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"Very good hotel in excellent location"Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Dec 12, 2012
Very good hotel in excellent location. Friendly and helpful staff.
"Good value for money"Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Dec 2, 2012
Generally good stay, friendly staff especially on reception on evening of arrival. Would recommend to friends.
"Absolutely Fab - you must stay HERE!"Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Nov 25, 2012
OUR FIRST TIME AT COUNTRY INN & SUITES. It was great - room - food - friendliest of staff - local information.The best is real crockery in the mornings at Breakfast - no plastic cutlery!! Breakfast choice very good - bacon bits / real potatoes etc Downfall is the dreaded powdered egg - lets it down!! I know they dish this type of egg up because it is cheapier - but if they can be bothered to provide crockery & cutlery - why not fresh eggs? Ideal for going to Old Opry - this is a must when in Nashville.
"Opryland Without The Opry"Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Nov 10, 2012
I booked this hotel before I got around to booking tickets for the Grand Ole Opry, only to discover that it had reverted from its new auditorium to the Ryman Theatre in downtown Nashville. for the winter months. As a result a large part of the rationale for using this hotel evaporated.As it happened the booking agency I used provided transport to the Grand Ole Opry, but even allowing for that this hotel is not ideally situated for visiting the downtown attractions.The available eateries in the area are not great and obtaining taxis to visit downtown involved long waits and came at a cost which suggested I might have been better off spending money on a more expensive down town hotel.That said the hotel provided reasonable accommodation and the staff were helpful.But another lesson learned was that not all Days Inn offer identical facilities.The one stayed at in Memphis days earlier offered a complimentary shuttle bus service - but not so the one at Nashville.
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"3 nights in nashville"
boys enjoyed pool. nashville attractions spread out so convenient(ish) location Enjoyed our meal at the hotel and the waiter was friendly and informativeGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great stay"
Love this hotel, very retro! Great priceGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Comfortable stay"
Rooms were clean and comfortable. Having to swipe your room key in order to function the elevator was aggravating but like the security in it. Television had a little issue coming on but did eventually. Beds were comfy.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Average satisfactionGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Only negatives no ice machine on our floor, no microwave and refrigerator in roomGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Once is enough"
I thought the hotel pictures were a bit deceiving. The room was comfortable, but we wouldn't stay again. The hallways are painted very dark, weird colors. My teen said it seemed like we were backstage at a concert while walking in the halls. Convenience to the airport is about the best thing going for this hotel.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Like A Fish Called Wanda...."
The Hotel Preston is a really great time. The staff is amazingly helpful. The location is right near the airport (without the noise), and a quick drive to downtown Nashville or the Gaylord Opry. The decor is strikingly unique and elicits comfort and energy for the night ahead. Positives: well-equipped fitness center; good room amenities, comfortable […] beds, clean, great deal for cost. Negatives: rooms can be dim, electronic outlets aren't plentiful, bathrooms are tight. BONUS: I had the pleasure of a complementary fish for my stay---so nice to come home to Wanda every night. IN SHORT: MUST STAY Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Good stay"
We had a nice stay here. Nice, clean, spacious room. Staff was very nice.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
broken door lock! given a double door room which i was able to push open. required mantainance repair, electrical socket coming out of wall and three prong plugs in a two prong extension cord under the bed. just very disappointed.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Close to the airport and sights"
We ordered room service and they were very fast and good. The location was one exit from the airport. The dining for breakfast was really good and not real pricey. Hotel had pillows in room should have called for different ones very lumpy.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Easy access hotel with nice amenities"
Our family had a nice time at this hotel. It was easy to get on and off the highway from to access the sites around Nashville. The kids enjoyed the complimentary extras: a pet goldfish and a lava lamp!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel This review is great ! We're so glad you and your family had a wonderful experience with us. Thanks for being such a big supporter of our unique amenities. Next time you're back in Nashville, we'd love to host you again! Until then,
"Unique hotel"
Hotel Preston is very unique. They strive to cultivate that, which I appreciated. You get a complimentary rubber duckie and you can check out a free lava lamp during your stay. The beds are comfortable. On the down side, I requested a lava lamp and it never showed up. The place reeks of stale smoke. The tv channels don't all come in. Location is conveniently […] right next to the interstate and near the airport; in spite of that, the noise isn't bad. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Over rated"
From the reviews I had read about the Preston, I had expected more. The room was comfortable and the staff friendly and helpful. The "room amenities" consisted of soap, shampoo and conditioner only. The hotel looks a little tired:carpeting, wallpaper and lighting. The room doors noise was a distraction. One big plus was the free shuttle service to and […] from the airport and to the Oprey Mills area. The drivers were knowledgeable and went the extra distance when answering our many questions. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Ok for the price"
When first entering the hotel it seemed very chic and nice. However, the rooms are in poor condition and are just a mix match of old furniture and modern accessories. Our bed was terribly uncomfortable, we both rolled toward the center all night. It also smelled like cigarette smoke even though it was a non-smoking room. The shower head was broken and […] was not adjustable. Overall I would say it just didn't feel clean. We chose this hotel mostly because of the pictures we had seen online and the fact that it was close to downtown. When we return to Nashville in December we will definitely find a different hotel. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel We aim to offer a comfortable and conveniently located hotel for those visiting Nashville, though I'm sorry to hear that you weren't overly impressed. I always welcome feedback, as we want to make sure that your visit is as enjoyable as possible—from the room, to your meals, and the overall atmosphere.I'm sorry to hear that your room had a cigarette smell and the shower head was broken. Were we able to accommodate you with a room change? I would love to continue this conversation and discuss how we can make sure you have a much better time in the future. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback! Best,
"anniversary trip"
We loved it! We are already planning a trip back!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"won't stay here again"
The hotel seemed to be in a not so great neighborhood, with not even a pharmacy, or grocery store anywhere in sight. I had to drive over 5 miles away to find a pharmacy, and the only place to eat was a dirty subway. The hotel stops serving food at 10pm, and we got ripped off by the pizza place they referred us to. The hotel lounge is also pretty shady, […] and they were out of everything we asked for. The bathtub had mold, and could be in need of a good scrubbing with some bleach. I did not take my shoes off the entire time I was there.. the carpet was disgusting and stained. the couch in our room had stains and rips in it - would have been better just to take it out of the room completely. The outter appearance of the hotel from the street is run down as well, when we saw it from the road, we almost turned away right then. It's a $20 cab ride down town one way, and $25 to the airport - I would have rather just spend the extra money and stayed in a nice hotel in the heart of downtown Nashville. Although the staff was nice, and helpful - the hotel itself was a little gross. Glad we were only there one night. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Close to my son and all the places I wanted to see"
The hotel was fine. It was clean and the beds were quite comfortable. But the 1st day I woke up and there was no water. It was gone in the entire hotel. While they didn't refund any of my money for the day, the room service lady brought me apple juice, 2 bottles of water and coffee because she couldn't make orange juice for me. On the flip side, I had […] to keep asking the maid service for towels and soap... Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel"
Nice hotel, convenient to interstate, airport & downtown.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Disgustingly dirty"
We were in a per friendly room with a service dog. Our dog would not even lie down on the urine and feces saturated carpeting until I put towels down for her to lay on! The stench was suffocating!! Dogs shouldn't even have to stay in such conditions, not to mention humans! OBTW I paid 200.00 for the privilege I mean insult!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thank you for letting us know about your unfortunate experience. I can promise you this sounds extremely uncharacteristic of us, and I want to apologize for what seemed to be a very uncomfortable stay. Cleanliness is a big concern of ours, so the fact that the scent was that strong in your room is quite shocking. What were the dates you stayed with us? I'd like to personally look into this. Did you ask for another room? I look forward to hearing back from you. Once again, I want to apologize for your disappointing experience and will make sure this never happens again. Much appreciated, Steve Hoida
The pictures online made the appearance of the hotel lobby seem larger than it was in person. We asked for extra pillows and never received them. The top sheet had holes and the sheet for the bottom mattress was not fitted and when sleeping or turning the sheet and the mattress pad covering shifted. It was just an okay stay. Would not stay again. The […] front desk staff was very nice and helpful. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thank you for your helpful and detailed feedback. I'm glad to hear that the front desk staff was helpful throughout your stay. That being said, I'll definitely take note of your concerns. I'm sorry that you never recieved your extra pillows and the sheets shifted on your bed. We'd never want our guests to feel uncomfortable. I would love to continue this conversation and discuss how we can make sure you have a much better time in the future. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback!
