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Young and Restless Recaps
Y&R Week of June 1, 2009
Victor met with a psychiatrist about Ashley, as Adam watched on his computer. The shrink asked if he thought Ashley was a danger to herself or others. Victor answered no, but he was worried about her pregnancy. Victor asked the doctor to observe Ash and render a decision about whether or not she needed to be committed.
Adam visited Ashley to check in on her. Ashley said she was glad to be home. Ashley then mentioned the Sabrina scrapbook incident in her hospital room. Ash was convinced Estella was responsible. Adam said he believed her and Ashley thanked him for being a friend.
At Crimson Lights, Jana told Kevin he needs to get past his criminal activities and forgive himself.
At his apartment, Daniel recalled his encounter with the fed who told him to keep his distance from Kevin. Just then, he got a call asking where the latest painting was. Daniel said if he wants a perfect copy, it takes time. The caller demanded that Daniel finish by tomorrow noon, then made a threat against Amber.
Jack assured Phyllis that he and Sharon would be raising Sharon's baby, no matter who the father is. Phyllis asked Jack to keep Sharon away from Nick. Meanwhile, Nick told Sharon that he wants her back. Sharon said no. Nick said they were meant to be together but Sharon stated she should be with Jack. Nick pointed out that Sharon doesn't love Jack the way she loves him. Just then, Phyllis entered. Sharon told Phyllis that she and Jack have reconciled and she and Nick need to keep their distance. Sharon assured Phyllis nothing was going on between her and Nick, then she left.
Olivia found Jack and informed him about Ashley's condition. They arrived at the ranch just as the shrink was leaving. Jack was upset that Victor and Olivia were bringing in a shrink for Ashley. Victor advised Jack to come back tomorrow but he said no way. Just then, Ashley came out to see her brother. Jack wanted his sister to come home with him and leave Victor's "haunted house." Victor and Jack started to spar but Ashley asked them to calm down. Ashley went to her room, where Olivia followed and apologized for her concern, but stated it was out of love. Jack and Victor went back to sparring, while an amused Adam watched. Victor told Jack to leave. Olivia interrupted and left with Jack.
Amber and Daniel went to the coffeehouse, where Amber told Jana that she'd help cheer Kevin up. Once alone, Jana confronted Daniel on his forgery. Daniel insisted that he was working with the feds to lure out the real forgers. Jana said she had a bad feeling about the whole thing.
Kevin showed Amber a Web site about their criminal misdeeds. Amber said there must be something positive about them on the Web somewhere. Kevin refused to believe it. Kevin apologized to Amber for forcing her into his criminal activity. She said she'd do it again if it meant getting him back. Amber got on the computer and found a positive Web site about Kevin. Amber read a sympathetic post aloud. Kevin was shocked and visibly moved. Kevin gave her a cappuccino in thanks. They returned to Daniel and Jana, and Kevin showed Jana posts from the site. Just then, Kevin realized that Amber was responsible for the Web site. Kevin was appreciative of her efforts.
Ashley took a walk on the grounds with Zapato. She enjoyed the night air, then had a vision of Sabrina. Ashley asked why Sabrina was tormenting her. Sabrina assured her that she and her baby are at peace, and stated that Ashley is giving Victor the baby she couldn't. Just then, Ashley woke up, safe in her bed.
Daniel and Amber returned home to find their place ransacked. Amber thought it was one of the creeps from the Internet but Daniel thought it might be someone from the forgery ring.
Ashley woke up in a good mood and embraced Victor, who was pleased to see her smiling again. Adam watched and was angered that his plan was faltering.
Sharon returned home to Jack and told him that she loved him. Meanwhile, Phyllis asked Nick what he really wants.
Amber showed Detective Wallace the state of her apartment. Daniel came home and reprimanded Amber for getting the police involved. Amber said she was fearful. Wallace suggested they put a new lock on their door. Amber was upset with Daniel as it appeared he didn't care that someone ransacked their home.
Kevin wondered how his mother and Jeffrey were able to pay for the penthouse. "I'm taking care of it," Jeff admitted. Kevin said Gloria could work at the coffee house if she needed some extra money. Gloria made it clear that she and Jeffrey had a secret plan.
Jana was horrified to realize Daniel was involved with art forgery. Jana was in her own little world (thinking of Daniel) when Kevin tried to engage her in conversation. "Are you pregnant?" he asked his bride. Jana laughed and explained that she had a feeling "that something really terrible is going to happen." Kevin tried to assure her that everything was really
Jana begged Daniel to tell Amber the truth but he refused. Jana tried to convince him that if Amber ever had a clue that he might be hiding something from her, there would be hell to pay. Howard Aucker, Dept. of Justice, knocked on Daniel's door.
Nikki invited Mary Jane to join her and Paul for dinner. Mary Jane declined. Once alone with his fiancée, Paul admitted that he was investigating Mary Jane. Nikki felt she was harmless but Paul confided he got this strange vibe that he thought he had met her before. Paul added that he can't find proof that a person named Mary Jane Benson even exists. Nikki said that was impossible because she had impeccable references. Nikki did admit that she didn't actually check the references, however. Paul asked Nikki to help him investigate her.
Jill had a run-in with Victor. She offered him payback, specifically to Katherine because she had stolen Neil Winters from him. Victor had no interest in getting involved in any of the Jill-Katherine battles. He warned Jill to stay away from Ashley and his family. Victor admitted that Ashley was currently in the hospital and was having some problems with her pregnancy. Jill was sorry to hear that. Jill continued to blame Victor, however, for her current financial woes. On her way out, Jill ran into Gloria and Jeff, and the three bickered, so Victor wouldn't suspect they were allies. Victor told them all to leave.
Jill, Jeff and Gloria chatted about getting dirt on Newman. "Victor's closet is so full of skeletons, there's no room for clothing," Jeff quipped. Gloria wondered who Victor might be housing in the Athletic club. Jill and Gloria were delighted to learn that it was Mary Jane Benson in the suite. Jill, Gloria and Jeffrey toasted to the downfall of Victor Newman.
Victor got a call from Mary Jane begging him to see her right away. Victor agreed. Mary Jane made small talk with Nikki and Paul at the GCAC, then claimed she had a headache and had to lie down. Nikki received a fax of Mary Jane's references and realized they had not been checked by anyone. "She does seem rather eccentric," Nikki admitted. Victor congratulated Paul and Nikki on their engagement. Nikki was gracious, then added she was sorry to hear that Victor had fired Estella. He explained there was a lot of tension between Ashley and Estella. Victor left. Paul reminded Nikki they can't talk about work or exes. "What's left?" laughed Nikki. Paul got a call and brought Nikki over for a surprise: Father Todd, Paul's brother, who welcomed Nikki to "our crazy family." Sadly, because Nikki was divorced, Todd couldn't
perform the ceremony. Paul was looking forward to his whole family being together.
Mary Jane told her cat that Victor would help her get rid of Sharon and then Jack would go back to her. Victor showed up and thanked Mary Jane for all her time and effort, but pointed out that the plan didn't work. Mary Jane insisted it would work. "You just have to give it time," she urged. "You give me a new face, a new persona. Now you're dumping me?" Victor wanted to pay her off but she just wanted another month. "You brought me here to ruin Jack Abbott," Mary Jane said, "and now you're are concerned with his ex-wife?" Victor was sad to have to admit that Jack would be
helping Sharon and encouraged Mary Jane to start a new life, without Jack Abbott. "This is the end of a chapter," Victor said firmly. "Now get out of town."
Cane jokingly told Lily that she couldn't taste the cheesecake until her family was there to watch her blow out the candles. (It was Lily's birthday.)
Billy had flowers for Mac to celebrate her recent engagement. Mac reminded Billy he could fight for Chloe and the baby. Cane had lots of presents for his bride; Lily just had one — a calendar with hearts on the dates that were the best time to make a baby. Neil was happy to see Lily so happy. Nina wanted a moment with Cane. She brought up Violet, the woman who had raised Cane, but he quickly changed the subject and said he wanted to unwrap some more presents with Lily. Lily let Nina know that Cane likes to keep his past where it is.
