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The Lake House Retreat is the perfect spot for quilters, scrapbookers and rughookers to get together! Located on a private lake. Need a place for you and your friends to just get away? This is the place for you! Nestled among the pine trees is this wonderful four bedroom, two bathroom treasure. Grab your friends and spend some quality time working on your projects in our smoke free/pet free facility. The retreat can accommodate 10 people. There are two queens beds and 6 twin beds.
Centrally located and fully furnished. Two Roads Abode features four bedrooms and two full baths. This rural setting has a large yard, grill, picnic table, plenty of parking and an RV hookup. Open all year.
Over Night Stays in an Historical House located on Main St. in the heart of the rivertown of Grafton. Within walking distance of riverfront, marina, specialty and antique shops, restaurants, wineries and bars. Sleeps up to 10. Short drive to nearby waterpark and hiking, biking trails.
Welcome to a home away from home. The apartment is available as a daily or short rental as you visit in our area. Whether it be for a vacation, visiting family, a class reunion, a work related need, celebrating at a wedding or grieving through a loss, we created our home away from home with you in mind. It is for you and your family to have a private space. Two bedrooms and full kitchen.
No matter the time of year, the Wagon Creek Lodge on Lake of Egypt in stunning Southern Illinois is the perfect retreat. Whether for your boating, fishing or hunting trip, family vacation, girls' or boys' get-a-way, or that much needed romantic weekend, Wagon Creek Lodge offers the ideal accommodations. Nestled among mature trees on over 103 feet of scenic shoreline, this well-equipped, modern rustic, A-frame home offers a perfect memory-creating experience expected by today's travelers. Excellent location (minutes away from I-57 and I-24), the sense of serenity amongst the wooded Shawnee National Forest, and a covered dock to house your boat, this pet-friendly lodge welcomes your entire tribe with open arms. A guest cabin with a full bath and bedroom is also located on-site for larger groups or separately available for the adventurous or budget-conscious lodger.
CITY:Creal Springs
Affordable vacation rental home located in the heart of Shelbyville. Enjoy spacious rooms, fully stocked kitchen, outdoor playground. Sleeps up to 15. Pets are allowed and open all year.
Frank Lloyd Wright, Emil Bach House, Chicago's impressive "one of a kind" vacation rental home. Whether you are in town for business or pleasure, you will look forward to staying at this wonderfully restored home, again and again. The two guest bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor, each with a hallway bathroom for your comfort. The Emil Bach House is not your typical meeting space. It is great for private outside events in our large garden areas and smaller indoor events. Tailor the event to use the house and gardens to your own personal needs.
Your own private home away from home with 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths with room for 6 guests. Back deck, firepit, grill, picnic tables, fully furnished kitchen.
Secluded environment nestled on 40 acres. 792 Square foot cabin with master bedroom, dining area, kitchen, bath, open living area with fireplace. Will accommodate 12 people. There is a fishing pond, picnic tables, and hiking trails.
Located right on the Mississippi just four miles south of the Historic Nauvoo Temple. Enjoy a quiet, peaceful setting while being transported back in time to the 1840's. All cottages are decorated by a professional interior designer to make you feel at home. Country French decor with a natural setting makes it the best place to stay in Nauvoo.
A stately home within minutes from Downtown Nauvoo. Home is fully furnished and able to accommodate up to 18 guests. Close to all attractions in Nauvoo including LDS historical sites, Nauvoo Temple, and Nauvoo State Park.
Alton Cracker Factory Great Rivers Lodging
The Cracker Factory is nestled in the scenic Mississippi River town of Alton, Illinois. Guests can stay in the luxury and comfort of the Cracker Factory while visiting Alton for business or leisure. While there, they find easy access to many historic sites and the renowned Antique District. A variety of restaurants, entertainment venues, and cultural events are waiting to be enjoyed.
Built in 1880, the Baldwin House is the ideal alternative to hotel accommodations and offers all the comforts of "home" while you are away. This fully furnished guest house comfortably sleeps 6 people and includes a formal dining room, sunroom, modern and well equipped kitchen, and a wrap-around porch with swing. WiFi and DirectTV are also provided for guests' use. Overlooking a beautiful downtown park, The Baldwin House is conveniently located in central Streator and is within walking distance of several local eateries.
Biz's cabin by the river is a clean, simple accomodation with all of the conveniences of home. With a large yard that borders the Mississippi River, children will find plenty of room to run and play while you sit on the patio enjoying the river view. You will find yourself within easy traveling distance of several locations which provide history, entertainment, learning, and shopping. The cabin is just 2 miles from Nauvoo, IL, 5 miles from Great River Road Golf Course, 10 miles from Keokuk, IA, 20 miles from Carthage, IL and 45 miles from Macomb, IL. (home of Western Illinois University)
This cabin is a great place to stay for families or couples on romantic getaway. The cabin property is quiet with large old trees surrounding it for privacy. The view from is beautiful and you can see for miles and miles. A great place to have your morning cup of coffee is the back deck were you can take in all the beauty of Southern Illinois. The deck has a table and chairs for you to enjoy and gas grill for your use. Just inside you will find the full kitchen stocked with all the necessities you may need on during your stay. The living room has a grand TV with just the local channels. We have some DVDs for you to watch or you may bring your own. There are 3 bedrooms all with luxury sheets and beautiful bedding. The smallest has a Full Tempur Pedic bed and the larger rooms each have a queen bed.
Beautiful 1 and 2 bedroom Rental Cabins in the Shawnee National Forest. Closest Cabins to the famous Garden of the Gods and Pounds Hollow Lake.
Location, location, location! You can't stay closer to the Nauvoo Temple than at the Hart House, across the street from the temple! This location has an unobstructed view of the temple, in addition to a panoramic view of the Mississippi River.
Schuetz Rentals provides a service to the business traveler with Corporate Apartments, Houses and efficiency apartments for the traveler. All are fully furnished with weekly and monthly rates available. Call for more information.
Enjoy your visit to Nauvoo in this nearly 1700 square foot retreat with a large deck and fantastic view of the Mississippi River! Only two miles from the LDS Visitor's Center, this home is close to the restored homes and businesses of Old Nauvoo, including the temple, yet secluded as a retreat from the hustle bustle of touring. This 4 bedroom home sleeps up to sixteen including the cabin located on the property. The home has two bedrooms on the main floor, each with a queen bed, and a master suite upstairs with a queen bed and full size sofa sleeper. In addition, there is a full size bed in the loft bedroom, plus a queen size sofa sleeper in the living room. The large kitchen will provide the appliances and kitchen needs for a large family, and the kids will love the spiral stairway to the upstairs, in addition to the regular stair access. Two bathrooms on the main floor (one with shower only, the other with a bath/shower combination) and a washer and dryer are also available for guest's use, and the home is air conditioned for comfort. This home also includes high speed internet access and Dish TV. The deck is a great place for a bar-b-q and entertaining as guests enjoy the view of the nearby Mississippi River. The optional cabin, with skylight, air conditioning and electric heat, contains two bunk beds.