Hotel was nice and seemed pretty clean. It had a blues vibe. Surrounding area seemed pretty ghetto. Staff was nice, non of my stuff was stolen. Therefore it was good.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Best Priced Upscale Hotel in the Area"
I am not thinking of "value" motels when I say this place is priced best, but rather the quite expensive luxury hotels you may find in downtown Nashville. For the short drive, the difference in price is very worth it. Add to that the unique swankiness you get at Hotel Preston, and it makes for quite a fun stay. The complimentary lava lamp / beta fish […] / in-room mini fridge qualifies as above-and-beyond amenities. The room was quite clean and the service was attentive. I have only two complaints, really. One is that the shower itself was dated, though the shower head (and rest of the bathroom) was very nice. My other complaint has to do with proximity to the airport. Once per morning (around 9 am) I heard the jet engines of an airplane landing/taking off. I'm not sure if the frequency or times change, but I could imagine that would be annoying at an earlier hour, or if it occurred more frequently. In spite of those downsides, my stay was quite pleasant. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel We're so glad we were a hit for you on the price and value! We pride ourselves on our fun and unique amenities, so it's wonderful to hear this positive feedback. Next time you need a getaway, business or pleasure, we'd love to have you!
"Did not meet my expectations"
I was originally excited to stay at this hotel. However, I was disappointed with the overall experience. They put us on the second floor room that wreaked of smoke with a band booming below us to an empty room. We moved to a smaller bed on the 9th floor and it was incredibly musky.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Expected better"
The room was not clean. The room's AC was extremely LOUD and falling apart. Overall I was very disappointed. I expected better.Genuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thank you for letting us know about your unfortunate experience. I'm sorry to hear that you weren't impressed with your room. Did anyone come up to fix your AC unit and look over the room? I would love to continue this conversation and discuss how we can make sure you have a much better time in the future. Best, Steve, General Manager
"Nice place"
Perfect spot awa from the downtown mess but close enough to drive to/from. Will stay again if I go to another game at LP Field.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Business trip"
Terrible food prepared onsite, otherwise a pleasant stay.Genuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel We aim to offer a tasty meal in our Cafe Isabella for those visiting Nashville, though I'm sorry to hear that you weren't overly impressed. I always welcome feedback, as we want to make sure that your visit is as enjoyable as possible—from the room, to your meals, and the overall atmosphere. I'd love to hear more about what we could do to further improve your experience with us. Thanks for taking the time to write us a review, and I hope we'll see you again. Best, Steve, General Manager
"Nice place, convenient location."
We stayed at this hotel one night on a recent trip to Nashville. Everything about the place was just fine. The staff was friendly and the room was nice. This also was the first hotel that we've stayed in where we had the option to request a live fish to be put in the room for us to enjoy while we stayed. Wonderfully quirky and highly recommended.Genuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thanks for your kind words here on Expeida. We're thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed staying with us, even though it was just one night.Thanks for being such a big supporter of our quirky and unique hotel. Please come back and see us soon! Until then,
"Neat Hotel not far from downtown"
Everything was nice but the cab service from the hotel.The front desk clerk reported their cab service offered a discounted rate by using the hotels service.Unfortunately this was a bad choice,no discount and "put your life in the driver's hands!" Speeding in and out of traffic,slamming on the brakes and pulling out into on coming traffic! Like the […] hotel but steer clear of the taxi. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Peaceful Stay"
My 5 week old and I stayed at the Hotel Preston for a night and the staff was wonderful, friendly, and patient (crying babies aren't for everyone). I would like to particularly point out the staff at the restaurant for being especially friendly. The room was clean, the bed comfortable, and we enjoyed our stay.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Hotel Experience"
Over all good - especially the shuttle driver and the waiter for breakfast in the dining room. Both were excellent and went above. However, I had asked for a wake up call which I didn't get and was late for the airport.Genuine Expedia guest review
"close to interstate"
It was not as nice as I expected based on the website. The carpet was worn and the gym was tiny. The hotel did have a small bar, but the tables were sticky and the band wasn't great. However, the staff was kind and helpful, and the price was good. Took about 20 min to get anywhere of interest in Nashville from here.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Fairly nice hotel close to the Nashville Airport"
Although it doesn't look like much from the outside, this is a pretty nice hotel that seems to have been newly renovated and refurbished. The rooms themselves are where it really shines; very clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this hotel. Just keep in mind, it is very close to the Nashville Airport. I booked this room for a night out […] in Downtown Nashville, and the hotel proved to be quite a bit farther from that area than expected. Safe travels! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel I'm glad that we could welcome you to Nashville and offer a few comforts to help you feel right at home. Thanks for the note on the clean and comfortable room. I hope that you enjoyed the rest of your visit, and I look forward to welcoming you back next time you're in town.
