tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post6549291009412086460..comments2024-01-18T11:39:21.989+00:00Comments on HATTATT: The Social Diary of Two Absentee BloggersJane and Lance Hattatthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comBlogger236125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-32559802544852294892012-11-05T17:23:50.920+00:002012-11-05T17:23:50.920+00:00Thank you for your kind comment. Sometimes the pac...Thank you for your kind comment. Sometimes the pace of life just prevents one actually getting to the computer screen. But, as long as good things are happening, then all is well.<br /><br />However, we feel that we are never very far from you with Facebook to hand. We are loving your autumnal collages. They are truly wonderful!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-25359153265147072032012-11-05T17:06:47.343+00:002012-11-05T17:06:47.343+00:00Luv your life and' rich stories! I too have be...Luv your life and' rich stories! I too have been a naughty 'absentee' blogger of late ... but hardly because of 'good stuff' like you have delightfully shared :)joeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09569378877717221045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-8952247068980279162012-11-05T09:33:13.450+00:002012-11-05T09:33:13.450+00:00Surprisingly, the Fondant Fancies were not too swe...Surprisingly, the Fondant Fancies were not too sweet at all. Indeed, we could have eaten the whole box in one go but, as we were out to dinner that evening, such indulgence would have been appalling!!!<br /><br />How interesting that you remember Food for Friends from so long ago. It has certainly moved on since its pine table days. Now it is all very swish and the vegetarian food is very C21 too...not a nut roast in sight!!!!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-36785099663335515152012-11-04T21:24:00.409+00:002012-11-04T21:24:00.409+00:00Ah, what a delightful and in many ways an enviable...Ah, what a delightful and in many ways an enviable life. A very interesting one too and thank you for sharing it. I was interested in the Fondant Fancies, which I could never eat even as a child because they were too sweet - it makes me wonder what on earth they would seem like to me now, when I remember that as a child I was perfectly capable of eating a pound of home made fudge in a day. And I was very interested in Food for Friends, which i think was begun by some Buddhists a very long time ago, about the time I first realised what Buddhists were. It used to be one of those places with pine tables and wholemeal scones, but it seems to have changed now! Jenny Woolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16881781466502273314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-58959488504182565032012-11-04T18:44:29.102+00:002012-11-04T18:44:29.102+00:00We are so pleased that you enjoyed them!! And, wha...We are so pleased that you enjoyed them!! And, what is more, we do hope that you too are enjoying a restful Sunday although, we fear, looking at the clock, that it is nearly over!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-14360344849647245772012-11-04T16:24:52.538+00:002012-11-04T16:24:52.538+00:00Dear Jane and Lance, how clever you are to have fo...Dear Jane and Lance, how clever you are to have found those words of poetry that could have been written about me, so very funny! Thank you for your comments, you are always uplifting. Have a relaxing Sunday, with much love, Linda xflowers on my tablehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11134447944633072349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-9782598953741811022012-11-04T13:34:28.329+00:002012-11-04T13:34:28.329+00:00This was an exciting and champagne fuelled sequenc...This was an exciting and champagne fuelled sequence of events which just seemed to fly by. we were totally amazed that we had been absent for so long.We now have enough material for blog posts for the next five years at least even if we never have another experience ever again!!!!<br /><br />Kathleen Ferrier is a favourite of ours and that particular song we hold very dear to our hearts. We are so pleased that you and Roxibelle enjoyed listening!<br /><br />You are always so very kind and supportive with your comments, Dolly, they mean a great deal to us. We know that you will be buried under a mountain of university work but we trust that you are still enjoying it all. Art Market comes to Budapest this coming week and we shall have a private view on Wednesday. This, we are sure, would be something which you would love.....one day?!!!!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-12123341376579283392012-11-04T13:28:26.846+00:002012-11-04T13:28:26.846+00:00That flapjack must have been seriously good for yo...That flapjack must have been seriously good for you to have remembered it for so long! Although we have known of the restaurant for a long time, this was our first dinner there, but it would definitely not be our last. The food was excellent!