Readers of this morning’s earlier post will not be surprised to learn that, despite having sensibly skipped lunch, no further sustenance was needed until
today’s brunch taken at Lakeview Café. All tasty items in these generous platefuls were provided by the nearby Ferndene Farm Shop. Jackie, who photographed them has one each of tomatoes, bacon rashers, sausages, hash browns, and portions of mushrooms and baked beans. I enjoyed two of everything. Also included in the set meals were slices of toast and large mugs of tea, for me, and coffee for Jackie.
From the café we could see
the lakes with their still, silent, fishermen, and one old dog which heaved itself to its feet and mustered the energy to bark at me.
Strategically placed lifebelts were hung on a number of posts.
Before returning home we took a turn round Bisterne Close where
a squirrel sat on the tarmac finishing its own brunch, and
a number of ponies took theirs in the woodland.
This evening we dined on Jackie’s wholesome chicken and vegetable stewp and fresh bread and butter.
Big lunch my friend, 🙂
Thanks very much, Bridget
Holy cats, that is some breakfast! Lovely description of the water, the fisherman, and the dog.
Thanks you very much, Laurie
I am amazed : so good food and show of the nature in its diversity, Perhaps the fish in your plate came from the lake !! 🙂
In friendship
Michel
Thanks very much, friend, Michel 🙂
Delicious looking plates of food, good looking equines in the woods. Interesting long poles set on raised bi-pods at the fishing lake. What are they for? (Looks like the fishermen have lots of gear on the bank next to them.)
Thanks very much, Maj. I don’t know about the bi-pods
The British know how to do breakfast (and afternoon tea and puddings).
Thanks very much, Sheree
It looks like a lovely day–from that huge breakfast on!
Thanks very much, Merril
Looks like you had a beautiful day out and ate well.. both ends of the day 🙂
Thanks very much, Sue
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Just a little black pudding, and that brunch would be 100% perfect!
Big breakfasts or brunches are good sometimes. Tomorrow it’s a plate of vegetables for you both.
I liked the middle of the road squirrel, probably part of the anti-growth coalition.
Well, you’ve gone from whetting my appetite with scones, clotted cream and jam to a full on English! I’m expecting tomorrow to bring a watering supper!
Looks like I missed out Mouth! I’m sure I typed it!
Thank goodness you added that Sue. I was left wondering what in the world a watering supper could be!
Haha, I think my fingers have difficulty synchronising with my brain! My mind merrily skips along to the next word, but the typing lags behind!
The ponies look right at home in the woodland.
Good morning Derrick, it’s still raining here Geelong, but me and Frankie managed to go for our walkies in the rain … Your photo of the 2 ponies in the woodland captured my attention and I’ve filed it in my “Derrick Folder” …
I like the photo of the strategically placed lifebelts. We call them life preservers here, but lifebelt makes more sense. I hope the pony with the ribs showing is getting enough to eat. Maybe he or she is just thin from old age.
Hi Derrick! Did you see any of the fishermen catch a fish? I wonder what types their fishing for?
Thanks very much, Barbara. I didn’t get close enough for a conversation which would not have been welcome. And didn’t see any catches.
Ah yes, the solitary mind of a fisherman…
I note with interest the grey squirrel. In Australia our native fauna has been severely damaged by a wide range of imported species. I thought you might like the following. https://www.imperial.ac.uk/news/170448/dont-blame-grey-squirrels-their-british/
Fascinating, John. Thanks very much
Somebody I know would say that is too much fun in such a short period of time.
Thanks very much, Sylvie
Oh that meal looks amazing. I would get two of everything too! But I’m with Jackie on the coffee. Are those insanely long fishing poles mounted on stands beside the fishers?
Oh, and this: “and one old dog which heaved itself to its feet and mustered the energy to bark at me.” had me laughing. What excellent painting of a scene.
Thanks again, Crystal
Yes, that was perfect, wasn’t it? I could see it all.
Glad you reacted to it with me! 🙂
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I think they must be, Crystal. Thank you very much
Yeowza! 😮 Looks amazing and delicious and so much! ? I’d have to take most of it home for another meal! 🙂
What beautiful faces…and tails…posed for you today! 🙂
(((HUGS))) 🙂 ❤️
Thanks very much, Carolyn X
A day (and meals) worth remembering.
Thanks very much, Anne
My goodness, Derrick, you can certainly put it away. Your meals do look fabulous. So interesting that the fishermen let you know they were not to be disturbed without saying a word.
Beautiful photos of food, fishing and ponies.
Thank you very much, Uma. You know I am struggling with WP – this one took several hours, so I am pleased you liked the photos that were so difficult to get accepted
A wonderful brunch, too!
That one pony looks pretty thin, but forage was sparse with the heat, and his back looks a bit sway. He may be an old horse.
Thanks very much, Lavinia. A number of the ponies have visible ribs at the moment. Some are mares who have given birth in the summer.
Hi Derrick, these breakfasts look really good. Beautiful pictures as always.
Your breakfasts looked great! Lovely photos of the fishermen too!
Thank you very much, Aletta
I am always surprised at your health appetite! All of that moving around to take photos obviously keeps it worn off.
I just eat less afterwards, AnneMarie. 🙂 Thanks very much
That looks delicious!
Cheers, Lindsey
What a beautiful place to have a delicious brunch! That squirrel is so cute?️
Thanks very much, Ribana