This beautiful Nauvoo home is situated on ten wooded acres in the country, about 8 miles from the temple. It is a split level and perfect for larger groups or families! There is plenty of room for parking, including RVs. The home features three bedrooms, all with queen beds, on the upper level, sharing a full-bath. The large living room has plenty of seating with a large spacious sectional that is also a sleeper sofa. Pianist will enjoy the Yamaha grand piano! And Also enjoy the Overhead Projection system with BluRay player and DISH network available for movie night with the family. High speed wireless internet is available throughout the home. The spacious kitchen will accommodate large families and has everything you need for your home away from home! Downstairs is a large family room with a couch and futon, and a beautiful fireplace as a center for family visiting. This room has been recently remodeled and also features a flat screen TV with DISH and BluRay player. There is a full bath with shower and tub on this level. The home has central air-conditioning for comfort during the summer months. The home comfortably sleeps 8 adults, and there is room for children and toddlers in sleeping bags on the floor. Large families will appreciate the seclusion of this home, where there is plenty of room on the back deck for bar-b-que, and the newly added fire pit area is great for a campfire for family games and fun, yet just a few minutes from historic old Nauvoo!
Oakwood provides the perfect accommodations for extended-stay travel, relocations, out-of-town assignments, and vacations of 30 days or more.
The Barnett Bungalow, is a quaint, early 1900's home just over two blocks from the temple! With central heat and air conditioning it features a living room with queen-size sofa sleeper, love seat, TV with VCR and DVD, book shelf with early LDS and Nauvoo history, including LDS videos, and Nauvoo framed art. The completely remodeled kitchen has all new cabinets, counter-top and appliances, including full size refrigerator, range and oven, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, toaster, and all the utensils and dishware for twelve. There is comfortable wall-to-wall carpeting in the living room and two bedrooms on the main floor, each with queen size beds. The dining room has a hardwood floor, with oak dining table and chairs for six, in addition to the drop-leaf kitchen table which seats four. The large main floor bathroom has a shower/tub combination, and vanity, in addition to the laundry behind bi-fold doors. Up the carpeted stairs to the children's quarters, an attic great room with cable TV, full-size futon and four twin beds, plus a new bathroom with a shower/tub combination. Two cots and sleeping bags available for kids, plus a port-a-crib, if needed. Sleeps 12-14 people depending on age. All linens and towels are provided, plus a washer and dryer are available for guests use. Close to everything in town...walk to groceries, restaurants, shopping and the temple.
Paradise-In-Nauvoo is a new addition to the string of popular Nauvoo vacation homes. The home is located just a block from the town's main Hotel and a few blocks from the Temple (walking distance). This solidly built charmer has a general store directly across the street (Casey's General Store). If you're passionate about Nauvoo you'll love this centrally located cozy, cuddly, adorable, cheerful and vibrant home! The owners of this property are from Hawaii and simply could not resist the opportunity to greet all guest with a warm Aloha as demonstrated in the Hawaiian theme of the house. Currently there are 2 queen size hand crafted beds, 2 queen size sleeper sofas, and a twin bed. 1 40" Television and one TV with built-in DVD player. Washer/dryer, Three bedrooms and three bathrooms on the main floor. The living room is connected to a cozy little study area, which has been turned into the TV room and additional sleeping area if needed. Home is situated on approximately 1/3 of an acre.
"We owe recovery of the Nauvoo bell to the Lamoreaux family" (http://www.lds.org/ensign/1981/02/i-have-a-question). Come and find out more about the controversial (and conflicting) stories surrounding the rescue and transportation of the Nauvoo Bell—stories posted throughout the house. Just down the street from the Nauvoo Temple, experience Nauvoo with this historic 1840s home as a base for all your adventures. Owned by the Lamoreaux family of Historic 1840s Nauvoo, sleeps ten comfortably, is within walking distance of the Nauvoo Temple, and has a modern addition with all the amenities. Although situated near Old Nauvoo and the wonderful historic sites down on the "flats," the home sits on quiet end of Knight Street and backs to a large communal back yard with a well-equipped pavilion that is also available for day-rental. Perfect for large groups or small families. The home sleeps ten comfortably with five bedrooms--four of them in the historic part of the house, and one in the loft. Two have king beds, and three queens. The large living room downstairs has lots of lounge and sitting room and a gas fireplace. The kitchen and separate dining area provide all the appliances and kitchen needs for a large family. A large, double-wide driveway for plenty of parking. The house addition includes a istoric stairway that was moved from a 150-year-old bank and a full service bathroom with Jacuzzi (and shower) on the main floor. There is also a full bath in the basement (with shower), and a half bath in the loft. There is a washer and dryer for guest use downstairs, and the home is centrally heated and cooled for year-round comfort. High speed Internet access, cable TV, and DVD player all for guest use. The deck out back is a perfect place for a BBQ or for relaxing on those warm summer evenings while enjoying the gentle summer breeze.
Habitat Corporate Suites Network
Habitat Corporate Suites Network provides interim housing for 30 days or more in downtown Chicago and western suburbs. Rental includes weekly maid service, fully furnished apartments, health club, and numerous amenities.
The Gallery House, built in the early 1900's, is now a fabulous family retreat, nestled in the heart of Nauvoo, allowing you to leisurely walk the historic and quaint shops down Mulholland Street, on your way to the temple. Enjoy your evenings on the enclosed front porch after you walk across the street to indulge in an ice cream cone from the Mayfly Shop. Grab a frisbee or football from the closet and enjoy an evening outdoors on the beautiful lawn and under the welcoming shade trees around the home. The Gallery House is one of only a handful of vacation homes available right on Mulholland Street, the main street of Nauvoo, and just four blocks from the Nauvoo Temple! This delightful cottage was once considered for a local art gallery and is now tastefully decorated with giclee's and prints of the LDS Nauvoo Era. There are scenes done locally by artists you won't see anywhere else. With LDS videos and books, games and toys, your family will enjoy a relaxing and memorable Nauvoo experience.
Experience Nauvoo in an original pioneer brick home. Built in 1846, the Mix house is located on historic Parley Street. With many period furnishings, this accurately restored home retains the feel of the period while providing modern comforts. The Mix House is 1.3 miles from the Temple, 1 mile from the Old Nauvoo Burial Grounds, Nauvoo State Park and the Rheinberger Museum. With farm ground on all four sides, enjoy country living within the city limits, complete with cattle and horses! In addition, Illinois' oldest operating winery is located an easy 5 minute walk along Parley Street.
This old European-style home is the first "story book" home built in this new development. The complete home is three stories, but there is a lock off available on the first floor (Troubadour's Quarters), allowing that unit to be rented separately, or with the main home on the second and third floors (Crown Court Suite). The Troubadour's Quarters contains a great room with full kitchen, dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave and table for six. The great room has a queen-size sofa sleeper, gas burning fireplace, and flat screen TV. A bedroom has three built-in bunk beds, and there is a full bath with tub/shower combination! This level sleeps up to 8 and can be rented separately, or with the rest of the home. Since the home is built on a hillside overlooking the Mississippi River, the massive front door is located on the second level, opening up into a large living room with fireplace and flat screen TV, and beautiful view of the river. This living room contains two queen size sofa sleepers. The full kitchen has Amish built cabinets, granite counter-tops seating four at the bar and with a table for six in the round turret. The full bath on this floor has a corner shower. The third level is the master suite which is perfect for a honeymoon or anniversary occasion! The view of the Mississippi from this room is spectacular! It also has a desk, gas log fireplace, flat screen TV, King size bed, queen size sofa sleeper, and another bedroom with queen size bed. The bathroom in the round turret has two sinks and a beautiful four legged tub! * Internet & TV service are not available at this location.