"Good stay for the price"
Overall good for the price and close to a lot of interesting stuffGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thank you for the good feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed the convenient location. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Much appreciated,
"3 Star"
This hotel should be rated no more than a three star based on based on other hotels that I have stayed in. this hotel is very average.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate all kinds of feedback— both positive and negative— because it lets us know what we're doing right and also what we can do better! It's a shame that we came across as average. From our pet fish to our Nashville photography, we like to think of ourselves as a very unique escape from the hustle and bustle of the real world. If you have any more feedback for us, letting us know how we could make your experience better, we're all ears! I look forward to hearing back from you! Cheers, Steve
"An airport hotel"
Has a free airport shuttle that is quick. Hotel seems a little worn and dated. Clean and comfortable. I gave it low ratings due to the housekeeping and restaurant staff were a bit unpleasant. Housekeeping knocked twice on my door on my check out morning. They were pretty impolite. The restaurant staff was similar with a separate interaction. Otherwise, […] a reasonable enough place to stay, although I doubt I would return there. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel I'm sorry you were disappointed with your stay. Above all, we want our guests to have an enjoyable experience, so if our staff came across as impolite or unpleasant in any way, this is something I will look into. We look forward to continuing this conversation and learning what else we can improve about your experience so that you will return. All the best,
"Dark Dingy Depressing"
The staff was nonexistent, we were traveling on business and had several boxes come in to the hotel that needed to be transferred to our car, needless to say we had to beg for help. The tub's drain was clogged, the toilet did not flush well, the shower faucet was loose. The décor was from 1970, hallways were dark and not air conditioned. The smell of […] the kitchen wafted through our 9th floor room. There was no convenience store to purchase snacks, coffee, etc. We could not find the ice machine on our floor to even get water. The room was dusty, carpeting dirty - however the bedding was clean. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel JoAnne, I'm sorry you were disappointed with your stay. Above all, we want our guests to have an enjoyable experience, so if our staff was nonexistent, or came across as rude in any way, this is something I will look into. Did you happen to relay any of the issues with your room to the staff? We look forward to continuing this conversation and learning what else we can improve about your experience
"the Hotel Preston was rated three stars"
Upon arrival I was greeted by "Crystal" apparently they have 3 Crystal, after 8 days on the road all I wanted was a clean room and clean tub, I asked about the rooms and tubs and her response "I DONT KNOW" when I arrived I had been up for 18 hours & I was hungry and tired but and express that nothing opend at the hotel until 5pm and she gave me a room […] next to the Ice machine which apparently everyone needed all night long .They gave me a menu from a chinese place that delivered and " WE TO BUSY CALL BACK" Went to the room and it is an older hotel, old carpets I even ripped the sheets back to look at the mattress to make sure no bed bugs were present (the mattress was USED and older and sagged) the best part of the stay was the gal in the bar that allowed me to sit and place a food order before they opended and Shelby who went above and beyond with help Kyle and the "ADMID" Crystal helped with questions and directions without hesitation, I will not be staying at this hotel EVER again. But if I could transfer Shelby, Kyle and Crystal (OFFICE?) i would go where they work Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Decent hotel, close cab ride to downtown"
Requested a non-smoking room and was placed in a smoking room. The room was decently clean, no spotless. But the hotel staff was nice and accommodated our early check-in and the hotel was a quick cab ride to downtown, so overall a decent stay.Genuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thank you for letting us know about your stay. I'm very sorry to hear that we were sold out of the room type you requested. Did you happen to call down to see if you could be moved? I'm glad you found that we were able to get you into your room early and you enjoyed your time in Nashville. I hope you'll give us another try in the future. Much appreciated,
"Just alright."
The hallways are dark and a little creepy in the upper floors. Walls have dark wallpaper and dark carpet on floors. The room was clean and certainly adequate but the hallway and elevator finishes were pretty strange!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
I missed room not including a hair dryer unless I somehow didn't find one. I thought later that perhaps there was one in the closet. There were spots on the carpeting that should be addressed. I am a stickler for clean carpets and it is so easily addressed. Upon arrival I was taken back by the run down condition of the immediate residential area. I […] would suggest more lighting at the hotel complex itself. We enjoyed the music in the bar area, I believe they were the Hangovers, very good. We didn't eat there but the menu looked good., The reservationist were right on the ball and most pleasant. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel, convenient to all of Nashville."
Went to Nashville for an extended weekend to celebrate my wife's birthday. Stayed at the hotel for the 3rd or 4th time. Reliably pleasant.Genuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Ron, thanks for choosing to stay with us to celebrate your wife's birthday! We're always looking to "wow" our guests, so the fact that your stay with us was just "average" is disappointing to hear. I'm sorry that your check-in wasn't done in a timely manner. We always appreciate hearing back from our guests. Next time you're back in Nashville, we'd love to host you again! Until then,
"nice hotel , great bar . farely close to sights"
Nice hotel a plus that it has a bar and dinning . Overall it was goodGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel close to everything."
Aug. 11, 2013, Me, my husband, and stepdaughter came to Nashvagas for my stepdaughters 13th b-day. I was a little nervous cuz I booked the room and then read reviews and some were bad. But I have to say I was pretty pleased with our room. It seemed to be clean, beds were comfy, ac worked great, & tv was good. The only complaint I have is the drain in […] tub didn't drain good and there was no vent in the bathroom. Also, no free wi-fi. I thought the decor was a little different but we liked. Hotel staff was nice. I would definitely stay there again. We didn't get to see any of the bands but maybe next time. We had a wonderful time and will be back! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Kristen, thank you for sharing your experience with us. While it's wonderful you enjoyed our hotel for the most part, I want to apologize for the minor missteps that occurred. In the future, please let us know about any concerns you have regarding your room (drain, wi-fi) — no matter how small. We always appreciate hearing about issues while our guests are staying with us, so we can work to fix the problem on the spot. We would of been happy to get you set up with our free wi-fi. It's great to hear that everything else seemed to go off without a hitch. Next time you're back in Nashville, we'd love to host you again! Thanks, Steve
"Great time"
We come in town for the Titans game and a little alone time and the service was great and the rooms clean and bed very comfortable which is very hard to find for me. Very quiet place.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Wendy, thank you for this wonderful feedback. We're so glad you stayed with us for your fun weekend in Nashville! From our service to our beds, we want you to have a memorable experience. Please come back and see us soon! Until then,
"good with a car"
Perfect location if you have a car. Clean rooms. Nice staff. Slow slow slow WiFi. Only complaint.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel Thank you for the wonderful feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed our friendly staff, clean rooms and convenient location. That being said, I'm sorry to hear about your experience with the internet connection. Was the staff able to assist you with this issue? We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Much appreciated,
"will never go here again"
My daughter, her 3 children and I checked in as per our reservation. The room did not have the beds we booked and the room was dirty and smelled of smoke. They agreed to move us to another room and bring in rollaway...at additional $10. We said no, then they tried a "suite" which turned out to be 2 corner rooms...not connected...you had to go out in […] the hall to get to the other room. One king bed, no beds in other room...they said they would bring 3 rollaways. We said no. Finally gave us 2 rooms with 2 q beds each, adjoining door connecting rooms. It was now 11 pm with 3 kids and exasperated mom and grandma. The maintenance man was very kind and helped us into the room and brought the kids goldfish in 2 bowls and coloring books!!! Strange but at least he tried. The beds were ok but the bathrooms were poorly renovated and had mold. A very disappointing experience...would NOT RECOMMEND this hotel!!! Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Response by Hotel Preston, a Provenance Hotel I'm so sorry that you had such a negative experience with us. We always appreciate hearing about issues while our guests are staying with us, so we can work to fix the problem on the spot. We'd never want our guests to feel uncomfortable.What kind of room type was your reservation for? We appreciate you mentioning our maintenance man as being helpful and our fun amenities that we brought up for the kids. I would love to continue this conversation and discuss how we can make sure you have a much better time in the future. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback! Much appreciated,
"Would not go back"
Sooo dark. NO coffee downstairs for us to go to the airport. Actually did not like the rooms. We are used to staying at Marriott and Hiltons. It felt not clean. Girl that checked us in (Krystal) was great and complimented the hotel, but the hotel did not match what she said.Genuine Expedia guest review
"A fun hotel!"
