The OUALville Inn: Put your feet up and stay awhile

[gulp!]

Howdy, OUALville! :hithere

Looks like we need some beds in this town. :) Somewhere to sleep off the booze that flows so freely around here. Perhaps a place to snooze while waiting for a spell or curse to wear off? Come on in, put your feet up, and stay awhile!

We have 13 rooms in this cozy inn. Rates are negotiable, and charged by the week, night, or by the hour, for some of the "working women" around these here parts...

[sheila]

Oh good, I'll have a place to stay while I'm visiting! Thanks, Stef.

[gulp!]

Did I mention we're located right next to the bar? So you can stumble on over and right into bed. :awink:

Our rates:
$666/week
$66.60 per night
$6.60 per hour!

[sheila]

:lol2: Nice price plan.

[Ana975]

I have a hot date saturday night! Can I book a room? I would love mirrors on the ceiling. Do you have a room like that? Hot tub would be nice too!

[gulp!]

Absolutely, Ana. :nod: That's our most popular room! :lol2: I've got you down for Saturday night. You can decide later how many hours you need it for- if the date's going well, you can just keep it the whole night. :awink:

p.s. all our beds come with satin sheets.

[Sandy]

Do you have room darkening shades?

[gulp!]

Absolutely, Sandy. Madam Gulp has spared no expense!

[Ana975]

Why would you need those Sandy? Not an exhibitionist?

[Sandy]

Well, I may be, depending on how good of a time I have at the Bar and Grill! But once that buzz wears off, I can't sleep unless the room is dark!!!

[Bridget]

Stef I have some distant relatives coming into next week from eastern Europe. Do you have a couple of rooms I can reserve? They really like their privacy.

[Sandy]

Do you offer room service? If so, what is on the menu?

[gulp!]

Stef I have some distant relatives coming into next week from eastern Europe. Do you have a couple of rooms I can reserve? They really like their privacy.

We have two special rooms located in the basement that would probably serve their needs. The walls are made of cement, so they are sound-proof. Let me know if I should reserve them for you.

[gulp!]

Do you offer room service? If so, what is on the menu?

Well, I'm short staffed right now (if we had a newspaper, I'd post a help wanted ad), so the cooking is done by me and thus the menu is a bit limited. I always have a tray of deviled eggs on hand, and an Inn wouldn't be an Inn without some devil's food cake, right?

[Bridget]

We have two special rooms located in the basement that would probably serve their needs. The walls are made of cement, so they are sound-proof. Let me know if I should reserve them for you.

OH YES PERFECT! They'll be so happy. They will not require toiletries or extra bedding; they prefer to bring their own. Also, are dogs allowed?

[gulp!]

yes, dogs are welcome. However, we request that if owners leave their dogs at the Inn while they're out, that they be chained at all times.

[gulp!]

Here's a pic of my lovely little Inn.

http://www.innonmain.com/images/logo1.jpg

You see those top windows, though, in the attic? For the last few nights, there's been a draft upstairs, and I've found those windows wide open. I've asked the guests that occupy those rooms, but they just stare right through me, like they have no idea what I'm talking about. So strange...

[Bridget]

Great. I think these dogs will be chained at all times anyway, because they're special dogs or something. You'll know them when you see them. They have two and they're both very black with long shaggy fur.

[gulp!]

O.k. good. I'll go see if I need to replace the chains in the basement or not. Maybe I'll go pick up a couple of studded dog collars from Bats N Rats as a little "welcome to OUALville" gift for your relatives.

Where in Eastern Europe did you say they were from? What are they hoping to see while they're in town?

[Brandi Jo]

Those sound a bit like my hounds, Brydyt. Fierce beasts, but they serve their purpose well.

[Brandi Jo]

I've also heard around town that you know someone who offers child care services? Is this true?

[gulp!]

I just mentioned to Stacey over in her shop, that I did at one time have a babysitter, but I had to let her go b/c she started flaking on me and I think she was doing drugs. (I heard that really pale skin is a dead giveaway!)