Chloe refused to move back in with Billy. Billy admitted he was a "self-indulgent screw-up." Chloe wouldn't accept that. Billy didn't want to walk away from Delia. Chloe begged him to remember what they have in common. "I wish you would just focus on what we have rather than going after some girl who doesn't want you anymore," she said. Chloe then made the mistake of comparing Billy to Cane. She added that Cane had tried to reach out to Billy. Billy wanted about a tenth of the attention that Jill pays to Cane. Chloe added that Jill pays attention to Cane because Cane pays attention to her. Chloe admitted that she does feel awful about what she did to Cane and Lily and vowed to never let Delia be ashamed of her. Chloe begged Billy to let go of Mac, "then I can make this work, okay? You, me and Delia," she said. Billy admitted he missed Delia and Chloe but before they reconciled he would have to tell Chloe something. "Sharon's pregnant and it could be mine," Billy blurted out.
Amber was determined to clear her and Kevin's name and was ready to go public to do it. She placed a call to Tommy Lasorda's show, which backfired when Amber didn't have any baseball questions ready. Tommy knew all about the Silver chipmunk. Tommy also knew that the governor of Wisconsin had pardoned them. When he opened the phone lines, there were 14 calls against the chipmunk. Kevin admitted he was insane.
Daniel was confused because the Howard Aucker at his door wasn't the same Aucker who had come to his art show. "He bought all of all my sketches," Daniel explained, "and said he was from the Department of Justice." However clearly it wasn't the same man. Daniel agreed to sketch the guy for the real Aucker and they would try to find the fake one. Jana reminded Daniel that he was exploited as an artist. Jana didn't think he should try to track down the painting. In fact, Jana just wanted Daniel to leave the whole thing alone. "There no reason for them to come after you or Amber," she said, and agreed to keep Daniel's secret. Daniel tuned in to listen to Kevin and Amber on the radio. They heard Kevin open up about what really happened. Tommy didn't think Kevin sounded crazy at all. After the interview ended, Daniel and Jana came over. "Who would think that talking things out with Tommy Lasorda would help? But it did," Kevin told his wife. Amber hoped that the radio show would put an end to all the hate mail and apartment trashing.
A man said "that Romalotti kid, he's got no idea what he's gotten himself into."
Billy confessed his affair with Sharon to Chloe, who was understandably hurt and mad. "You told me you weren't gonna be faithful," she raged. "I guess you just had to prove it." Billy insisted he was ready to be a husband and father but Chloe stipulated she will only stay married if they get their own home.
Nick came up to the main house at the ranch to talk to Victor but ran into Adam instead. Nick was immediately abrasive to his brother and Adam pointed out that at least Victor was giving him a second chance. "I'm glad to see Dad so happy, but just because he's mellow doesn't mean he's forgotten you
tried to frame him for murder," Nick pointed out.
When Victor encountered Nikki at the G.C.A.C., he apologized for the way he treated her after Sabrina died. Nikki genuinely expressed her gratitude that Ashley was able to save him. "If you hadn't returned to Genoa city... I
think it would have killed me," Nikki sniffled. The exes hugged and she walked away.
While Adam eavesdropped, Ashley bristled at Olivia's hint about seeing a psychiatrist. Ashley was confident that she wouldn't be stressed out anymore because she had a dream that "Sabrina came to me and told me that she was at peace knowing that Victor was loved." When Liv didn't seem moved by this account, Ashley asked her friend to leave. After Liv departed, Ashley decided to take a walk on the grounds.
At G.C.A.C., Mary Jane spied Jack canoodling with Sharon and stalked away. After their dinner, Jack asked Sharon to marry him again. Citing three potential dads for her baby, Sharon answered, "I don't think that now is the time to be making long-term plans." Jack received an important business call so Sharon said she would get home on her own.
After visiting Victoria's house, Nikki saw Ashley talking to Sabrina's statue. "It makes me feel better believing that somehow you're watching over me and my baby," Ashley said as Nikki looked on with concern.
Mary Jane groused to Phyllis about how Sharon ruined her budding romance with Jack. Phyllis advised her to walk away because Sharon is pregnant and Jack is determined to raise the child even if it isn't his. "I hate that woman," muttered MJ and Phyllis added that she wished "the earth would open up and it would just suck" Sharon in. Phyllis then became a little unnerved when MJ joked that they could kill Sharon.
At the ranch, Adam listened in as Victor told Nick that he wanted his son to go on a business trip to New York that very night. Nick admitted the timing was bad because he and Phyllis were having problems. Nick then confirmed that Sharon is pregnant but Victor advised him to save his marriage. After Nick left, Victor found Ashley at the statue and announced that he had to go out of town on business
As Billy ordered a drink at the G.C.A.C., he saw Jack and apologized again for sleeping with Sharon. Billy also mentioned that he confessed to Chloe and will be looking for a new place for them to move into. Jack pushed Billy to get his own place first and prove that he can be a responsible family man.
Nikki told Nick that she saw Ashley talking to Sabrina's statue. "Something's not right," Nikki worried. Nick mentioned that Victor was going out of town so he'll try to keep an eye on Ashley. Nick went home where Phyllis waited for him. "You said earlier that you'd figured out whether or not you want to stay married to me," she reminded. "What's your decision?"
Sharon came home to find Chloe packing up. Chloe announced that Billy confessed everything. Sharon apologized then slipped that she and Billy had sex on his wedding day. Chloe was rightfully peeved and stormed out. Close up on Sharon's troubled face.
As a major thunderstorm moved over Genoa City, Jack went to the ranch to check on Ashley. Upstairs, Ashley was having a nightmare about Sabrina and woke up screaming. Jack rushed to his sister's side. Ashley shuddered that she dreamed that a veiled Sabrina "wanted to hurt me and the baby." Ashley also recalled that Sabrina was wearing the purple dress that Ashley was mysteriously given. Adam listened outside the door as Jack consoled his freaked-out sister but when she found out that Olivia dispatched him, Ashley
demanded that he leave. Jack wanted to take Ashley home but she refused, then an "emergency" call came that compelled Jack to leave. Before departing, Jack grabbed Adam and warned that he's responsible for Ashley's welfare.
Gloria had second thoughts about blackmailing the great Victor Newman but Jeffrey assured their get-rich-quick scheme will work. Jeff revealed that he has a private investigator tailing Mary Jane. He got a phone call that Vic
took off on a business trip and MJ was alone at the club. Glo and Jeff rushed over there. At the G.C.A.C., Mary Jane blasted Sharon for ruining people's lives. "I don't think that you and I have anything else to say to each other," Sharon huffed but when she tried to leave, MJ grabbed her. Sharon threatened to call security. Paul and Nikki intervened but MJ
blabbed, "What is this spell that you cast over men that Jack is willing to throw away his whole future to take care of a baby that probably isn't even his?" MJ stalked away, leaving Nikki shocked to hear that Sharon is pregnant.
Nick told a brokenhearted Phyllis that their marriage "isn't working anymore." Nick pointed out that they need to discuss "living and monetary arrangements" but Phyllis wanted to leave that to their lawyers. He tried to claim that Sharon isn't the reason for leaving but Phyllis forced him to finally admit that "this is about Sharon, whether I want to admit it or
not." As Phyllis reeled, Nick explained how she helped him get through the pain of losing Cassie. Phyl ordered her husband to leave.
Nikki was suspicious when Gloria approached and expressed concern about Ashley. Nikki then observed Jeff at the bar trying to flirt with an uninterested Mary Jane. Nikki surmised that Glo was trying to exact revenge on Ashley but Mrs. Bardwell objected to such a charge.
Paul checked on Mary Jane at her room, where she explained that women who string men along rile her. Paul remarked, "There is something inside of me that is telling me I should care." Jeffrey spied Paul leaving MJ's room, then Jeff rushed back to Gloria and reported that Williams is sleeping with Victor's mistress.
Phyllis summoned Jack and told him that Nick left her. She predicted to Jack that Sharon and Nick will soon "be ripping each other's clothes off." Bitter Phyllis and a shell shocked Jack started drinking. They stewed about their ruined relationships, then began to kiss passionately. As Jack and
Phyllis ripped each other's clothes off, Mary Jane watched from the window and was obviously enraged.
Sharon decided to stay at the G.C.A.C. and encountered Nick checking into his room. He invited her in, and Mary Jane saw Sharon go into Nick's room. Inside, Nick announced that he is in love with Sharon. She didn't believe him at first but Nick insisted he wanted to be with "the love of my life." He kissed a confused Sharon and she melted. They hit the sheets.
Adam dismissed the housekeeper for the rest of the night.... Concerned about Ashley, Nikki headed to the ranch.... A jittery Ashley wandered out in the hallway and encountered what appeared to be a shrouded Sabrina. Ashley grabbed the veil to see Adam, then tumbled down the stairs. Adam was aghast; Nikki started knocking on the front door.
