Tuck U Inn at Glick Mansion Bed & Breakfast

January 2012

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Boy do I feel deliquent--it's been way too long since a blog. FB just seems a little simpler, but here I am.

My son, Jonathan, AKA JW, was here this weekend and prepared a tapas feast. This was fun but sure wish more folks were here to enjoy it.

June 25, 2011

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2011-02-04T07:52:00.000-06:00

Business is slow so it is our time to do spring cleaning. Getting alot done--ceiling fans, baseboards, shower curtains, etc. Put the miniblinds in the bathtub yesterday and scrubbed them. That is a real chore, but I feel alot better when they are done. Now, if I will just remember to dust them REGULARLY, that's the trick. My handheld Swiffer makes that job easy.

Anybody out there have any good cleaning tips? I'll tell you my secret weapon and one of my favorite tools. It is a denture brush. It comes in so handy when there is a tight or small place to dust or scrub. If you have one of those fancy crystal cut table lamps or the like it is perfect for brushing the dust out of all those crevices.

I discovered another item that I've put to use this year, especially this winter when there are smaller laundry loads. It is water saving, time saving, washer saving--the Shout Color Catcher. These are little sheets you put in with your wash. They enable you to put several small loads together...lights with darks, as this sheet catches the loose dyes and dirt released during the wash. See the proof on the sheet. I bought my parents (senior, senior citizens) a box as they usually have multiple tiny loads.

Ok, send me your cleaning tips--new tricks to try makes it more fun! Chris

EVER SEEN ONE OF THESE?

2011-01-28T19:00:00.000-06:00

This is Loman's new find...it is an ice cream mold. I've never heard of one. Made of pewter, it is about the size of a deck of cards. He found this at Kat & Co. in St. Joe last weekend. Yet to try it out.

IN THE VALENTINE MOOD

2011-01-24T15:21:00.000-06:00

I know it is a little early, but I just can't help it. My girlfriend (since grade school) and I got together (as best of friends must do) for a few days and labored over these cookies. These took alot of time and patience but the results were worth it. Actual postcard size with a vintage victorian look, these cookies are a yummy almond flavor. AND totally edible!!! Ah, the joys of sisterhood and making something together.

January 22, 2011

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Just received the fourth shipment of our pot belly mugs! Deneen Pottery makes these for us and we love the design and colors! These are wonderful pieces of pottery that keep your beverage warm especially on a day like today (18 degrees this morning)!

Our guests this morning are enjoying an 8:30 breakfast of cinnamon apple cranberries, steel-cut oats and cinnamon rolls, along with eggs, bacon and asparagus in the sunroom. It is surrounded with a blanket of snow, making this room doubly sunny!!

Flutterbys

2011-01-16T12:05:00.000-06:00

Yesterday we hosted a group of young ladies that were learning about hospitality and preparing a room for a guest. These little gals were so attentive and interested in their lesson--made it a joy to have them here in the mansion. When their lesson was finished they gathered in the dining room for hot cocoa and lovely cupcakes.

Take a look at the picture of the cupcakes here that we served in October for a visiting group of ladies. Even prettier than you see here! These are actual pictures of butterflies that have been transformed into sparkly, totally edible versions.

Before and After

2010-09-20T19:03:00.001-05:00

Don't you just love "before" and "after" pictures. I do. So I made my own today. This was Tuck's living room mantle this morning....

BEFORE

AFTER

And this is Tuck's mantle about an hour later.
Fun to decorate and so much color! My sister gave me the wonderful mantle scarf!

Welcome Autumn

2010-09-19T17:19:00.000-05:00

After guests checked out today, I jumped in the car and headed out to the Crockett pumpkin farm. This is a wonderful place!!! All KINDS of pumpkins and many beautiful colors. The mums are about to burst open in gorgeous colors. Can't wait to decorate the mantle. Andrea has really reasonable prices and it is lovely out at this farm in the country.

Springtime at the B & B

2010-04-12T10:22:00.000-05:00

Finaaaalllllly spring is here. Every day I'm loving the warmth, flowers, and the porch swing. My Bleeding Heart (at right) is blooming. You all are invited back to enjoy the porches, this historic home and town. I cleaned and dusted the screened-in porch and we served breakfast out there this weekend. Wonderful weather and guests!

Thanks to Loman, I was able to get away for 2 hours to attend the Taste of Home Cooking School at Benedictine College on Saturday afternoon...what fun! I can't wait to try out the new breakfast casserole with maple sausage. When that smell goes up the staircase the guests know they are in for a treat!

TGIF

2010-03-05T07:14:00.000-06:00

Good, today guests will come! I've been a little lonesome. Yesterday the repairmen fixed the washer; that is a really good thing and of course just in time.
I'm so glad it is March. Later this month the tiny blue flowers will begin to bloom all over the front lawn; they are a wonderful promise that spring is on its way!
Wanted to tell you that March 19-20 is Spring Open House in Atchison. Businesses will roll out the red carpet for you! Get into the swing of spring with plenty of deals, contests, prizes and everything you need to get ready for spring and summer. Call 913-367-2427 or visit www.atchisonkansas.net for more details. Get some girlfriends together and come stay in Lizzy's Attic...it is really a great place for a PJ party!!! After a night on the town, enjoy the rest of the night at the GLICK -- friends, chic flicks, popcorn, CHOCOLATE. Gosh that would be fun for this Sunday night--have a Oscar Party in Lizzy's!

Renew, Refresh, Relax

2010-03-02T09:04:00.000-06:00

I had the distinct pleasure of staying at Scenic Valley Inn (in Manhattan, Ks) this past Sunday night after our web class about blogging and facebook. (That was a little overwhelming, but I must make an earnest effort to put this in practice). Diana is a wonderful hostess; we had much fun sharing innkeeper stories--the good, the bad and even the ugly of it sometimes. But we both agreed that we love our jobs!! I must remember to send her our favorite recipes today--spiced, twisted bacon, German Baked Eggs and Blueberry Blankets. Scenic Valley is a fabulous log cabin home with spacious rooms for guests--I would have to recommend it highly! Fellow innkeepers, I stayed with Diana and Paul on the Innkeeper Exchange Program. What a wonderful opportunity we have to recharge our batteries. It does Loman and I a world of good to get away to a sister (KBBA) inn. Once our cup is full it easily spills over to guests and family!

our video

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Welcome to Tuck U Inn

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I'm learning today how to start a blog and once this is done I'll be on my way to keeping you up to date with pictures, recipes, and the like.