Virgola - immediately after surgery
adorable Virgola - a week after surgery but before her setback
I apologize to my fellow GF club members for not posting last Friday: I was hard-put to find the time AND to be able to contemplate gratitude. Our precious little dog, Virgola, was making a regular recovery from her major surgery for an intestinal occlusion until Thursday night-Friday when she had quite a setback. She suddenly refused all food and water and was clearly in pain. While several vet visits and many tests were inconclusive, the vet feared a serious complication which, without a second surgery, would be life-threatening. We were devastated at the thought.
Fortunately, she got better without our knowing exactly what caused her trouble. So... double gratitude is in my heart today: for her seemingly FULL recovery by now AND... for our Genius Loci clientele. This gratitude is ever-present but there are some periods when I am overwhelmed by our marvellous clientele. THIS is one of those periods!
While there are way too many guests to name each one... each one is remembered vividly. SO MANY of them inspire me in their dedication to a cause, in their pursuit of excellence in what they have chosed to do, in their altruistic interest in others. SO MANY are exemplary in their integrity, their openness, in their kindness and generosity. SO MANY make a real difference in this world. SO MANY go out of their way to express their gratitude and appreciation of what we have strived to accomplish with our inn. SO MANY keep in touch with us, send us their colleagues and friends and return for a second or third stay.
Our magnificent clientele, discerning, aware, informed, and so very pleasant, is our MOST VALUABLE ASSET. To them, each and every one of them who have crossed paths with us, who have marvelled at our "essence of Umbria", who have shared their hopes, aspirations or concerns with us, who have entrusted us with their most special occasions and their precious vacations... I am grateful. We treasure you and will always go the extra mile for you.
Comments (5)
Yay for the guests and YAY for Virgola. She's so cute!! I am happy she is back to recovering, Mary,I know how it is when things do not go as planned with our four legged loved ones. But it sound like she's on the right path now.... great!!!
Posted by Diana Strinati Baur | September 18, 2009 7:26 PM
Posted on September 18, 2009 19:26
Mary, I was horrified to read of little Virgola's setback, and grateful that it all seems to now be behind her. (She looks so sweet, curled up in her blankets.)
Speaking as a former and future guest at Genius Loci, I can only say that I'm grateful that you and your family have made such a wonderful place and fantastic experience available to us all!
Posted by sandrac | September 18, 2009 11:02 PM
Posted on September 18, 2009 23:02
Mary I'm happy that Virgola is getting better. I know what a concern it is. These are members of our family. There is much to be greatful for and I will pray for Virgola's continued healing.
Posted by barb cabot | September 19, 2009 7:42 AM
Posted on September 19, 2009 07:42
"Our magnificent clientele, discerning, aware, informed, and so very pleasant, is our MOST VALUABLE ASSET."
...I'm so glad that you feel that way! So many businesspeople just don't get it. Brava!
Posted by Peter @ italyMONDO! | September 19, 2009 10:59 AM
Posted on September 19, 2009 10:59
And I am so grateful that you are there doing what you do-creating an incredible atmosphere for your very lucky guests! I've been lamenting that it's almost October and your weeks for women will be coming up and I won't be there!
Posted by janie | September 20, 2009 4:49 PM
Posted on September 20, 2009 16:49