If we ever get a local newspaper or a Craiglist, I'll place an ad for a replacement. As of right now, I'm having to send kids to the old lady in the woods with candy on her house, which stinks because I lose the revenue.

[Brandi Jo]

I've used her before, but my kids kept complaining that her house was almost as hot as an oven.

[Sandy]

Do you have a sign in book for guests? I am interested in whose those guests are that are staying in those top two rooms. I wouldn't mind talking to them to make sure they are aware of our vampire problem...

[gulp!]

You know, I looked at that, and they wrote down "Empress of Night" and "Emperor of the Ghastly", so either they are totally pulling my leg, or they are royalty and I'd be afraid of offending them by me asking their real names.

They paid in gold coins, so I can't check the name on their Mastercard.

[Sandy]

Do you know if they were friends of anyone in town?

[gulp!]

Not sure, Sandy. I think they've been meeting some friends over at the bar, but I generally don't see them b/c they like to sleep in late. :dunno:

[Sandy]

Well then! That provides me the perfect excuse to spend a little time at the bar!!!!

[Stacey]

Again, I'm sorry about the sitter situation.

Remember to tell your customers about the special for the scrap retreat you're hosting there. :) I'm so excited about it.

[gulp!]

Thanks for the reminder, Stacey!

Yes, folks, October is scrap retreat month! We're holding scrap retreat weekends at our Inn, where busy moms can come for 48 hours of kid-free craft time! Stacey over at Stacey's Scraps has kindly agreed to offer discounts to folks attending a retreat, so be sure to stock up at her store, and then head over here to scrap away! Red wine and stinky cheese will be served, compliments of the Inn. :)

For pricing, please contact me privately- we'll negotiate a deal based on the number of people in your party, as well as the hours you need me to keep a room open.

[Bridget]

Those sound a bit like my hounds, Brydyt. Fierce beasts, but they serve their purpose well.

Really? Are you hounds old? It seems like my family has had these dogs forever. Do your dogs ever attack or are they trained well?

[Brandi Jo]

Oh yes, the hounds have been in my family's possession for years and years. They are very well trained and only will attack if someone disturbs them. They are very protective of their domain.

[Bev]

Do the dogs look like this? I know the trick to calm them down, and I'm sure Sandy would be able to help out too.

http://www.sonypictures.com/imageworks/films/harrypotter/gallery/assets/photo1.jpg

[Nichole]

Hello there! I've been thinking of doing a little catering on the side and was wondering if you'd be interested in some of my pastries and baked goods for your inn? Do you do a full breakfast here, or just a light Continental style?

[gulp!]

absolutely, Nichole! I just asked Lena to take over coffee service since she's a few doors down and these guests like their java piping hot, but a morning delivery of pastries would be perfect. I'm tired of baking blood orange muffins. :awink:

[Nichole]

Ok, great! :aok: I'm actually hoping that Lena may be carrying some of my baked goods as well. :)

Ooh, blood orange muffins sounds to die for! :awink: You must share your recipe! I can sell them and credit you.

[Kara]

How about maid service?

[gulp!]

Yes, we offer maid service, though we are environmentally friendly and encourage our guests to reuse their towels more than just once.

We also offer turn down service in the evenings upon request.

[Sandy]

I see you have rented out your basement rooms to Brydyt's friends. As for your other rooms, what type of beds do you have? Will you permit people to bring in their own if they have custom type of sleep accomodations made?

Also, what is your cleanliness track record? Anyone ever complain about finding dirt in your rooms?

[Lyoshka]

Stef, I prepared some coffees for your guests for tomorrow am. I have Columbian, French Roast, Decaf, Hazelnut, and Regular Coffee. All kinds of creamers and whipped cream all ready to go. I would just need to know how much you need brewed, and what time you want it delivered. We are good to go.!

[bunybomb]

I received a tip that strange things might be going on in the Inn! I'll be lurking, looking for clues.


