piecesofme
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Sept 23, 2015 18:34:42 GMT
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Post by piecesofme on Oct 27, 2015 21:43:43 GMT
When I used to go to retreats I would cringe when they would put on movies, I used to put in my headphones and put on my favorite tunes or go for a walk or a nap in my room  |
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Post by Freefallfast on Oct 28, 2015 1:16:54 GMT
Whispering Pines is in Wisconsin and whispering Prairie is in Minnesota.
I went to whispering prairie and have never been to Whispering Pines.
both are probably equally lovely. lol!
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Post by mrsshampoo on Oct 28, 2015 1:36:34 GMT
I could go either way-movie or no movie. But, I think for a retreat style event, croppers should provide their own background noise of their choosing. If they want to watch a movie, pull it on the laptop with headphones kind of thing.
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Post by jameynz on Oct 28, 2015 6:07:02 GMT
Hmmm, thinking of the thread Crop Nightmare Stories.....
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Post by Lori McMud on Oct 29, 2015 0:46:29 GMT
Miklynnn - That looks like a beautiful retreat.
I have been to Keepsake Cabin and Whispering Prairie. Both very nice. I liked Keepsake Cabin as there were no steps to the scrap room. That was the only thing about Whispering Prairie - too may stairs.
I go to Pheasant Run and Willow Ridge (both in Hutchinson). They are about half an hour from my house and they are both really nice houses. Willow Ridge has a pedicure room and there are a couple ladies that can be booked to come and do pedicures. You can also have a massage lady come as well.
I have been to a couple in Wisconsin too, but one has mostly stopped booking retreats Beaver Lake Lodge (they retired and are using it as their cabin) and I can't remember the name of the other one - in star something Wisconsin.
Lori
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Post by Freefallfast on Oct 29, 2015 1:45:46 GMT
A friend owns Whispering Prairie and is always thinking of a way around those darn stairs.
Keepsakes I've been 10 years in a row and love it.
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Post by calbear on Oct 29, 2015 2:33:26 GMT
I could go either way-movie or no movie. But, I think for a retreat style event, croppers should provide their own background noise of their choosing. If they want to watch a movie, pull it on the laptop with headphones kind of thing. I agree headphones should be required!! I can't stand it when someone is watching YouTube or a movie and they have the volume cranked up high. Thank you for NOT sharing!  |
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Post by mikklynn on Oct 29, 2015 15:24:55 GMT
lori McMud At Whispering Pines, they let us drive around to the back walkout area to load/unload our stuff. I can't imagine trying to lug my heavy scrapping supplies down a flight of stairs.
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Post by TracieClaiborne on Oct 29, 2015 19:20:49 GMT
I've never heard of movies being on at a crop! That would drive me batty! You can't follow along with the movie while you're scrapping so what's the point? I never enjoy the music picked either though. I prefer silence or chit-chat. I don't mind 80's music or 70's singer songwriter but that's never what seems to be picked. This is reminding me of why I stay home. haha!
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Post by gmcwife1 on Oct 30, 2015 18:51:29 GMT
All in all it turned our okay. I was able tune it out and have fun. Got 45 cards done so I feel like I was productive. That is awesome!!! |
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Post by cmpeter on Nov 1, 2015 3:56:23 GMT
I almost always bring my ear buds. I forgot them last crop and everyone else wanted to listen to a baseball game on the radio. I don't follow baseball and am not a fan of listening to a game on the radio. I ended up leaving and going to my room to read. I won't forget my ear buds again!!
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Post by 950nancy on Nov 1, 2015 4:26:21 GMT
I almost always bring my ear buds. I forgot them last crop and everyone else wanted to listen to a baseball game on the radio. I don't follow baseball and am not a fan of listening to a game on the radio. I ended up leaving and going to my room to read. I won't forget my ear buds again!! Not a sports fan. The background noise of the crowd makes me stabby. If I had to listen to that at a crop I would go take a nap. I just want to visit and hang out. |
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