Ground floor accommodations include a master bedroom/bath suite featuring a king size bed and a double queen room across the hall. A basic equipped kitchen, dining room, bath and a two story great room with a large screen TV complete the first floor. The back of the home is open and airy with two story windows that give you a beautiful view of the common area. Upstairs, there is a loft with seating and a secretary's desk, two more baths and three bedrooms, including a duplicate of the master suite on the first floor, a single queen bedroom and a large queen bedroom with four singles in two bunk beds. Each bedroom has a large closet and is furnished with a large dresser. In the basement there are laundry facilities, another bathroom and four twin beds. Constructed in 2006, the floor plan is 2,690 square feet and sleeps sixteen to twenty guests. The home has five bedrooms and six full bathrooms between the three levels. The two story great room with living area, dining area and large windows provide an excellent view of the Hyrum Kimball Village Pavilion and recreation area. The home is fully furnished and tastefully decorated.
The Charles Hales Home is a historic Mormon pioneer home with modern amenities in the Hyrum Kimball Village, perfect for your family vacation to Nauvoo. On the first floor there is a master bedroom with a king bed, and a large king bedroom across the hall. Also on the first floor is a full kitchen, dining room, great room/family room and a full bathroom. This floor has a vaulted ceiling above the great room and dining room area with a grand staircase to the second floor loft (with queen size sofa sleeper). The back of the home is open and airy with two story windows that bathe the home with light. The second floor has two king bedrooms and one queen bedroom. In the hall are two full bathrooms with sinks in a vanity. The basement has a full laundry room with washer and dryer.
The Rufus Abbott Manor affords you the opportunity to stay in a Nauvoo Mormon Pioneer home! This historic home is just seven blocks from the Nauvoo Temple and sleeps up to ten comfortably. This home feels and looks like what it may have in the 1840's thus letting you 'Sleep Where the Pioneer's Slept'. The original pioneer brick home has three bedrooms (two upstairs) and an old fashioned parlor with library, collectible curio cabinet, historic fireplace and mantle, and a queen size sofa sleeper. The sun porch also contains a breakfast bar with toaster and microwave for our guests. The master suite is on the main level in a 1903 addition to the original brick home. This large suite has a king size bed, full-size sofa sleeper, armoire, and 32" flat screen TV.
Our secluded home sits high above it all on Cogan Drive in Galena Territory. It is surrounded by forest on three sides and has two decks, overlooking 10-15 miles of trees, farmland and pastures. It is located very close to the Owners Club pool and recreation facility and very close to the Marina. At the Marina one can rent row boats and pontoons for relaxation or fishing. Right outside our home and running through the entire territory are miles and miles of trails that are perfect for hiking and cross-country skiing. We are 2 minutes from the championship golf courses located at the resort. We are 10-15 minutes from the downhill skiing at Chestnut Mountain. We are 10 minutes from the quaint restaurants and shopping of downtown Galena. Also, located in the area are wineries and Kayaking facilities.
The Hopper House in Nauvoo is just four blocks from the Nauvoo Temple! This cute cottage is the perfect "Grandma's House" and has central heat and air conditioning. The living room has a queen size sofa sleeper, recliner and entertainment center with cable TV/DVD & VCR, and LDS videos and books. The two bedrooms each have queen size beds, there is a full size sofa sleeper in the dining room, and there are two cots and sleeping bags available for kids, if needed, sleeping 8-10 people, depending on age. The bathrooms have been recently remodeled with a vanity and shower/tub combination upstairs and a vanity and shower downstairs. Includes a large dining room with a table for six, and in 2006 a full kitchen remodel with gas range and oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster and all utensils and dishware for twelve. LDS art and historical Nauvoo pictures throughout the house. All the linens and towels are provided, plus on the back porch is a washer and dryer for the convenience of guests. Great location, with a front porch and nice yard, close to groceries, shopping, restaurants and the temple!
Nauvoo Vacation Villas & Condos
Among the many choices for Nauvoo accommodations, the condos at Nauvoo Villas offer a peaceful retreat for the busy tourist, families and other groups. The condos offer spacious rooms, full kitchens, high speed Internet, and satellite TV. We look forward to your visit to Nauvoo!
Escape to this newly built home in Grafton, Illinois. The Riverfront Guest House is 14 feet off the ground & overlooks the Mississippi River. Relax and enjoy the river traffic on the open deck or the attached 3 season room! This home offers two guestrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, 42" flat screen TV, BBQ Grill, outdoor furniture on the deck and covered parking.
Deseret Heritage Manor is a 5 bedroom, 6 bath vacation home conveniently located in the quiet neighborhood of the Hyrum Kimball Village. It will sleep 20 comfortably. It also has a crib for the little ones. It has access to a picnic pavilion (available for day rental) which makes is doubly desirable for reunions & family gatherings. There is a old wagon bench off of the back porch so you can "sit a spell" and watch the fireflies or just enjoy the sounds of Nauvoo. This home has a very spacious living & dining area with a large table & plenty of room for all. The main floor has 2 bedrooms, a king bed suite with a walk in closet and bathroom and a large bedroom with 2 queen beds & huge closet. The kitchen and dining area provide all you appliances & kitchen needs with lots of seating. There is a 40 inch HD TV with DVD player & DVDs for some "quiet time" at home. There is a bathroom with shower with handicap access located on the main floor. There are three bedrooms on the second floor, a queen size bed with a closet, a king bed suite with walk in closet and bathroom and a family bedroom with a queen size bed and two sets of bunk beds (this bedroom will sleep 6). There are 2 bathrooms with tub/shower combo and double sinks off the hall. There is also a loft with a sitting area with a couch, chair & writing desk. The basement has a game room complete with foosball table, air hockey table, big screen TV with DVD player & a futon for lounging. A sleeping area with 4 twin beds and a bathroom with a walk in shower complete the basement living space. The laundry room is complete with washer and dryer for guest use. The home is a geo thermal heating & cooling system and ceiling fans in all bedrooms for your comfort summer & winter. There is ample off street parking for 6 vehicles.
Nauvoo Vacation Rentals is a division of Nauvoo Property Services, LLC. We have been renting homes in Nauvoo since 2002. Our goal is to offer accommodations in and around Nauvoo which provide guests with a home away from home. The homes are completely furnished and include comfortable beds with all the bedding and linens provided. Some also feature sofa sleepers, futons or spare beds for additional guests. Fully equipped kitchens provide refrigerator, stove, oven and microwave allowing you to prepare meals and snacks. See each location's description for details regarding furnishings and amenities. Our goal is to provide you with all the conveniences of home during your stay in Nauvoo, however, all locations are smoke-free and pets are not permitted.
Roberts' Roost Country Guest House
Located in the scenic rolling hills of Northwest Illinois just minutes from the Mississippi River, Palisades State Park & Great River Bike Trail. Two bedrooms, one bath, living room and kitchen.
A lovely four square Guest House located one block from Prophetstown State Park on the banks of the Rock River. The large front porch is your first friendly hello as you enter this home away from home. With four bedrooms and a three season sleeping porch it's the perfect place for a small or large gathering of family or friends. If you're in the area exploring or home for a family event the North House is an excellent option for your day, week or month long needs. Also, consider the North House for bridal and baby showers, birthday celebrations, anniversary receptions, meetings and more.
For those who want to experience life in Old Nauvoo but want to stay in spacious elegance, rent an entire mansion and bring your extended family. Six bedrooms and top notch amenities near the Mississippi River.