Signed ~ Chief Rebecca Fire :cop:

[gulp!]

I see you have rented out your basement rooms to Brydyt's friends. As for your other rooms, what type of beds do you have? Will you permit people to bring in their own if they have custom type of sleep accomodations made?

Also, what is your cleanliness track record? Anyone ever complain about finding dirt in your rooms?

Well, I like to keep a tidy establishment, but occasionally I do find some dirt that gets tracked in. Guests aren't always the neatest people. :shuffle:

[gulp!]

Stef, I prepared some coffees for your guests for tomorrow am. I have Columbian, French Roast, Decaf, Hazelnut, and Regular Coffee. All kinds of creamers and whipped cream all ready to go. I would just need to know how much you need brewed, and what time you want it delivered. We are good to go.!

Great, thanks Lena! I have 13 rooms, and generally I'm able to fill them all, so 13 coffee cups and a pot of Decaf, Hazelnut, and Columbian should do it. :)

[gulp!]

I received a tip that strange things might be going on in the Inn! I'll be lurking, looking for clues.


Signed ~ Chief Rebecca Fire :cop:

You're in the right town, chief. Strange things go on all over OUALville! Don't tell my guests (bad for business), but this place always has noises at odd hours and things that go bump in the night... :blush:

[Silke]

Hmmmm...bloody orange muffins. My fav.

[Lyoshka]

Great, thanks Lena! I have 13 rooms, and generally I'm able to fill them all, so 13 coffee cups and a pot of Decaf, Hazelnut, and Columbian should do it. :)
I will make sure to send enough coffee to last you through 11 am, along with some orange muffins and cranberry/cherry squares, compliments of The Mansion.

[MrsPeacefrog]

Stef, I was walking home from the bar last night and saw a dark figure staring into room 13!!!! who was in there? is everything ok?

[mama]

Sorry I "dissapeared" for a moment on our way here. Is it everything O.K.?

[MrsPeacefrog]

Stef is sleeping, I have left a message for her on her notice board. I am hoping she see's it before anything goes wrong.

I am going to need your services Stef. My husband is on nightshift all week. I am of course at the bar at all hours of the night, and I am hoping my kids can stay here while I am working. I would like the room that has the connecting door between the Inn and the bar so I can frequently check on them. I am heading over the Madam Brydgyts to get a potion to cast a spell on the room so that only those who are asked in can enter! Thanks for all your help Stef!

[gulp!]

Everything seems fine, here. The damn windows in the attic were open again, but the Inn was otherwise undisturbed. :dunno:

Deb- you mean this room, right? You and your husband are frequent visitors to this room. :brow:
http://www.magnoliamansion.com/images/a_vamp_room1.jpg

That room is available this week. :nod:

[MrsPeacefrog]

SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Stef, it's a secret! well, not anymore :brow:

YEP perfect, I will feel safer knowing my kids are there while I serve my patrons!

[Sandy]

Good Morning!!!

I am throwing a PAWS event at the park tomorrow, but in the event of incliment weather, I wanted to see about reserving a conference room as an alternative. What type of conference rooms do you have available? Specifically, do you have rooms with windows as well as without?

[gulp!]

Well, Sandy, there are no conference rooms inside the Inn, but we do have a building out back that would probably serve your needs. My late cousin Bruno built it for me just before he disappeared. So like that Bruno- he floats in and out of my life. :rolleyes:

http://static.flickr.com/18/69874693_88674ae143_m.jpg

[Sandy]

Well, that certainly is formidable looking. What is the square footage? Would you have any objections to animals being brought in?

Late Cousin Bruno - is he dead? Or undead? What do you mean he keeps floating in and out of your life? Plus, did he build that for you, or for himself? Why would he put his first name on it if it was for him???

[gulp!]

It's about 666 sq. ft., Sandy. I'm an animal lover, so I have no objections to you using it. Please make sure, however, that the dogs are curbed outside the building.