Companion fish - check! Lava lamp - check! Rubber Duckie for your bath - check! Random parking lot chicken roaming about (ok!?!) - check! Pillow menu for comfort - check! Spiritual Menu for religious books - check! What more could you ask for? Oh, comfortable, clean room, large pool (3-9feet), speedy service, friendly staff, video games available in […] room ($6.95 per hour, too rich for my blood), free wifi (medium strength), best price I found in the Nashville area in August - we paid $119 plus tax, per night. We were thrilled with this place, the location was convenient, and the extra , sometimes odd, touches were kitschy and charming. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"The location is wonderful--out of the noisy city"
Attended Vanderbilt graduation--don't miss taking a horse carriage ride--didn't want noise of city--this hotel loves guests its staff does not relive the Civil War days--very helpful w questions/directions--across and down from airport--will shuttle you anywhere within 5 miles of hotel for free--has arrangements for taxis for further trips--doesn't […] punish you for parking like others--The Pink Slip lounge eclectic environment--I adored all the color schemes, art forms, kickback to the 70's--even has a hotel hen that has taken up outdoor residence--an actual chicken--doesn't crow--just sits relaxed--landscaping some of the finest I have seen in Nashville--We plan to return here next year--we asked for more towels had them before we could put phone back on receiver--room emaculate--has a wonderful view poolside in dining area. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
It's got a real personality, and the reception staff were very friendly to me. Modern facilities, up-to-date rooms, with real interior design (which so many hotels lack) for a really reasonable price. This place is nice. It's beautifully done up, everything feels new, and you don't feel like you're at some dingy 20-year-old hotel.Genuine Expedia guest review
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This is an 6 week oral only stack for those looking to add some mass and strength while avoiding injections. The Methan50 is a powerful oral steroid and the proviron will add some extra androgen to the mix while helping to suppress estrogen and free up the amount of testosterone in the body. The Liv-52 is included to keep the liver healthy during the 6 weeks of C-17 use. Starting on day 1, take half tablet of Methan50, 1 GP Proviron , and 1 Liv-52 about an hour before your workout. Before bed, take 2 more Liv-52 and another half tablet of Methan50. Do this for 6 weeks, and continue to take the Liv-52 for 10 days after the end of the cycle.
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Post-holiday blues – would you emigrate?
It's an occupational hazard for a travel-addict, the post-holiday blues. It's like a holiday hangover: it begins on the plane, as you wave goodbye to that foreign land, then you touchdown in your home country (it's usually raining, windy or just plain cold here in England). It then progressively worsens as you return to work in the following days…
I'm pretty prone to this post-holiday comedown and always like to have something new booked or planned to keep my mind away from dull, unreliable weather here in the UK, but apparently, according to a Global Visas survey, 65% of Britons consider emigrating to their most recent holiday destination to tackle these blues. It's a pretty drastic measure if you ask me, but I'm wondering how many people actually go through with it?
Have you ever considered emigrating to a holiday destination you've recently explored? If you have actually emigrated, is the grass really greener on the other side?
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I've been in India for most of the last 4 1/2 years. During monsoon the grass is very green
I live in Ahmedabad, not your first choice for a holiday destination, but it's the coolest place to live (if you can do away with a few things, like a hassle-free G&T in the afternoon).
I also spend nearly 1/2 the time in Switzerland. It's green all the time, even at -16C in January
I really doubt I'll live in the States again.. Been there, done that, and left the t-shirt behind ages ago.
Lottie Gross Not sure I could go without the G&T but does sound cool – what made you want to live elsewhere? I like the idea of moving to an exotic place but cant help but wonder if it would become less exotic once I lived there...
PirateAt50 Hassle-FULL G&Ts are possible - it's India, ANYTHING is possible. I'm associated with an NGO which got me exactly here. And while India is a bit less "exotic" the longer you're here, you don't need a TV. You've got Comedy Central 24/7 ;)
Lottie Gross Haha, well I suppose as long as there's G&T and plenty to keep you laughing... Sounds lovely. Always thought that if I moved abroad it would be to India :)
Absolutely I would! And I will at some point. I have too many places left to visit and too much wanderlust to settle anywhere at the moment though. I know exactly what you mean by post holiday blues, the reverse culture shock can hit me pretty hard sometimes! Fortunately I always have my next couple of trips planned, my life is a series of extended snap years at the moment so it isn't too bad.
Yes & did 6 years ago to Nov Scotia Canada & best move we ever made – love it
Life is so much more laid back, not as busy, proper seasons instead of lots of grey rain all the time & loads of space & big skies
Children get to be children longer & no yob/drunken youth culture – never heard a teenage swear in the 6 years I've been here, much more respectful
Lottie Gross Sounds perfect! Got any advice for others looking to emigrate?
My Aunt and Uncle is from Heathrow and every year they take a vacation here in The Philippines and religiously go to Boracay for a week as a vacation getaway thing. They always stay here for 3 good weeks just to enjoy the weather, beach, sun and most of all food!
I've been back from holiday 12 hours and know those blues. Perfect time to plan the next trip. As long as you have something on the horizon…
Michael Huxley Exactly! I always have the next two or three plans on the go! ;D
Seems like I indulge in a "could I live here…" fantasy during every trip I take. New York City still calls me back home, though. Guess those "I <3 NY" T-shirts are telling the truth!
Tim Chester Agreed! I've had that everywhere (esp NYC) except Beijing.


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Some actors and actresses remain forever associated with one memorable role that outshines all others; that is particularly true of beautiful and glamorous
Deidre Hall
, better known as Dr. Marlena Evans on the NBC daytime soap opera
Days of Our Lives
-- a part that
held for years.
A native of Milwaukee, WI,
was born in the autumn of 1947 as an identical twin, and raised by her parents (a postal worker father and a high-school secretary mother) in Lake Worth, FL. She experienced her first brush with fame by vying for -- and winning -- the title of Junior Orange Bowl Queen at age 12, and subsequently attended a local junior college before moving to Los Angeles and kick-starting a modeling and acting career.
made her first several dramatic appearances as a television guest star, on episodes of such programs as
The Streets of San Francisco
, then landed the lead role of ElectraWoman on the Saturday-morning children's program
ElectraWoman and DynaGirl
It was
, however, that brought
her broadest recognition; producers enlisted her to play Evans in 1976, and she remained with the program until 1987, when she temporarily withdrew from the part to focus all of her attentions on a much different prime-time role: Jesse Witherspoon, a widow raising several children with the assist of her lovable and slightly cantankerous father-in-law (
Wilford Brimley
), on the Sunday-night family-oriented drama
Our House
. That series lasted two seasons, and in the years that followed,
focused her energies solely on prime-time work, in telemovies such as
Take My Daughters, Please
(1988) and
Perry Mason: The Case of the All-Star Assassin
(1989). By 1991, however,
opted to re-join
Days of Our Lives
with a much-publicized return of Dr. Marlena Evans, and remained with the iconic series over the ensuing decades.
