower is a beautiful. Happy Blue Monday ! Thanks for the sharing

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