Jude of ‘Travel Words’ blog has challenged us to post something orange. This is the gorgeous sunrise over the Indian Ocean which I photographed from our balcony the day before my hip surgery.

I would like to thank all of you who sent good wishes to me for a positive outcome and speedy recovery. The surgery went very well and I was allowed to leave hospital the next morning after the physio and the surgeon had checked on me. I am recovering well and don’t have much discomfort or pain. I’m so grateful that I was able to get an operation done so quickly and with a surgeon who is really stellar
Wishing you all a great weekend. To join in Jude’s Orange challenge, just click the link.
How’s your recovery? Good I hope? Merry Christmas…
Yes, all good. Thanks, Brian. Merry Christmas to you too. π
Beautiful sunrise picture!
Lovely snap
what great news, Sylvia. wish you well. gorgeous sunset!
It is so nice to know that your surgery went well and that you are well on you way to recovery. Thank you so sharing that glorious sunrise with us, it is gorgeous.
Just catching up a little here on WP …
Pain can be so debilitating . What a relief the hip surgery was successful AND that you’re making such swift progress along the recovery road dear Sylvia . That’s wonderful !
Take care now .. and enjoy those beautiful sunrises xx Poppy
So good to see you again, dear Poppy. Yes, Iβm making progress and am impatient to get back to my former active self. Weβve been here in Umhlanga for over a month now and today Iβm planning on trying to walk to the lighthouse for the first time, with my crutches of course. Never imagined Iβd be in this position, but I guess we canβt foresee what is in our future. Iβm keeping positive and look forward to getting home to Florida, but not to the long plane trip. This too shall pass, as my dear mom often used to say. π
Thanks Sylvia π
A Red Letter Sunday for sure then what with a promenade to your favourite lighthouse and that sparkling ocean alongside …
I can’t think of any better physiotherapy… enjoy π
Wonderful Sylvia. Continued healing. How great to be on the mend. And your glowing photo
Is lovely, too.
Thanks, Ruth. Iβm doing well. π
Terrific news Sylvia
Hip surgery? Oh dear. I’m glad to know that it went well. Do follow the doctor’s and rehab practicioner’s instructions to the letter… My very best wishes… ππ»
Thanks, Brian.
Dear Sylvia, I learned now. But I am so happy to hear all went well, I can imagine how painful it was. This orange sun photograph is amazing, Thank you dear, Blessing and Happiness, Love, nia
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Splendid shot! All the best with the recovery.
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What a beautiful sunrise. I this type of sunrise common in this area? So happy you chose to have the hip replacement and that you are not suffering the pain any more. It sure makes a difference in our lives.
Thanks so much, Pat. Iβm doing well. π³
Also – some family friends has a daughter and did you know she had a hip replacement at 30 years of age? That was about 8 years ago and she is doing so well! They think she had an injury in early childhood that contributed – but wanted to share that she is doing well and these procedures have come a long way over the years
Hey – I was reading an older post first
– and so just got this news that you are on the mend !
So glad and sending more healing your wishes your way πβοΈ
So good to hear all went well and the great progress you’re making! ππ€
Thanks so much Every day a bit stronger. πͺ
How very brave to have your hip replaced, Sylvia, and it is truly wonderful to hear you’re on the mend. Wishing you many more beautiful sunrises and robust walks with that new hip.
Thanks so much. Jet. It wasnβt such a big deal and Iβm so grateful to have the pain gone. π―
I am so glad to hear!!! Yeah!!
Thanks, YC. π
Iβm delighted all went well for you, long may it continue π
Thanks so much, Sue. I’ll soon be as good as new. π
That’s great news. Good to know you are recovering well. I hope everything continues nicely for you. You had the perfect position for seeing a beautiful sunrise.
Thanks, Carol. Yes, our balcony is a great vantage point for viewing the sunrises. π
Excellent to hear that things went well for you, Sylvia. I know it’s such a relief to have the surgery behind you. Cheers!
Thanks so much, Nancy. It wasnβt so bad and Iβm really glad I had it done. Being free from continual pain is awesome. π
A beautiful sunset and I am glad to hear you came through surgery with flying colors!
Thanks, Lavinia. Thanks to my excellent surgeon, Iβm now experiencing no pain. π₯°
As gorgeous as the photo is, it makes me even happier to read about your successful surgery and recovery!! The colors of this sunrise remind me of some sunsets I’ve seen in Wyoming and in Baja.