made headlines as the mother of two children born to a surrogate, experiences dramatized for viewers when she played herself in the ABC made-for-television feature
Never Say Never: The Deidre Hall Story
received numerous laurels over the years for her acting work, including Soap Opera Digest awards and multiple Emmy nominations. ~ Nathan Southern, Rovi
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Another Tom Clancy political thriller is put to film with this made-for-television movie. Harry Hamlin stars as Paul Hood, the new director of an obsolete government crisis management center. Hood is assigned to downsize the center, but during first day on the job some nuclear warheads are hijacked by terrorists. Hood has to rise to the occasion and prove himself as a leader in unfamiliar territory. ~ Bernadette McCallion, Rovi
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Never Say Never: The Deidre Hall Story
Diedre Hall, popular star of the NBC daytime drama Days of Our Lives, plays herself in this made-for-TV biopic. Although she outwardly appears to "have it all"--beauty, fame, money, adulation--Deidre Hall lives in a state of constant torment because of her inability to conceive a child. "I will do anything in the world to have a family", declares Hall to her husband and, ultimately, the world. The actress' problem (exacerbated by six unsuccessful in-vitro fertilization procedures) not only causes the breakup of her marriage and her decision to forsake her soap-opera stardom at the height of her popularity, but also compels her to investigate the possibility of surrogate parenthood. Then, in 1991, she has a fateful meeting with a young and eminently fertile woman named Robin (Eve Gordon. In addition to the titular star, the film also features guest appearances by Hall's twin sister Andrea Hall-Gengler and several of her Days of Our Lives colleagues. Never Say Never: The Deidre Hall Story originally aired December 10, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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For the Very First Time
The "first time" usually refers to romance in TV movies of this nature. Corin Nemic is an impressionable young Jewish kid who falls hard for girl next door Cheryl Pollak. Ah, but this is San Antonio in the early 1960s, and Pollak is Catholic. Before you can say "Bridget Loves Bernie" (or even "Abie's Irish Rose") the two young spooners are stymied by parental pressure. It is the girl who takes the initiative in quelling the fears and doubts of the grown-ups, while shy Corin stands by in moonstruck admiration. For the Very First Time is nearly stolen by Donovan Leach (son of rock singer Donovan and sister of actress Ione Skye), who plays a beatnik artist. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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And the Sea Will Tell, Part 1
Partially filmed in Hawaii and Tahiti, And the Sea Will Tell was a two-part TV movie based on a real murder case. A wealthy couple (James Brolin and Deidre Hall) are killed on their yacht off the coast of a secluded South American island called Palmyra. The suspects are a hippyish pair (Hart Bochner and Rachel Ward) whom the rich folks had befriended. It's fairly clear that the hippies were involved in the crime: The question is, did the man do it while the girl looked on helplessly, or was she a willing accomplice? Richard Crenna plays real-life defense attorney Vincent Bugliosi, upon whose book And the Sea Will Tell was based. The first part of this teledrama premiered on February 24, 1991; part two, in which the girl's testimony consumes most of the screen time, was shown on February 26. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Columbo Cries Wolf
This is one of the many made for TV movies revolving around the popular disheveled character created by Peter Falk - Lieutenant Columbo, of Homicide. In this one, the lack of a corpse doesn't hinder our trench-coat wearing detective as he tries to pin the murder on the supposed corpse's business partner, the owner of a men's magazine. ~ Tana Hobart, Rovi
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Murder, She Wrote: The Sicilian Encounter
Season Six of Murder She Wrote closes with an episode centering around the exploits of Jessica Fletcher's (Angela Lansbury) erstwhile friend, suave British secret agent Michael Haggerty (Len Cariou). On assignment in Sicily, Haggerty poses as a monsignor to crack a case involving a caddish fortune hunter, a wealthy young widow and her Mafia-connected in-laws (who never let her out of her sight!), and various and sundry other intrigues. Also returning in this episode is Ian Ogilvy as Haggerty's sometime cohort Peter Baines. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Perry Mason: The Case of the All-Star Assassin
In this entry in the long-running mystery series, Perry Mason must help a wounded hockey star who has been accused of killing an important sports figure. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
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In this comedy, a widow who works as a newspaper columnist tries to marry off her four strong-willed daughters. The widow is assisted by a good friend. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
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In this melodrama, a fourteen-year-old son tries to keep his father, who is suffering a mid-life crisis, just lost his job and his wife, from killing himself. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
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The expensive face of the title belongs to Sylvia Kristel, who actually levies a price of $2.5 million upon the fictional cosmetics firm of Glamour Inc. Ms. Kristel's story is but one of the many intrigues within the hallowed halls of Glamour. Tony Curtis stars as the company's CEO, beset with infighting, intrigue and infidelity. Lee Grant costars as a rival cosmetics exec, while Gayle Hunnicutt is Curtis' far from loving young wife. Based on Lois Wyse's novel Kiss, Inc., Million Dollar Face was purportedly the pilot film for an unsold TV series, though one wonders if Tony Curtis would have stuck it out after what he had to put up with in this first (and last) episode. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Adam-12: Lost and Found
In this crossover episode with Adam-12's "sister" series Emergency!, mobile officers Jim Reed (Kent McCord and Pete Malloy (Martin Milner) join forces with doctors of Rampart Hospital and the paramedics of Emergency Squad 51. Their most urgent assignment consists of locating two runaways: a dangerously diabetic 8-year-old boy (Kirby Furlong) and a suicidal teenage drug addict (Diane Sherry. In addition to guest appearances by Emergency! regulars Robert Fuller, Julie London, Bobby Troup, Kevin Tighe and Randolph Mantooth, this episode features Elaine Giftos as Malloy's latest girlfriend Kathy, and future Days of Our Lives leading lady Dierdre Hall as a nurse. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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A botched robbery provides the basis of this romantic comedy. The caper was performed by three unemployed Vietnam vets desperate for cash. Unfortunately, two of them are captured during the getaway. The third vet continues to flee and stuffs the loot in a convenient mailbox. A dishonest barkeeper and a crazed artist witness this and try to get the money for themselves. The barman needs it to pay back some Mafiosi. The artists find herself attracted to the veteran and so decides to help him get it back from the bartender. The two succeed and then board an ocean liner, where they bump into the president of the bank the veteran robbed. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
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"One isn't necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Without courage, we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can't be kind, true, merciful, generous, or honest."
Maya Angelou
Josephine Baker born June 3, 1906 and died April 12, 1975, was an American dancer, singer, and actress who found fame in her adopted homeland of France. She was given such nicknames as the "Bronze Venus", the "Black Pearl", and the "Créole Goddess". Even though she was born into poverty in her modest beginnings in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A., she did not let where she came from define where she was going in life.
Croix de guerre: Awarded for individuals who distinguish themselves by acts of heroism involving combat with enemy forces.
Josephine Baker was "the first African American" female to star in a major motion picture, to integrate an American concert hall, and to become a world-famous entertainer. What an awful burden the label, "The First…", for someone who just wanted to entertain and do what seemed a natural calling. Why in 2011 do still say, "The First …?" Does "the first …" imply meeting up to a "White Standard". In a recent interview Morgan Freeman said he didn't want to be though of as a good black actor because the black label implied a different standard. When will a person of color just be able to be great at something and not have skin color define their standard?
Josephine Baker gained international prominence as a political revolutionary for assisting the French Resistance during World War II, which resulted in being the first American-born woman to receive the French military honor, the Croix de guerre. Josephine Baker is also noted for her contributions to the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. She was offered the unofficial leadership of the movement by Coretta Scott King in 1968 following Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination, but turned it down.
Yes she was African American and she was "the first…" many times but like most others who were "the first…" that was not her goal. She was simply following her natural path and trying to do what she felt was right. It's time to shift our focus from differentiation of standard and accomplishment based on the personal aspects of race, sex, religion or sexual orientation to each of us striving for the highest standard of what we can contribute. As a person of action and conviction Josephine Baker sets an example that we all should seek to emulate. What are our gifts and how can we make a difference?