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ייתכנו חיובים עבור אדם נוסף העשויים להשתנות בהתאם למדיניות המלון.
בעת ביצוע הצ'ק-אין תתבקשו להציג תעודה מזהה עם תמונה (תעודה שהונפקה על ידי הממשלה) וכן כרטיס אשראי או פיקדון במזומן לצורך חיובים משניים.
בקשות מיוחדות כפופות לזמינות בעת ביצוע הצ'ק-אין וייתכן ויהיו כרוכות בחיובים נוספים. לא ניתן להתחייב להיענות לבקשות מיוחדות.
**שירותים אלה עשויים להיות זמינים רק בחלק מהחדרים או היחידות. שירותים מסוימים עשויים לגרור תשלום נוסף.
מרכז הספא Joya Spa מציע 20 חדרי טיפול ליחידים ולזוגות. השירותים כוללים עיסויי רקמות עמוק, עיסויים עם אבנים חמות, עיסויי ספורט ועיסויים שבדיים. במרכז הספא תיהנו ממגוון רחב של טיפולי בריאות הכוללים טיפולי ארומתרפיה, טיפולי הידרותרפיה וטיפולי רפלקסולוגיה. מרכז הספא מאובזר בסאונה, חדר אדים ואמבט טורקי/חמאם. מבקרים במרכז הספא יכולים להשלים את החוויה המרגיעה בגיחה לבית קפה.
הכניסה לספא אסורה לילדים מתחת לגיל 16 גיל ללא השגחת מבוגר. הכניסה לספא אסורה לאורחים מתחת לגיל 16 גיל.
האתר מציע בריכה חיצונית וכן אמבט ספא. שירותי נופש נוספים כוללים מועדון בריאות, סאונה וחדר אדים.
פעילויות הנופש המפורטות להלן מוצעות באתר או בסמוך; יתכן ותהיינה כרוכות בתשלום נוסף.
אלא אם צוין אחרת, החיובים להלן אינם כלולים במחיר הכולל של החדר. במידה ואינם כלולים במחיר הכולל של החדר, חיובים אלה יגבו על ידי המלון בעת ההגעה או העזיבה. החיובים עשויים להשתנות, לדוגמא, בהתאם לאורך השהות או סוג החדר שהוזמן. מלון זה עדכן אותנו כי החיובים הבאים יגבו מכם:
להלן סיכום כלל החיובים. אולם, ייתכן ותשלומים נוספים ייגבו בהתבסס, לדוגמא, על אורך השהות או החדר אותו הזמנתם.
התשלומים והפקדונות הבאים נגבים במלון במועד קבלת השירות, הכניסה או העזיבה.
הרשימה לעיל אינה בהכרח מלאה. התעריפים וסכומי הפקדונות אינם בהכרח כוללים מיסים וכפופים לשינויים.
ייתכנו חיובים עבור אדם נוסף העשויים להשתנות בהתאם למדיניות המלון.
בעת ביצוע הצ'ק-אין תתבקשו להציג תעודה מזהה עם תמונה (תעודה שהונפקה על ידי הממשלה) וכן כרטיס אשראי או פיקדון במזומן לצורך חיובים משניים.
בקשות מיוחדות כפופות לזמינות בעת ביצוע הצ'ק-אין וייתכן ויהיו כרוכות בחיובים נוספים. לא ניתן להתחייב להיענות לבקשות מיוחדות.
Scottsdale's golf courses form a green oasis amid Phoenix's arid surroundings. This premier golfing destination has about a dozen golf and country clubs. Baseball fans hit a fevered pitch at Scottsdale Stadium, a Major League Baseball spring training facility. Art galleries, restaurants, and shops abound in Old Town Scottsdale. Nearby, Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece Taliesin West is open for tours.
ראו את כל המלונות בפרדייז ואליGreat stay. As some other guests mentioned, we had issues with our keys not working properly. This was frustrating but otherwise we had a wonderful time.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Poor customer service"
This is a beautiful hotel with amazing views of Camelback, but unfortunately I would not return to this place because of the poor customer service. No matter how beautiful a place is, it is the experience and the service that makes you want to return, and that is where this place is severely lacking. I have to say I'm an unsatisfied customer!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"I love this place!"
I've stayed here before and will do so again. While it may seem strange to get excited about a bathroom, I love how spacious the bathrooms are. They also provide high quality amenities (soap, shampoo, conditioner). The bed was soooo comfortable. If possible, ask for a room in building 12 or one of the other single-story buildings, no one above or below. […] There is a nice little green belt and patio furniture provided outside of each room. Prado restaurant has many delicious offerings if you don't want to drive off property to dine. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Great views, people, amenities - everything!"
Quite literally nothing negative to say about Montelucia - it was great! Went for a long Friday - Monday weekend and everything was perfect. We stayed in a room overlooking the Oasis pool, which is the quieter, adult-only pool. Highly recommend getting a room here, it's very quiet yet still close to Prado/mBar/Centro and all the food options. The Oasis […] pool is great, with a full bar and food menu. The room itself is spacious, bathroom as large and clean as every other review will mention. We had a spa day, and the Joya Spa is far and away the nicest I've ever seen or visited. Highly recommend checking out, even if it's for a shorter/cheaper service. You'd still get a "day pass" to the spa facilities which includes all the perks from steam room to sauna to "nap room" with tempurpedic mattresses. There is a private pool only for spa guests which is far and away the best view of Camelback Mountain anywhere on the property. Lastly, even if all of these resort perks weren't there, it would still be a highly recommended resort just based on how nice everyone was! From the guys taking care of our baggage, to reception, to room service attendants, pool-side waitresses, and restaurant staff - everyone was beyond nice and accommodating. This is my first hotel review on this site, and the biggest reason for filling it out is to acknowledge the folks working at this resort - they're fantastic. Worth every penny! קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
wonderful time. beautiful hotel. the staff were excellent. highly recommend itחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Best stay ever"
This resort is top notch! The rooms and grounds are beautiful. Fantastic view of camelback mountain. The staff were very friendly and helpful.This resort is definitely a destination spot, I will be going back!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
I would stay here again, longer stay.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Hidden resort fees."
Hidden resort fees.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Wow!!! But..."
we were blown away by how beautiful and exquisite this place is. unfotunately, it is huge and we had several maintenance issues with our room. the biggest, however, was that the electronic keys constantly did not work. we even had two made, walked to our room, and nothing. luckily maintenance was right on cue. regardless, we would definitely return […] and recommend it to all. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"5 star hotel, 5 star service, 5 star dining"
This place is AMAZING!!! I cannot recommend it highly enough!! Such a beautiful, luxurious, peaceful hotel. I took 15 girlfriends for a spa trip and this place exceeded ALL of our expectations. Gorgeous spa with amazing people working there. Everyone said it was the best spa they had ever been to, and the best services they've ever received. The rooms […] were gorgeous. Beautiful showers with multiple shower heads and bathtubs big enough for two! The most comfortable beds you've ever slept on in your life; custom made for this resort. Beautiful accompaniments all decorated in a Moroccan style. This place was so peaceful! The pool Kasbah was amazing, as was the extra large over-sized jacuzzi. The spa has it's own pool, also amazing. There was literally nothing I didn't like. We are coming back for sure again next year. A special thank you to all the individuals that made our stay amazing: Hakim, Mallory, Scott, Stevie, Frank, Arne, and AJ. We loved it! קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Great view, great place, I can not say more."
Enjoyed my stay and had fun! Loved the view and relaxing environment. I will definitely be back soon.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Romantic getaway"
Spent the weekend with the wife for our anniversary and had one of the most romantic weekends we've had in a long time. We had a mountain view room and what a view! Our room was great. The king size bed was very comfortable and the seperate tub and shower in the bathroom was great too. No complaints at all. Staff was very friendly and was very attentive […] to our every need. Will definitely be returning. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Fantastic Staycation!"
