tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post7186197900298518754..comments2024-03-23T11:30:45.980-04:00Comments on honey & jam | recipes + photos: love & losshannah queen | honey & jamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04958184033858305901noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-74367434291026060482019-06-14T22:35:35.777-04:002019-06-14T22:35:35.777-04:00Really enjoy your blog, your pics, and your recipe...Really enjoy your blog, your pics, and your recipes! Well done.Millican Pecanhttps://millicanpecan.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-6306842877625463402019-04-02T14:41:02.964-04:002019-04-02T14:41:02.964-04:00Hi,
I was visiting your blog honestly just to see ...Hi,<br />I was visiting your blog honestly just to see why it made Saveur's top 50. I try not to be jealous as I gear up to launch my new blog about IBS safe food - not my fav Italian food dripping with olive oil and sauce(sob). But one has to go with honesty in blogging and truth is all my old blog food would kill me if I ate it. ha ha. Your darling blog - how can I express the sweetness of your grief, the tears I felt flowing for you, you dear girl, as you mourn the loss of your mom. I have three girls (and two boys) all grown now, but even at 80, I don't want to leave them and they don't want to lose me. Not today anyway. I send you hugs and prayers that God gives you strength, love, understanding to help you blog on for your mom.Joanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06599785947833433319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-4499925701656226392018-11-21T22:50:36.542-05:002018-11-21T22:50:36.542-05:00I am SO glad you are blogging again!! I really enj...I am SO glad you are blogging again!! I really enjoy reading what you have to say, seeing your beautiful photographs, and your delicious recipes. I would check once in awhile for a new post and so glad I visited your page again...I hope there's more to come!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-10802405912057832892015-07-31T02:39:04.248-04:002015-07-31T02:39:04.248-04:00Darling girl, I am so sorry for your loss. What b...Darling girl, I am so sorry for your loss. What beautiful words you have written about your grief for your dear mum. I lost my dad when I was 25, half my life ago and it still grieves me all these years later. For what it is worth, I found these words although I do not know the author...<br /><br />"Grief never ends...but it changes.<br />It's a passage, not a place to stay.<br />Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor <br />a lack of faith...<br />It is the price of love."<br /><br />I have been making your banana bread since I found it on your blog, way back in 2009. No other recipe is as good or as simple. I may just have to buy your book too! <br /><br /> Hugs,<br /><br />Joolz xxJoolzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07490462580345458546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-36432966957269739542015-07-20T10:57:28.424-04:002015-07-20T10:57:28.424-04:00I feel for you with every word. I lost my Mum a f...I feel for you with every word. I lost my Mum a few years ago and some days I ache and long to speak with her so very much. I miss her most when I am cooking, or working on a recipe so much so that I can almost feel her with me. Your Mum is with you always and let the tears come and go, not matter where you are. Grief shouldn't be bottled up - let it out. Much love to you from across the ocean. Elinor aka Beach Hut Cook beachhutcookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10119852155608511603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-86540878555231450172015-07-03T08:58:36.340-04:002015-07-03T08:58:36.340-04:00Sorry about the sudden loss of your Mother. Whatev...Sorry about the sudden loss of your Mother. Whatever stage of grief you are in, it is okay. Better days will come and you will find yourself finding comfort in memories of your Mom. My Mom died in 2003, I love to think about her, talk about her, look at photos of her, and what I love the most is to embrace her unique characteristics in myself. You will laugh again and it will make you feel good.Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15471639876072617577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-92002274781308025412015-05-06T05:35:58.491-04:002015-05-06T05:35:58.491-04:00I found your blog among many others in the Saveur ...I found your blog among many others in the Saveur finalists list. I was clicking onto the various links to find new blogs to read (and love), because I need a breath of fresh air. The list is filled with so many beautiful blogs, great photography, professionally written recipes and good food, but after looking around I invariably close them and don't save them among my favorites... I need more than food, as much as I love it. Photography is essential of course: I am far from being a good photographer, but I love some good food porn. But still, I need more... and then I read this post and I got what I needed. Emotion, connection... I have lost loved ones and I can relate to what you say. I cannot imagine losing my mother, or me and my daughter not being together. Just the thought is physically painful. But you described a lovely person, a special bond so well, you brought tears to my eyes. I hope that after all these months things have become more bearable and I look forward to you writing here often, just as your mother would have wanted.Nuts about foodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11081157237653314887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-79318940362448178852015-04-28T12:52:46.228-04:002015-04-28T12:52:46.228-04:00This is the most eloquent, beautiful post. Your mo...This is the most eloquent, beautiful post. Your mom must have been a very special lady, you are lucky to have had her. <br /><br />I feel the same about my mom, my best friend, biggest cheerleader and so much more. <br /><br />I am sorry for your loss. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acornshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06044933540074342177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-37994380593411033162015-04-02T07:09:50.266-04:002015-04-02T07:09:50.266-04:00This post made me cry. My dad died very suddenly ...This post made me cry. My dad died very suddenly and unexpectedly six months ago, and this post just resonated with me so SO much. Especially with how I felt the first three or so months. I'm planning my wedding - I got engaged two months after he died - and it's the most heartbreaking thing planning the wedding and knowing that he won't be walking me down the isle. I can't comprehend it. I still get lost in grief. You've articulated it so much better than I have been able to. <br /><br />My post about my dad.<br />http://elizaoverthemoon.blogspot.com.au/2014/08/the-sudden-truth.html<br /><br />I'm so sorry for your loss.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08506580996142138707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-58689719594784358132015-03-29T23:50:07.078-04:002015-03-29T23:50:07.078-04:00Hannah, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my mot...Hannah, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my mother just over four years ago after her 11-year-long battle with ovarian cancer. I so know the pain you're feeling. Wishing you healing and peace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-43288173541651174492015-03-25T21:39:29.574-04:002015-03-25T21:39:29.574-04:00Hannah,
My friend, Kristen Doyle, referred me to ...Hannah,<br /><br />My friend, Kristen Doyle, referred me to your blog for this post specifically. My dad died suddenly five weeks ago tomorrow. I have never been so heartbroken in all my life. I feel absolutely lost. Your description of grief? Yes. It's like a curtain. I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm so so sorry. Ruthannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09864124981199732859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-69115991771114583232015-03-18T11:40:39.752-04:002015-03-18T11:40:39.752-04:00Hannah, I'm so sorry for your loss. I have bee...Hannah, I'm so sorry for your loss. I have been following your blog from the beginning, and just stopped by to see if there's something new here. So sad to hear an amazing person is gone and you are going through this. Don't know what else to say, except that I hope you'll find more strength each day and that have inspiration to share your stories and photos here. Hugs from Finland!Tiina Garvey - Fanni ja Kanelihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08746926849833992861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-44924908757815979922015-03-05T17:49:43.451-05:002015-03-05T17:49:43.451-05:00Just found your blog today, and I am your neighbor...Just found your blog today, and I am your neighbor, living in South Carolina..just wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with you as your grieve the loss of your dear mother..sparrow girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03945773207784801981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-82402575888185697392015-03-05T00:25:30.730-05:002015-03-05T00:25:30.730-05:00So sorry to hear it Hannah - sending you love and ...So sorry to hear it Hannah - sending you love and prayers.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10332180532912095824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-2506756605948534972015-02-16T12:21:50.728-05:002015-02-16T12:21:50.728-05:00Dear Hannah, my daughter and I have been long tim...Dear Hannah, my daughter and I have been long time fans of your site. Your photos and story telling are so inspiring and beautiful. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how difficult it can been since I have been without either of my parents now for most of my life. I miss them every day...and no amount of time can heal that loss or quiet. Though, there are no words I can offer to comfort you through this pain, I do offer my prayers. May the angels be with your mother's spirit. Take care and God Bless.Catherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04945906301035526440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-53962162982005165622015-02-04T11:03:22.224-05:002015-02-04T11:03:22.224-05:00Thank you so much for sharing this. My father pas...Thank you so much for sharing this. My father passed away on New Year's Eve. Even though I have 2 siblings, I felt like no one understood how I was feeling. Thank you for putting those feelings into words. I hope that you continue to heal and be a blessing to others.<br /><br />Good luck and congrats on your new cookbook. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05064843610694985834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-3116211306439475652015-02-04T00:41:00.100-05:002015-02-04T00:41:00.100-05:00I've never heard grief explained better. I wi...I've never heard grief explained better. I wish you peace and comfort from your mom, I know they are near and watch over us.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02543860554122634745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-38614777358961006072015-02-04T00:40:46.674-05:002015-02-04T00:40:46.674-05:00I've never heard grief explained better. I wi...I've never heard grief explained better. I wish you peace and comfort from your mom, I know they are near and watch over us.