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This is a first for me. I read it to DH and he said to tell her I am full. I decided to answer - my responses are in bold. She just has a few things (choke) I have to do for 1-night of revenue. I am up in the air as to whether I want the booking.
I am looking for one night’s lodging. I would arrive at around 6 p.m. on Friday, June 25 for one night. If the G room is still available for that date, please read on.
I have Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS). I would need to know:
I realize it looks like a daunting list of considerations, but I find people prefer to know everything up front rather than not knowing about something and then having me get sick. I have stayed in B&B’s/cottages before and it worked out well. I don’t think the owners found the preparation too much. I’m really quite easy to get along with, I just have to be very careful about being exposed to chemicals, especially petrochemicals and fragrances.
If you think you can accommodate me for Friday, June 25, please let me know.
If you feel this inn will meet your needs, please call to make the reservation. xxx-xxx-xxxx. If not, we understand and hope you have a very pleasant trip.
I am looking for one night’s lodging. I would arrive at around 6 p.m. on Friday, June 25 for one night. If the G room is still available for that date, please read on.
I have Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS). I would need to know:
- That the floors in the guestroom are hardwood and/or ceramic, not new laminate or vinyl. (Rugs of cotton, wool or other natural fibres are fine.)The floor in the ensuite bathroom is linoleum that was laid in 2006 when that bathroom was created. The bathroom in the H Room is tile. I honestly have no idea as to the fiber in the area rug in the G Room. It has very low nap and has been there for at least 13 years.
- That no chemicals are used in cleaning. (Vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice or unscented natural cleaning products are okay.) This can be done
- That there are no scented candles, pot pourri, air fresheners or fabric refreshers used in the rooms I would be in. I would have to look re candles or pot pourri to remove - I do not use fabric softeners or air fresheners
- That there are no new soft furnishings in the guest room, or that they could be removed before I arrive. If you mean chairs there is nothing new and drapes have been up since Christmas so I would not call that new
- That if you use scented laundry soap, the bed linens, pillows and towels would be removed before I arrive. (I would bring my own.) We use perfume-free, dye-free laundry detergent and no softeners whether the dryer or line-dry has been used
- That scented soaps and shampoos would be removed from the bathroom. (I would bring my own.) Since I use liquid soaps, removal of the chambers is not a problem.
- That the house is not near fields that will be sprayed or factories that emit chemicals. West Virgina has few factories (the United States has very few factories left!), we are downtown
- That the guestroom is not near the laundry room. None of my rooms are near the laundry area
- That the guestroom windows open and are not near laundry vents, chemical storage or gasoline. (lawnmowers, etc.) All my windows open - one window in each room is occupied by the A/C unit and our lawn mower is electric
- That the room could be aired out before I arrive. As I said above, my windows open
- That I could perhaps take my breakfast out on the porch to avoid perfume and other scented products worn by fellow guests. My guests are always welcome to take breakfast on the porch
- That I could possibly have a gluten-free, yeast-free breakfast. (This isn’t absolutely necessary, but it is healthier for me.) I also react very badly to peaches, apricots, and mangoes for some reason, so I must avoid those fruits. Thank you for telling me about the fruit - that is easy and gluten-free is not a problem
- That your home is smoke-free. By WV State Law, all B & Bs of 6 rooms or less are smoke-free
- That John’s painting supplies wouldn’t be in rooms/areas where I would be. John's medium is colored pencil, I doubt if that would affect anyone
I realize it looks like a daunting list of considerations, but I find people prefer to know everything up front rather than not knowing about something and then having me get sick. I have stayed in B&B’s/cottages before and it worked out well. I don’t think the owners found the preparation too much. I’m really quite easy to get along with, I just have to be very careful about being exposed to chemicals, especially petrochemicals and fragrances.
If you think you can accommodate me for Friday, June 25, please let me know.
If you feel this inn will meet your needs, please call to make the reservation. xxx-xxx-xxxx. If not, we understand and hope you have a very pleasant trip.