tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post4270956792973953860..comments2024-03-27T19:25:02.619-07:00Comments on hostess of the humble bungalow: A rabbit hole...and a 5 year blog anniversay giveaway.hostess of the humble bungalowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-78477444085615969922014-11-29T11:13:17.754-08:002014-11-29T11:13:17.754-08:00What I like best about your blog is your direct ho...What I like best about your blog is your direct honest writing. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-41709428384504655482014-11-29T07:11:46.411-08:002014-11-29T07:11:46.411-08:00Along with all the other ladies, I'm wishing y...Along with all the other ladies, I'm wishing you a happy anniversary. I so look forward to your posts as they remind me of my time in Victoria (we had an apartment in Fairfield while our son was going to UVic). But you also are an inspiration as I start to plan towards retirement - so much to look forward to. I had that same china mug, bought in Victoria at the (no longer there) china shop across from the Empress, but my husband accidentally broke it and I couldn't find the same one again over here in Vancouver. I did enjoy having my Murchies tea in it. I hope you continue to bring us your insights for years to come. <br />Lyndonnybhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17045144642404479715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-3820826825361592762014-11-26T04:05:05.341-08:002014-11-26T04:05:05.341-08:00Hostess, I'm not sure when I started reading y...Hostess, I'm not sure when I started reading your blog but I found it on the blog roll of Une Femme d'un Certain Age and have enjoyed reading your posts over the years.<br />Your recent postings on your French lessons recall "Madame" from my school years who was (and is) a very stylish French lady who makes chic look effortless.<br />I also enjoy your posts about your tea times with your mother.<br />Happy blogiversary and here's to many more! <br />Cheers,<br />LynneLynneinNChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07871221860545944946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-15556811971863261912014-11-25T14:23:00.562-08:002014-11-25T14:23:00.562-08:00Congratulations on your upcoming retirement and mo...Congratulations on your upcoming retirement and move to France. That sounds like a great adventure. I'm planning to be in Paris next spring!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-42272320292524276412014-11-25T14:13:49.307-08:002014-11-25T14:13:49.307-08:00Susan it is great to have you along for the ride.....Susan it is great to have you along for the ride...<br />I cherish my Mother and our closeness, I cannot imagine a life without her so I can empathize with how you might feel when you read about our jaunts. <br />I appreciate your perspective on my posts and always welcome your comments. hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-59282225557416250912014-11-25T14:06:44.472-08:002014-11-25T14:06:44.472-08:00Nice to hear from you Cindy and I am happy to be s...Nice to hear from you Cindy and I am happy to be seen as somewhat normal...I consider that a compliment. I feel so grateful for my family and friends as they add such riches to my life.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-57467792298754716032014-11-25T12:13:28.423-08:002014-11-25T12:13:28.423-08:00Hostess.. Congratulations on your blogaversary!! F...Hostess.. Congratulations on your blogaversary!! From the beginning I found several common threads of interest between us. I enjoy reading about your home, family, and other personal shares. You have such a lovely relationship with your mother so for someone like me who lost hers so many years ago, your posts are quite dear! Also, love hearing about life on the other side of our vast continent! Smiles... SusanSusan ~ Southern Fascinationshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00142703709659442785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-9861977797707720962014-11-25T08:05:55.647-08:002014-11-25T08:05:55.647-08:00I am a new reader to your blog. I love your positi...I am a new reader to your blog. I love your positive attitude as well as fashion info with the French flair! I too love fashion and France. I am 64, retiring in May and moving to France! I am so excited. When are you travelling to Paris?<br />Take care,<br />DeniseDenisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09380870043765736778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-87888359740360322292014-11-25T01:08:02.551-08:002014-11-25T01:08:02.551-08:00That sounds delicious, will try it!That sounds delicious, will try it!Annicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01375408262670542445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-1452144754536808322014-11-24T20:27:45.309-08:002014-11-24T20:27:45.309-08:00Congratulations Hostess - wow 5 years - I have bee...Congratulations Hostess - wow 5 years - I have been dipping in and out of your blog from before you retired, and have enjoyed every post. You sound so reassuringly normal with similar attitudes to mine with regard to family and friends and the way that you are so content in your skin. Hope that you can keep it up.<br />Cindy F from OzAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-73218148644596396162014-11-24T14:23:00.633-08:002014-11-24T14:23:00.633-08:00Hi - thanks for your generosity. The offering is l...Hi - thanks for your generosity. The offering is lovely; and I am downsizing, so don't need to be in the draw. Thanks for reminding me, though.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-4162193833254906532014-11-24T13:22:59.137-08:002014-11-24T13:22:59.137-08:00LmC,
Oak Bay is a lovely spot...it sounds as if yo...LmC,<br />Oak Bay is a lovely spot...it sounds as if you know of it.<br />Victoria is a very scenic city...<br />I'll try to maintain a level of decorum that Oak Bay residents and previous residents would be proud of!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-65884581536701831532014-11-24T13:18:42.187-08:002014-11-24T13:18:42.187-08:00Thank you Marsi...Thank you Marsi...hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-5022126694679076142014-11-24T13:10:10.447-08:002014-11-24T13:10:10.447-08:00Deana,
You are an inspiration to me.
