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Tag Archives: Steven and Chris
Farewell, Chrissy.
I find myself in the unusual position of being speechless. Or rather, in this case, of being at a loss for words. Chris Hyndman was, to most, a daytime talk-show host, one-half of CBC’s mega-hit, Steven and Chris. He was … Continue reading
An Open Letter To Toronto Mayor Rob Ford.
If you’ve been in a Twinkie-induced coma or have been living with Mole People in a subterranean metropolis, here is a link to get you up-to-date on this whole Mayor Rob Ford nuclear meltdown. A word of caution: you’ll be … Continue reading
Posted in Hotel Life
Tagged Bing, Mayor Rob Ford, Rob Ford, Rob Ford crack scandal, Steven and Chris, the city of Toronto, Toronto
51 Comments
Not Being Kryptonian Sucks.
EARLY, FAR TOO EARLY, SUNDAY, SEPT. 1, 2013: The skies are clear, the sun is shining like a super star and the natives are beginning to stir from their alcohol/party/passion-induced slumber. The valet deck will soon stink of fossil fuels, … Continue reading
Why I Love My Job.
Yes, you read that correctly, I am about to reveal precisely why I love my job. And yes, when all is said and done, at the end of the day, I really do love my job. It pays my bills … Continue reading
Two Hooks For The Price of One!
It’s finally here. After years of waiting, “Take Your Kid To Work Day” has arrived at last. My lovely daughter – the greatest gift “The Big Guy” has ever blessed me with – will be joining me at work today … Continue reading
Brain-Teasers, Cougars, Wattpad and Bankers…
Another Sunday morning battle has come and gone and the bellmen have emerged relatively unscathed. Not that we didn’t have our share of scraps, though; there were cougars everywhere today and for some reason they were nuttier than ever… TODAY’S … Continue reading
Posted in Hotel Life
Tagged Columbo, Cosmopolitan, Cougar, Kristen Lamb, Social media, Steven and Chris, The Bellman Chronicles, travel, Wattpad, Writer
35 Comments
Fate Toys With The Hook!
I think I owe Fate a debt of thanks for throwing me a bone yesterday. Even though it messed with my head a bit in the process. My first call of the day had all the makings of a disaster; … Continue reading
Posted in Hotel Life
Tagged Burger King, Chris Hyndman, entertainment, hotels, Kristen Lamb, LOST, Sayid Jarrah, Social media, Steven and Chris, Steven Sabados, The Bellman Chronicles, travel
40 Comments
“The Hook is one funny white boy!”
In the hospitality industry, the key to success is simple; make the guest feel at home. And that’s just what I did this morning while sharing an elevator with a charming African-American couple. AA MALE: ( Addressing The Hook) Mornin’ … Continue reading
Posted in Hotel Life
Tagged Chris Hyndman, entertainment, Fans of Once Upon A Time, Once Upon A Time, Steven and Chris, Steven Sabados, travel, vacation
33 Comments
A “Queeb tax”? What’s Next? A “Courtesy Toll”?
As even a casual reader of my work will tell you, The Hook is not one to suffer fools lightly – to say the least. That having been said, even I was stunned to hear of the “Queeb tax” that … Continue reading
Want To See The Hook on Steven and Chris? The Hook Does…
I have the best readers in the world. When I asked you to read my blog, you answered: I have over 1,000 readers between both blogs! When I asked you to download my book, you did so: 6,059 downloads in … Continue reading