Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.
Mother Teresa
Very good life philosophy. And that’s what I tried to do yesterday and today. And hopefully most days. I was full of pleases and thank yous. I also complimented the people and their food at each eating establishment I visited. You can always find sometime positive to say.
Now I am Canadian so I might as well say it. I’m sorry. Why? For having so many long posts regarding my birthday. But we experienced so many wonderful things that I didn’t want to omit any of these fine establishments. They deserved the recognition.
So this post is all about Magnolia Springs B&B.
https://www.magnoliasprings.com/
What a gem of a discovery. Richard had read about it and suggested we stay there. I’m exceedingly glad we did.
As luck would have it one of the owners was working outside when we arrived and he quickly ceased his work, showed us in, and demonstrated how everything in our room worked. Good thing he did, especially the toilet. But I’ll get to that later.
We entered into why they call the Great Hall. We had reserved the McLennan Room as it was on the first floor and had a king bed. When traveling I like a king. What a lovely room. Rooms always look especially fresh when they have crisp white linens and this one didn’t disappoint. The bed was very comfortable. Firm but soft too if that makes sense. My only complaint would be the pillows. Very big and thick. But so thick that my neck was at an uncomfortable angle when sleeping. Not the worst I’ve ever slept on. Should have remembered our own pillows. Cute little sitting chairs and comfortable for me as I’m so short. I like sitting in a chair, not on the bed. The bathroom was darling with its claw foot tub. And yes I did try it. So big. And they had bubble bath. Sweet. Felt heavenly.
Now the toilet. Who ever thought I’d be discussing a toilet. Not me that’s for sure. Probably not you either. What a novelty. I’d never heard of it. It’s a Thomas Crapper.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Crapper
The owner told us to pull down the cord (can you see the cord?) and wait until we heard “the growl” before releasing the cord. Oh my. What a loud sound. In my mind not to be used in the middle of the night. Lol.
And how bizarre is this. Richard was reading a book by Peter Robinson, Before the Poison, and had just finished reading this.
A few pictures of the inside of the B&B.
Up in the morning and off to the dining room for breakfast. Oh my Oh my Oh my. Hands down this was the tastiest breakfast I’ve ever had at a B&B. Well done guys. And served by the friendly owners/hosts David and Eric. I especially loved how they described each item including all the ingredients used. They go out of their way to make everything healthy and tasty. Wow. Totally achieved this. All items were absolutely delicious. Best grits I’ve had in Alabama. I’ve never previously enjoyed grits but these I did. Richard is very particular about his coffee and he had two cups. Now that said something. He thought it was very good. And what an additional cute touch with the serviettes. Loved them. So appropriate. And did I mention I love crisp white linens? Tables covered in crisp white tablecloths. Ahhhhh.
I highly recommend Magnolia Springs B&B. A beautiful home that lovingly maintains its historical details. And don’t forget the great breakfast. It’s not inexpensive but not overpriced and well worth it. And did I mention the great breakfast. Haha. So if you’re ever out that way give it a try.
What a couple of days we had. Hard to believe we packed so much into not even two full days. On the way home we stopped into a new coffee shop in Orange Beach but that story is for another day.
Magnolia Springs – Willie Sugarcapps
Take care and stay healthy.
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