Dramatic 3 story grand lobby. Beautifully appointed studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Short & long term leases. Magnificent lake & city views. Directly accross from Lincoln Park Zoo.
Galena Illinois Vacation Rental Homes, LLC
Illinois resort location, in the Galena Territory, vacation rental; three bedrooms, sleeps up to eight people, private hot tub. Enjoy skiing, shopping, restaurants and much more!
The Hyrum Smith Farm is perfect for extended family get-togethers! This historic farm is just one mile from the temple and sleeps up to twenty comfortably. A complete remodel was finished in May 2008 and the home was made ready for families to enjoy beginning June 2008. The original pioneer brick home is 16 x 24 and is used as a dormitory with four bunk beds. The two story brick addition added in 1850 contains two master bedrooms upstairs with king beds, and two bedrooms downstairs with queen beds, plus a parlor with a queen size sofa sleeper. A later addition to the home has a family room with another sofa sleeper, TV/DVD and full bath and laundry. Adjacent to the family room is a full kitchen with all the appliances and kitchenware needed for all the guests in the home. Another addition to the north side has another bedroom with queen size bed, and a large game room and full bathroom. Remodeling included new paint, carpeting and furnishings throughout this home plus the addition of two more bathrooms for convenience and central heat and air for comfort! All utensils, dishware, linens, and towels are provided. A washer & dryer are also provided for guest use. High speed internet is available as well.
Experience the charm of Galena at Galena Parkview Rentals. Make our homes your vacation destination if you are planning a romantic getaway for two or a family gathering for 12.
Hunting on 2,000 acres of farm, timberland, cropland, and creek bottoms provides a large terrain selection for prime hunting. New club house sleeps 10, full kitchen, 2 baths, dish TV and VCR.
Manilow Suites provides luxurious, spacious apartments in 12 high-rise buildings, featuring the most breathtaking views downtown Chicago has to offer. We combine the comforts of home with the services and amenities of the finest hotels. Daily rates are available.
Located within the Galena Territories is this beautiful six bedroom, five bathroom vacation home. Quietly nestled in the woods, it is a great place to relax with family and/or friends. Quiet setting in the woods, with open deck, screened porch and gas grill. A two-night minimum on weekends.
Heavenly View is a luxury cabin with views that will take your breath away! Nestled near the top of the Mississippi River bluff, this cabin provides amazing views of the Mississippi River valley and the surrounding property. The cabin sits on 50 private acres which you can enjoy from the covered patios and screened-in porch that adjoin three sides of the cabin. Wake up in the morning with a cup of coffee and step outside to listen to the wild turkeys gobble around you or watch the whitetail deer feed in the meadow at the bottom of the valley. Savor the sunset and its beautiful colors across the hills.
Guests are welcomed into the comfortable rustic atmosphere of the hunting lodge. It has the accommodation for 9 with all the amenities of home.
The Lil Red Guest House was built in 1860 and features two bedrooms with sleeping for up to four people. This charming red house is located within walking distance of local wineries, shopping and restaurants. The guest house has a comfortable porch swing from which to enjoy the view of the Mississippi River. Reservations are required.
Unique rental property, for Weddings, Corporate and Family Reunions. The house accommodates 26 people and 80 acres has 9 hole golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts and Tent for up to 200 people.
CITY:Lake Villa
A genuine getaway. Perfect river view, charming interior, queen bed & hide a bed couch, sundeck.
Country home nestled among 80 acres of beautiful wilderness for the ultimate getaway. The perfect natural setting for the entire family or a group of friends.
The recently renovated Powell House is a three-bedroom/two-bath home in The Galena Territory near the Owners' Club. Reasonably priced, sleeps eight and features a fully-equipped kitchen with seating for eight.
Harvest Home is nestled in a secluded area of The Galena Territory, 10 minutes to Galena's historic Main Street. The Territory offers great views, activities, and peace and quiet.
We invite you to stay and experience one of Grafton's newest guesthouses, River Port. You can lounge on the deck furniture on the wrap around porch and enjoy a view of the river, or relax inside the house, enjoying the nautical decor, with a stress free get-away. River Port is just a walk away from the shopping, wineries, restaurants and all that Grafton has to offer!
This guest house sleeps six and includes a full kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, washer/dryer, central AC, TV, and the deck overlooks the bay of Mississippi River. Two night minimum charge.
Three spectacular getaways, builder owned and maintained. Custom designed, wooded lots. Fully furnished and equipped. Beautifully decorated. Year-round hot tubs. Pool tables. Resort amenities. Complimentary Welcome Basket, coffee/tea.
Lodging nestled in the heart of the Shawnee Forest. One furnished cabin (sleeps up to 4) and one furnished modern modular home (sleeps 5-7) that includes all amenities. Perfect for travelers and hunters. Located on private ground that joins government land. Located close to Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock Trail, Pounds Hollow Lake, High Know and other recreational sites.
1500 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, large living room. 4 twin beds, 1 king and 1 full bed. 1/2 block off Main St in Golconda. Boat parking available. All are welcome.
Old Florence Hotel Guest House & Camping
Built in 1850 and retored in 2003, this three story brick building overlooks the Illinois river.
Illinois premier vacation homes, Eagle's Nest & Retreat House, near Eagle Ridge Resort, are close to plenty of attractions and activities; including golfing, fishing, hiking, bicycling, wine tastings and shopping.
Guest house in a quiet, comfortable, rural setting. Two bedrooms sleep 4 comfortably. House furnished with all new items.
Enjoy a fully furnished apartment with breathtaking views of the sklyine located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Steps to everythng! These 1,2, and 3 bedroom apartments are exquisitely appointed. Why not book a whole apartment? Affordable nightly, weekly, monthly rates available. Stay in your home in Chicago!
Ideal venue for your; Overnight Accommodations, Bridal & Baby Showers, Business Luncheons and Dinners, Family Events, Anniversaries, Birthday Parties, Intimate Weddings. An 1872 Restored Italianate Victorian Home Located in the Heart of Downtown Olney, Illinois During the extensive restoration project the finest materials were used and extensive research was conducted to return this home to its original grandeur. You will marvel at the exquisite detail that has been put into this project.
The River View Guest House has it all! Enjoy the comforts of home with amenities that include a kitchenette, family room and a game area with a dart board & a Foosball table. The sofa sleeper and two guest rooms sleeps six people comfortably. This guest house offers a patio and fire pit for outdoor relaxation.
Apartment with 7 beds and 1½ baths.
Train-Inn Vacation/Executive Rental Home
If you need longer-term accommodation this is a perfect vacation/executive rental, hotel alternative, or home away from home when visiting Carbondale or Southern Illinois University. This cottage is location adjacent to the Train-Inn B&B and has a comfortable, rustic charm. Recently renovated it offers modern comfort, with three bedrooms, easily sleeping six guests. Fully furnished and with its fully equipped kitchen, including dishes and cookware, towels, linens, washer & dryer a great place to stay while visiting the area. In addition, there is parking for up to four cars.
Located in a scenic rural setting, these accomodations in Pittsfield, are the perfects starting point to explore Western Illinois.
A lodge that accommodates hunters with semi-guided and non-guided hunting tours.
Comfortable, luxurious vacation homes located at Apple Canyon Lake. Each home sleeps up to eight people. Some homes are pet friendly. Ideal for large or multiple families. Lake views.