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-40764605507028536432012-11-04T09:58:16.560+00:002012-11-04T09:58:16.560+00:00What a lively and entertaining account of your rec...What a lively and entertaining account of your recent adventures Jane & Lance. Champagne, a mad boy, dancing, travel, art, eating, more champagne ... and another picture of my favourite of all your restaurants, the fascinating M in Budapest.<br /><br />As I listened to that wonderful Kathleen Ferrier recording at maximum level, little Roxibelle Cat came running in from the kitchen (where she sits for hours in the kitchen sink playing with water) and looked at me in amazement. I am sure she thought it was me singing! <br /><br />What great fun you have away from these pages, and I know that we, your devoted readers, benefit with the pure enjoyment you give us with your tales.Dollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477812986531102750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-79444061738753882072012-11-03T12:27:52.279+00:002012-11-03T12:27:52.279+00:00ooh I remember many happy hours chowing down on ex...ooh I remember many happy hours chowing down on excellent flapjack amongst othe things at Food for Friends so long ago it was probably in black and white!!!!!Young at Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07585882466695145340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-84782209093301087242012-11-02T14:44:25.764+00:002012-11-02T14:44:25.764+00:00Lance joins me in thanking you, dear Anita, for ta...Lance joins me in thanking you, dear Anita, for taking the time and trouble to respond to our comment in such a thoughtful and detailed way. We thought that your post of today was particularly apposite in view of world affairs and trust, like you, that those in distress may be comforted through an inner strength and the support of others.<br /><br />We are relieved to know that you are safe and well and our hearts go out to those who continue to be in great suffering.Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-74865171074848226112012-11-02T13:45:54.267+00:002012-11-02T13:45:54.267+00:00Dearest Jane, Your comment is an embrace of encour...Dearest Jane, Your comment is an embrace of encouragement that in its eloquence, continues my stream of thought on the cycle of life. We are in a giant classroom of sorts, learning about ourselves in relationship to the invisible enemies/friends within us. Becoming informed about our tendencies, our purposes makes life a little easier to tackle. How can we even grow if we first do not understand that we all have the same basic needs? Then once we know what those are and that of others, we can move on to create, GIVE, HELP ONE ANOTHER and go beyond ourselves to encourage others to do likewise. It is not a lesson that is mastered overnight, but the fact that we are ALIVE gives us the freedom to explore these gifts. Your words are just perfect for me today.<br /><br />We are well here in the middle of the nation, but our dear friends on the New Jersey coast were especially hit hard, and that is difficult to take when we are out here so far from them.<br /><br />Be well, enjoy and thank you so much. AnitaCastles Crowns and Cottageshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01780241008313365707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-73264864845991699872012-11-02T11:18:16.802+00:002012-11-02T11:18:16.802+00:00We are very conscious of how busy you have been ov...We are very conscious of how busy you have been over the past number of weeks. But how wonderful is that and we do hope that 'Henny' is bringing you every possible reward.<br /><br />We ate rather too many of the 'fancies' and are sure that our neighbour, S. now has us marked down as exceptionally greedy!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-41412407475030626792012-11-01T22:46:37.700+00:002012-11-01T22:46:37.700+00:00Greetings from your fellow absentee blogger! I'...Greetings from your fellow absentee blogger! I'm back in the saddle again, and on to other adventures. I love your diary and pics--most especially the "fancies" (yum) and those fab sneakers! Looking forward to more, as ever :)<br />xoElizabeth Rose Stantonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05725663688810441280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-70316575957281860162012-11-01T09:33:55.486+00:002012-11-01T09:33:55.486+00:00Friends, Tammy, are so important to us, as we are ...Friends, Tammy, are so important to us, as we are certain that they are to you too. And with them we do have endless fun and consider ourselves so very fortunate to have the time to spend in their company.<br /><br />Yes, we should certainly recommend 'Food for Friends' as being a vegetarian restaurant of an excellent standard.Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-84118376540456002052012-11-01T09:31:06.986+00:002012-11-01T09:31:06.986+00:00Possibly so!! But we do have times when we restric...Possibly so!! But we do have times when we restrict ourselves to mineral water! And we trust that you are having fun yourself, Jo.Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-59346132580697836702012-11-01T09:15:44.521+00:002012-11-01T09:15:44.521+00:00Oh Jane and Lance, what a time you have had!