My wife and I decided to stay in this resort for a night and we both enjoyed it a lot. The room is very spaceous and classy and the adult pool has a nice veiw to the camleback mountain. Great geteway for couples!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
5* resort. We were greeted as soon as we arrived. The gentleman took our bags until we checked in, Then we were greeted with a ride to our room. They gave us a tour of our room showed us how to work different things. Gave us a tour of the grounds. Top notch can't wait to stay again. Thank you for a memorable time.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"short stay at the momntelucia"
overall it was a pleasant stay. I would do it again.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Great stay"
I had read reviews and recommendations previously. Now that I had the opportunity to stay here, it was simply great. The rooms location, and service where very good. This is highly recommended to anyone looking to unwindחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
Just got back form a 4 day stay at the resort, it was relaxing, hip, clean, friendly staff, gorgeous and serene place. I would 100 percent go back and recommend it to anyone traveling to scottsdale. 4 restaurants, 4 pools, huge rooms, business center, cafe, accessible to other things!!!! JUST BOOK!!!חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Great getaway"
As many have mentioned, the hotel staff on the entire property are extremely polite and very accomodating. My room, complete with soaker tub and balcony with a great view of Camelback Mountain, was very clean and comfortable. I treated myself to a couple of spa treatments that were wonderful. I was surprised to see as many children as I did. I did stay […] over a weekend but not being a "kid type" resort, it did catch me by surprise. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
Very attentive staff. Wonderful ambience!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Great getaway!"
We had a great time overall. We spent some time at the main pool, and it was very scenic with mountain on both north and south sides. The room is nice and spacious. The bath tub is huge!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Great hotel and exceptional spa. Loved it!!!"
Everything about this resort and spa is great! The only not so positive aspect of my stay is the spa boutique. Shopping in the spa boutique was very uncomfortable. The staff seemed to follow my every footstep and it made me feel as if they were concerned about my stealing. Not good!חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"This resort is amazing."
The room was clean and comfortable. The shower and bathtub were amazing! The food and service was amazing as well.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Beautiful but watch the hidden charges!"
Gorgeous! Loved it! The only bummer was checking in and getting dinged an extra $100 for miscellaneous. Did I miss that part on Hotels. com?חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Great experience - perfect getaway"
This is a beautiful resort with a fantastic theme. Fell like I was far, far away from home. Rooms were very elegant and the bedding extremely comfortable.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Stayed at Montelucia for our anniversary"
The cleaniliness of the room was great. Reception area was clean and attendant was very friendly. The disappointment was the customer service at the pool. The attendants were not atoned to keeping customers needs meet. I kept waving a 2 attendants with no luck. I asked the waitress to fix the umbrella with luck, said she would get someone to fix it, […] no luck. I asked for water multiple times with no luck, went to get it myself. Beer cans and plates all over the pool, staff very slow to pickup wasted. For a 5 star resort not happy with the pool service. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"A great place to stay but not so much to visit"
On the surface, the price seemed pretty good, $79.00. Then there are thing things tacked on, tax (okay, cannot get around that), pool and exercise equipment use (I was there for the night, I did not even see the pool), parking fee. It quickly added up ($129.00). On the plus side, the rooms were really nice, the bed was very soft, I wish I could have […] taken off with the bathroom, I like the patio the room had, and the surrounding neighborhood was immaculately landscape and in one of the best areas of Phoenix. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
Awesome one of the best resorts I have ever been too!!!! I wanted to stay more nights.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
It was a wonderful hotel and everyone there was above and beyond what we expected! Will definitely stay again.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Impeccable Service"
The service and experience at the Montelucia was superb and I will definitely go back to stay there again. Great job by everyone!חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Fabulous + Luxury Spa/ Resort"
My stay at the Mountelucia Resort was AMAZING! The accommodations were outstanding + the staff was so attentive & accommodating. This place is by far one of the best vacations I have had in a while. I can't wait to go back.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Fun Summer Staycation"
Fun, relaxing stay in the heart of Phoenix. This hotel is clean and very well maintained. It is located in a beautiful section of Phoenix known as Paradise Valley. There are great views of Camelback Mountain and the surrounding hills from the resort, which gives it an upscale atmosphere. Prices are not cheap, but you definitely get your money's wor […] th. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Beautiful Spot"
Very nice hotel, relaxing atmosphere and beautiful design.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Not kid friendly"
It would be great for just a couple stay....not for kids. The resort fee does not provide anything of value. Beautiful rooms with very expensive restaurants and cafes. Average pool with poor poolside service.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Great place"
I was in AZ for a business trip, my only regret was that my fiance wasn't with me, the hotel made me want to kick back and relax rather than work. LOVED the place, service was very good. I ate in the restaurant, food was great. Very conveniently located for me. Will definitely stay there again.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Fantastic Montelucia Resort & Spa"
It was absolutely delightful. The resort is gorgeous. There is so much to do. So many places to eat, have cocktails, to just sit and enjoy the scenery. The Spa is unbelievable. The room very spacious and the bathroom to die for. The service is world class. Everyone is very attentive and really try to make your stay memorable. Of course the rate during […] the hot summer season was extremely affordable for such a high class resort. This is one of the most beautiful resorts we have stayed at and we have stayed at many of them all over the world. We will definitely return and recommend this place to our friends. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Luxury, good service"
Room was spacious and well equipped. Service at the pool was great. Only issue was with the resort fee, which includes little for $25 per night.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Great Hotel! Not so good pool staff :-/"
The hotel and spa was AWESOME!!! My only gripe was the pool staff, we had asked if there was any cabanas available and the young man sad NO! In a condescending tone.... didn't even bother to say "let me take a look" or even "they are all reserved at the moment but let me take a look to see if any have canceled" just NO! Just real bad service on his […] part. So we just ended up piling up our things in a corner and taking the kids for a swim…. We did talk to the supervisor but it was already to late. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Fantastic staff / Beautiful resort"
The resort is beautiful. The room was spacious. The fitness centre was well equipped. The location is good. (The only thing to note that the trail closest to Camelback Mountain was closed due to construction so the walk to the next trailhead was about 40 minutes away. Good thing the weather was fantastic!) The best thing about the Montelucia was the […] fantastic staff...very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable! קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Worst hotel experience of my life"
I have been to many hotels all over the world from one star to five. I am not high maintenance or spoiled rotten, but I do know what quality to expect at five star hotel. Among the long upsetting list, they have the most rude people in customer service I have ever experienced from any hotel rating. From the operator on the phone to the guy who came […] to pick up the room service dishes. But this was the last straw: On the morning of our check out it was pouring rain and even flooding. When we called for a cart to come pick us up at our room the lady said "I am sending someone right now." When my husband saw an empty cart headed our way my 4 month old baby and I went out to meet it. He said he was headed somewhere else and couldn't take us.... 2 empty carts and 30 minutes later my decided husband decided he was just going to walk in the rain to get our truck as my baby and I stood under slight cover from the sideways rain. Finally another empty cart came and I raised such a loud protest for them to stop that two couples came outside to see what was going on. The driver apologized for the others actions and drove me to the front. When I got to the front desk my baby and I were soaked to the core and other guest laughed at the sight of us. I was very upset about the stay before this fiasco but by the time I reached the front desk I was balling. They took off the charges from the resort fee and mini bar but that hardly made me feel any better. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Nice relaxing resort"
Went there with my husband and 18 month old to relax for 4 days. The place is beautiful and quiet, very relaxing, great comfy beds. The staff was warm and friendly and always eager to do more, which was great when we had special requests for our baby. Would definitely recommend to all, great value. We will be back.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"An amazing memorable experience"
Montelucia is an amazing resort. Not only is the property beautfiul, with the Spanish and Moroccan architecture and touches, but the staff are just as incredible. Everyone was so friendly, inviting and truly passionate about service. As a solo traveller, I felt welcomed, secure and at peace. The room was beautiful, bathroom divine, bedding heavenly- […] even the bath amenities- mango scent- was lovely. Tapas and drinks at the MBar were delicious. Also had some great signature drinks poolside. The spa was divine- spirtual, relaxing. Had the Orange Cranberry Glow scrub- body shimmered with such a silky scent. Enjoyed the whisper room after the service as well as the rooftop pool terrace. Overall an enjoyable, memorable stay that I will cherish. I definitely will be back , this time with my husband and kids. I would definitely recommend this place for all- solo, couple, families- you will truly feel welcomed. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
Superb resort! We visited Prado for breakfast- great service and great food. The spa was also fantastic, loved the rooftop area! The room was amazing... ensure that you get camelback view. Just breaktaking! The front desk staff was good, not as knowledgeable as I would of expected about what was included in our package. They were fantastic on the way […] out though. Excellent overall! קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Beautiful place, great for a getaway"
Great place to stay, lovely views, great rooms, outstanding facilities.חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Scorpion in my sink"
The pool food and drink service were for a very limited service. But staff were very good to us. The facility was looking a bit worn down and dated.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
All was good but the undisclosed $25 per night "Resort Fee" and $10 parking fee strikes me as a truth in advertising issue. These two fees increased the bill by 40%. In my view Expedia has some blame too. Not just the hotel.חוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Great place"
Nice resort, Great food, Georgeous Spa Great service. 6th night here!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Beatuful but they nickel and dime you"
Beautiful resort, the room was amazing, the grounds are beautiful and the staff are great. The most annoying thing about this hotel is the fact that they nickel and dime you for almost everything. The $25 mandatory resort fee is ridiculous and should be included in the booking price. Theb they charge you to park, even if you self park. We didn't even […] bother eating at the resort after we ordered a pitcher of sangria at the pool and our bill came saying we owed $49 plus tax and tip! So $60 later for one pitcher of sangria that was nothing special we decided to avoid ordering anything more from the hotel. I don't understand why the hotel wants to over charge thier guests and rip them off. It's too bad because I loved this resort but wouldn't stay there again for this reason. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
"Thank goodness this was booked through expedia!"