Bruno is a drifter, and he's very proud of his work. He puts his name on everything he builds. :)

[Ana975]

Stef, thanks for the room on such short notice. It was absolutely perfect. A night to remember ;)

[Nichole]

Good morning, Stef! I've got your pastries for the morning! I've got cream cheese and blueberry scones, pumpkin muffins, and croissants. I hope that's enough for all of your guests. Let me know if I need to adjust your order. :)

[gulp!]

Sounds yummy, Nichole! That should be more than enough, and goes perfectly with Lena's coffee. I hope everything doesn't get cold, though- everyone is still sleeping. Except Ana, who must have left before I got up this morning. :dunno:

[Ana975]

Stef, I hope you found the money okay. I wanted to be up before anyone else. Didn't really want any rumors getting started. You know how this town is :rolleyes:

[Sandy]

According to reports, looks like the weather is going to hold up ok tomorrow. So, our function will likely go forward in the park. Will you be attending?

[mama]

Well, Sandy, there are no conference rooms inside the Inn, but we do have a building out back that would probably serve your needs. My late cousin Bruno built it for me just before he disappeared. So like that Bruno- he floats in and out of my life. :rolleyes:

http://static.flickr.com/18/69874693_88674ae143_m.jpg

I don't think Bruno would mind animals in the building. I dated him recently and he was an animal, roarr!. Where is he now? We broke up and he has dissapeared

[Melissa]

Stef, do you have a few extra rooms for Thursday night? I have some bands coming in for our FREE concert on Thursday in the square. I think I'll need a whole floor, they'll need privacy.

[Michal]

I have some family coming in to town tomorrow, can I book two rooms for tomorrow night? They will be needing some room darkening shades.

[gulp!]

How many rooms are we talking, Melissa? I have some cozy cots I can add to a room if you need to squeeze in a few more per room.

[gulp!]

I have some family coming in to town tomorrow, can I book two rooms for tomorrow night? They will be needing some room darkening shades.

Tomorrow night I should be o.k. I have two rooms that look like this:
http://www.1000inns.com/usa/louisiana/magnolia/magnolia10.jpg

http://www.creolegardens.com/images/ROOM13~~2~29~04.JPG

The first one was taken by some guests I had last summer- you can see them standing in the picture. :)

[Sandy]

Did you say that it is possible to rent rooms by the hour? I have a special guest coming in tomorrow briefly, and he may want a place to rest for a while before heading back out.

[gulp!]

sure can, Sandy. $6.66 per hour. :)

[Lyoshka]

Stef, just wanted to make sure the coffee went over well this morning. I'm sorry I wasn't able to touch base with you personally, had some financial commitments that came up at the last minute. I left coffee and the biscuits with your inn-keeper at 7 am.

Let me know what you need for tomorrow!

[Brandi Jo]

I'll be needing a room tonight. Possibly something with out the "Jesus" motif you've posted previously. Too many religious artifacts make it difficult for me to rest.

[emzkee]

Stef--I need to block out some rooms for the family of one of our patients. We had originally thought she came in with a vampire bite, but turned out to be a dog bite. From Wed-Sat, as we have her surgery scheduled Wednesday afternoon. Just need to find a doctor to perform it...

[gulp!]

Wow, it's looking like we'll have a full house tomorrow through the weekend! I'm sure we can accommodate your patient's family, emzkee (what's your real name? I need it for the sign in paperwork.) But I should probably hang out the "No Vacancy" sign. Not much left but some space in the cryp-uh, I mean, Bruno's building out back!

[gulp!]

Brandi, this one should work for you, I'd think:

http://www.marbleslawn.com/castlebedrm.jpg

[emzkee]

Stef---Just put it under my name, I can bill them later. "Emma"

[gulp!]

Stef---Just put it under my name, I can bill them later. "Emma"

Hey, nice name! :awink:

[Brandi Jo]

Yes, that will do quite nicely. I adore the motif. Nothing like axes hanging over your bed to let you rest in peace.