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When you decide to adopt an animal from the Animal Humane Society you are joining hundreds of thousands of people who have added to their families with an animal from one of our locations. You are also helping to support an organization that is there for you throughout the life of your pet—with socialization and play group opportunities, training classes, pet boarding, a pet behavior helpline and events for you and your pet.
You are quite possibly saving a life—and enhancing yours. You are also helping to support the nearly 25,000 animals that come through our doors each year.
You make a difference when you adopt from the Animal Humane Society. When you adopt one animal you are advocating for all animals.
The Animal Humane Society receives animals from individuals who are no longer able to care for their pets as well as animals that are lost or abandoned. We are looking for people who are willing to provide permanent, loving homes for these animals.
Please consider carefully the time and money required to own a pet before you make the decision to adopt. Owning a pet is a lifetime commitment.
All animals that are available for adoption have passed an evaluation based on their known history, health and temperament. Animals remain available at our Adoption Centers as long as their good health and behavior continue. There is no time limit for how long an animal may remain on our adoption floors.
You are welcome to visit the shelter any time during regular adoption hours to view the animals that are available for adoption. We have between 100 and 300 animals available for adoption on any given day. New animals are put in the adoption areas daily. If you are looking for a particular type or breed of animal, please check this web site often or call the adoption desk to see what's available.
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Plan to allow one to two hours to complete the adoption process. It may take longer, depending on how many animals you wish to get acquainted with, your previous experience with pet care, and the number of other visitors at the facility. Peak days for visitor traffic are Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, so please allow extra time if you plan to visit us on those days.
Adoptions can be processed up to 30 minutes before closing time. If you wish to adopt and it's less than 30 minutes before closing, we can place the animal on hold for you and finalize the adoption the following business day.
A cage card and profile is displayed on the cage of each animal to give you information about the animal's breed, age, gender, adoption fee and more.
Once you have found an animal that you are interested in adopting, contact a volunteer or staff person about visiting with the pet. Some of our sites have private visitation rooms where you and the animal can get acquainted. To ensure the pet chosen is compatible with everyone, all household/family members should interact with the animal before the adoption is finalized.
To begin the adoption process, all adopters must complete an Adoption Application form. We use an application and interview process to ensure that each animal adopted will be matched to the most compatible new owner. This form is available online or at our Adoption Centers.
Our adoption staff will review with you any medical or behavioral information relevant to that animal, explain policies and services available to adopters, and collect adoption fees.
Please note that all adoptions and holds must be processed in person at the shelter.
Can't quite make up your mind? Need more time to decide? A non-refundable, non-transferable hold deposit can be placed on a pet for a 24-hour period. If the adoption is completed, the deposit is applied toward the adoption fee. If the adoption is not completed, the deposit is forfeited to the Animal Humane Society. We are unable to process second or third holds. Only one hold may be placed on an animal at a time.
Exceptional Owners Wanted. Occasionally we have animals that have medical situations that require a little more love and attention. These animals are wonderful companions for an experienced owner with the resources to provide on-going veterinary care and special attention.
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will it work with mountain lion?
I used Logitech trackman marble trackball with snow leopard OS X 10.6.8 successfully, but now that I have upgraded to Mountain Lion (new computer) logitech claims its software does not work when I try to download it. Anyone else having this problem? I don't like to use a mouse, and have used logitech trackballs for years. Does this one or any other work with the new Mountain Lion OS?
- Asked by Alexandria C from Cerrillos
- Aug 19, 2012
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Best AnswerI'm using it with Mountain Lion. It works just fine. I used the disc that came with the mouse originally to load the software, rather than downloading. No problem at all.
- Answered by Orla C
- Aug 23, 2012
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What are the physical measurements of this mouse? Length, width and height would be very helpful. I have a very small space in which to fit a mouse.
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- Nov 17, 2009
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Answerapprox 7 inches long, 3 inches tall, 3 inches wide. it takes up very little room on your desktop because it doesn't move like a mouse. the trackball stays put and you spin the ball.
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- Jan 9, 2010
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can I use CLOGITECH TRACKMAN MARBLE TRACKBALL with IPAD?
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Can I scroll the window up-down or left-right? One button can be programmed to activate this function? I hate to travel any time to the scroll bar!
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This is probably a silly question, but can one of the customizable buttons be configured as a right click button?
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AnswerIf you download and install the latest Logitech Control Center software from www.logitech.com, you can assign the right-click to any button, including the mini buttons.
Without installing the Logitech software, the non-primary button becomes the "right click".- Answered by Joseph E from Rialto
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Is this product compatible with Snow Leopard?
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Looking for a unique addition to your garden? We are excited to be carrying over 100 new perennials for spring of 2014. Wow your neighbors with something completely different, or try a twist on one of the classic favorites. We make it easy – select from all of our new perennials below.
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This long-flowering groundcover creates a unique statement throughout the summer months with bi-color white and pink blooms. Like other Ice Plants, Jewel of Desert Garnet is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies. (Delosperma)
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Bergenia Dragonfly Angel Kiss
This easy-to-grow perennial creates a long-lasting statement in any garden. Semi-double, white and pink flowers emerge in the spring, followed by gorgeous, deep red/purple winter foliage. Angel Kiss is a butterfly magnet and makes great cut flowers. (Bergenia)
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Bearded Iris Spirit of Memphis
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Reblooming Daylily Bakabana
This cheerful yellow Daylily is a re-bloomer, igniting the garden with an abundance of blooms twice in one season. If you're looking for a multitude of flowers, Bakabana is the perfect choice! A vigorous spreader, plant this beauty once for years and years of fabulous color.