CITY:Apple River
Located in the serene countryside, this is the perfect location for a girls' getaway with friends. The retreat has three bedrooms which accommodate up to nine, a fully-equipped kitchen, dining room and three bathrooms. The beautiful main floor Crafting Room overlooks the pond and countryside – perfect for scrapbooking, quilting, knitting, beading, weaving or any other craft. Featured and recognized by "Farm and Ranch Living" as one of the prettiest places in the country. Memory Lane Crafting Retreat will always be known as the home of Blosom, the cow who was named the Tallest Cow in the World by Guinness World Records. Daily Rates: Beginning at $75; 3 Day/2 Night Stay: $125 per person.
Privately-owned cabins.
Illinois Wildlife Connections Lodge
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Located on 7 acres of rolling woodlands, just north of Quincy, IL. This rustic sanctuary is perfect for groups who want to get away. The lodge has a wrap around porch and outdoor pool. Also on the grounds are two bunk houses for retreats, basketball court and 1-acre pond with paddleboats.
Enjoy home away from home in the new Nauvoo Vacation condos in historic Nauvoo. Full kitchen and laundry facilities.
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Shawnee Homeplace is a two-bedroom brick home with modern comforts in the middle of 450 acres along the Ohio River three miles southwest of Rosiclare. Enjoy the trails, Ohio River frontage, abundant wildlife or the peace and quiet of the porch. Owner: Laura Lamar. Mailing address PO Box 329, Elizabethtown, IL 62931 Opening: April 2009 (1 rental ).
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Offers hunting, fishing, golf and meeting packages, as well as getaway weekend packages. Gas fireplaces, central heating and air, satellite TV, and gourmet meals delivered directly to your table. Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge is conveniently located just off Newton lake with 2 cabins so you can enjoy your hunt. Some of the nations best Bass Fishing can be found as well as a hunters paradise for all game. Guided and non-guided fishing and hunting packages are available by calling. In the off-season this facility is a Bed & Breakfast. Described as a "Sportsman's paradise" by World Champion Angler Denny Brauer.
2 bedroom, 1 bath cottages are set along our beautiful 45 acre lake. Enjoy free fishing (no license required), beach swimming, hiking, boat rentals, golf cart rentals, hayrides, playgrounds, planned activites, and more.
This log cabin getaway is cradled by nature. Delighted guests fish from the pedal boat and canoe across the pond to the tepee. Star-gaze, listen to the woods' silence, be at peace.
Three Story, six bedroom log home on 30 acres with fireplace, large deck, kitchen, central air, spa, large meeting room, trail rides, continental breakfast, TV, VCR, 5-person spa, gas grill and 2 charcoal grills. Next to Hidden Springs State Forest.
Imagine indulging yourself in the privacy of your own cabin with a full body massage & lingering leisurely over breakfast in bed provided by our own caterer. Extra Special touches available upon request. Arrangements can be made for extra-loving touches added to the cabin from rose petals, flowers & music, or send a special invitation asking them to join you for a relaxing getaway. Relax in the rustic setting of our cozy cabins located on 10 wooded acres just minutes from Lake Carroll. Enjoy our friendly atmosphere beside a bonfire or hot tub! A romantic whirl-pool cabin with fireplace or country kitchenette can accommodate everything from intimate parties to family reunions. Open year-round.
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This country home, located in Grafton, Illinois, is nestled on over 70 acres of trees, pasture and farmland. Enjoy hours with your family exploring the outdoors, fishing, roasting marshmallows or taking a ride on the paddle boat. The property features pond fishing, camping, bonfire and BBQ facilities, hiking areas and picnicking. No hunting is allowed on the property but hunters are more than welcome to stay in this region known for its duck and deer hunting. Reservations are required.
Farmhouse rental ideal for sportsman. 3 double beds and 3 single beds, 2 baths and full kitchen, with washer & dryer.
One and two bedroom cabins nestled in the Shawnee National Forest along the Ohio River. Each cabin is fully furnished with a private setting and breathtaking view. Whether you are planning a family vacation or a private getaway weekend, Cedar Hill River Resort is the place to experience one of Illinois' best kept secrets. Owners: Mike and Carol Tipsord
1200 Square foot house with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central air. Garage with electricity. Fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, all linens provided, satellite TV. Free Wi-Fi, Stocked fishing pond, fishing guide service available Campfire ring, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, BBQ grills, swimming pool, electric boat parking. Pets allowed. Open all year.
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It's your time to shine in these shimmering wedge pumps from Dolhouse. The Sensual evening pump will had that dazzling finishing touch you are looking for on your next night out.
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Dollhouse Glittery Wedge
"This shoe looks even better in person. The purple and blue shimmer with the glitter sparkle is awesome. This picture does not do the shoes justice.They are extremely high but not awful to walk in. It's a def what I would call a wedge heel and not a wedge pump, by any means. Honestly, "walking" in them is not super important to my review. I'm more of a collector of awesome shoes so I don't wear my gorgeous ones often, nor should one intend something like this to be any everyday affair.They are excellent for when you have a cute man on your arm!"
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January 04, 2013
Girls LOVE Shiny Things
"I ordered these online in the purple color on basically a whim, and ended up wearing them for NYE. I adore the iridescent look and the wedge is sexy but also comfortable! I rocked them from about 8pm-5am with no problem! A must have for your closet to brighten up these dark winter nights!"
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January 03, 2013
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"I am usually a size 6.5 to 7 and my feet generally run wide so I order 7's from dsw all the time and I usually don't have any problem but my feet were SWWIMMING in these! They were way huge and way too wide even for me. They are insanely cute though so I was upset. I wanted them for new years and that wasnt going to happen so I sold them to a friend of mine at work.. she usually wears a 7.5 to 8 and they were even a touch big for her! I wish I would have known because they are soo cute.."
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The Novice bootie is a fabulous option to pair with your denim or dress slacks. This winner from Impo is sleek and truly sophisticated.
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February 04, 2013
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Yvonne wants to sing. Gloria wants breasts. It's not fly on the wall stuff: they know you're watching.
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C Label Momo-5 Wedge Sandal
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The C Label Momo-5 leaves nothing to the imagination. It's the perfect wedge sandal to spice up any look. The ankle strap gives a sexy feel and the studs make even the timid feel bold. Let this shoe take you higher!
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October 27, 2013
"These shoes run a little narrow and so were less comfy than I expected."
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Great sandal!!
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For 10 years, the noblewoman Seriana lived in exile, believing her husband Karon was dead, executed for practicing sorcery. But now she learns his soul has been anchored to this world by magic. He has been restored to life-though his memories of Seri are gone. When Seri's nephew is kidnapped - and a dark family secret comes to light - the two strangers will have to join together to defeat the evil Lords of Zhev'Na, who want to destroy both this world and the parallel magic realm that lies beyond.
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In terms of writing style alone, Carol Berg is probably the best fantasy author out there. Her stories are very good too. The only problem I have with all her novels is that the magic appears to be based on the New Testament, meaning there's always a death/reborn theme and lots of internal conflict about needing to sacrifice oneself to save the world. As a consequence, the plots can get draggy and humorless in parts, and it's hard to get to know some of the main characters (the weight of the world on their shoulders is so large that they become caricatures instead of real people). But, as I'm about to start Book 4 in this series, this issue clearly doesn't bother me enough to stop reading/listening.
