This past week has been warmer and today sees rain--perfect for getting the inn ready for the upcoming busy weekend.
My Mom's father passed away earlier in the week and we've all been processing it in different ways. He was 88 years old (gotta love those tenacious German genes). Instead of being too sad, I recall the memories of what he did offer to us and keep busy with "inn stuff," knowing that perspective will come in time.
I've had quite a few calls for the upcoming weekend, which is historically busy here at the inn. The people coming seem really nice so I am enjoying getting back into my work (ye olde "Production Mode").
A student from Andover College will be visiting the inn tomorrow to shadow me. She is doing a capstone work experience relating to the Front Desk. Hope she has her track shoes on! Gail, who has been with Inn at Long Lake for a few years now, will also begin in her new position as my Innkeeper Assistant. Gail is a "peach" and I know the inn, and guests, will benefit greatly from her friendliness, hard work, and maturity.
Will let you know how the weekend goes. May romance, friendship, and love be with you during this Valentine's Weekend...and remember: it is the simple, true gestures from our hearts that bring us all together.
Innkeeper Keith
2 comments:
Sorry about the loss of your grandfather. Treasure the good memories.
Thanks for the thoughtful words, Blog Reader Kim.
Yes, memories are sometimes all we can hold close to our hearts.
Innkeeper Keith
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