I'm the luckiest lady to have two caring souls here for the holidays - my youngest son and his lovely girlfriend. They've spoilt me from the day they arrived, taking care of meals, and helping with the BnB chores while my staff are away for Christmas and New Year.
Lily's Cottage has been a safe haven for holiday makers for almost ten years, the studio unit had a long booking by a business guest, and then stood empty.
During the holidays the cottage is popular and kept full with holiday makers. I had many last minute enquiries for the studio unit but do not accept two night bookings during peak season; it's not worth all the fuss with stripping/changeovers.
Surprises however happen all the time when running a BnB; good and bad ones!
Yes, it's not only guests who are scammed, hosts often fall prey to fraudsters.
A booking was canceled three nights ago. Seems the booker used a 'hot credit card' which was picked up by a large international online booking portal when it was time to process the card.
It actually worked in my favour and that of our current super nice guests who wanted to extend their stay.
I resigned myself to the studio being empty till January. December's been busy enough.
Then a frantic phone call came from long-standing guests asking for a week's booking in the studio unit. They were offered free accommodation by someone they know, but it turned into what they call a Horrorday. I may tell you their story which sounds like the perfect script for a sitcom, except it wasn't funny when it happened!
Super painting my sister-in-law painted for her little nephew as a Christmasgift.
To my friends who celebrate Christmas, I hope you've been able to spend the day with your nearest and dearest.
Some of us have lost loved ones, had to face major life changes, but we're learning that life can still bring much joy!
My advice is - cherish each moment, love one another, and do not let the small things tear you apart. Life is way too precious and too short to waste time on trivialities.
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Amen. Life's much too short to get caught up in trivialities and silly quarrels. I'm glad things at the Bnb worked out in your favor, my dear. Merry Christmas! 🎄💛
Thank you, dear @honeydue. It's weird how often it works out in our favour. My hubby always used to remind me that things will work out in the end, and they do 90% of the time.
I hope you had a lovely day my friend, always nice seeing you around <3
Merry Christmas Lizzie, always a story to tell as a BnB owner!
That is a brilliant painting indeed.
Yep, that's one thing I will miss, one gets to meet such nice and interesting people, unfortunately, a couple of nasties creep in now and then, but it's rare!
That painting is stunning, my sister-in-law needs to get back to her art, she's super talented!
I hope you had a very Merry Christmas dear Ed <3
@lizelle 🤗🤗 Happy Holidays and how wonderful it is to share the moment with your lovely family and kind guests. I wish you and your family all the best.
What happened to the guests 🤔 I'm looking forward to reading the story 😸
Thank you dear @cicisaja, it was a lovely day indeed🤗
I'll have to tell the guests' story soon, it was unbelievably horrific accommodation!
🤗🤗 sometimes I wonder what charms you have @lizelle🌹 you make me happy and curious anytime I read yours.
Very well said, Merry Christmas to you and your family, enjoy the time with the kids.
Thank you @sanjeevm, it was a very special time with the kids and extended family.
I think we only realize the secret of not wasting time on trivial matters, as we get older and realize life and time is very precious indeed!
You deserve to spend Christmas and New Year's Eve with your loved ones. My mother says that when things happen they are convenient. You will let us know, the photo is beautiful, a nice gift no doubt. I take this opportunity to wish you a prosperous year 2025. I appreciate you, a hug.🥰🎄🎁❤️
Belated Merry Christmas wishes for you as well dear @mamani, I hope you had a good day as well. Tons of blessings to you and your family for the year to come. A big hug back to you as well💖
Oh yeah, I agree with @tengolotodo as that is a brilliant painting Lady Lizzie.
Live has many curveballs, but we oldies are survivors. Glad that your son and his girlfriend is there to help you, and I know that you will make them some great meals.
All of the very best for 2025.
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My sister-in-law needs to get back to her art, she is super talented. The little boy was so excited about his painting!
Yep, we are survivors indeed dear Zac, just this neck and shoulder problem to overcome now!
I hope you are having a peaceful Christmas period. Wishing both of you many blessings for 2025 <3
Ah, your sister in law is very talented, and the boy's heart must have skipped a beat when he saw it.
Take care of yourself Lady Lizzie, and I hope that the problem will soon be resolved.
Marian had to mark student exams, and it tied us down, but we are used to it and we manage to nip out for short periods every day. Mainly for me to take photos. !LOL
All blessings also to you and yours for 2025. May our Lord's hand be with you.
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Merry Christmas dear @lizelle, how happy we are when our children are with us, right? I can feel your happiness.
Cherish each moment and don't let trivialities spoil the jow - that's great advice. May all your days be full of this light you have! 🤗
I hope you had a lovely Christmas as well dear @mipiano It's a real treat having the kids here!
Thank you so much for your wonderful wishes. Tons of blessings for you and your family as well <3
Yes, it was a very nice Christmas. And it still is 😇
Painting absolutely gorgeous, full of expression in faces.
Very happy to hear you are being so well looked after.
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I've been truly blessed, thank you Joan!
Hoping that you're on the mend after your tumble❤️
Still busy in between trying to relax and mend, such unforeseen accidents happen in the blink of an eye. 🙃
Merry Christmas my lady.
Thank you @galberto, hope you had a good day as well!
Thanks I am Happy.
Happy Christmas dear one xx
Thank you @riverflows, I hope you had a lovely day as well. Although it was one of those firsts without your beloved Dad xxx
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It's so nice that your son and his girl are with you spoiling you these days, Lizzie.
It's so true, life is too short to waste time worrying about trivialities that have no meaning.
I'm glad your B&B bookings were sorted in the best way at the end :)
My best wishes to you for the coming year!
Happy Holidays!! Much love 😘
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