What does bother me is the narration in this series. Book 1 only had one reader, and she was pretty good. But, then they started with multiple readers as the point of view changed from character to character. That can work, but it doesn't here because the narrators obviously didn't talk or listen to each other before reading. Hence, each reader uses his/her own pronunciations and accents, which can be quite different from the others. For example, one narrator says "jeed", another says "ji-heed", and another says "zeed" to refer to same group of people. Prince D'Natheil is pronounced De-Nathael or Danthial depending on reader. And the stable boy, Paulo, sounds like a southern US country gentleman in some of the chapters. It's really grating and inexcusable.
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Comfort is the name of the game when you are talking about the super cushioned Criado sandal from GBX. With a handsome design, the Criado slide is perfect for any occasion!
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GBX Sandals
"I bought a pair of GBX sandals two years ago. They were a different model from the Criados shown above. I hardly ever wore them. They started to break apart within a year. Yesterday both soles fell off the shoe uppers. You have got to be kidding me. What a piece of junk. Will never shop at DSW again."
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Be thou ready, Bethlehem, Eden hath opened unto all. Ephratha, prepare thyself, for now, behold, the Tree of life hath blossomed forth in the cave from the Holy Virgin. Her womb hath proved a true spiritual Paradise, wherein the divine and saving Tree is found, and as we eat thereof we shall all live, and shall not die as did Adam. For Christ is born now to raise the image that had fallen aforetime.
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March 12, 2014
"So love the look of this vintage 1950's style shoe. I bought the Blue Bell color; it's like a Tiffany blue color and I love it. I have narrow petite feet (size 5 or 5.5) and these fit perfect. They make my feet look sexy. I think I will have breakfast at Tiffany's in these shoes. LOL. They are fun."
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Pretty and comfy
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Skip to comments.Why Work? Household Welfare Spending $168 Per Day, Higher Than Median Income
Posted on 01/28/2013 1:40:39 AM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
Those who work for a living might want to put away shoes, hammers, and other hard objects to keep from throwing them through the computer. A new study shows that on average the government spends $168 per household on various assistance programs, one-fifth more than the median income of $137.
As the Republican side of the Senate Budget Committee reported (after all, who else in government is going to do it?), welfare spending per hour per household in poverty is $30.60, which is higher than the $25.03 median income per hour.
The Weekly Standard points out that direct welfare payments are not taxed:
"After accounting for federal taxes, the median hourly wage drops to between $21.50 and $23.45, depending on a households deductions and filing status. State and local taxes further reduce the median households hourly earnings. By contrast, welfare benefits are not taxed.
Welfare recipients never had it so good. This is not to say that poor people are rich, or that life is easy for everyone on food stamps or on some other form of government assistance. Its just that conservatives would rather poor people be working, rather than paying their way through life on other peoples dime (which at this point, is their childrens dime). Work is not only more economically productive, but it offers more opportunity for people to improve their own lot not to mention that working people are more likely to feel dignity and self-importance.
If welfare is inherently compassionate, then there is a Pavlovian ego-stroke for Congress passing even unsustainable spending programs. On the other hand, conservatives get demonized for suggesting there is so such thing as a budget, and that you cant keep looting the private sector without negative consequences like systemically high unemployment...
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Just wow.
Yeah—I got it-—but I wish I hadn't......I was much happier not knowing that.
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Good luck getting anybody here to care about this!
Every time a debate starts here about 'entitlements' I post the link below. Follow it and download the .pdf report and you will become physically ill. It will quickly become apparent that the welfare problem makes Defense, Medicare, and Social Security look like parking tickets!
The good news is that I plan to get a new computer next week.
I've been on welfare twice in my life. Once, during the 1990-1994 recession, when I was on it for five months, and more recently, during this current economic Charlie Foxtrot, I was forced to go back on it for several months. I assure you that I don't find being on the dole even REMOTELY pleasant, in fact it made me feel like some sort of criminal.
The only thing that bothers me more about the whole system is that in many ways it's like a pitcher plant. It's hard to get out of it, especially when all you can find is minimum wage jobs. There really has to be some sort of more effective methodology than "work or starve" on one extreme and the "nanny state" on the other, but the system really is broken.
I thought the 5 year limit was supposed to reduce dependence on welfare; it certainly brought down the urban black birthrate. If being on welfare long-term means living around people on welfare, I just don't see it as a winning strategy; in fact, it would be depressing.
This is balderdash. I actually know someone on welfare. She can't even buy hot food. If she gets toilet paper, she doesn't have carfare. It is extreme, grueling poverty that nobody would choose.
Education is often touted as a solution, but most people think of traditional colleges and universities. That kind of education has devolved into a racket often handing out degrees worth their weight in toilet paper.
In fact, the potential for self-education abounds. Unfortunately, few are of this persuasion as we've a glut a sheep and a deficit of foxes.
The goal is not to have things handed to one. The goal is to become objectively good at something one is passionate about.
As an employer I want people who are inclined to learn and innovate, not sheep accustomed to being led nor the entitlement-minded who expect a job handed to them because they happen to bear some establishment-oriented imprimatur. I'll take experience and demonstrated self-discipline any day. Energy, enthusiasm, competence...
You must not be one of holder's people then. I used to work for subsidized housing in a small city. The dirty little secret is that certain "ethnicities" are rubber stamped through on these various programs due the fact that bureaucrats don't want any "trouble" from community organizers. Obama's sons and daughters usually have a MUCH more streamlined process.
I actually experienced this with my own two children; one happens to be bi-racial. His application was NEVER EVER audited for reduced price school lunch. At the time I had two jobs, no child support and was the divorced mom of two. (I was married to both of my children's fathers and both children came at least nine months after marriage).
My daughter, who is white, had her application CONSISTENTLY audited each semester. Same financial information on both apps. I asked the school why this was and they acted as though they had been caught red handed. I was even told that my son could get happily bussed to any one of the better city magnet schools, but my daughter had to walk 2 miles through the worst neighborhoods to the worst schools due to the "racial balance" (inbalance).
They even had a little map with symbols for the various races of children and where they could go. Needless to say I threatened to show this to the media and they backed down, allowing both of my children to ride the same bus to the magnet school.
they usually just convert to SSI or SSD for a host of questionable "disabilities."
I can't do much myself now, due to health, but I was a career counselor and recruiter for 25 years. Anyone here who wants me to find them (or a family member/friend/neighbor/co-religionist) a job or a better position, FReepmail me.
She must not be one of "holder's people" I overheard a very novice black caseworker tell a white woman that she was being "too honest" and encouraged her to work the system (the way generations of welfare recipients have done)
Can I dare ask the question whether she buys lottery tickets, uses drugs or alcohol?
Wish i worked for you. Nowadays, companies want cookie-cutters that can easily be replaced.
AMEN! I see the product of the local universities unable to write anything more than their name. . . but I'm sure they are proficient at community organizing. Today's bachelor's degree is equivalent to a 4th grade education in the sixties and seventies. The colleges have discovered the cash cow of non-acredited remedial education due to the failure of the public schools (and parents to actually parent).
I imagine most of that article is accurate, but can't stomach the insane claim that SS and Medicare aren't means tested.
"they usually just convert to SSI or SSD for a host of questionable disabilities.
Yes, the welfare industry has changed a lot since the steps taken to eliminate the multi-generational welfare lifestyle in 1996.