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02543860554122634745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-55836198183056939452015-02-03T20:06:02.525-05:002015-02-03T20:06:02.525-05:00Nice to stop here to get a break from the cold, sn...Nice to stop here to get a break from the cold, snowy winter we're having in New York City. Lovely photos and tasty recipes! I've got to try the buttermilk bisquits!Debra Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04553596042707601518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-86949443878761698892015-02-03T16:29:23.511-05:002015-02-03T16:29:23.511-05:00I am so sorry for your loss. My husband died 9 we...I am so sorry for your loss. My husband died 9 weeks ago, after a short illness, and I still can't seem to catch my breathe and believe it's real. That my best friend is gone, I can't feel his hugs, or hear his light snore when he sleeps. <br /><br />You are correct, nothing is beautiful about having a splotchy face full of tears - I am basically on the outside strong for everyone else around me, because I feel they need it. But when my head hits the pillow each night, on "his" side of the bed and I see his clothes hanging in the closet where I left them, I begin to cry. Each and every night. Sending hugs to you!Bizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08783112702666715422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-60705505138168799262015-02-02T20:57:01.166-05:002015-02-02T20:57:01.166-05:00Bawling. My mom had a brain aneurysm last year and...Bawling. My mom had a brain aneurysm last year and we came so close to losing her than I cannot possibly fathom what you are going through. I lost my job a few days ago, and as I clean out my computer I found this bookmark to your blog which, I must admit, I hadn't checked in some time. I am so glad that I did. <br /><br />I must thank you for the perspective and unfortunately, I can't offer much other than praise for your positively beautiful writing and the ability to express what is so very difficult. Your mom must have been so, so full of pride with everything you did and continue to do, My most heartfelt condolences on your loss <3Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14723943705055775229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-91503399526723534382015-02-02T12:24:09.133-05:002015-02-02T12:24:09.133-05:00I found your beautiful blog through the Southern L...I found your beautiful blog through the Southern Living Magazine link. Your post is so beautiful. It made me cry because I'm the mother of a 21 year old woman, and we are so close. I'm also close to my own mother. Such tender words. Such sadness and pain. Grief feels like fear. It really does. My heart goes out to you and your family, but there are no words. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-70398188708772188462015-01-29T18:31:12.317-05:002015-01-29T18:31:12.317-05:00After I lost my mother, a dear woman came up to me...After I lost my mother, a dear woman came up to me, looked me straight in the eye, and simply stated,"You will always miss your mother". It has been three years this late April, and I still miss her immensely. <br />It appears from this brief tribute of your dear mother that she gave you a heritage of many eternal things, that is immeasurable.<br />Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09710910366858293660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-55190237118672593902015-01-29T17:04:32.297-05:002015-01-29T17:04:32.297-05:00I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. My...I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.Jude Butterflyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08853349512317432705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2166220907811204926.post-17785420502312819772015-01-28T12:46:50.937-05:002015-01-28T12:46:50.937-05:00Your description of grief is exactly correct. It&...Your description of grief is exactly correct. It's a horrendous tearing wound in your soul, that takes a long, long time to heal and it's terrifying. I lost my partner just over 2.5 years ago, and I'm still dealing with the aftershocks of it. For a long time I thought I was losing my mind. But I will tell you: it gets easier. You'll never stop missing her, but it gets easier.<br /><br />I wouldn't say mourning is beautiful because it's about love - that would also make me incredibly angry. A phrase I've heard that I like is "grief is the price we pay for love." And the fact that you feel so much means that you love so deeply.<br /><br />It gets easier. Some days I didn't want it to ever get easier, because that felt like I was getting further away, but eventually even that feeling faded, for the most part.<br /><br />If you ever want to talk, I understand grieving. wyndsung at gmail dot com - email me, and I can even give you my phone number if you need to talk to someone. I had another widow that I called frequently - sometimes even five times in the same hour - to reassure myself that what I was going through was normal, because it is mind-boggling how scary it is. Your emotional control levels have been completely torn apart, and you don't remember how it was, because the last time you had that little control you were an infant/toddler.<br /><br />I'm rambling. Anyway. I'm so, so sorry for your loss. Death sucks. Life is still worthwhile, but death just sucks. *hug*Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04197843811610708322noreply@blogger.com