Although this was a superior hotel, there are too many hidden costs associated with this place. Whether or not you use the Spa and Pools, you are charged $25.00/night. They also charge you $10.00/day to park your own car in their parking lot. You also will need track shoes to get to your room, or pay them to ride you in their Jitney to your room location. […] Unless you are prepared to spend alot of money for things you don't want or need, I would suggest choosing another hotel to stay at while in the Phoenix area. קראו עודחוות דעת אמיתיות של אורחי Expedia
Our first visit to AZ and stay at this resort.. We will be going back and staying here again, highly recommended!חוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
"Anniversary celebration weekend"
We only stay there for one night - should of booked for one more - the room was very large with mountain and pool view, king bed was very relaxing, a perfect room for romantic gaaway,staff was very kind and politeחוות דעת אמיתית של אורח Hotels.com
חוות הדעת והדירוגים הכלולים באתר זה מהווים דעות אישיות של לקוחות וספקים; הם אינם מייצגים או משקפים את עמדתה של Hotels.com. חברת Hotels.com או הגורמים המעורבים המספקים את תוכן חוות הדעת לא יהיו אחראים לשום נזקים מכל סוג שהוא הנובעים מהשימוש בחוות דעת אלה


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North Carolina State University: 'Civility Statement' Prohibits Constitutionally Protected Speech
- "NC State Drops 'Civility' Mandate," September 7, 2012: Students returning to North Carolina State University for this new semester will no longer risk punishment for expression that administrators deem "uncivil." Last year, students living in NC State dorms were subject to a civility statement requiring students to "speak to each other in a civil manner" and prohibiting the display of items that might be "disrespectful" or "hurtful." After FIRE wrote to NC State pointing out the First Amendment problems posed by the policy, NC State revised it for this year, making it clear that freedom of expression is paramount.
- "Letter from Eileen Goldgeier, Vice Chancellor and General Counsel to FIRE, December 20, 2011," December 20, 2011
- "Letter from FIRE to Chancellor W. Randolph Woodson, Chancellor, North Carolina State University, November 30, 2011," November 30, 2011
Case Materials
- "FIRE's NC State Victory in the News," by Bridget Glackin, September 10, 2012
- "NC State Drops 'Civility' Mandate," September 7, 2012
Blog Entries
- "Wheeler: N.C. State graduate values civility, but not at the expense of liberty,"
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Monday, May 06, 2013
Hi all! Please pardon me while this site is under construction, we have online classes, a new art store and all sorts of good in the works for you! In the meantime please check out my art shop at Etsy, keep up with what's new on my Facebook page and watch the creativity unfold on Instagram!
If you're visiting for info on classes, birthday parties or custom work, please email me anytime firstname.lastname@example.com
Be blessed my beautiful friends.
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Simply Magnetic
I promised you something new in store this week. And so, by request, here they are, mini print magnets! Just $5 each, beautiful crisp quality and vibrant colors ( I couldn't be happier), and they are available in all of the prints you see in my shop. I did these thinking beyond the fridge; a bit of encouragement hung inside a special kids locker at school, a little brightening on the filing cabinet of a teacher who goes the extra mile, even a bit of heart stuck along the metal strip of an office cubicle as a reminder of how much brightness is there for the taking...you get the idea! Everyone needs lifting up sometimes, everyone likes to feel appreciated or understood, and that's kind of the point of my art. To shine a light into all of the wonderful places in our lives, as far as we can possibly reach!
You can look for these here in my Shop on Monday
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
The Soccer Season Kicks off
Last night was the start of soccer season for us. Emy doesn't play, she's a swimmer and has no interest in a sport that would require kicking at people, she has such a gentle heart. Tiara was pumped to be back at a sport she adores, little Kaiella was super nervous because it was her first "real"game and she didn't want to make a mistake (sweet munchkin), and Coach Cam was ready for screaming girls and lots of fun. I only had my phone with me but I thought I'd share a few favorite moments I managed to snap.
It turned out to be a lovely night; The evening sun couldn't have been more beautiful... the perfect warm golden glow.
Tiara scored twice to kick off the season with pizazz, and little Kaiella did wonderfully ( see! nothing to worry about after all little one).
I think this is my favorite moment of all though. So happy to be the coaches kid, proud as can be after a great game. She is a total daddy's girl walking away from the now emptied field towards the setting sun, chattering happily together. Melts my heart to bits! This life, these regular little treasures hidden in our day; These are the moments I want to remember forever.
It turned out to be a lovely night; The evening sun couldn't have been more beautiful... the perfect warm golden glow.
Tiara scored twice to kick off the season with pizazz, and little Kaiella did wonderfully ( see! nothing to worry about after all little one).
I think this is my favorite moment of all though. So happy to be the coaches kid, proud as can be after a great game. She is a total daddy's girl walking away from the now emptied field towards the setting sun, chattering happily together. Melts my heart to bits! This life, these regular little treasures hidden in our day; These are the moments I want to remember forever.
Monday, May 07, 2012
Today is a Gift
My two random winners from Friday's post are
Kathleen and Michelle!
Congrats girlies, send me an email so I can get you hooked up with all of your goodies
You guys are all amazing, you really touched my heart last week; from your openness to share your challenges and how you have chosen to overcome them with positivity here in the comments , to your honesty on facebook where I asked the same question, and even private emails I got last week sharing with me from an open heart and with such a positive attitude. I am encouraged, I am moved, and I am honored that you cared to listen to my story and felt comfortable enough to share so many of yours with me.
Taking Art off of someone's site is usually a Big "no no", please know this.
BUT... This time, I would Love for you to go ahead and right click the image above, save it, and print it out at 5x7 to hang somewhere as a reminder that it's up to YOU to make some sunshine in this world, to Make the choice to see TODAY as a gift no matter what may come.
xo it's My little gift to you.
ETA: The giveaway is now closed, the print above has been replaced with a web sized image and will be added to my etsy shop later this week
It's been a rough weekend/start to the week, my headache & other pain came back full force to try and kick my butt right back to bed and to laying there trapped on my frozen veggies. POOOP!
It's super duper intense BUT I'm doing as much kicking back as I can, there is just too much good living to be had! I did everything in my power to just keep going like a Rockstar. And we made all kinds of good family memories YAYY!
The truth is it could be partly my fault, I need to double check ingredients and be more careful this week with what I am eating, I have a sneaking suspicion that I accidentally may have had some wheat and dairy hidden in good eats which is most likely the culprit.
Live and learn, and then help someone else, right?!
If you have any amazing-must-try wheat free, dairy free recipes please please shoot me an email! I am getting really bored with my few stand by options. And don't have enough culinary imagination to invent my own.
This week; my girls are going to wow me with their swimming, Tiara and I are going to head to the city together today to do some getting healthy. Our first soccer games officially start up which will be extra fun cuz two girls are on the same team and Cam is their coach, so I guess you could say I am a seriously invested fan! Later this week I have some new stuff to share going up in my etsy shop for gifts, another fun happy giveaway, and all kinds of pictures from snapping away during week in the life. Have a great Monday friends, let's be rockstars together and kick this week in the butt hardcore!!!