"There really has to be some sort of more effective methodology than 'work or starve' on one extreme and the 'nanny state' on the other"
Gee, if only humanity had invented social institutions between the individual and the state. We could call them "families," "churches," or "fraternal organizations." Naw, that's crazy talk./s
By the way, Lenin's replacement for "he who does not work shall not eat" was "he who does not obey shall not eat." Which I bring up because your "work or starve" reminded me of it. That's the gubmint's (and Tim Allen's) perennial solution: more power. Only it didn't work with Lenin, even, who had almost total power, as lots of people who obeyed starved to death, too.
I wonder how much of that "spending per" money actually makes it to the recipients, and how much goes to run the bureacracy? My guess is most is going to the SEIU purpleshits and their ilk.
> She cant even buy hot food.
Then the money is probably being spent for "Administrative Costs".
I remember reading somewhere that the welfare recipient only gets a small fraction of every dollar spent on the program.
A lot of welfare program spending never filters down to the poor. Social services bureaucraies take a large cut; the overhead percentage will vary greatly from place to place, but I imagine that on average it is very high. Then there is the gaming of the system, with large amounts being fraudulently siphoned off in improper payments to legally ineligble recipients. This leads to the always interesting question of how many $40,000 a year clerks, $80,000 a year investigators, and $120,000 a year supervisors you want to hire to chase people who are cheating SNAP for an extra $30 a month.
On top of that, you have to factor in the often massive incompetence and featherbedding of welfare services rendered in-kind rather than cash. I'm sure the situation varies greatly from place to place around the country, but here in DC, social services have notoriously been used as a jobs and political patronage program. I recall an expose of DC public housing years ago, back in Marion Barry days -- ancient history now -- that showed that it would have been significantly cheaper simply to shut the entire sytem dowm, and buy each public housing tenant a brand new townhome out in the suburbs. DC back then was probably an extreme case, and city administration has improved greatly since the Barry era (not that we're anywhere close to where we should be ...), but this is still a major factor. The system is short-stopping a lot of money that is intended for the poor.
A recent example from a different sector: DC as of 2010 was spending nearly $30,000 per year per student in DC Public Schools (DCPS), by far the highest figure in the country. That's almost Sidwell Friends tuition. While a handful of DC public schools have turned the corner and are noteworthy success stories, the DCPS system as a whole remains a disaster area, although one with a very large, very well paid staff and nearly as many non-teaching as teaching personnel. Welfare tends to work the same way.
If this thread is still alive tonight, I'll be glad to discuss solutions. Gotta get to work so I can pay my taxes. I have a whole lot of social workers and welfare administrators to support.
Every person on welfare should be flown to Haiti or some other 3rd world hell hole to live with a real poor person for two weeks. Only afterward would they be eligible for welfare benefits.
Our poor are only relatively poor. They're the 1% when compared globally. The Marxist argument that wealth creates poverty is utter nonsense.
Thanks to government schooling a majority were weaned on it and now believe it as if it were a sunrise.
Why is she poor? Is physically disabled, severely retarded. etc.?
The country is already socialist. It just doesn't have the name yet.
Good post.
Just got one.
Windows 8 is a pain in the butt compared to XP.
Of course peoplewl would choose it. It's a universally observer fact that people on the margins are induced to choose to go on the dole rather than earn a living. You can't imagine anyone choosing welfare probably because you are far enough above the line to make the proposition absurd. But try someone making only a little bit more than your friend, and the choice turns attractive.
"The dirty little secret is that certain "ethnicities" are rubber stamped through on these various programs due the fact that bureaucrats don't want any "trouble" from community organizers."
No lie: a friend of mine decided to test that hypothesis in CT. He told his wife not to pay the electric bill for three months. Then, just as they were about to shut off the electricity, he went online and applied for aid. The first time, he used his name and actual race (white). He was denied. The second time, he used his wife's name and marked her "african american." She was approved for assistance.
They went down to the office to pick up a check (or complete the process - I can't remember which), and the case worker balked at giving them payment.
She said, "Your form says your black. You're not black."
He said, "No, I'm sorry. We must have made a mistake filling out the online form. Should it matter?"
She left them for a loooong time, during which they saw her talking to multiple supervisors. She finally came back and gave them payment.
That is a TRUE STORY. This guy is a close friend who just visited my house less than a week ago, not some distant acquaintance.
Each time I go shopping, I try to observe how folks pay. I can usually guess if they buy name brands and grab a soda and/or candy bar... usually EBT shoppers using TAX money. Go to Lowes or Home Depot, and those workers who shop sometimes grab something but you can tell they are in work clothes and need the energy fix, but can they really afford it based on this article - here in Fayetteville NC the average wage is service industry being near to a military base, and construction workers are lucky to top $15 an hour. My guess is that in this area that welfare buck can afford a lot of Tide and soda pop at the checkout, but in NYC it might only cover the rent and drugs/alcohol....
She can't buy hot food?
Who gives a damn.
Tell her to do what the rest of us do that have to pay for our own food.
Learn to cook and cook it herself.
Bag of beans and a bag of rice will go a long way.
Throw in a few cans of greens, some corn meal, a little flour, a few eggs, a dab of coking oil, and she's set for the month.
I and a lot of other people have lived that way before at our own expense.
If we did it, she can too.
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Skip to comments.New York City's Imperial Mayor Bloomberg Bans Again (Styrofoam!)
Posted on 02/15/2013 4:54:19 AM PST by St_Thomas_Aquinas
Autocracy: Still pulsing with the power from outlawing big servings of sweet drinks, Michael Bloomberg now wants to run Styrofoam out of his city. Clearly, he believes that everyone has to live exactly as he wants them to live.
During Thursday's State of the City address, New York Mayor Bloomberg called for a ban on Styrofoam food packaging.
It's all a part of his crusade to eliminate smoking, sugary drinks, salt and other items he doesn't like and, hence, thinks no one else should have.
So what comes next, Mr. Mayor? What's the target after Styrofoam? Beef? Eggs? Cheese? Or maybe a limit on toilet paper purchases? Or an outright ban on paper towels? Because paper products do have an environmental impact, don't they? Paper is the most common product found in landfills, making up 28.5% of volume.
Bloomberg is going after polystyrene because, he said, it "is virtually impossible to recycle and never bio-degrades." It is "something that we know is environmentally destructive," he said, and "is something we can do without."
"We will work," he promised, " to adopt a law banning Styrofoam food packaging from our stores and restaurants."
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Get used to doing without, New Yorkers. You deserve it.
I can say this, 'cause I'm from Massachusetts.
New Yorkers have reelected him twice. Like with the foolish people who reelected Obama, only to find their own taxes going up, they brought this on themselves. The only tragedy is that they also brought this down on innocent people who knew better.
This is the "natural" chain of events in any major city. As time goes on, a city like New York becomes a place where more and more people live, and yet less and less really productive work ever gets done. At the end of the day, everything is a "burden" of some sort because you've got 8 million people living in a confined geographic area who are absolutely incapable of fending for themselves and end up living like domesticated animals.
3 times. They voted for him 3 times.
The once tough and unflappable New Yorker has learned to be happily and docilely led around by the nose. There's a lesson here about government.
