because... by mulitasking thoughtfully:

We were able to attempt (and do well,) and to enjoy a *quick hop* (3 hours each way) AWAY and back, sandwiched into a way-busy work schedule on a 30-hour pass. Bodes well for future Hardi-respites. My new scooter works well around H'burg's riverfront from the *pied a terre* we occasionally can use (which we restocked). New (free) city-parking options were also discovered.

One fun stop along the way netted me two hanging baskets (impatiens) to set, instead, into the two plant stands I just nabbed for the back porch.

A number of next-time options were duly noted.

I even made it to the Y pool before my legs exploded, and still had one guest pass left. They at Hardi into the pool surround to hang out with me and snap away-- can't wait to see pix from all of the above.

~Susan