Bed and Breakfast Startup » start a bed and breakfast http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info Helping You Make Your Home Profitable Mon, 03 May 2010 12:21:44 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Is this a good story? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/is-this-a-good-story http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/is-this-a-good-story#comments Mon, 22 Mar 2010 04:17:18 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/is-this-a-good-story Today is just another day filled with sorrow at the struggles orphanage. I don’t get why my parents sent me here when i was just a newborn baby. I know they’re out there somewhere and I know they love me and always have. But at least I have my diary, the only thing I have left from REAL home. But when I think about it, living with people who love you and care for you, it just seems like a ridiculous fairytale. I lay down in a bed labeled, ”Child 107.Sofie.” My name is Sofia,not sofie! these people don’t bother caring! I clasp my hands together and pray. Then before you know it, I drift off to sleep.

"WAKE UP 107!" snapped Hilga, the mean lady who works at the orphanage. "I’m up!" I say.I moan and rub my eyes.Then a shoot up out of my bed and go eat today’s breakfast: Slop Surprise. I pick at my green goo and slowly eat it, one chunk at a time. Once I finally finish, I go into the room full of labeled beds and write in my diary.
Dear diary, My mom and dad regret sending me here. I know it… Love, sofia.
Then a decide that after curfew. I’m GOING TO FIND my real parents. Once it turned 7:00, I jumped through the window and walked MILES to the collage my Big Sister had always planned of going to, that I remember. And by then its morning.I ask the lady for Ami, and she says the gym. SO i walk to the gym and I ask the coach for Ami.
”Hey ami!” "Do i know you? "its me sofia!" Tears roll in her eyes. "OH GOD!!! HAVE YOU SEEN MOM YET!?" "No. Thats why I’m here." So she takes me to a huge house. She knocks on the door. "Ami, who is this?" a lady asks. "mom, this is Sofia." "oh my gosh!" she hugs me and starts to cry. I finally felt safe and sound. at home.

It seemed so right.

DO YOU LIKE IT!?
DUUUUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i WOULD HAVE SPACED RIGHT BUT YAHOO DIDNT HAVE ENOUGH SPACE

As a first draft, It’s really good. Forget what they say about it being terrible. Some rules you need to remember are:
1.) Each time a new speaker has something to say, you skip a line. It helps the spacing.
and
2.) Things felt a bit rushed near the end. Try adding the mystery of figuring out where her sisters dorm is, or tell how Sophia got to the campus on her own.
Other than that, keep writing, and never give up! I know you can do it.

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/is-this-a-good-story/feed 6 Did everyone have a lovely mothers day? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/did-everyone-have-a-lovely-mothers-day http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/did-everyone-have-a-lovely-mothers-day#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2010 23:57:18 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/did-everyone-have-a-lovely-mothers-day I had breakfast in bed great start to the day – did no cleaning :) got a lovely card that kaila made & she included lots of piccys of the fam :) and i got some lovely jewellery and bath stuff what about everyone else hope you had a great day too?

Happy Mothers Day Ladies xx
Sorry to confuse American people…yes Its Mothers Day in UK .. you can look forward to it in May!

Yes i had a wonderful mothers day! im just recovering from a bad cold so i had a nice cup of tea brought up to me and some breakfast things. I got a pair of earings from my sons and some lipglosses from my daughters. they made me a huge card with pictures of them riding the horse, doing jobs, dressing up ect. we’ve just started a nice dinner as well so its been a good day.

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/did-everyone-have-a-lovely-mothers-day/feed 12 i passed out while giving a facial today? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/i-passed-out-while-giving-a-facial-today http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/i-passed-out-while-giving-a-facial-today#comments Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:02:18 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/i-passed-out-while-giving-a-facial-today today at cosmetology school we started learning facials and the only thing my instructor mentioned was ‘don’t lock your knees’ so i was like leaning side to side and stuff

so then it started getting really hot(it’s usually pretty hot in the classroom) and i took off my smock and then like a minute later i took off my cardigan and then it was so hot and i felt really weird so i stopped massaging her face and i held onto the bed/table and then next thing i know i hear a big crash and my head is like up against the window and i thought i was in my bed? and i realized i passed out and my instructor took me outside to get me some air and she said that usually happens with facials because the knees are locked?

