Tag Archives: The Hook

The Wisdom of Hook, Observations, ‘Cons and Plugs.

Posted on 2013/05/17 by

The majority of my guest interactions are limited to the standard formula: I load-up/drop-off the luggage, hopefully receive a tip, answer a question or two and move on. However, on those rare occasions that I share a small piece of … Continue reading →

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The Hook’s Field Guide To Hotel Guests.

Posted on 2013/05/09 by

AUTHOR’S NOTE:  I had something else planned for today, but once again Fate has thrown a monkey-wrench into the works. The post you are about to read originally appeared on the NiagaraHub  site on May 8 and apparently it has … Continue reading →

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Moving: Becca Style, And The Key to a Succesful Marriage: Hook Style!

Posted on 2013/04/30 by

HOOK’S NOTE: I’m busy tackling domestic chores right now, so enjoy this comedic offering from a blogger with real talent and moxie (Not to mention girl parts. Girl parts rule!), Becca. Heavy Lifting How many rips of duct tape does it … Continue reading →

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If This Post Doesn’t Get Me Freshly Pressed, NOTHING Will!

Posted on 2013/04/29 by

In the two years I’ve been blogging I’ve been fortunate enough to have received many awards from my fellow writers; a subset of these awards requires the recipient to share a small piece of himself with the world in an … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: List of X – 10 Reasons Why WordPress Hates The Hook.

Posted on 2013/04/22 by

I’ve been blessed with some truly cool, kick-ass blogging friends. Here is a guest post from one of them.  To get a better understanding of this truly unique talent, click HERE. And HERE. And HERE. And finally, HERE. And now, … Continue reading →

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And So It Begins…

Posted on 2013/03/09 by

My day began as it always does: I stepped over the threshold of concrete and glass and pledged my allegiance to the Niagara Falls hospitality industry. For nine Earthly hours to be precise, although it should be noted that time … Continue reading →

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My Newest Strange Addiction. (Or How The Hook Spent His Day Off)

Posted on 2013/03/02 by

Feb. 20, 2013: The phone rings at the Bell Desk and I answer it. Pretty thrilling so far, right? THE HOOK: Bell Desk, Robert speaking, how may I help you? VAMPIRELOVER (The wife): Hey, Skippy! (Go ahead and giggle; the … Continue reading →

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And Now, A Brief Word From The Hook…

Posted on 2013/02/03 by

Sheryl Crow sang that “a change will do you good” and people proclaimed her a brilliant singer/songwriter. Sheryl Crow also dated Lance Armstrong. Sheryl Crow may be an idiot. Or not. Either way, I know one thing: a change does … Continue reading →

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A Slice of My Life and my Visit to DWH.

Posted on 2013/01/31 by

THE HOOK: I’m heading out to do a few things after I drop Sarah off for her exams. VAMPIRELOVER: (The wife, for the uninitiated) And just where do you think you’re going? It’s your day off; you know we have … Continue reading →

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Why I Love Niagara Falls: A Top Ten List.

Posted on 2013/01/14 by

  BEFORE WE BEGIN: Zip over to 25ToFly – if you weren’t planning to already – and check out one the most talented, honest, real bloggers to ever don a pair of mens’ long johns. Oh, and today’s offering is … Continue reading →

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