The cranes are roosting on the rio Grande at night. They start flying in around dusk. They are still a little skittish about the paparazzo. They start paying no attention to me in a few weeks. Thanks, Cheyenne.
I have to wear them for three months before the insurance will approve the doctor at the vein clinic to work on my old refluxing veins. The doctor will collapse bad veins and the blood flow will be redirected to good veins. But the insurance has to make me suffer with compression socks for three months before they can get relief from the procedure. Since I only have one pair of compression socks, they are wearing out. I’m not buying any more either. They cost way too much.
The cost of my first visit to the vein clinic included the compression socks. They will probably go bye bye come December.
I cannot say I blame you one bit, my friend.
Great images of the cranes! I think we heard the sigh of relief coming from the toe as it was released from that pesky compression sock. That little piggy can now have his roast beef!
Blood clots are expensive too. I know whereof I speak. 🙂 Be a good boy and listen to your doctor, not the insurance company. Best of health to you, and soon I hope your piggies will be as free flying as those beautiful cranes.
The procedure is awfully expensive if the insurance doesn’t chip in. The out of pocket is still expensive with insurance paying for most of it. I think I will survive another month. Thanks, Mary Jo.
Hahahah! However, plain old socks would be a great present. Supportive? Hmmm! Like the old cross your heart bras? A bra seems like it is easier to put on than compression socks. Although I’ve cut down lots of trees, like a lumberjack, I’ve never worn a bra, so I can’t really compare.
Socks do make great Christmas gifts. At least I hope my daughter thinks so! 😆 I wouldn’t know about those bras. ?? Give one a try, then you can compare. Those socks are a struggle, but helpful if you are on your feet all day.
Oh, that flight looks so real and surreal at the same time! Such an incredible shot. Birds are such liberated creatures.
The toe sticking out of the socks is quite Halloween-ish 😜 (although that wasn’t necessarily the intention).
Those cranes are magnificent! 👌 You are living the life- close to nature, colourful sky and large open spaces. Must be a delight!
Thanks, Sam. Our area is delightful. The toe sticking out of the sock goes well with yesterday: dia de los muertos. The cranes are surreal. Do you know what they sound like? I made a music video with the cranes last year: https://wp.me/p1yQyy-5EL
Caught me by surprise by the title – thought you might have taken my advice and signed up for an ultra! Always love crane picks – you must not have a lot of iron in your mud down there, these specimens are pretty rust free.
The cranes have just flown in. Apparently from a low iron rent district. We have a lot of alkaline and arsenic in our soils and water (probably in our souls too). That sock thinks I ran an ultra in it. Thanks, Brian.
Socks, all of mine are compression,
Each day, each day come cheer, or depression,
But the real question…
You’ve created another magnificent photo session!
Cheers, Sir.
Hahaha! Got a letter today from the Nottingham Revenue & Benefits, there is no chance of any help with increased costs of the carers – but worse, the new rate begins on Monday, and they haven’t told what the new cost will be? Humph! The ode, when I get it done will inform you of my terrible time today – Humph!
Amazing how beautifully blue the herons are. I’m flabbergasted.
About being on a run; hahahahahaha!
Although I must confess, when I take my socks off at night, my feet explode.
So, I get it! (Although I paint my toenails!)
Wow those birds are breath taking Tim. Now about that toe, it was done and said so. Enough release me from these tight socks, they need to hang loose like a great pair of rocks. haha I can never see enough of those birds, the color is so stunning. Sending you lots of hugs……
I am bare footed all the time unless I go out. I am a size five and shoes are hard to find. However my feet are wide too so I know what you mean. Yes the cranes are unbelievable Tim. Hugs to you both. ❤️🤗
Off Center & Not Even 
Ah, what a beautiful sighting of the crane in flight. I heard their woody cluckings last week in the trees of an elementary school.
The cranes are roosting on the rio Grande at night. They start flying in around dusk. They are still a little skittish about the paparazzo. They start paying no attention to me in a few weeks. Thanks, Cheyenne.
Wonderful captures, Tim. Bummer on the sock 😉
I have to wear the compression socks until December. I hate them. Thanks, Dale.