has anyone had something like this happen and do you know why having your knees locked or anything like that would make me pass out? i’m a vegetarian and i eat somewhat healthy. and i ate breakfast this morning as well. also, whenever i’m shampooing someone and i’m reaching to the other side to rinse something out my knees are most likely locked and i get really hot and feel really exhausted but then i lean against the cabinet to get the other side because it helps me feel like i’m not exhausted or anything.
anyone have any tips on how to be more comfortable while shampooing? my back also hurts as well.

thank youu

I have heard of this happening before. This may sound funny, but try it BEFORE you laugh lol….try standing with your legs farther apart than usual, this will bring you closer to the client and it relieves the back pain. I know you think you will look funny and maybe you will if anyone is REALLY watching you but I always say looking a little funny is worth the extra cmfort in the end. After a while you will get used to doing this and won’t think anything of it. People usually stand with their feet at shoulder width apart, by moving each foot about 3 extra inches apart, you won’t believe the difference. At this angle its almost impossible to lock your knees too. Anyways, GOOD LUCK!

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/i-passed-out-while-giving-a-facial-today/feed 1 I’d like to start a Bed and Breakfast, what kind of things do I need to consider? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/id-like-to-start-a-bed-and-breakfast-what-kind-of-things-do-i-need-to-consider http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/id-like-to-start-a-bed-and-breakfast-what-kind-of-things-do-i-need-to-consider#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:01:19 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/id-like-to-start-a-bed-and-breakfast-what-kind-of-things-do-i-need-to-consider
First off, take classes in hotel management, running a B&B is a business venture from the get-go, and lacking financial savvy can ruin a business in no time. A B&B doesn’t start making profit till about five years after it first starts, there is advertising (not just ads, but word of mouth from satisfied customers), repeat business (again, are they telling their friends and family about you), staffing, insurance (lots of it, never know someone will sue for an injury or food poisoning), supplies (are you buying fresh and local, having items imported in from other states).

Make sure you have a clear idea of your goals, and the things you need to achieve these goals (see above). Now location – what’s the competition like in the area you’re looking; do you have a place in mind, but it needs renovation; how is your standing with credit, can you afford a place outright, or will you have to mortgage. Remember, all places, no matter how new or old need some sort of renovation. What will you offer the customer, just a place to sleep and eat a meal, or will you offer van service to tourist attractions? Will there be enough room for family reunions, company outtings, conferences?

Will you have any business partners? Are they in it for the long haul, or just a quick buck (which won’t happen), make sure you have contracts drawn up by a trusted lawyer that spells out everything.

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/id-like-to-start-a-bed-and-breakfast-what-kind-of-things-do-i-need-to-consider/feed 6 what are all the qualifications i need to own and run my own bed and breakfast? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/what-are-all-the-qualifications-i-need-to-own-and-run-my-own-bed-and-breakfast http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/what-are-all-the-qualifications-i-need-to-own-and-run-my-own-bed-and-breakfast#comments Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:17:12 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/what-are-all-the-qualifications-i-need-to-own-and-run-my-own-bed-and-breakfast me and my sister are hoping to start a b&b soon and we need to know what qualifications we may need.
I’m going to take a bed and breakfast management class through pennfoster college. Do I need to take anything else like small business management or bookkeeping

I don’ think you need any qualifications but you do need basic business skills. You probably need some cooking skills and customer service skills as well.

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/what-are-all-the-qualifications-i-need-to-own-and-run-my-own-bed-and-breakfast/feed 2 Why are people so negative and pick things apart here? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/why-are-people-so-negative-and-pick-things-apart-here http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/why-are-people-so-negative-and-pick-things-apart-here#comments Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:02:10 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/why-are-people-so-negative-and-pick-things-apart-here Like spelling and questions that are not asked in detail. They just assume you are a bad person. For instance I asked for a cheap gift idea for my girlfriend last week. Not a Valentines day gift. Just something random. A ton of people jumped all over me like I was Cheap. WRONG!!!! Valentines day started with breakfast in bed with a rose. A warm towel to dry off with. A kiss and a little not to send her off. At the office she recieved a dozen roses a teddy bear and a gift certificate to her favorite salon. For dinner we will go to her favorite restaurant. dinner will cost close to $200. There I will give her the Diamond earrings I bought for her $600. Am I cheap? Stop assuming negative and answer the freaking questions. I just wanted a cute little thing to let her know I was thinking of her and loved her. Is that so bad?

