tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post2573639050026834087..comments2024-03-28T15:15:38.162-07:00Comments on hostess of the humble bungalow: Cottage Life...the views from Quarter Deck Cottagehostess of the humble bungalowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-40864672617166253372017-07-20T08:59:18.634-07:002017-07-20T08:59:18.634-07:00I bought some lavender and think I will plant some...I bought some lavender and think I will plant some as the deer do not seem to be attracted to it...they have not munched the geraniums that I popped into pots on the front porch which has surprised me too. Wild roses are plentiful here on the island we see huge clumps of them growing at the sides of the roads.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-84483577784565922992017-07-20T08:57:37.903-07:002017-07-20T08:57:37.903-07:00I loved seeing the picturesque views of Cornwall o...I loved seeing the picturesque views of Cornwall on the Doc Martin series on PBS.<br />It must be a lovely spot for a holiday....enjoy every second!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-53159239263486509032017-07-20T08:56:07.916-07:002017-07-20T08:56:07.916-07:00Thank you Rebecca...its a fun place to share with ...Thank you Rebecca...its a fun place to share with the family and we are having fun in the pools and exploring the island.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-62155927971813790472017-07-18T09:02:40.288-07:002017-07-18T09:02:40.288-07:00You can never have too many roses! It would be ni...You can never have too many roses! It would be nice to have a rose at the cottage. I saw the most beautiful wild rose (Alberta wild rose). A huge rose in front of the trunk of a spruce tree. Made a great photo. Inspiration for home, too!Ellie's friend from canadahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14240956258453579270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-65256295565000501802017-07-17T07:18:39.972-07:002017-07-17T07:18:39.972-07:00It looks absolutely perfect Leslie ...so happy for...It looks absolutely perfect Leslie ...so happy for you that you've found such a great place to spend time with Mr HB and your family. I'm spending a week in a small village in Cornwall, staying in a house right at the waters edge with amazing views and a verandah where I'm happy to spend time from early morning coffee until it's time for a glass of wine! <br />This is also the reason I'm here as "anonymous" as I'm having some tech problems! :)<br />Take care and enjoy every moment ....I know that you will!<br />Rosie<br />ps love your new dress in your last post ...perfect for hot and humid days.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-75908564274303474002017-07-16T13:23:06.049-07:002017-07-16T13:23:06.049-07:00Sigh.....I feel relaxed just scrolling slowly thro...Sigh.....I feel relaxed just scrolling slowly through your post.<br />So happy for you. Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08740950362293427086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-75243908579516919782017-07-16T08:25:33.862-07:002017-07-16T08:25:33.862-07:00It's a lovely spot with a fabulous view. You m...It's a lovely spot with a fabulous view. You must have had a similar vista when you lived up Island. Have you had any more thoughts on where you want to live? hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-27418402480318100982017-07-16T08:23:48.280-07:002017-07-16T08:23:48.280-07:00Oh I must add that title to my reading list...busy...Oh I must add that title to my reading list...busy here too now the grandchildren have arrived! My garden will be a mess by the time I get back! I will have tons to do...but in the meantime I will enjoy this holiday. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-7699117529748583922017-07-16T08:21:40.013-07:002017-07-16T08:21:40.013-07:00My reading has slowed a bit since the family arriv...My reading has slowed a bit since the family arrived but I am making progress and enjoying the humour in this book! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-17385913748585464082017-07-16T08:20:50.696-07:002017-07-16T08:20:50.696-07:00It is a fun spot Pondside! The grandchildren are h...It is a fun spot Pondside! The grandchildren are having a lot of fun too! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-3113176907901437862017-07-16T08:20:05.309-07:002017-07-16T08:20:05.309-07:00It's a great place to get the family together ...It's a great place to get the family together for a holiday. There are quite a few young families here and the pool has been very popular! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-3464128410800865462017-07-16T08:18:59.509-07:002017-07-16T08:18:59.509-07:00The weather has been lovely...you must be enjoying...The weather has been lovely...you must be enjoying your time off! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-56934135726807210602017-07-16T08:18:24.994-07:002017-07-16T08:18:24.994-07:00I enjoyed that book by Kate Morton. I have been go...I enjoyed that book by Kate Morton. I have been good about doing my laps and I feel like I have accomplished something important! Please feel free to give your friend my email should she want any more information on the cottages here at Otter Bay. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-69251161710104289042017-07-16T08:16:32.648-07:002017-07-16T08:16:32.648-07:00Hope you enjoyed the Moss Street paint in! Hope you enjoyed the Moss Street paint in! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-23293013205627373542017-07-16T08:15:58.996-07:002017-07-16T08:15:58.996-07:00The kids came by boat but I came by ferry so that ...The kids came by boat but I came by ferry so that we had a car on the island. It's a wee bit too far to walk to the grocery store and carrying all the groceries would be too tough! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-24475709916932815262017-07-16T08:14:46.614-07:002017-07-16T08:14:46.614-07:00I wondered if I should plant a rose here at the co...I wondered if I should plant a rose here at the cottage! Might do that next spring! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-26921384077217992642017-07-16T08:13:59.544-07:002017-07-16T08:13:59.544-07:00I find that being surrounded by nature is so impor...I find that being surrounded by nature is so important to my well being. I have been so fortunate to have been born in a lovely place where one need not go far to find beauty. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-42052349784732180752017-07-16T08:11:19.278-07:002017-07-16T08:11:19.278-07:00We are feeding all the family since they arrived a...We are feeding all the family since they arrived and so we needed more food and the market had oodles of lovely fresh veggies. Great knowing we are supporting the local farmers and buying healthy food. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-18862724021794499392017-07-16T08:09:12.972-07:002017-07-16T08:09:12.972-07:00We are much busier now that the grandchildren have...We are much busier now that the grandchildren have arrived! Lots of pool time and play...snacks and meals are bigger too! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-41258105846171368372017-07-16T08:07:56.284-07:002017-07-16T08:07:56.284-07:00Salads are so easy and delicious. The temperature ...Salads are so easy and delicious. The temperature is hovering between 16 and 24 right now. Exploring is definitely fun! hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-62396092159341836082017-07-16T08:06:30.957-07:002017-07-16T08:06:30.957-07:00We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful sp...We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful spot. We don't need to go far to find an idyllic place to relax...it might be our own front porch or garden. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-46709070838831237052017-07-15T19:43:20.794-07:002017-07-15T19:43:20.794-07:00It looks simply glorious! I'm so happy you'...It looks simply glorious! I'm so happy you're enjoying it Leslie. It really is special. Have fun with the family. Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04723360304687997220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-79129727296891918832017-07-15T08:23:07.804-07:002017-07-15T08:23:07.804-07:00YOU ENJOY that SLOW LIFE!I must get my TOES DONE.....YOU ENJOY that SLOW LIFE!I must get my TOES DONE...........Must get CAT to the VET and work in The Garden!NOT as relaxing as yours but I just finished a wonderful book by one of my readers.......called THE TIME SEEKERS you may enjoy!!!!XXLa Contessahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01682902106545680159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-48323865348132503672017-07-14T19:36:14.904-07:002017-07-14T19:36:14.904-07:00Oh! I did enjoy Man at the Helm! Enjoy these glori...Oh! I did enjoy Man at the Helm! Enjoy these glorious summer days. How lovely to be spending them by the sea . . . kateRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06796687920903649054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-71315727204807558282017-07-14T18:48:14.051-07:002017-07-14T18:48:14.051-07:00A perfect way to spend a week in July! Enjoy your ...A perfect way to spend a week in July! Enjoy your family time!Pondsidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02407539138546412482noreply@blogger.com