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Foxglove Dalmation Peach
Dalmation Peach boasts unique, light-peach blooms that make for elegant summer bouquets. This Foxglove is a shorter variety, growing to be about 20" tall. (Digitalis purpurea)
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Echinacea Double Scoop Orangeberry
Ignite your summer garden with this fiery Echinacea. Large, double blooms are butterfly magnets and add bold color to any sunny garden. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong bloom time. (Echinacea) PPAF
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Itoh Peony Cora Louise
Cora Louise produces up to 50 blooms per season, creating a fragrant and dramatic statement with semi-double white blooms and deep pink centers. (Paeonia Itoh)
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Hosta Victory
The 2015 Hosta of the Year, Victory boasts elegant, heart-shaped leaves complemented by light edging. Perfect for any shade garden. (Hosta)
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Shasta Daisy Lacrosse
Lacrosse is a dwarf variety, growing to be only 8-10" tall, making it perfect for a border or container garden. The pure-white blooms are highlighted by golden centers, creating a cheerful statement both in the garden and cut for bouquets. (Leucanthemum superbum) PPAF
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Mophead Hydrangea Magical Ocean
Ruffled, light-pink flowers age to lime green as the season progresses, making this ever-changing beauty a show-stopper in the summer garden. Makes for gorgeous bouquets as well! (Hydrangea macrophylla) PPAF
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Gold Variegated Lemon Thyme
Gorgeous, bright green foliage is edged in gold and thrives planted in containers, borders and small-space gardens. The lemon-flavored foliage is used to flavor salad dressings, marinades and more. (Thymus)
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Lavender Mini Blue
Perfect for a border, container, or rock garden, this shorter variety of Lavender grows to be about 10-12" tall. The fragrant blooms attract butterflies and are deer resistant. (Lavandula angustifolia)
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Hens and Chicks Commander Hay
Perfect for rock gardens and containers, this drought-tolerant succulent boasts grey/green leaves that deepen to red at the end of the season. (Sempervivum)
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Blueberry Patriot
This cold-hardy variety is famous for its sweet berries that can be eaten fresh, frozen or canned. Patriot flowers in the spring and produces berries in the early season, followed by striking orange fall color. (Vaccinium corymbosum)
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Bleeding Heart Red Fountain
This Bleeding Heart is known for its long bloom time, often flowering from spring into the early summer. Red Fountain is deer resistant and thrives in partial sun. (Dicentra)
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Oriental Poppy Pizzicato Mix
This vibrant Poppy mixture blooms an array of colors, including red, scarlet, salmon, mauve, pink and white. Growing to be only 24-30" tall, this mixture is ideal of a border, container, or rock garden. (Papaver orientalis)
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Sedum album Coral Carpet
This evergreen beauty boasts ever-changing foliage, evolving from coral, to green and then bronze in the winter months. White flowers emerge in the early summer months. (Sedum)
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A new video game where a spark of imagination unlocks the freedom to play with some of your favorite Disney and Disney/Pixar worlds like never before!Play in their worlds. Place your INFINITY Figures onto the Base to jump into a Play Set and experience original adventures in the worlds of Monsters University, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Incredibles. Take on the role of Sulley, the naturally gifted 'scarer'; become Captain Jack Sparrow, the sword-wielding pirate; or transform yourself into Mr. Incredible, one of the world's greatest crime-fighters. Battle enemies, solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and complete a variety of other unique quests.Or create your own world! Unlock virtual toys from each Play Set - characters, buildings, weapons, gadgets and more - and bring them into the Toy Box where you can mix them all up to create your own game. Share your one-of-a-kind creations with your friends with up to 4-player co-op play!You can also add new INFINITY Play Sets and Figures. Or take your Disney INFINITY experience to a whole new level with Power Discs - an all new way to unlock character powers, fun gadgets and new ways to customize your world.Starter Pack includes:
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My kids and I were both excited to buy Disney infinity once it came out. Considered Skylanders but in the end, I decided to go with Disney. I can see the endless possibilities with...Read complete review
My kids and I were both excited to buy Disney infinity once it came out. Considered Skylanders but in the end, I decided to go with Disney. I can see the endless possibilities with the toybox part of the game if only I can figure out how to build and create! Not sure how to do that yet-been looking on the Internet for guidance but so far nothing shows how to access the control box to access the tools to create! I know nobody distributes tangible manuals anymore, it just would have been nice if they could have included a little blurb in their quick set up guide. All on line stuff begins with the creating-not how to get to the creating tools! I am hoping as time goes by, Disney figures out that although it must be common sense to them how to do this, it is not common sense to a mom of young children (I'm not a gamer and they are only 4, 6 & 7). So, regardless of having to wait for that, I am still excited to be able to do/play with the toybox! Also disappointed there is no online play as we only have the Wii. Only the Wii U, PS3, DS and Xbox can experience the online play. I know it doesn't sound like I am too happy with this product but I will give it 5 stars once I figure out the toybox and the fact that I can see the fun factor in this creative innovative game!
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This is an awesome game BUT...if you are looking for Multi-Player BEWARE!!! Specifically on the Wii console (not Wii U) the two player only works in the "Toy Box ...Read complete review
This is an awesome game BUT...if you are looking for Multi-Player BEWARE!!! Specifically on the Wii console (not Wii U) the two player only works in the "Toy Box Mode" NOT in the "Play Set Mode." We read ahead of time that each "Play Set Mode" works only with its own character figures (i.e. Mr. Incredible and other Incredible characters work in the Incredibles Play Set Mode, but Captain Jack Sparrow does not work in the Incredibles Play Set Mode...but rather the Pirates Play Set Mode). Therefore we bought two characters from each of the Incredibles, Pirates, Monsters, and Lone Ranger so both kids could play against each other. The box says two players. Online says two players can play in playset mode and up to four can play in toy box mode. We spent HOURS figuring out why the second player was not being recognized. Lone Ranger without Tonto!?!? Mr. Incredible without Mrs. Incredible!?!?! FINALLY, we found a little blurb in small print on a different website that stated the multi-player modes only worked on HD consoles which are Xbox 360, PS3, and WiiU...NOT Wii. On the good-ole Wii it is not an option for the Play Set Mode. We returned the starter pack to Toys-R-Us who happily and cheerfully exchanged it for an Xbox 360 version (Luckily, we have an Xbox 360 also). It works GREAT on Xbox 360 and everyone is happy. The game is spectacular on Xbox 360 but I have given 1 star since the Wii version was useless for us. So thank you to Toys-R-Us for being so understanding in the return of an open product. As for DISNEY....I am perhaps Disney's greatest fan...but your marketing and labeling on this product is sorely lacking.
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just what he wanted
By cookielady
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Comments about Disney Interactive 1002166 DISNEY INFINITY Starter Pack for Nintendo Wii:
my seven year old nephew wanted this for his birthday. I have not given it to him yet. But he is going to be so excited this is all he has talked about
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Very good
By Vilma the mommy
from Fort lauderdale -fl
I dint use yet .., I bought for christmas
I would buy again and again
By Lauren mom of 2
from Jacksonville, FL
Disney has done it again! Great, non-violent video game for the wii. Easy to hook-up, easy to play. My son loves all the characters.
I would recommend this game
By Cj
from Powder Springs, ga
About Me Gaming Novice
Great game with all the different character choices. The characters however are very expensive.
fun and creative game
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seems easy for my son to navigate. he doesn't get frustrated.
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By Deb
from Citrus Heights CA
Kids have a great time
Nice Game but hard to follow along
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from Miami, FL
Hard to save work. Sometimes the portal doesn't read one of the characters.It's great because the kids get to build but not to easy to follow.
Great interactive game
By busy mom
from Sayville, NY
My kids love this game. They really enjoy how easy it is to move the characters and create their very own play experience.
son loved this toy
By mommie
from colton,ca 92324
my son recieved this for his birthday. he has enjoyed it very much. your staff gave me very good information when i asked for it. thank you very much.
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the game is great and to be able to use the different character in their own game.
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On the opening night of the Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC, concert goers were given the twin treat of being greeted by SPAC president and former disgraced NYS Senate majority leader Joe Bruno's alleged girlfriend Marcia J. White{salary$300,000}and Philadelphia Orchestra president Allison B. Vulgamore {salary $597,000 here}. Looking like New York's first married lesbian couple under the recently passed gay marriage bill, White gave a rambling incoherent speech that among other things called the nights guest soloist violinist Sarah Chang a great "vocalist" and then she went on to congratulate herself and the board, along with Ms. Vulgamore for making SPAC possible, never once thanking the crowd for coming. Looking like a fur ball my cat coughed up, Ms. White has never been at ease in front of a large crowd. Lacking any sense of fashion style or personal charisma Ms. White's forte is said to be one-on-one interactions to squeeze large contributions out of leading corporations by cultivating personal relationships with the leading movers and shakers of these companies. How she accomplishers that is beyond me but her personal talents are said to be quite diverse and legendary.