Friday, May 04, 2012
giveaways, life, & inspiration
This month's BYOC kits are bright and full of happy color and best of all they are ready to go! These 3 just went up in MY SHOP at the lilypad, and EVERYTHING in the store is 30% off to celebrate international scrapbooking day this weekend! I just kinda like the idea of shopping for good deals in jammie pants with no line ups ;)
{photos by Kal Barteski}
Every once and awhile there are those people who cross your path and
leave an impact forever on your heart. My friend Kal is one of tho
people; anyone who has taken a class from her, listened to her speak, or
who has the pleasure of knowing her is a person who is left changed, left
better than they were before. The new pack above is a kit celebrating that incredible beauty, cuz
I think the world needs more people like Kal and this is just what my
hands did with all of that thinking. Check out HER BLOG, she
has beautiful Art and words that stir the soul. You will be inspired I
guarantee you.
NOT something I take for granted these days. It is only a few weeks ago that I couldn't even join my kids for a walk no matter how badly I wanted to. So not only am I inspired by my friend Kal's fierceness, bravery and strength as she has been walking a similar journey, but I am trying really hard to learn to make the best health choices I can. Trying do the best I can with what I have each day, and do my little bit to help fill the world with goodness and light. Amazingly it works every time, sharing goodness makes me feel a whole lot better and brighter. Hence, the frenzy of giveaways this week. ( did I just say Hence? oy)
I am trying to be more open, trying to share more and that means I need to tell you a bit of what's been up. Weeks ago I got rid of all wheat, dairy and sugar ( as well as a whole bunch of other things)... I had had a wicked migraine for months with no relief, severe pain all through my neck and back and nothing was helping at all, no pain killers no treatments and though I have suffered with migraines for most of my life That has never happened before. I'm usually a smile and keep on going kind of girl. But this time all I could do was lay there on ice for months and tell my girls to come and cuddle up. Such a trapped and helpless place to be. It was a tough road figuring out some thyroid problems, and then battling through this at the same time. Hard to be inspirational, hard to just get up and try to be a wee bit wife and mommy while hurting so so much. I'm not telling you this to bore you with a sad story, just being real. I definitely want to not only live life, but absolutely adore every minute of it! Simply existing is just not an option for me. NOT!!! I've never been someone who just let's the days all run together, and I don't wanna be, SO here's to all of that positivity I'm grabbing at, here's to mighty conquering and choosing to give life your ALL no matter what comes your way...aaaand a few spray painted butterflies thrown in cuz spring is my fave and they make me happy.
I LOVE this beautiful layout by Amanda Resende, she always manages to wow me with her flow on a page but this one makes
my eyes so happy I just wanna keep looking! The wood grain paper
looks perfect next to my journal tree, I adore her use of warm colors, and she did an excellent job of clustering everything above the line, leaving lots of white
space to rest the eye. Amazing job Girlie!!! Show her some Love HERE
The kits are up and you can find them HERE
Can't wait to hear how you shine!
Thursday, May 03, 2012
Blue Day sharing
It was a Blue day around here. The Skies looked so amazing, perfect Blue, lots of sun and fluffy clouds. But... looks can be deceiving, it's still pretty chilly in these parts. Brrrr, I'm a big suck and our furnace is broken So it's been blankets and slippers and all of the warm wear I can dig up. Anyways, after a quick yogurt parfait for breakfast ( yogurt, protein powder, almond butter and blueberries. YUM) I head out to tackle a day of appointments and running around armed with the fluffiest warmest hoodie I have...yep happens to be blue too.
obsessed much?!
Driving around all day gave me lots of time to think and pray and think some more, Lots on my mind and never seems to be enough alone time to process it all. A couple of lovely people in our life are going through stuff and are on my heart. We are walking a very interesting journey with one of our girls that I am not ready to share yet, but it involves some digging and diagnosing and then some life changes, will be a good thing. But it's big and definitely weighing on me right now.
BUT...Despite the blue start I got to meet up with my lovely mama for an impromptu sunny lunch picnic in the car. We broke all of the rules just like we used to do when I was little and it was just the two of us hitting the town. Feet on the dash, ate right off the cheese block, laughed at things we maybe shouldn',t and let me tell you, IT RAWKED. yayy for happy amazing moms, yayy for picnics, and yayy for breaking a few rules!
Lastly I'm still working fiercely on new designs tonight, and what's coming from my hands right now honors a really cool artist friend of mine. More to come on that this weekend.
- Loving my iphone, it is the first one I have owned and it is fairly amazing
-Loving instagram, sharing made so so simple
-Seriously Loving how easy both of them make it to capture life as it happens.
What makes you blue? How is your weather? and whatcha Loving right now?
obsessed much?!
Driving around all day gave me lots of time to think and pray and think some more, Lots on my mind and never seems to be enough alone time to process it all. A couple of lovely people in our life are going through stuff and are on my heart. We are walking a very interesting journey with one of our girls that I am not ready to share yet, but it involves some digging and diagnosing and then some life changes, will be a good thing. But it's big and definitely weighing on me right now.
- Loving my iphone, it is the first one I have owned and it is fairly amazing
-Loving instagram, sharing made so so simple
-Seriously Loving how easy both of them make it to capture life as it happens.
What makes you blue? How is your weather? and whatcha Loving right now?
Random.org says It's YOU, Congrats on winning the New book Meagan! I Loved your comment about how you try and think of the pictures you wish you had from your own childhood and capture those moments for your daughter. perfect. So so many other great ideas in the comments too, I read each one, BUT it's been a super busy-out of the house-eat wrong-and give yourself a migraine kind of a day today, Soooo I'm still working on putting all of your great tips and comments into one big post. As for all of you who didn't win today, pop back tomorrow afternoon for more celebrating and another chance to win some goodies before tomorrow night's big Launch Party!
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Tonight I am going to drink tons of water and stay up as long as I can to try and get lots of designs finished for the big national scrapbooking day bash at the Lilypad this weekend...so much partying So little time!
everyday Storyteller,
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
It's TIME!!! Are you ready for some fun? Today is our Everyday Storyteller blog hop, each of the contributors are sharing some bonus tips, and more...
Here is a little bit of a bigger Peek at some of the project bits from
my article in the book. There is Lots of Color, and TONS of tips for how I tell
each of my life stories loaded with Heart. I can promise you at least 13 ideas from my article alone, I can't wait to see how many more the other ladies will be sharing too!
I think for such an occasion a little bit of extra fun is in order, sooooo here is what we're gonna do... Leave me a comment telling me YOUR favorite way to capture the heart in your life's stories, by 11:59 pm Central and I will be GIVING AWAY a copy of the book to one lucky storyteller before it is available to the public!
OK friends, one last happy detail for today- are you signed up for the Big party yet? Head over HERE to sign up for a VIP invitation to join in our Book launch party at 8:30pm CDT on
Friday, May 4. There will be almost $800 in prizes given away from
our sponsors during the party, it's sure to be a BLAST!
Come back and visit me throughout this week, I will be sharing more tips, more peeks, and maybe even a giveaway or two of my own to keep things exciting! If you want to keep on blog hopping today and gather up all kinds of Bonus tips, here is the list of inspirational peeps who have lots of goodness for you, HAVE FUN!!!
ETA: if you have time to read through some of the comments, there are Great ideas coming in so far from everyone! I will put them all together in a Big post later this week
- Cheryl Ashcraft
- Anna Aspnes
- Katie Clemons
- Elise Blaha
- Paula Gilarde
- Sara Gleason
- Michelle Hernandez
- Debbie Hodge
- Katrina Kennedy
- Amy Kingsford
- Cindy Liebel
- Crystal Livesay
- Robyn Meierotto
- CD Muckosky << YOU ARE HERE
- Nancy Nally
- Christine Newman
- Ashli Oliver
- Amanda Padgett
- Renee Pearson
- Lynnette Penacho
- Elle Price
- Heather Prins
- Traci Re
- Lauren Reid
- Amber Ries
- Kristin Rutten
- Betsy Sammarco
- Jenn Smith-Sloane
- Jessica Sprague
- Melissa Stinson
- Amy Tan
- Tiffany Tillman
- Jennifer Wilson
Blog hop,
everyday Storyteller,
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Happy Thursday highlights
I Have been Loving the way "Week in The Life" has captured all of the bits that make up "us" right now. Capturing everything from, what we are eating, to school activities, cuddles with little people who won't always be so little, the weather, and what my day looks like working from home. I can't wait to put this all together so we can look back on it and remember what life in the Muckosky house in 2012 was all about! Today was toast for breakfast, healthy snacks, love notes from my little one, a never ending game of fetch, after school giggly cuddles, Bible study catch up by the fire place, supper on the go, and a clear night with a sparkly sliver of a moon out my window. There was much much more but that's just the highlight reel. Are you doing "week in the life" too? share a link in the comments so we can see what you are up to!
week in the life
Monday, April 23, 2012
A Week In The Life begins
I am really looking forward to this week, Ali Edwards has inspired a whole community to capture a "week in the life"-documenting all kinds of everyday bits of life going on in your home! I Love my life, I Love the motivation of a good challenge, and so will do my best. My good camera is in the shop with a broken shutter so it will be mostly iphone pics this year, but it is so handy I think I may even capture more that way! Here is a little look at our Monday; Leaving with friends, sharing Art time, beautiful blue skies, A special lunch date, an evening at the pool, waiting for giggly girls to finish changing, Tim's with a sweet friend, and at last little Angel's off to dreamland.
week in the life
Thursday, April 05, 2012
Guess what I'm working on?
