Roseloe Motel - Country Comfort

 There aren't any bad things I can really say about this low-key locally-managed 50's style motel. There is actually a resident manager on premises and this lovely lady's name is Thelma Curtis. She will instantly remind you of a favorite aunt, or concerned grandma - she embodies all that is good about home-style comfort.

 The home-like comfort description is very fitting - the room I stayed in was number 26 also known as the “Sam Snead” room. Indeed, his pictures adorned the walls painted a serene and calming washed-out blue. The room was exactly as I expected - a little faded and a little worn around the edges, but in that home-y comfortable sort of way that will instantly steal your heart. There are no fancy bells and whistles, but what you will find is an extraordinary understanding of a weary traveler and her needs. There were a few amenities included in the very budget-friendly price that were immediately appreciated. FREE basic cable with HBO on a 27” TV, plus all the things you would want away from home - coffee maker, fridge, microwave, phone (Free local calls).

 There were thoughtful conveniences like real paper towels on a holder along with a cooking guide for the microwave. The motel binder included not only the menus of all the area's eateries and a channel listing, but the names and phone numbers of the area's B & B's including the insanely expensive Homestead. I appreciate any place that includes listings of their competitors! I found that interesting and extremely endearing, considering that this little modest motel can be easily missed because of the popularity and historic status of the hulking Homestead and the enchanting web sites of the area B & B's offering idyllic stays in their gorgeous Victorians.

 The bathroom was impeccably clean, as was the sink vanity area that was separate from the tub and toilet which is very convenient when there is more than one guest. Who wants to put on their makeup over a toilet in a steamy bathroom?

 This is a great place to stay if you wish to enjoy the magnificent natural springs at Jefferson Pools and/or hike and relax in the many varied natural areas nearby. You can spend an entire day at Lake Moomaw or the Goshen Pass gorge area or enjoy a leisurely and scenic drive up Route 220 towards Monterey in Highland County - a gorgeous mountainous area and quaint little town known as Virginia's “Little Switzerland”.

http://discoverbath.com/what-to-do/spas/

http://www.highlandcounty.org/

https://www.virginia.org/listings/outdoorsandsports/lakemoomawandgathrightdam/

http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/natural-area-preserves/goshen

For the most affordable dining experience, check out the Country Café. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their homemade pies are amazing.

https://www.facebook.com/countrycaferestaurant1994/

 The area B & B's do offer fabulous stays but if you appreciate the privacy of your own room and convenient parking right outside your doorstep and cannot, or like me, will not pay the exorbitant prices at The Homestead, this charming little motel will fit the bill.

 This motel is truly a throwback - there are no internet reservations or confirmation numbers - just call and advise Mrs. Curtis when you want to visit. Almost like visiting Grandma's house!

540-839-5373
Rt 1 Box 590
Hot Springs, VA 24445

http://www.roseloe.netfirms.com

https://www.facebook.com/RoseLoe-Motel-747608861941016/

~Ravyne~

Another great giveaway!

Check out this great giveaway from LuxChroma on the Mint Green with Envy blog--->


http://www.mintgreenwithenvy.com/2011/06/giveaway-luxchroma-fun-size-glowing.html?showComment=1308860823196#c3956608060860797959

Pissed on/Pissed off Former Democrat

I was sooooo pissed a few years ago that I switched my affiliation from Dem to Independent - yesterday I mailed in my papework to switch to....GASP! dare I say it - Republican!!!....yes...not all repubs are right wing extremists - just like all dems are not left wing bleeding liberals....there are many many many more like me who are somewhere between crazy and strict libertarians. See - I don't really give a rat's ass who someone marries and shrug....if it's for you, Pro-Choice is ok with me. Because I believe that government should not really delve into personal and private issues that in the BIG scheme of things - won't mean anything anyway when our country is going in the toilet. In other words, I don't believe that we should elect a leader based solely on such dividing and emotional issues such as these. We need to come together in the middle and focus on China, oil, economy, jobs and security - as in let's make a plan and do it - let's hunker down and find that one single little tiny teeny shred of commonality that we all possess - all million colors of us - we ALL possess it - and that is personal freedom. Isn't that what sets us apart - to be able to be pro-choice or not, to worship God or the Goddess, to live and breathe alongside each other no matter what the differences we may have? Isn't that what freedom is all about? Isn't that what our forefathers imagined - at the cost of many many indigenous peoples - who sacrificed their land and their lives to us so that we could live freely??? If not, what is the whole point - to cower under people in faraway lands who hate me just because I am American? When did being American become a bad and evil thing? I am proudly American, proudly Spiritual, proudly tax-paying and charitable to those who need it, seeking to become a part of the solution...and not to add to the problem. If I can encourage one person to think like this...and they can encourage 1 more person...and on and on and on...I live and let live. I respect all and any. I judge no one. I protect self and family and harm no one. No one - not even those who hate.

Seriously?

OK - I was a good little sheep and mailed back my census form on time. Now I am being contacted by them - my first thought - scam...and I deleted the message.

Anyway - today I decide to investigate - at any rate - there does appear to be a "survey" which asks for very personal information, being conducted.

They advise to call a number to verify if I am in a "survey".

Are they kidding? It's bad enough that I am monitored everytime I use the internet or a credit card, but do they think that I am actually going to physically and willingly volunteer this info??


Please.....I don't care if it IS legitimate - I am not going to participate.

If the government really really really needs to know how much I make and what I spend it on - then do the research and find out on your own.

I will be double-damned if I will allow anyone from the government to know anything about me by actually telling them!!!!!

I'm done with government. They are in my pockets, they try to get into my private bedroom, and now they want to get inside my head.

Piss off!

Bling, Bling!

A gorgeous African-American lady came into our office this morning - and she was so gracious and so beautifully accessorized that I could not help but comment and she gave me one of her brochures.

I was so impressed by her that I wanted to pass this on - here is her website, it shows a few examples of what is available----->

www.uhhweeaccessories.com

She is available for parties and events and there are also wholesale opportunities.

Let's support our local entrepreneurs!

Cedar Light Grove Fundraiser

This message is from the Senior Druid, Crystal, from the Grove at Cedar Light Center on Edna Avenue in Baltimore, MD----->>>

Greetings all,

We have successfully launched our 50/50 raffle to support CedarLight
Grove, ADF. We've already started selling tickets, so if you would like
to participate, please stop by to purchase or visit our website:
http://www.cedarlightgrove.org/cedarlight-grove-holds-a-3-month-long-5050-raffle
to purchase via paypal. We will be sending fliers out to local shops
and such as well with more information.

Winner will receive half of the earnings from this raffle. If we raise
$1000, you will get $500, and so on. Please consider buying a ticket or
three and take a chance at support CedarLight as well as winning a nice
nest egg for yourself!

--
Donadagohvi,

Crystal Groves
Senior Druid of CedarLight Grove, ADF
Registrar for the Naturalists Guild, ADF
Web Helper forhttp://www.adf.org
http://www.cedarlightgrove.org

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