Lodging Review: Arroyo Vista Inn- The antidote for civilization

September 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Image credit: Pat WrightMy swubby works very hard running his business.  And, I work just as hard running mine.   For now, This Marriage Thing is my hobby, but shortly it’ll be my retirement business.

Our days are long,  and there are calls to make, even on vacation.  So, when we do get a few days to ourselves I’m fairly particularly about where we spent them and with whom.  Especially since all our vacations now have an added ‘mission’- to find the right place to relocate in two years.    You can imagine how much research I put into finding a relaxing oasis for our week in Southern Pasadena, as we combined some R&R with dropping Miss Thang off at Occidental.

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Good bye dear Summer!

August 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Alas, all good things come to an end.  Sure, I know summer isn’t officially over but you can’t deny that after Monday there’ll be no more wearing white!     heavy sighhhhh   Instead of the usual Friday blockbuster post since most of you will be off having fun on the long weekend, I thought I’d give you a preview of next week’s chat, which includes:

  • Good news!  This Marriage Thing is now a featured blog on Wellsphere.com, a groovy wellness site where you can indulge in healthier living
  • Bed & Breakfast Review of Arroyo Vista Inn, South Pasadena Would it be giving away too much if I said, the swubby and I adored this elegant and tranquil home and it’s fun hosts, Pat and Russ.

Image credit: Pat Wright This is a picture of the beautiful front porch where we enjoyed a fabulous wine dinner- 6 yummy course and plenty of great wine- provided by RoomForty.com  

Can’t you see yourself sprawled out on a lounge chair  enjoying coffee and the Sunday paper there?  More details on our room with a balcony and amazing view next Friday, but for now…see more of this charming bed and breakfast near Los Angeles with a special secret

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