[Michal]

Tomorrow night I should be o.k. I have two rooms that look like this:
http://www.1000inns.com/usa/louisiana/magnolia/magnolia10.jpg

http://www.creolegardens.com/images/ROOM13~~2~29~04.JPG


The first one was taken by some guests I had last summer- you can see them standing in the picture. :)

What a coincidence! that is my Aunt and uncle in the picture, they will be the ones coming tomorrow with my cousins, Pugsley and Wednesday, so those rooms will be perfect.

[mama]

Stef--I need to block out some rooms for the family of one of our patients. We had originally thought she came in with a vampire bite, but turned out to be a dog bite. From Wed-Sat, as we have her surgery scheduled Wednesday afternoon. Just need to find a doctor to perform it...

Are you sure it wasn't a bite from my muffin? Please, check with them cause I really miss him

[Sandy]

I will take the hourly room for a two hour block please from 3-5pm. It will be for my good friend visiting from Germany. He is set to be a special guest at the PAWS event tomorrow.

[Melissa]

Stef, I think 5 rooms should do it! I have a feeling some of them may go home with some townsfolk.

[Melissa]

Can I hang a concert poster in here?

[gulp!]

5 rooms I can swing. :) Sure thing, you can hang a poster. :nod:

[Melissa]

Thanks!
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y178/captain_hug99/concertposter2.jpg

[TtownAnne]

Ah good, I'm here! I have recently arrived from the South Pacific to help Stef in her "hostess with the mostess" needs. I'll be cooking, some front desk help, and I'm going to see if I can nail the attic windows closed....

[gulp!]

You're going to be a great addition, um, Kate. :) My cousin Bruno was helping me before, but he got in a fight with mama and disappeared. He usually shows back up by now....

[MrsPeacefrog]

I need to apologise for the kids making so much noise, I think the Rollins Band got them all hyper. I will try and keep them calm for the rest of the night!

Anne: THANKFULLY you are here, those attic windows have been worrying me, and my children really need to be protected at all cost! Come by the bar for a drink when you finish your shift!

[gulp!]

It's alright, Deb. Nobody could hear them b/c of the noise of the concert. :awink: I put an order in for extra deadbolts at Bev's store, so they'll be safe with us! I might pick up a couple of guard dogs at Sandy's event, just to be safe. Hopefully they'll get along with the dogs that Brydgyt's relatives are bringing next week.

[TtownAnne]

Well, if Bruno shows up, maybe we can put him to work in the garden - is that what the crates of dirt were delivered for this morning?

[Lyoshka]

Steph, i apologize for a bit of a delay this morning.. Here is all the coffee you ordered for your guests (i just went with the same order from yesterday since i didn't hear from you, is that ok?). Also, I'm including some donuts and some prailine squares this morning.

Have you heard the awful news about Hilary?

[gulp!]

Anne, yes, we have all those "bulbs" to bury, right? I love the smell of fresh dirt. :)

Lena, that's fine, thanks. As I think I mentioned before, my guests tend to be late sleepers, so it's no problem. I just heard about poor Hilary! She was such a good cop, too. I need to go down to Jessica's place to get all the gossip.

[Sandy]

Since you are looking into guard dogs, my guest Adolf is the man to talk to!!!!

[mama]

Well, if Bruno shows up, maybe we can put him to work in the garden - is that what the crates of dirt were delivered for this morning?

You stay away from Bruno!

[Lyoshka]

Poor Begona...i hear some scouling and whining in the back, let me go check it out, I put some more meat out for Muffin..

[TtownAnne]

Boss, is there an exterminator in town? I keep finding swarms of flies on the windows.... HATE bugs! :errr:

[gulp!]

Funny you should mention that Anne- I just ordered a venus fly trap for the front lobby!

It's been really quiet around here today. My guests must either be rockin' out at the concert, or sleeping last night's activities off. I was at the concert for a bit, but Anne and I are trading places on keeping a lid on this place.

