Comments on: Preparing for a guest

By: Larry

Larry — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:41:10 +0000

I would comment that the third floor room leaves little to be desired, other than an elevator and perhaps a foot ottoman (spelling).

I would like very much to streach out in front of the window near the fridge with a ice cold pepsi a little table like the kind you can use to eat and watch TV with so that I could make notes while reading if I wanted too.

It is a snickers bar for me, I like them cold and of course hard, they seem to last longer that way.

Oh and good sharp cheese and crakers are a favorite of mine too.

I would like to spend quiet time with Michael, love his love of the trees and the plants, the time we have spent together, we enjoyed the many colors of green in God’s creation, or if this time of year the colors of fall

By: Tauni's Husband Curt

Tauni's Husband Curt — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:31:03 +0000

Julie,
The Room is beautiful, as are your sentiments, It is no wonder that Tauni has been acting like a Kid the day before Disneyland for the last couple of weeks. But I must protest, you are providing for her a room without wheels, and an space without Jet noise, sand, and no chores, I fear that she may learn that her life is , well shall we say less than normal here. Please send her home to me soon ’cause I Love her lots, and she completes me (I know not original but very true). You guys have your slumber party and read the Bible together. PS- She is hovering over my shoulder , and I actually like the attention, God Bless you and thank you for this respit for her, she is working very hard and she will apprectiate the time with you, and Jesus.

By: Dorothy Sooter

Dorothy Sooter — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 13:53:28 +0000

Dear Julie,

How blessed I feel to even think that Savannah and I could come and stay in that beautiful environment. I believe it was
8 years ago when Grandpa and I arrived on that horrific day on our way to Tenn. taking Savannah home. I believe that Savannah and I can figure out a time to make such a trip and planning it will be so much fun. Okay, Savannah, let us pray and make that dream come true. Love, Grandma Dorothy

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:06:05 +0000

Savannah, you are welcome to visit us anytime! When are you able to come?

By: Savannah

Savannah — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 02:01:41 +0000

I would have to agree with Jessica. My first thought, after reading your post, was that I would leave chocolates on pillows, and postcards and stamps. Such sweet and simple acts of love that mean so much!

Aunt Julie… have I mentioned that I really, really, really want to come and visit you? Cause it is all truth! I think that Grandma Dorothy and I should come and visit you. It would be so wonderful, and a great girls week! And then I could stay in that darling little room with crisp apples, warm and cozy blankets, reeses cups, and a spectacular view. *wishful sigh*

By: Tauni

Tauni — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:34:45 +0000

I did not see the photos before I posted my previous note. It looks so lovely and inviting. I am going to make sure Curt sees this so when we are chatting on the phone in the evening before bed he can picture me in that wonderful looking rocker! I will say tho, I am in agreement with Sue. I remember my last visit was long before you finished your previous home and I slept on the couch in the living room and was comfy and blessed. You do have the gift for making others feel welcome regardless of the sleeping accommodations!

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 21:50:10 +0000

You are one of the most encouraging people I know, Sue. Thank you for your kind words. I could say the exact things about you – anyone you call friend is blessed indeed!

By: Sue Raimo

Sue Raimo — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 21:39:51 +0000

This lovely space is a great gift to offer your guests. However, sleeping in a sleeping bag on your living room floor would be enough knowing I’d get to spend time sharing a cup of coffee and warm and caring conversation with you. You have a gift for making others feel welcome – guest room or no guest room.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:45:48 +0000

I’ve never seen your house in real life but I think I want it. If you do decide to relocate to Madeline Island (which I don’t think you should, we want you to stay here!), I want your house.

I always dream of having a house with enough bedrooms that I can always have a guest room. We used to and it seems to be filled with a two year old boy and his toys now. Some day I will always have one ready….we have guests often enough to warrant it.

In the meantime, even though they have to sleep on a hide-a-bed now, I try to pick out the quantity and thickness of pillows that I know various guests like and I try to make sure they never have to re-use a towel or washcloth….In the past, when we did have a guest room, I would sometimes put chocolates on the pillows or leave little treats that I know they liked on the bed, leaning on the pillows.

I have also left a basket with books and info about Duluth in the room, including postcards and postcard stamps.

Now that I have small children, sometimes I’m just happy to get the bed pulled out and made but these are things I’ve done in the past and hope to get back to doing.

I would like to come to your house for a sleepover too! =)

By: Tauni

Tauni — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:38:44 +0000

AAWWW!! Thank you so much for already preparing my heart to be there! I am so excited to be coming and am looking forward to all that God has planned for us!