Lockdown

Spring is definitely here now and our surroundings begin to brighten up

This Coronavirus drama unfolds and as most folk we watch intently as things get much worse not only here but globally

This guy provided much needed relief on a nightly basis. Watching the pantomime that was the US Coronavirus briefing each day we were reminded how lucky we were to be back home with some resemblance to an actual plan of attack

The ineptness of leadership only matched by the baying of the assembled lions in the press. All a staged farce of course but immensely entertaining

Our lovely view and thankful that we were not staring at four walls...

We welcomed some new neighbours in early Lockdown

The days pass rapidy and I'm off each evening for my usual walk

There's a change in the air now and the days lengthen

A really good spell of weather sees me wax the whole RV and get him spruced up

A two day event but thanks to several biker podcasts the chore is pleasantly accomplished

Well earned refreshment

Mary brings home made goodies and a 'Distanced' soiree goes down well

My brave wife bless her, about to tackle her first outing on crutches post op

We visit the hospital several times during confinement to find a well organised set up and surprisingly calm atmosphere. Physiotherapy consultation is done via phone/facetime and Nina is given the go ahead to put full weight on to her busted leg finally after four weeks of partial load

The brakes are applied by the Physio however as her leg muscles are weak and obviously damaged so careful movement and regular exercise in small doses is prescribed

Within a couple of weeks we decide to use the facility of the local deserted park at Matlock

Perfect for rehab and accompanied most days by Ian the local PCSO

On a daily basis we enjoy the peace and solitude of this beautiful spot and are blessed with great weather

Fatter and 'Tastier' now....

The days lengthen and my walks are expanded in to new local haunts whilst listening to more podcasts

A keen new audience...

An easing of the restrictions means the bike is unveiled and the roads of the Peak District await

Mental therapy at its best!

Not just me then....

Malc and me enjoy our first rideout together this year and its the first of many to come thankfully

A further hospital visit confirms Nina is progressing well. Bone growth and density is improving every month and although it will take some time to achieve 'full development' we are on the right path now for sure. Her leg flexion is still as it was and this has as yet not been discussed, the focus being on bone growth

We are lucky on several fronts....

Her Op was done before the Covid 19 pandemic happened

We are in a beautiful location for rehab

The time of year means we have plenty of opportunity to get 'up and running'