Why only until December? I would hate them, too…
I have to wear them for three months before the insurance will approve the doctor at the vein clinic to work on my old refluxing veins. The doctor will collapse bad veins and the blood flow will be redirected to good veins. But the insurance has to make me suffer with compression socks for three months before they can get relief from the procedure. Since I only have one pair of compression socks, they are wearing out. I’m not buying any more either. They cost way too much.
Effin insurance companies… I’m sure you can mend the toe…
I’m not mending no stinking sock toe. It’s going to have to have to have a stinking hole in the toe.
Hahaha! Fine then. Have your toe pop out (it would drive me nuts!)
You are probably more of a connoisseur of stockings than I am.
Oh, I would not say that. I imagine I would darn them if they were very expensive. Regular socks go from hole to trash 😉
The cost of my first visit to the vein clinic included the compression socks. They will probably go bye bye come December.
I cannot say I blame you one bit, my friend.
Great images of the cranes! I think we heard the sigh of relief coming from the toe as it was released from that pesky compression sock. That little piggy can now have his roast beef!
And that little piggy will love it. Thanks, Maj & Sher.
Really beautiful post Timothy 👏🥰
Thanks, Gabriela.
My pleasure. Hugs to everyone 👏🌹🤗
Hugs returned. Are you getting any rest?
Thank you. Not really. But I will be in a better position in a month. I hope 😊
We are all hoping.
Indeed 😊
Ouch. Compression socks look uncomfortable. Ahhh, the crane, is beautiful.
I think compression socks are awful. Some people like them. It’s crane season. Thanks, Jeff.
Indeed. Ah, I see; that’s fun.
You’re welcome, Tim.
Blood clots are expensive too. I know whereof I speak. 🙂 Be a good boy and listen to your doctor, not the insurance company. Best of health to you, and soon I hope your piggies will be as free flying as those beautiful cranes.
The procedure is awfully expensive if the insurance doesn’t chip in. The out of pocket is still expensive with insurance paying for most of it. I think I will survive another month. Thanks, Mary Jo.
I love the soft blues in your images. Gorgeous. Maybe Santa will bring you some new stockings. 😁
I hope not. ¡No me gustan los calcetines de compresión! Thanks, Michele.
haha Yeah, that would be a lame present. Supportive though. 😄
Hahahah! However, plain old socks would be a great present. Supportive? Hmmm! Like the old cross your heart bras? A bra seems like it is easier to put on than compression socks. Although I’ve cut down lots of trees, like a lumberjack, I’ve never worn a bra, so I can’t really compare.
Socks do make great Christmas gifts. At least I hope my daughter thinks so! 😆 I wouldn’t know about those bras. ?? Give one a try, then you can compare. Those socks are a struggle, but helpful if you are on your feet all day.
Are you familiar with Monty Python’s Lumber Jack Song?
hahaha Perfect! Love Monty Python.
Now I have that song stuck in my head!
Put on a bra, high heels and cut down a tree.
Just like my dear Papa, right?
Absolutely. You might want to run around the block a few times in your high heels while you’re at it.
This is the most artistic photo of a stocking run that I have ever seen.
Hahaha! The question is how many photos of stocking runs have you seen? Thanks, JYP. Did you survive All Hallows Eve and dia de los muertos alright?
Yours is the best out of the only! Which still counts as 1st place, right? 😉
Didn’t really do anything for Halloween, to be honest. How about you?
I put my post together and played with the cats who were quite wild.
Oh, that flight looks so real and surreal at the same time! Such an incredible shot. Birds are such liberated creatures.
The toe sticking out of the socks is quite Halloween-ish 😜 (although that wasn’t necessarily the intention).
Those cranes are magnificent! 👌 You are living the life- close to nature, colourful sky and large open spaces. Must be a delight!
Thanks, Sam. Our area is delightful. The toe sticking out of the sock goes well with yesterday: dia de los muertos. The cranes are surreal. Do you know what they sound like? I made a music video with the cranes last year: https://wp.me/p1yQyy-5EL
That was a nice piece of music. The cranes do sound divinely musical.
It was an interesting challenge with the chords and timing. The cranes have such a distinctive call.
HI Timothy, I believe compression socks are most uncomfortable.