I ...Oh Jane and Lance, what a time you have had! <br /><br />I felt like I was going along the journey with you. I can't help but smile while reading your post, you obviously are fun loving people who enjoy life and the company of your dear friends. <br /><br />Thank you for sharing, I will try the Brighton restaurant next time I am in England!<br /><br />Regards, Tammy xx<br /><br />Tammy at The Drill Hall Emporiumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13946312367904599382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-68801079589271393932012-11-01T03:36:09.044+00:002012-11-01T03:36:09.044+00:00What a "heady" week you two have had.......What a "heady" week you two have had....my own head is spinning!!!! Too much alcohol....perhaps?? (O:(O:<br /><br />JoMy Grama's Soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10114089036939629527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-38432187674028563592012-10-31T17:56:50.417+00:002012-10-31T17:56:50.417+00:00It was all very exciting and such happy times spen...It was all very exciting and such happy times spent with friends catching up on all their joys and sorrows!<br /><br />Food for Friends was a wonderful discovery as we had never been there before. And, once found, we went there on two consecutive evenings!<br /><br />We have now had a relatively quiet time catching breath and soon will be off once more on our travels. Venice calls again and Brighton once more before the end of the year.<br /><br />Thank you for your kind comment. We hope that you are keeping well and enjoying life too. Love, J and L xxJane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-8237602502421105262012-10-31T17:13:33.599+00:002012-10-31T17:13:33.599+00:00Phew!!!! How fantastically exciting, I loved every...Phew!!!! How fantastically exciting, I loved every moment of your descriptions and lovely photographs!!<br />Cor! I'm quite certain you may need a couple of days to rest- up after such wonderful times. Food For Friends looks such a beautiful building,ooh and I'm all for those millions of glasses of champers too!!<br /><br />Hugs to you both and stay safe on your travels,<br />Jane xxHalf-heard in the Stillnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01840301617199033576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-12370762784392561132012-10-31T17:07:49.056+00:002012-10-31T17:07:49.056+00:00Oh, Linda, we are not at all sure that we should b...Oh, Linda, we are not at all sure that we should be up to Vampire and the Dead Bride lurking around the house. You have our deepest admiration that you can cope with it all....and the fake blood, fangs and skeletons too no doubt!!!<br /><br />Resting up tonight as it is a long night [into morning, we anticipate]tomorrow with friend R....champagne sure to be included!!!!!<br /><br />Have fun, love, J and L xxJane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-53678925608689258372012-10-31T16:28:59.892+00:002012-10-31T16:28:59.892+00:00Dear Jane and Lance,
thank you for your comments. ...Dear Jane and Lance,<br />thank you for your comments. Lois and her little friend are at this moment changing into vampire and dead bride (how lovely).I shall be glad when it's all over, but the children do enjoy it. Wishing you a lovely evening...let's hope you have some champers stashed somewhere! Much love, Linda xflowers on my tablehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11134447944633072349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-39667560113945350732012-10-31T16:18:15.488+00:002012-10-31T16:18:15.488+00:00Well,Jenny, we have heard of inflation but to go f...Well,Jenny, we have heard of inflation but to go from £1 per week to £1 per day seems extravagant to say the least. Still, if that is the price, we are still prepared to consider [are you his agent?] Dom's kind offer. We have to say, however, that once across the channel, lured by our housekeeper's Gulyas soup, Dom may not wish to return for some time........<br /><br />Steyning is so attractive, the Emporium is an Aladdin's Cave and there is a marvellous Tea Shop too.... a great day out to be sure!!!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-47347837352465365712012-10-31T15:53:53.151+00:002012-10-31T15:53:53.151+00:00Hello again
Just skipping across the ether to thro...Hello again<br />Just skipping across the ether to throw down a "£1 a week" gauntlet....Oh I had better make it a "£1 a day" to give you a fighting chance!<br /><br />What is that sound of tinkling laughter I can hear coming through the European skies...ho ho<br /><br />Best wishes<br />Jenny<br />PS: I will make a trip to that Emporium as it is not too far away - many thannksThe Custardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17632655608950737315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102162146315706774.post-71437672370890572152012-10-31T15:50:30.109+00:002012-10-31T15:50:30.109+00:00Yes,Linda, there is life beyond the computer scree...Yes,Linda, there is life beyond the computer screen....sometimes we need to remind ourselves of this!!!!Jane and Lance Hattatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16831890261259302647noreply@blogger.com