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Here I am in the lobby of hotel, ready for a fun-packed training day. Last night was relaxing. After a trip to the gym, and an 'included' beer at the manager's reception, I put together a low-impact meal in my room, then watched TV until bedtime.
Watching TV wasn't without adventure; the previous occupant had unplugged the TV, but I figure that part out; then discovered why. The TV was stuck ON and the remote and buttons on the unit wouldn't change a thing - not even power it off. I called the front desk, and within 30 minutes a new unit was delivered and installed. Excellent service. I also had the copious feather pillows replaced with something that wouldn't make me sneeze all night.
According to the training company, the 'featured hotel' (which is where I am now) has a shuttle service to the education center. Only it doesn't. After a discussion with the front desk, they've agreed to take us to the center 'this time'. I guess it'll be taxis all the way after that.
I had a pleasant breakfast, even though the Italian Mafia is still trying to kill me. The Italian (sounding) chef assured me he cooked with oil - no butte; I pointed out that he'd better be right, because I'd end up in the ER if he was wrong; and I opted for some eggs over easy. While they were cooking, an animated discussion between the chef and his assistant ensued - a tiny woman who disappeared out back and re-emerged lugging a 10 gallon container. They both consulted the label. "Sorry" said the chef - the oil included butter oil. The eggs were discarded, a can of PAM produced, and two new eggs made. Disaster averted.
Now on to my next adventure!
Watching TV wasn't without adventure; the previous occupant had unplugged the TV, but I figure that part out; then discovered why. The TV was stuck ON and the remote and buttons on the unit wouldn't change a thing - not even power it off. I called the front desk, and within 30 minutes a new unit was delivered and installed. Excellent service. I also had the copious feather pillows replaced with something that wouldn't make me sneeze all night.
According to the training company, the 'featured hotel' (which is where I am now) has a shuttle service to the education center. Only it doesn't. After a discussion with the front desk, they've agreed to take us to the center 'this time'. I guess it'll be taxis all the way after that.
I had a pleasant breakfast, even though the Italian Mafia is still trying to kill me. The Italian (sounding) chef assured me he cooked with oil - no butte; I pointed out that he'd better be right, because I'd end up in the ER if he was wrong; and I opted for some eggs over easy. While they were cooking, an animated discussion between the chef and his assistant ensued - a tiny woman who disappeared out back and re-emerged lugging a 10 gallon container. They both consulted the label. "Sorry" said the chef - the oil included butter oil. The eggs were discarded, a can of PAM produced, and two new eggs made. Disaster averted.
Now on to my next adventure!