I’m happy to hear that. Laurie wears them and thinks they are wonderful. I guess it depends on the condition of one’s legs. Thanks, Roberta.
Caught me by surprise by the title – thought you might have taken my advice and signed up for an ultra! Always love crane picks – you must not have a lot of iron in your mud down there, these specimens are pretty rust free.
The cranes have just flown in. Apparently from a low iron rent district. We have a lot of alkaline and arsenic in our soils and water (probably in our souls too). That sock thinks I ran an ultra in it. Thanks, Brian.
ciao Timothy
Ciao Simona.
It wants to escape. And be as one with these gorgeous pics.
Competing to be gorgeous on dia de los muertos pic. Thanks, Shey.
Naturally you won..hands..down
My ugly old toe? I think the cranes beat the old toe feet, paws, and wings down in the gorgeous category.
LOL TImothy… I was of course too polite to let you take the words…..
Socks, all of mine are compression,
Each day, each day come cheer, or depression,
But the real question…
You’ve created another magnificent photo session!
Cheers, Sir.
Thanks, Inchcock. I know about your compression socks. It’s quite compressing.
Hahaha! Got a letter today from the Nottingham Revenue & Benefits, there is no chance of any help with increased costs of the carers – but worse, the new rate begins on Monday, and they haven’t told what the new cost will be? Humph! The ode, when I get it done will inform you of my terrible time today – Humph!
Cranes flying free, which is obviously what your poor toes would also like to do [brilliant ‘abstract’ photo btw! 😉 ] Patience, my friend!
Thanks, Marina. “Burn the hose. Free the toes.”
A ha ha haaaaaaa!!!!
One of these days I will get a good shot of those cranes…. Oh I’m a lumberjack and I’m ok 😉
We all are lumberjacks. Your cranes are more allusive? Thanks, Teri.
Our cranes are about 2-3 hours away from where we live.
That is a ways to travel.
Planning an over night or weekend stay for a certain park they frequent next year.
I agree, the soft blues in those beautiful photos are quite restful to look at.
Compression socks? How are you doing these days?
Thanks, Lavinia. I’m felling compressed! Doing well, otherwise. How about you?
We all keep waking up on the right side of the ground here. Doesn’t get better than that. 🙂
OH NO
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Oh Yes.
Just make sure you don’t get a blister on the toe.
I where a sock over the c-sock. The c-sock is too thin. Thanks, David.
Amazing how beautifully blue the herons are. I’m flabbergasted.
About being on a run; hahahahahaha!
Although I must confess, when I take my socks off at night, my feet explode.
So, I get it! (Although I paint my toenails!)
You have pretty toenails. Mine are like monster feet. Thanks, Resa.
You are well armed, my dear! Hmm, or should I say “footed”? 😀
Hahahah.
😂🤣
FREEDOM!!!!! You have the best thoughts! And photos!
Thanks, Rebecca. We all want freerange toes.
We do indeed!
Clever Timothy and love the title! Oh no… we have the same toes.. lol. 🤣. I blame my mother but then mothers get all the blame. haha. 🤣👏💖
I have a wide foot, and shoes were not wide enough when I was growing up. Thanks, Cindy.
I do too! Thank god they make wide toe boxes now! You’re welcome! Btw congratulations being a finalist! Sooo exciting!💕
Congratulations to you, also. May the widest food win!
Thanks soooo much Timothy.. omg I am so laughing and i’m sure you meant foot not food but i am a foodie 🤣💖
Foot, food either one ends up in you mouth at one time or another.
🤣🤣🤣 soooo funny and true.. 🤣
Beautiful photos!
Thanks, Mya.
Wow those birds are breath taking Tim. Now about that toe, it was done and said so. Enough release me from these tight socks, they need to hang loose like a great pair of rocks. haha I can never see enough of those birds, the color is so stunning. Sending you lots of hugs……
Toes always want to be freed. It’s nice crane season has started. Thanks, Joni.
I am bare footed all the time unless I go out. I am a size five and shoes are hard to find. However my feet are wide too so I know what you mean. Yes the cranes are unbelievable Tim. Hugs to you both. ❤️🤗
Nails need to be cut
Compression socks are no match
For sharpened digits
🤓
Bravo, SB. Perfect 575 response. Thanks for visiting and the poem.