I'm super excited to be a contributor in this Great e-book coming out in May! I have had many hours sitting on the floor in my studio, creating happy colorful new projects that showcase some of my favorite tips for telling the stories of life.
Keep an eye on things here over the next month as I get ready to share some more sneek peeks and give you the chance to win some great prizes.
In the meantime check out this Teaser video for a bit more info!
Little Jellybean Toes are muddy from hunting for ladybugs, Daddy is taking walks to the park and of course out for ice cream
Skies are Blue, Bikes are out, and on the whole everyone seems a little more merry now that the snow is gone from sight.
Enjoy the fresh start that comes with Spring my friends!
everyday Storyteller,
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Rugby legend issues Bath challenge to Lewisham kid
3:54pm Wednesday 1st August 2012 in Sport
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WORLD Cup winner Danny Grewcock has laid down the challenge to Lewisham's Tom Chapman to follow in the footsteps of some of the game's greats and play for the Bath first team.
Chapman, 18, has traded the Saracens' academy for life in the West Country to pursue his dream of playing professional rugby while studying at the city's university.
The Colfe's School old boy turned out for the first time in the club's colours at the third round of the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Premiership Rugby 7s Series in Gloucester.
He is in line to appear in finals day at the Rec and he has impressed 69-cap England lock Grewcock with his pace from scrum-half.
But the former Bath stalwart warned Chapman that if he wants to join famous names like Jeremy Guscott, Matt Perry and Stuart Barnes in representing the club, he has a lot of work ahead of him.
"There's a huge amount of personal responsibility," said Grewcock, now the club's academy director. "We can guide them as much as we want, but ultimately they're the ones who need to put time aside.
"The guys who do it successfully are probably beyond their years to manage that situation and have an understanding of that situation and how important it is for them.
"Tom's a talented scrum-half and he's quick, so it was a good opportunity for the first team coaches to have a look at him in the 7s.
"They would have seen bits of him and had some good reports of how he played so there's a chance of bringing him to the academy system. It's subject to his results but hopefully we'll offer him a place."
With a short time span for most rugby players' careers, Grewcock is keen for his academy pupils to exercise their grey matter outside of the sport whilst still being students of the game and Chapman, who spent part of last season on loan at Blackheath in National One, is no different.
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Are Hilary and David married to each other? | |||
But wow! Wouldn't THAT be a show??? As vocal as I've been about HGTV's de-emphasis on design, I think there's real potential on Pay-Per-View for a Kardashian style "Kove it or Kist It, Starring Killary and Kave"... And really, they wouldn't have to change much... | ||||
I love this show. I wish there was not a lot of reruns. I do not care for Love it or List it too. I guess its all about the hosts. David and Hilary work for well together and I guess the hosts of Love it or List it too has hard shoes to follow because they are no way even close to David and Hilary's ratings with me. Angela Manning | ||||
I love this show, but wish Hilary would explain to the owners how certain things are out of her control. Take them by the hand and show them what the problem is. Also, please tell Fergus to shave that thing off his chin. | ||||
I love this show and never miss an episode, but feel they use too many "nick knacks" in their finished product. They could save money in the budget by scaling back on clutter items. Sometimes the kitchens have so many useless items on the counters, it's just not practical. | ||||
I was astonished when Hilary put a "new sewing machine" in the craft room she designed. Spend your budget on the room, not on a sewing machine. | ||||
When the couples get all upset because Hillary can't give then something they want with the way too SMALL budgets they provide her (I mean have these people been living in caves and never seen a home improvement show in their life)...Hillary should show the cost difference for first those unexpected costs for the people who didn't get a proper home inspection before they moved into the house in the first place, and then the cost for those Wish list items - like adding a bathroom or additional rooms. I didn't realize there were still people that ignorant out there...[giving a list like adding two bathrooms, tearing down walls, replacing windows and adding insulation - all for a budget of $30000...dream on stupid] | ||||
I hate this show. It's not enough for these people that they are getting a great remodel for the money they pay (i'm sure they get the best money can buy) they are always either not impressed or disappointed with everything. When I start to see them act like that I just have to change the channel. Can't stand stupid people on TV. So if the way they react is being staged by the show, take note and make people be thankful they are getting the opportunity to be on TV and get a great deal in the process. | ||||
I love this show or should say LOVED -- until I saw the first show today with Jillian from the Bachelor - she's an idiot and I used to have this show set to tape but you can bet if it's not Hillary and David I won't be watching anymore. They never prepare for the disasters these old homes will have and the scripting of the way the people respond and talk to realtors viewing homes is unreal - I sold real estate never had a client talk to me like they do vitaloo | ||||
I could not bear to watch this show with Hilary and David. Their commercials alone turn me off completely. What a snarky face she has and how nasty she sounds. | ||||
The sewing machine is another aspect of what I was saying about using too much of the budget on decorating. People have their own clutter items and don't need things like hand statues, sticks, 6-10 white vases clustered together, and pictures of bugs. Spend the money on the renovation, let the homeowners place the little things around the house. | ||||
I just love this show. I love how they make the featured family pretend to be angry with the hosts when they clearly are getting an amazing deal that no regular person would be able to get. the pretend drama is jolly good fun and the acting by the hosts and the families are always good for a belly laugh.I never miss the show.I do wish they would come and remodel my home . Image getting 100,000$ in renovations for 550,000 or my dream house far far less then real life. How do you get on this show? | ||||
I love this show! | ||||
Soosie, I think the commercials are far superior to the shows. What strikes me as stupid is that they get upset with Hillary when she finds faults with the structure of the home. Most of these things have to be fixed before they sell their home anyway. In many cases, I'd bite the bullet and pay more to fix the place. | ||||
Just watched Colin & Beth's remodel-he was a total jerk, where does the show find these people, since this is one of many really nasty folks, we have decided to stop watching that part of HGTV. Love the designs & David's pick of house, it's just the customer's are stupid. Another section, the brother's Drew & Jonathon, they seem to pick the other group of totally bizarre people. To clarify, it's not the stars that I object to, it's their customers. Find some reasonable people | ||||
I watched an episode of Love It or List It last night that had to have the worst couple ever. She was totally pushy and obnoxious, complaining about everything. I blocked out her name but the couple had been married and divorced and remarried after a 27 year break. Does anyone remember this couple? I have to wonder how this series picks these couples and have they ever had to halt filming and scratch a project because of totally impossible people? | ||||
Of all your Canadien imports, this show is the worst. To make it an hour long program, bad choice. | ||||
I don't normally post on these sites, but a Love It or List It show I saw today really angered me. The show was titled "Hazardous Household" and featured a couple where the wife has lupus. Her disease presented her with a lot of physical challenges in their home. It was hard for me to watch this as I have had severe rheumatoid arthritis for many years. I totally related to this woman. I know what it feels like to struggle to climb the stairs in your home, or to have normally basic things like walking on ocobblestones be a major challenge. To do that everyday is physically painful and mentally exhausting. When the realtor, David, would make snarky comments like this is just a few steps or it's only 8 steps, I could not believe how incredibly rude and insensitive he was. I know some of that snarkiness makes good tv, but in this case it was just uncalled for. This woman is handicapped and to minimize that in any way was just shameful. | ||||
I watch LIOLI but only when I can record it and ff to the end. It really needs some fresh ideas for the format and scripting. Every show is the same: Hillary and David fight over the existing house; David shows the homeowners at least 2 houses that would never work; Hillary always runs into enormously expensive problems and has to inform the homeowners that she can't do all projects; homeowners argue with her and each other; David then finds a perfect house; Hillary reveals the reno (which is always beautiful); hosts argue about who will win. I love the reveal for the ideas I get from it, but the show is just too much of the same thing. Not a formula that will work for long. | ||||
