The Five Priceless Hotel Amenities…

… and where to find them on Mount Desert Island

amenities are not just toiletries

When someone mentions amenities, we usually think of coffee machines, shampoo, refrigerators and microwaves. These things are wonderful, and necessary. However, there are amenities that come with a particular room or a specific hotel. They will add quality to your stay on Mount Desert Island, far more than any kitchen appliance can bring.

I list five most priceless hotel amenities below, in order of importance. Before you choose a hotel to stay on Mount Desert Island, decide which of these are most important. Then do the math, and figure out whether the difference in price is worth it.

#1: Special Consideration for those traveling with you

Before anything else, choose amenities which will help meet your special needs, and the needs of your traveling companions.

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Is it time to quit, or time to stick around?

Move from the job you hate to the job you love

If you don’t like your job, you really should quit as soon as possible. Find out how, below, by clicking here.

More than 70 percent of those in the workforce aren’t happy with where they work. If you do the math, you spend 30% of your waking hours at your job. So you definitely need to love where you work.

Dead end jobs are not meant to be a place to settle down. They are stepping stones as you make your way toward a great job you can pour yourself into with joy. 

When we left the story last time, I was on the journey from Financial Disaster to Financial Freedom.

Then in mid-July of 2019, my transfer from Walmart Chicopee to Ellsworth allowed me to be closer to my family. I jumped right in to a full-time position at Walmart, with benefits. The move came with a big plus: I arrived just in time to enjoy the Maine summer weather I missed so much.

A “comfortable” position

Walmart was a step forward... but eventually, I had to quit.
Yes, I really did work at Walmart Chicopee!

Working as a CAP2 stock worker at Walmart is like a gym pass where they pay you to work out all day. I was in the best shape in my life! And I was really good at unloading the truck, so I did it a lot. God blessed me with a lot of great friends among coworkers and customers, friends who are still my friends today.

Before I continue, I must say that this move back up to Maine would not have been possible without the help of Ellsworth Assembly of God. A family in the church allowed me to live in their trailer in the church parking lot. What a blessing it is to be part of a church family that truly cares for strangers, and each other!

If you don’t have such a family, I really encourage you to find one as soon as you can.

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The Bar Harbor Tea Company on Mount Desert Island

All-natural teas artfully blended since 2006

Lots of people love their cup of coffee, or tea, in the morning. Some brew it themselves, while others pick up their favorite blend at their favorite store. For others, an instant coffee single does the trick.

I love the rainbow of tea cups at the Bar Harbor Tea Company!

But in my home, I’m a huge fan of a cup or a glass of tea.
In Chad, Africa, tea drinking is very simple, very sweet, and very hot. Culturally, tea is served to welcome old friends and celebrate new acquaintances.

Since I have returned to the US, I have consumed more iced tea than hot tea. And thankfully, the Bar Harbor Tea Company has the resources and accessories for both kinds.

The Bar Harbor Tea Company gives you a sense of coastal Maine coziness. When you step inside for a closer look, you will be amazed by the colorful display of teapots that are lined up to greet you. It should be easy to find a teapot or teacup to match your personality, due to the wide variety of colors and styles available.

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