Thanks so much, Janet. Iβm doing very well. Glad you loved the sunrise image. π
Iβm sorry to hear you needed surgery Sylvia but oh so glad you were able to have it promptly and are doing well. Sending very best wishes for your recovery. xo
Thanks, Sue. I think it was long overdue because of COVID. Iβd just been putting up with the pain until we could get back to South Africa. Iβm feeling really great and so thankful. π
Glad your pain has finally been relieved Sylvia. What a long haul for you.
Prachtige foto en zo blij dat de operatie gelukt is en zo vlug kon uitgevoerd worden. Wens je een goed herstel
Thanks so much, Marylou. Yes, Iβm doing really well after my op. π
Beautiful photo! Glad to hear that you are doing well post-surgery. Good wishes for a continued smooth recovery.
Thanks so much, Lynette. Iβm feeling better every day. So thankful. ππ»
How wonderful to hear that the surgery was a success and that you are not in much pain. Iβm thrilled that you have been able to travel back to South Africa to visit family and friends. There is something about going back to where you lived to understand the idea of belonging to place. I recently read Night Train to Lisbon by Pascal Mercier, who wrote: βWe leave something of ourselves behind when we leave a place, we stay there, even though we go away. And there are things in us that we can find again only by going back there.β Our hearts are big enough to to love everywhere we have lived and traveled. Another one of your fabulous photos is starting my day with beauty. Many thanks and lots of hugs coming your way.
Thanks so much, Rebecca. So happy you loved my sunrise photo. Yes, having lived here for so many years, I feel such an affinity with this place every time we return. The wonderful view of the ocean and the sound of the crashing waves is so healing. I’m feeling at peace. *hugs*
A wonderful message to receive on my side of the world. Thank you – feeling the peace with you. Hugs and more hugs.
Wonderful news, delighted for you. Beautiful photo too. π
Thanks so much. π
That is wonderful news, Sylvia, with a wonderful sunset! Now here’s to your visit to the lighthouse! π€β€
Thanks, dear Marina. π
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You look so fit, Ad! Hip surgery? Glad it’s gone well and that’s a beautiful sunrise. Happy weekend!
Thanks, Jo. I think it was something to do with breaking my femur 35 years ago in a freak accident. All the cartilage had got up and left, leaving me with bone on bone . π±
Eek! Glad you’re recovering well.
Thanks, Jo. Feeling stronger every day. πΌπ€
Beautiful sunrise and I wish you a speedy recovery, Sylvia!
Thanks, Donna. π
So glad to hear that all went well Sylvia! Take care!
Thanks, Aletta. π
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Relieved to hear your are in one piece…. or at least in possession of a new, improved piece. We are fortunate the spare parts industry for humans is much improved and your ”mechanic” is a stellar ‘O’.
Here’s to a very speedy recovery.
Best.
Ark.
Thanks so much, Ark. your comments always make me smile. π
Laughter is the best medicine so they say.
I bet you never thought you would have to go through so much just to be considered a ‘Hipster’!
Time to break out the Charlie Parker records, but go easy on the Be bop … for now!
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Good to know, you are out already of hospital. So recover well and take it easy! β₯ All the best!
Thanks, Ute. Every day is better than the last. π
Well done on getting your hip operation over and done with, and yes, how wonderful to have a good surgeon, you must be very relieved. I hope you can take it easy for a while until you really feel comfortable with you new hip.
Absolutely stunning photo of the orange sunrise…recovery is easier when you have a million dollar view!
Thanks, Gerrie. I’m recovering really well and getting around well on my crutches. Hopefully, I’ll soon be able to walk without them. The view of the ocean and the sound of the waves is very therapeutic. π
Wonderful news Sylvia! Now, no tennis for at least a week!
πIβll try not to overdo it, Eddie.
A big congrats to you! May your recovery be smooth sailing and all your sunrises so gorgeous. Best, Babsje
Thanks, dear Babsje. π
A beautiful capture and cheers to a seemingly successful surgery. Best wishes for a positive rehab.
Thanks so much, Frank. I’m doing really well and am feeling positive, so I’m sure I’ll soon be as good as new.
What a gorgeous morning. Glad you are doing well.
Thanks so much, Dawn. π
Glad to hear your recovery is going well.
Thanks, Judy. Iβm feeling great. π
Thank you for updating us on your surgery, Sylvia. I’m so happy to hear things went well. That’s great news! xo
Thanks, dear Jill. Iβm thrilled with the result. No more groin pain. ππ
That’s wonderful news! xo
What a great sunset and equally great news about the hip surgery. You’ll be running along that promenade before long πββοΈπββοΈ
Thanks so much. Itβs actually a sunrise even though it might look like a sunset. π
I realised that after I posted! Beautiful either end of the day. I don’t think I have seen such an orange sunrise.