Ms. Vulgamore is also a controversial figure, having implemented savage personnel cuts, double-digit salary reductions for the players, while giving herself a hefty bonus even though figures between 2007 and 2010, describe only one subscriber of medium tenure - several years rather than decades - gave a gift of more than $10,000. Which raises the question: exactly what in hell has Philly's high-priced management been doing with itself, if not raising money? That segway brings me back to White.
HSBC has been the largest single corporate donor to SPAC the last several seasons. Now they appear to be heading south HERE and I can only assume not withstanding Ms. Whites cozy and personal relationships with a couple of HSBC regional bigwigs their money to SPAC will also be heading south. That's the problem Ms. White with having all your eggs in one basket.
So what is Ms. White to do? For starters her fucking job. A couple of cozy sleepovers in your SPAC owned Manhattan apartment ain't exactly what I would call conventional fundraising. The ballet and the Orchestra are in mortal danger here sweetheart and without them your nice little job will be going south along with your close, personal friends in HSBC. You and your salary are barely tolerated now, lose either of these two icons and you'll be sitting on the SPAC lawn with your better dressed neigbors.
So now against my better judgement I'm going to help you.
First forget about Dake and Mary Lou and your other tired old war horses. New and bigger players are in town.
Learn some Arabic and manners, dress better, a fashion consultant wouldn't hurt and don't bill it to SPAC you little twit.Call Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai and owner of Godolphin Racing and the global Darley breeding operation. He is staying over on Nelson Ave in the old Jock Whitney estate that he purchased and then than sunk millions into.
The 106-acre former Jock Whitney Estate sold for $17.5 million to Sheik Mohammed who bought it from Houston Texans owner Robert McNair.
I'm serious, here is his facebook page {here} sent him a message, invite him to Dinner. Tell him you know it is Ramadan your Highness, but please allow me to break the fast with you and perhaps we can discuss you commissioning a ballet for next year's SPAC and NYCB season, maybe something in the vein of Arabian nights? See was that so fucking hard? Now the correct way of greeting a Moslem is As-Salāmu `Alaykum (السلام عليكم) often translated as Peace be upon you.
Now what about Fasig-Tipton which was purchased by the Dubai based company Synergy Investments Ltd. They are now spending millions of dollars in renovations and have given generously to the Saratoga Community. Al Habbai the principle owner of Fasig Tipton is a close associate of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum. Call him, get off your ass.
And let's not forget the AbuDhabi owned GlobalFoundries Inc. The world's third largest independent semiconductor foundry, right in your back yard, I've haven't seen their name on the program.
Just the other day I was at the pool and two charming men approached me about the Arabic tattoed on by arm. After they read it {it says "Allah protect me, Allah forgive me, Allah never forget me for I am your child} I found out they were Dubai investment bankers shopping for a downtown condo. When I asked if they might be willing to donate to SPAC their reply was "No one ever asked us?"
So ask them your moron. Before I negotiate my own deal contingent on you being fired


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Derek Mitchell carried out the formality at the presidential mansion in the capital Naypyitaw, said the website of the office of President Thein Sein. Mitchell had arrived earlier Wednesday in Yangon, Myanmar's biggest city, before proceeding to the capital.
Mitchell previously was President Barack Obama's special envoy to Myanmar. The U.S. Senate confirmed his appointment as ambassador in late June.
Washington announced in January it was restoring full diplomatic relations with Myanmar, encouraged by reforms that have swept the nation since a long-ruling army junta ceded power last year.
Thein Sein, who took office after a general election, has instituted liberal reforms after almost five decades of repressive military rule. The initiative in large part is meant to attract foreign aid and investment. The previous military regime was shunned by many Western countries, who applied economic and political sanctions because of its poor record on human rights and democracy.
Prior to Mitchell's arrival, the highest level American diplomat in Myanmar was the charge d'affaires.


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Movie Review | The Lucky One: Surface tension
Conventions of latest Nicholas Sparks adaptation preclude result from displaying any depth
The Lucky One. Directed by Scott Hicks. Written by Will Fetters and Nicholas Sparks. Photographed by Alar Kivilo.
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The Lucky One offers the edgiest adaptation of the writing of Nicholas Sparks.
Which isn't saying much.
Yes, it has the violence of war and the heat of near sex — and profanity.
It also has the favorite tropes of the romance novelist — or most of them, anyway: a coastal setting that hosts a meeting of two emotionally damaged people, who might be made whole again if only they reveal their deep, dark hurt and find love.
Beth (Taylor Schilling) is a gorgeous and willowy single mother, running a kennel with her speak-her-mind and state-the-obvious grandma (Blythe Danner).
Logan (Zac Efron) is a brooding former soldier and a chivalrous one.
"Isn't he chivalrous, dear?" says Granny, elbowing Beth — and the viewer.
Logan "met" Beth before: He found her photograph in the dust after a fierce firefight in Iraq. He had lost comrades, one of whom had carried her photo.
Somehow, Logan manages to find Beth in Louisiana without knowing whether she lost someone that day as well.
That's just the first artificial obstacle to true love that the movie sets up and then skips past, la-di-da, in the easygoing eye-roller of a romance.
Logan walked — with his faithful German shepherd, Zeus — all the way from Colorado.
"I like to walk," he says.
Seems crazy, right?
"Are you crazy?" Granny asks.
He takes a job with Beth without revealing their connection — the photo that he thinks saved his life. He charms her, but she is slow to warm to that even as she is ogling the backside of his work jeans. He charms Granny and Beth's son, Ben, too.
Director Scott Hicks (Shine, Snow Falling on Cedars) lifts the material above the Dear John/Message in a Bottle/Last Song source, holding his revelations in reserve, trying to maintain mystery about Beth and Logan, even though they're more character types than characters. Hicks and his stars serve a little random passion — rare for a Sparks adaptation — and a scene or two of real sexual heat.
But, at every turn, author Sparks hurls obvious melodramatic obstacles in the way, rubs the edge off even unpleasant characters and generally shows us why he would be the worst poker player on the planet.
The story telegraphs its every move, underlines every emotion and — if that weren't enough — has Granny add a pearl of wisdom that panders to the romance-novel audience:
"Sacrificing everything in our life for our children is not selfless; it's ridiculous."
Sparks has been a hot author for Hollywood ever since The Notebook took off. But the films of his books do him no favors. Well-cast, often beautifully shot, they're still insipid, plainly inspired by the works of a hack.
The Lucky One, despite a slow-simmer turn by Efron and a lusty one by Schilling, is still no deeper than Logan's philosophy of life: "Sometimes, the questions are complicated, and the answers are simple." Yeah, he's quoting Dr. Seuss.


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What Beauty Means to ESSENCE Festival Talent
What does beauty mean to you? That's the question we posed to some of the artists and speakers on this year's ESSENCE Festival lineup. Find out what they had to say.
- Love & Hip Hop's Joseline Hernandez Reveals Shocking Sex Secret
- 5 Best Morning Sex Positions, Ever!
- Morris Chestnut Reveals His Cast Crush From 'Best Man Holiday'
- Shonda Rhimes Shares 10 Juicy Tidbits For 'Scandal' Season 3
- Top 5 Mistakes Women Make In Bed
- Successful Black Females: Destined to Be Single?
- Kerry Washington Sings Duet With Jordin Sparks!


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