I applaud yo...Deana, <br />You are an inspiration to me.<br />I applaud your devotion and dedication.<br />We never know what life has in store for us do we?<br />It is so important that we savour the small joys everyday...<br />I know when my dear husband had cancer I was not the calm woman that you see now...there were many days when I could not to keep it together. But that experience taught me a lot about myself, the way that I chose to react to things I could not control and ways in which I could change the way I looked at life...<br />Remember to take care of yourself and continue to enjoy those cups of tea.<br />I am honoured to have you on my readers list!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-14511216995581670192014-11-24T13:04:22.439-08:002014-11-24T13:04:22.439-08:00Do you have a favourite brand of Lapsang Souchong ...Do you have a favourite brand of Lapsang Souchong tea?<br />The only one I have tried is Murchies blend.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-90578749854429220032014-11-24T13:00:42.906-08:002014-11-24T13:00:42.906-08:00Thank you Mel...
wishing you a wonderful holiday.Thank you Mel...<br />wishing you a wonderful holiday.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-41741848419250833812014-11-24T12:58:48.094-08:002014-11-24T12:58:48.094-08:00Thank you Adrienne...I love seeing what projects y...Thank you Adrienne...I love seeing what projects you are working on in your home and garden. I am happy to have been introduced to you on your blog.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-91293103553868208292014-11-24T12:56:43.559-08:002014-11-24T12:56:43.559-08:00I like seeing your pictures of your walks and boat...I like seeing your pictures of your walks and boating adventures and hearing what you are doing. Your vast summer veggie garden and canning and preserving always inspire me.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-39360201826690921312014-11-24T12:53:08.132-08:002014-11-24T12:53:08.132-08:00Nice to see that you are reading my blog!
I never...Nice to see that you are reading my blog! <br />I never really know who reads my blog and I think this might be the first time you have commented and thank you Lizzie!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-1690232950388908342014-11-24T12:50:54.936-08:002014-11-24T12:50:54.936-08:00Welcome Louise!
I hope that you'll continue to...Welcome Louise!<br />I hope that you'll continue to read and enjoy my blog.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-38378923010464597532014-11-24T12:49:06.327-08:002014-11-24T12:49:06.327-08:00I watched her video and she has some great ideas. ...I watched her video and she has some great ideas. <br />Anonymous if you want to be entered in the draw please post a first name and initial at the end of your comment so I know who you are!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-33757184238376090922014-11-24T12:47:16.302-08:002014-11-24T12:47:16.302-08:00As long as you can provide a valid mailing address...As long as you can provide a valid mailing address that the post office recognizes I am confident that if your name were drawn I could send it to you....good luck!hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-957632876194722932014-11-24T12:43:42.399-08:002014-11-24T12:43:42.399-08:00Clarissa...this tea has a punch of flavour that is...Clarissa...this tea has a punch of flavour that is quite unique...great for an afternoon tea.<br />I love an English Breakfast and Earl or Lady Grey teas for mornings.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-66620555877702566482014-11-24T12:41:44.567-08:002014-11-24T12:41:44.567-08:00Thank you for taking the time to comment Kathy...I...Thank you for taking the time to comment Kathy...I always appreciate seeing you and Pearl on FB...hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5385735624350758337.post-85301779786240043972014-11-24T12:40:32.837-08:002014-11-24T12:40:32.837-08:00Jen...I would love the opportunity to read your bl...Jen...I would love the opportunity to read your blog...in my experience the "training" started when I pressed the publish button on my first post! It is a learning curve and fun to see how it evolves.hostess of the humble bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06453827257671312902noreply@blogger.com