Bloomers is a Crony-capitalist, nebbish, poor little rich boy, self hating jew, tiny buttwipe of a man...the only reason he is probably not a fag (the jury is still out) is that he has the greatest aphrodisiac of all time, billions of dollars....he decries the 2nd amendment, but whines about how the enemys first amendment rights to worship are being usurped....even though Islam is NOT a religion but a murder cult.....and dont get me started on salt, transfats, cigarettes and sugar
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I'm really beginning to believe democratic form of government can never work. They just can't. Deep down, people want a king to lead them around and absolve them of personal responsibility. It's what happened to the Israelites in the Bible.
well...the ones who voted did.
or they voted for a WORSE democrat, or threw away their vote by making a 3rd party choice or write in.(which, if I still lived in the wormy apple, I would have done).
it is lose, lose no matter how you look at it and the only fix is to take over the republican party in NYC and put up a conservative candidate...who will be voted down for whatever democrat, that those clowns put up.
Next he'll ban dihydrogen monoxide.
In the history of the world, representative government, based on the natural law, is extremely rare.
Don't give him any ideas.
I guess there's no crime in NY and this is why he has so much time to spend on this kind of stupid legislation! < /sarc >
Well, as we know, they put up no resistance to the "usurper." A complete disgrace as bad as slavering for Hillary Clinton to move to NY and run for senator.
Keep On Rockin' In The Free World, Bloomberg.
(How odd is it that things have "progressed" so much from the warnings of a song released in 1989).
Yes. The third time was after he got the term limit law changed to allow him a third term. Will he do it again so he can run again this year?
Agreed. NYC is one of the nastiest cities I've ever visited.
"Next hell ban dihydrogen monoxide."
Now that is one scary name... Absolutely must be banned...
A truly democratic form is probably impossible to MAKE work.
A constitutional republic would work for a people who have morals and fortitude but when the people become degenerate it devolves into a democracy. The spectacle of people who should know better referring to America as a democracy as if it was designed to be a democracy is all the explanation needed for why the country is falling apart. Try to explain to most people that the United States of America was never intended to be a democracy and they look at you as if you are an idiot.
When people are sold the idea that ANYONE who is over eighteen years of age and breathing is a qualified voter there is no way for a nation to survive. Very few of the people who SHOULD be voting want a "king to lead them around and absolve them of personal responsibility" but their votes are overcome by the votes of those who in all too many cases don't even speak English let alone understand one thing about what they are actually voting for and by the votes of those who actually DO NOT EXIST. Vote fraud is an old and honored tradition in this country.
Why doesn't he clean out the homeless shelter formerly known as Penn Station. It's disgraceful that commuters and tourists have to walk past able bodied homeless men and smelly, dirty bag ladies shuffling around. As soon as you walk through the main area you smell bum.
I like that song, but I try not to listen to the words.
It was even worse in the seventies. Pimpmobiles and peep shows. Yeeeech. It puts "Taxi Driver" in perspective.
This is the natural chain of events in any major city. As time goes on, a city like New York becomes a place where more and more people live, and yet less and less really productive work ever gets done. At the end of the day, everything is a burden of some sort because youve got 8 millionFixed.
peoplesoy latte-drinking hipsters in skinny jeans and Ugg boots living in a confined geographic area who are absolutely incapable of fending for themselves and end up living like domesticated animals.
Make that 3. He changed the "rules" so he could run again.....and did so.
Doesn't look like it. But the damage has been done to the democratic process - which, I suppose, was what he and the City Council really wanted, anyway.
Polystyrene burns. Oh, I forgot, there is a burning ban.
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Just how far will the little dictator go? Will he set an example by going through all his houses and have everything that has this material stripped out? Will he have all insulation panels that keeps his houses warm taken out? How about the State Capitol, will he do the same there?
Well, that's what reelected twice means. Elected, reelected, and reelected again. Makes a total of three terms.
Reelected twice is actually more to the point - the first time can be put down to electing the unknown. But then reelecting the now known twice...that's just stupid.
"3 times. They voted for him 3 times..."
And quite possibly a fourth time, as well.
This is New York City — things are different here than they are in "America".
Closing thought: if Bloomberg doesn't run, look for his replacement to be even loonier!
I was listening to some story on NPR yesterday (I know, I know, once the story got my attention I had to hear it through) about how NYC is taking down the "no honking" signs because they haven't made any difference. One New Yorker whom they interviewed was going on about what renegades New Yorkers are and how just seeing such a sign made them more likely to honk their horns. I rolled my eyes thinking, yeah, right, you guys are such renegades, that's why you've repeatedly elected a nanny who lays down the law regarding what size soft drinks you can have, your salt intake, laws in opposition to your 2A rights, etc, and you're all out marching in the streets in protest to this nanny statism. What rugged individualists!
Keep in mind that people driving and presumably honking in NYC are not New Yorkers. No one who lives there drives there.
Thanks for the reminder.
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By Michael Thompson, Benjamin Isgur, and Serena FoongToday, there's no sure thing when it comes to healthcare—except ever-increasing costs. Employers understand that to confront the problem, they must question every aspect of their benefits strategies. And performance and results are becoming the new criteria by which everything is assessed. Michael Thompson, PwC's health industry leader for employers, and Benjamin Isgur and Serena Foong, research leaders with PwC's Health Research Institute, discuss the challenges and solutions that proactive companies are pursuing this year and in the future.
The healthcare problem certainly isn't new. But the recession, ongoing healthcare market changes, and the lingering prospect of healthcare reform have increased the pressure US businesses are feeling. Something's got to give—and employers realize this means reevaluating everything they are currently doing as well as asking themselves, Are we maximizing the value of our healthcare dollars? Are we having a positive impact on our people's health and their performance? How do we know?
While federal analysts recently reported that US health spending grew only 4.4 percent in 2008—its slowest rate in nearly 50 years—overall health spending, which reached $2.3 trillion in 2008, or $7,681 per person, still increased faster than the overall economy. Health spending was 16.2 percent of gross domestic product, up from 15.9 percent in the year prior.1 For 2010, PwC forecasts a 9 percent growth in medical costs, which is slower than in previous years but which will still outpace both inflation and workers' earnings increases.
Employers are considering new approaches and revisiting existing ones.
To help offset those growing costs and help ensure they're getting returns on their healthcare investment, employers are considering new approaches and revisiting existing ones. Strategies that top their lists include (1) developing a culture of health wherein employees are better engaged in their own health and productivity, (2) realigning incentives to promote and reinforce better health behaviors and more-thoughtful healthcare consumption, (3) reexamining healthcare delivery to reduce gaps in evidence-based care and channel toward higher-value models, and (4) collaborating with their vendors to drive better outcomes and help bend the curve in healthcare costs.
In a recent PwC survey, when employers were asked which strategies they plan to implement over the next two years, improving wellness, along with increasing cost sharing, led all responses,2 yet there was a high degree of skepticism about the effectiveness of these approaches.
Says Jim Greenwood, CEO of healthcare service provider Concentra, Inc., "The past year's focus on healthcare reform has brought a lot of important issues to the forefront, most importantly the rising cost of care. Employers continue to seek ways to trim their healthcare costs while still being competitive in the market with a fair health benefit offering. Instead of eliminating benefits, more employers are implementing comprehensive health programs that positively impact the health of the workforce and reduce healthcare costs for the company and the individual."
Key drivers of healthcare value
1 Micah Hartman, Anne Martin, Olivia Nuccio, Aaron Catlin, and the National Health Expenditure Accounts Team, "Health spending growth at a historic low in 2008," Health Affairs, January/February 2010.
2 PwC's Health Research Institute, Behind the numbers: Medical cost trends for 2010.


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"Summer Babe"
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Veruca Salt
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