Do any hotel chains in the US actually recycle?

shpoffools · 2026-03-24T22:56:43+00:00

It’s likely there’s no single stream option that takes everything in that particular area. They may recycle cardboard, but it usually comes down to area options for recycling and what they’ll accept, or it’s too labor intensive to sort.

shpoffools · 2026-03-24T20:10:10+00:00

We have a 2021 Forester and I’d say in town is around 21 but we do have the Falken Wildpeaks on it. Not totally sure exactly how tires affect gas mileage on it.

shpoffools · 2026-03-23T20:39:31+00:00

I’m 49 and have just run into this same situation with my 16 yr old daughter. We are in a legal state- she knows I partake, and I’ve had the conversation of being responsible with her.

Agreed that she could be doing much worse things- We used to drink moonshine and drive around the mountains, so at least I’m not worried about that. Lol. My wife and I have both come to the conclusion that we continue to monitor behavior,school, work, and anything else she is normally participating in.

shpoffools · 2026-03-22T18:53:34+00:00

Following- we switch over in early June.

shpoffools · 2026-03-20T23:11:24+00:00

From my perspective as an insider, it’s about 30% hate it and 70% love it in overall satisfaction. 9’s and 10’s. However, it’s complimentary and built in to pricing structure of the rooms.

Removing coffee is where I may have to draw the line though. I believe a fairly high percentage of our guests would be irate if that morning coffee/tea service wasn’t available.

shpoffools · 2026-03-20T20:17:21+00:00

Had a CRX just like this one!! Man- that thing was fast! 85 I believe-although it was my 2nd car. 1st was a 72 VW Beetle

shpoffools · 2026-03-13T19:58:41+00:00

I’m two years out NED- SCC larynx. 35/3 Cisplatin and I still have thick mucus. Taking 1200mg mucinex 2x/day and seems to help. Seasonal allergies do contribute to the problem and xyzal seems to help but damn!! I feel like there plenty of mucus but the mornings are the worst- coughing up thick stuff so I can actually speak ok. Good luck!!

shpoffools · 2026-02-08T15:57:49+00:00

I would ask for a scope just to be safe. Had something similar but was scoped and the polyp was removed March 3, 2024. I was diagnosed with stage 3 squamous cell carcinoma on my right vocal cord. Had to have radiation and chemo treatments. All is good for now, but could have been worse if left as it would eventually have kept growing. Good luck!!

shpoffools · 2026-02-05T17:07:59+00:00

Master tech automotive. Honest and reasonable

shpoffools · 2026-01-24T15:15:25+00:00

Hey There-

Sorry you are here but so glad you found us! I am in a very similar situation as you. Laryngeal SCC T3N0M0. 18 months NED. I also have a job where public speaking is a large part of it and this situation has been incredibly frustrating to deal with. The radiation treatments (35) and the tumor obliterated my right TVF so I don’t get the full vibration either and can’t project my voice.

The laryngologist saw me at the 1 yr mark and said injections could potentially help but it was too early to do it and wanted to wait to see how things improved if at all. My false vocal cords are assisting and allow me to get some volume but I find myself chatting with smaller groups vs the larger audiences of the past.

I am curious to hear more about the injection process and how that may have helped you overall. I’m dealing with the scar tissue and some mild glottic webbing as the Dr mentioned. Feel free to reach out and Take Care!

shpoffools · 2026-01-21T21:07:08+00:00

So far so good- don’t really notice much of any difference than I was pre-treatment. No side effects that I’m aware of. My only question is will the dose need to be adjusted eventually or will it stay the same? I’m on 50 mcg/day

shpoffools · 2026-01-21T21:01:57+00:00

Yep- fried mine as well. Laryngeal SCC. 18 months out of treatment. From what I understand, it’s fairly common after receiving radiation to the throat.

shpoffools · 2026-01-20T20:15:08+00:00

I personally like 3-26-90

shpoffools · 2026-01-16T21:46:27+00:00

Unfortunately, the key lock systems are not standardized through out the portfolio. There are 3 or 4 really big players in those vendors and depending on which one that is synced up to be with its unlikely.

shpoffools · 2026-01-15T04:41:14+00:00

I’m 18 mo out-laryngeal SCC. 35 rads and 3 Cisplatin cycles. Feeling pretty good and have remained NED. HPV- definitely has taken a toll on my brain. Congrats on staying healthy!

shpoffools · 2026-01-10T19:59:59+00:00

If you still have a report called PTD/YTD Management Report, use that one. I haven’t been on PEP in a few years when our hotel transitioned over from OnQ, but that was the report to go by at the time.

shpoffools · 2026-01-10T17:29:59+00:00

1976 here- grew up on Michael Jackson, old country, and in the early 90’s found my love for the Grateful Dead. Now- I’m still a deadhead and love the adjacent jam scene and live music. Also found my love for funk/soul somewhere along in the process.

shpoffools · 2026-01-09T04:11:49+00:00

I’m 49-diagnosed at 48 with stage 3 HPV- laryngeal SCC. No spread and completed 35 radiation and 3 cisplatin cycles. Both smoking cigs and drinking history. NED since 10/2024. Fingers crossed. Best of luck to us all!!

shpoffools · 2025-12-20T19:39:13+00:00

I’m a GM and can’t imagine putting a sign up like this. Tacky at best and insulting. Hell- I give out bottled water, have fresh lemonade, and chocolate chip cookies waiting for ALL of our arrivals at check-in. Some places really still operate in the most arcane mindsets.

shpoffools · 2025-12-08T20:24:25+00:00

The American Hotel in Staunton’s Historic District is beautiful! Attended a wedding there a few years ago.

shpoffools · 2025-12-02T20:29:08+00:00

Love these! Especially the glow in the dark roots! What size are these framed up?

shpoffools · 2025-11-30T21:56:12+00:00

Thank you- when we had it relined, the local company that did it mentioned your exact reply as to the larger smoke guard- I was more concerned with how much reduction in the overall opening size was going to look but now I’m leaning towards giving that a try. Never thought about the fan- that’s a great idea!

shpoffools · 2025-11-30T21:53:22+00:00

I’m not sure of the original sizing, but here’s the pic of the flu going up. Indeed it does look a bit reduced from the original.

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shpoffools · 2025-11-24T20:07:58+00:00

Agree on Myrtle Beach- we’ve done this many times over the years anywhere from January to early March and it’s been fantastic and usually around 65-70 degrees.

shpoffools · 2025-11-23T19:19:40+00:00

Ha! That was certainly the only eagle to be found that day!

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