the people that are miserable and crabby are this way because they are lonely. your girlfriend sounds really lucky to have a wonderful boyfriend like you. happy valentines day

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/why-are-people-so-negative-and-pick-things-apart-here/feed 10 How do you start, and end the day? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/how-do-you-start-and-end-the-day http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/how-do-you-start-and-end-the-day#comments Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:58:09 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/how-do-you-start-and-end-the-day Is there something you do daily?

Me:
Start – I eat breakfast, and go for a jog.
End – I always exercise before bed.

start – I pray, and say "Lord I give this day to you."
End – I pray, and say "Lord, thank you for this day you have given me"

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/how-do-you-start-and-end-the-day/feed 9 Which website i should choose to promote my bed & breakfast in the world? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/which-website-i-should-choose-to-promote-my-bed-breakfast-in-the-world http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/which-website-i-should-choose-to-promote-my-bed-breakfast-in-the-world#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:33:12 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/which-website-i-should-choose-to-promote-my-bed-breakfast-in-the-world I have a bed & breakfast in Naples (Italy), and most of my clients arrive from Italy. I’d like to know if there are free portals or sites where i can add my b&b references to get in touch with foreign people, as this was the main reason i’ve tried to start my activity.
Do you know any good site to refer or can you give me any advice?
Thanks to everyone!

Hi there

I work for a new website called bedandbreakfastworld.com. Although our site was only created this year, we are part of a much larger company (Web Reservations International) which receives over 15000 bookings a day for properties in over 180 countries. We are now focusing specifically on B&Bs for the new site, and Italy is one of our most popular destinations. It’s free to list your property, so why not have a look round then drop us an email if you think you might be interested. http://www.bedandbreakfastworld.com/signup

Best of luck!
Eleanor Brown

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/which-website-i-should-choose-to-promote-my-bed-breakfast-in-the-world/feed 2 Ladies Breakfast in Bed Poll: Would you feel obligated to tip your server? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/ladies-breakfast-in-bed-poll-would-you-feel-obligated-to-tip-your-server http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/ladies-breakfast-in-bed-poll-would-you-feel-obligated-to-tip-your-server#comments Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:39:07 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/ladies-breakfast-in-bed-poll-would-you-feel-obligated-to-tip-your-server Your sound asleep. You start dreaming of bacon, eggs, toast, fried tomato’s, OJ and coffee just the way you like it. You wake up as it arrives, you smell the fresh rose he just removed from the neighbor flower garden (classy guy!).

Note: If your a vegetarian or take your meals through a tube, play along or say 2-points SLAM DUNK!

Do you tip the server?

BQ Poll: Brush teeth >or< o’natural morning breath before tip?

I hope I get more than just the tip

]]> http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/ladies-breakfast-in-bed-poll-would-you-feel-obligated-to-tip-your-server/feed 8 Are the standards fairly high for Bed/Breakfast generally; or would most folks like to rough it a bit? http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/are-the-standards-fairly-high-for-bedbreakfast-generally-or-would-most-folks-like-to-rough-it-a-bit http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/are-the-standards-fairly-high-for-bedbreakfast-generally-or-would-most-folks-like-to-rough-it-a-bit#comments Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:23:05 +0000 admin http://www.bedandbreakfaststartup.info/start-a-bed-and-breakfast/are-the-standards-fairly-high-for-bedbreakfast-generally-or-would-most-folks-like-to-rough-it-a-bit My Molly seems to have a few extra hours on her hands these days, now that the young’uns have moved out, so I was thinking about getting a B/B business started up.

The meat’s usually fresh, and I make a real good tonic out back that I’d throw in for free.

Do you think $20.00 a night is asking too much?

I think $20.00 a night for roughing it at your house would be a bargain and an adventure.

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