Category Archives: Holidays

The Hook Adresses His Critics….

Posted on 2012/07/24 by The Hook

It was recently brought to my attention that my work is considered to be mean-spirited towards tourists, to which I respond with the following query: so what?  Is Denis Leary considered a mean person? Is Lewis Black considered a vindictive … Continue reading →

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The Bellman Chronicles Is “Live” On The Kindle!

Posted on 2012/07/20 by The Hook

The final hurdle has been overcome: my love letter to the hospitality industry is now available on the Kindle store. That’s pretty much it, folks. I’d love it if everyone bought it – it’s a steal $4.99 – but even … Continue reading →

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10 Terrible Things About Summer: Bellman Edition!

Posted on 2012/07/16 by The Hook

Yes, you’re still reading You’ve Been Hooked! Bear with me, okay? I know how busy we all are this summer, so here is a quick – but hopefully enjoyable – read. I hope it brings you some respite from the … Continue reading →

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Summertime Fun With The Hook!

Posted on 2012/07/09 by The Hook

A couple sits in the lobby, side-by-side, but worlds apart. They are transfixed, no, hypnotized by the light glow of their screens. Their three-year-old son sits at their feet, his gentle pleas for attention completely ignored. HE is… Thirty-something. Dressed … Continue reading →

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SUMMER’S HERE! TIME FOR A TRAVEL TIP – OR TWO…

Posted on 2012/07/05 by The Hook

There has been a fundamental shift in the hospitality industry that  has forced front-line personnel like myself to adjust the manner in which we carry out our duties. In other words, more and more douchebags have begun to appear on … Continue reading →

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More Sunday Morning Shenanigans With the Hook!

Posted on 2012/06/06 by The Hook

You ever have one of those days? We’ve all experienced those moments that make us feel like the puppet masters controlling the universe are out to get us, right?  And of course, those moments are intensified when we’re in the … Continue reading →

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It’s March Break! The Hook MUST Be Busy, Right?

Posted on 2012/03/17 by The Hook

Wrong. So, so wrong.  I have found myself afflicted with a case of the “more-of-the-sames”, a terminal one at that. Between hordes of young adults – in the loosest sense of the word – and modern-day nuclear families, the crowd … Continue reading →

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What’s Going On With The Hook?

Posted on 2012/03/04 by The Hook

I’ll get right to the point: my life is about to change. Where should I begin? My literary masterpiece – the title is still up in the air – has cleared the editing process and now the real fun starts: … Continue reading →

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There’s A Reason Why It’s Called “Family Day”, Not “Fun Day”!

Posted on 2012/02/23 by The Hook

Family Day is the third Monday of February and observed as a public (or statutory) holiday in the three Canadian provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. (Manitoba celebrates Louis Riel Day and it’s Islander Day in Prince Edward Island.) In … Continue reading →

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Boxing Day Shenanigans With The Hook!

Posted on 2011/12/28 by The Hook

  To be clear, my Boxing Day does not consist of battles with strangers for a deal on electronics or bedding accessories. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t a conflict or two. The usual hi-jinks are doubled over the holidays. … Continue reading →

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