I agree with golflover, its the same formulas EVERY TIME! The hosts are so fake in their bickering, I don't care if they are married or not, the bickering is so fake and scripted. I cant see that this show is at all popular, and thhey run back to backs so much I cant get thru more than two before I'm OVER IT! ON THE OTHER HAND I could watch yard crashers and bathroom crashers and room crashers all day long! I'm sure they are more expensive to produce but the personalities are so much better! | ||||
I like this show, but my problem is with the homeowners. Some of them are okay, but come on. The episode with Julia called "Better for Baby" was unbearable. She walked around frowning and griping the whole time with her hand on her small baby bump. I mean really. You think you are the only one to ever give birth? Ruined the entire show for me. | ||||
Drop the TOO - It is very difficult to replace a show with a less experienced version. LI-or-LI TOO does not make the cut. Jillian and Todd need to get their own show that is completely original. I LOVE David and Hilary on "Love It or List It". I can't imagine why you would want to try to slip in this TOO version, it just does not work. They do not have the natural chemistry that Hilary and David have, the credibility, and I just refuse to watch it. They seem like they are trying to imitate the experts with no real expertise. No believability here, I would rather watch re-runs of Hilary and David. | ||||
My favorite show is love it or leave it but I don't appreciate how and manner the contractors speak to her | ||||
The company I work for works with designers. I can honestly say I've never met one before that was so bad at figuring out a budget that they had to knock off entire aspects of a remodel - every job. I realize a lot of this show is probably just, well, "show" instead of a "real" reno, but the whole incredibly predictable aspect of her having to tell people about the multiple things she has to cut from the projects with every single show gets very old. VERY old. | ||||
Greg we have all noticed the fact that this lady has no idea on how to renovate anything. and to keep on making really bad errors like she does, gives many the impression that the producers and directors of the show, have no idea either. | ||||
You're correct, Greg - it's manufactured drama. Production companies don't do surprises, IMHO. They've inspected the home in advance and already know which spaces they're updating. The homeowners play along in exchange for the discounted reno and other freebies. Ever notice how they only demo the spaces that are ultimately completed within the stated budget? At least during the last season or so, Hillary warns the homeowners during the budget scene that she might not have the cash to complete their entire wishlist.This message has been edited. Last edited by: SurfNow, | ||||
HGTV. used to be my favorite station. Now, forget it. If I have to see another Love It or List It i will be sick. So fake, always the same. The LAST house is always perfect. And her renovations are NEVER completed. However, with the finished product she has used OVER THE TOP appliances, fixtures, furniture etc. with the money spent on these items she could Reno the whole house. I know it's all for SHOW. But come on. Can't you put some shows back on with some REAL decorating. Where is Candace, and the cousins, David B. etc | ||||
I love this show! Don't change a thing. Their reveals are awesome! | ||||
I also love this show...one of my faves next to The Property Brothers. Small Apartment Dweller with one young teenage daughter | ||||
I enjoy this show also but what I find amazing is when the couple choose to love it when they get so little of the renovations they wanted. I dislike Love it or List it Too. I would rather see new episodes with Hilary and David. I also like Property Brothers. I dislike House Hunters International. I love Yard Crashers on the DIY channel. I just started watching that channel and they have some good shows IMO. | ||||
As we all have seen there are people that like and dislike the same shows, I guess that everyone is different and see programs for different reasons. After all, look at Honey Boo boo. they are actually on their second season. now to me that is amazing. LOL | ||||
I can't believe there are enough viewers in the world to keep LILI on the air. The acting is nauseating, the obvious #3 house as the winner is an insult to one's intelligence, the nasty mouth of Hilary....I could go on and on, which is exactly what the reruns do...they go on and on. Give us some good decorating shows, as you did in yrs. past. | ||||
I just saw an episode of LILI 2 and the homeowners had a house valued at 2.3 million. I missed where the house was located though. I was appalled that any house, anywhere, was worth 2.3 million and needed such upgrading as that house did. Cheap brown wood paneling??? Really?? The whole house needed an overhaul and if I remember correctly, it wasn't all that big either. I don't mean to be so catty, sorry. I just really would like to know where in the world that house was located to be worth so much. I sure wish mine was there! | ||||
The original show films in the Toronto area. The new show films in the Vancouver area. | ||||
I guess that explains it then. I did a little research after you said Vancouver and found a couple interesting things. I copied a couple sentences from a news article. "High asking prices are common across Metro Vancouver as are offensive $2-million bungalow listings." "In Vancouver, which is still the most expensive housing market in the country, the average selling price of detached houses dropped 5.6% to $1.116 million, bungalows fell 5.1% to $1,013,750 and the average condo price slipped 5.6% to $481,250." Then I saw pictures of affordable homes under $300,000 – the first one was a picture of an old blue 1974 single wide trailer, 2 b, 1 ba, with a porch that looks like it's falling off. I just don't know how people do it. | ||||
That's the problem with this program - besides the whole bad acting, drama, etc! Why does David/Real Estate agent get to blow the budget but Hillary/Interior Designer is completely constricted by an unrealistic budget for a dilapidated old house? He shows houses many thousands of dollars above their limit and sometimes they choose it. But the designer has to make structural improvements within a limited budget. Then is blamed for not delivering. Either make this fantasy fair or just say what they are doing - loading the deck in favor of the real estate agent. Even though sometimes the designer does win. Mainly because the family wasn't going to move in the first place. This message has been edited. Last edited by: Charming, | ||||
I don't understand why conflict is so popular with so many viewers? It's not just that the format of every episode is so predictable, it is also the generally unpleasant tone that each episode has that bothers me. I think this could be an interesting premise, but I rarely watch an entire episode because I get tired of demanding, unreasonable homeowners and unprofessional realtor and decorator. (I call them unprofessional because they regularly lose their temper and/or speak sarcastically or talk down to their clients.) Wouldn't this show be just as interesting---or, in my opinion, more interesting---if they took out the manufactured drama and anger? I agree with everyone who commented on the unrealistic budgets. I would much rather see an agreement to either increase the budget or downsize the scope of the project to be more in line with the budget BEFORE starting the remodel. Of course, unforeseen problems can, and usually do, come up. How about dealing with it in an adult, professional manner for a change? | ||||
Looks like the carpenters/contractors got in on the attitude/arguing now. The only one I've not noticed with attitude is the carpenter on LILI too. | ||||
Love this show and love Hilary and Dave together. | ||||
As I have said before, Personal taste in a program is what makes a program liked or disliked by others, with the exception of Honey BO BO which is something to me incomprehensible. | ||||
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WASHINGTON (April 25, 2006)—Pope Benedict XVI has appointed Monsignor Frank J. Dewane, Undersecretary of the Holy See's Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, as Coadjutor Bishop of Venice, Florida.
A Coadjutor bishop enjoys the right of succession which means he becomes head of the diocese upon the retirement or death of the incumbent bishop. Most Reverend John J. Nevins is Bishop of Venice.
Archbishop Pietro Sambi, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, announced the appointment.
Frank J. Dewane was born in Wisconsin, March 9, 1950. He attended public elementary and secondary schools in Denmark, Wisconsin. From 1968 to 1972 he studied at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. From 1973 to 1975 he studied at American University, Washington, obtaining a Masters in Administration in International Affairs. During 1975-76 he continued studies at George Washington University.
From 1976 to 1983 he worked for various companies with international experience, especially in Russia.
He entered the Seminary of Notre Dame, Indiana, in 1983, studying philosophy from 1983 to 1984. After a brief period in the seminary of the Congregation of the Holy Cross, he
decided to enter the diocesan seminary. From 1984 to 1988 he studied at the North American College in Rome, attaining a Bachelor in theology from the Gregorian University in 1986 and a Licentiate in Canon Law from the Angelicum in 1988.
Msgr. Dewane was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Green Bay, Wisconsin, on July 16, 1988.
Following ordination, he was Parochial Vicar, SS. Peter and Paul Church, Green Bay, 1989-1991, an official of the Green Bay diocesan tribunal, 1989-1991, Collaborator of the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See at the United Nations, 1991-1995, and an official of the Pontifical Council, "Cor Unum, 1995 to 2001.
Bishop-designate Dewane was appointed Undersecretary of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace in 2002.