[Sandy]

Just wanted to pop in and say that we...I mean Adolf really appreciated the room yesterday. It was just what the doctor ordered for a little mid day refresher. Did you decide to order any of the german attack dogs to protect your place?

[Darcy]

Got a room available for tomorrow? I could really use a nice solid night's rest. All these killings have me on edge. :errr:

[TtownAnne]

You're in, Darcy - an extra-cushy bed for a solid night's rest. Let us know if there's anything else you need!

[Sandy]

I am sure you will get a good rest here, Darcy. I heard their rooms make people sleep like the dead.

Stef, I am delivering your dogs. Will keep you posted on training sessions. In the mean time, I would keep them by your side and/or a close eye on them...

[TtownAnne]

That's right - we're working on new advertising for the inn, something about "sleep the sleep of the dead...." or "comfy like a coffin" or something like that.

[Lyoshka]

And if you are interested, for your newly redesigned rooms, The Home Spendings Store has wonderful pillows from our new "Rest In Peace" collection. If you are interested, stop by and I can show you what we got.

[Sandy]

Man! Stef!!! I bet you feel freaked out today, after learning that Stacey and Nichole were on their way to see you when they got kilt!!!! Glad you are still safe!!!

[Stacey]

Dude. We're freaking dead. Can you believe it?

[TtownAnne]

Nichole and Stacey, we have roped off the rooms we had reserved for you with black ribbon and RIP signs. We're so sorry that you were forced to miss this reservation. :)

[gulp!]

Anne, thanks for taking care of things this morning. I've been so devestated by the loss of Nichole and Stacey, that I've been holed up in my room, unable to get out of bed. :( At least I know that you guys were having a ball up until the end!

[Stacey]

aww, stef. :( we can still hang out. we're a little pale these days, but i was so fair to begin with that i'm not sure you'll notice much of a difference. you'll definitely notice a difference in california girl's complexion though. :nod:

[gulp!]

Well, hey, Stacey, now we're the same color. :lol:

[Nichole]

Nah, I'm pale for CA chick. I'm a sun wimp now. :lol: We can hang in your office. I'll bring the calorie-dense goodies. :biggrin:

[Stacey]

Woo hoo! Nichole, bring cheesecake please... and pumpkin pie... and ice cream. See ya there.

[Stacey]

okay, seriously, now I want ice cream.

[Nichole]

And I want cheesecake. :lol: Ooh, how about pumpkin cheesecake? :lick:

[Stacey]

Hells yeah.

[gulp!]

Ick. I hate cheesecake. But I did make an apple crisp last night, so I can offer that up. :)

Anne, you on duty tonight? Shall we save you a slice?

[TtownAnne]

I hate cheesecake too. No wonder we're in business together! :dude: Apple crisp all around - I'll get the dishes. :)

[Melissa]

RIP Stef!!!!!

[Bev]

Sorry to hear of your untimely demise, Stef. :rip: The good news is you can eat and drink all you like with no caloric consequences! :)

[Lyoshka]

Sorry you got died, Stef! Come hang out with us dead ones at the StarDust coffee shop where we eat pastries and drink coffee (and stronger spirits) all day....

[Nichole]

Sorry to hear about the dead thing you've got going on, Stef. :awink: The nice thing is that you don't have to be afraid of anything anymore. Too much booze and eating is at the top of the list. :giggle:

[Stacey]

Stef, now you're going to come drink and gorge yourself with us, right? :dude:

[Nichole]

You bettah! :toast:

[gulp!]

Sorry for taking so long to get on here- I haven't had much computer time today because, well, I'm feeling a little drained after last night. :giggle:

Can't wait to eat and drink with abandon! Let's have a ghost party here at the Inn!

Now I need to get a costume going...

[TtownAnne]

All ghostly parties are welcome at the Inn - the Blood Banquet Room is all set. Other than the memorial service, of course, the Inn will be closed for the remainder of the week in mourning for our late great owner.