One very pleasant consulting job for both of us stands out from April 4, 1993
A special Monday as we got up early for driving to Atlanta at 6:00 AM where Pieter had his I.N.S. interview for becoming a US Citizen on April 23!
We flew via Detroit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Northwest Airlines at 4:00 PM.
Upon arrival we had to drive one hour to Fond du Lac where we stayed at the Holiday Inn, now Holiday Inn Express.
Tuesday morning we had to drive about 20 minutes to the mushroom farm of the Floyd brothers John and Richard.
Pleasant work for both of us and we had lunch at John's place, nice and homely cozy.
Wednesday we checked out from our hotel and went to the farm. Another pleasant day with lunch at Richard's home.
For a chance, we were amongst Catholics.
By 5:45 PM we flew back via Detroit to Atlanta on Northwest Airlines and for this trip we both got an upgrade into first class.
Home on Thursday by 2:30 AM.
From Barb I received a written note:
Yes, the address is Mushroom Rd in Eden, Wisconsin.
Very unique!
It sure was a nice upgrade from tourist class to first class and our first experience together.
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Hi Mariette! A wonderful memory.
ReplyDeleteDearest Anne,
DeleteYes, a very special one and also due to Pieter's interview for becoming a Citizen.
Hugs,
Mariette
Bellissimi ricordi.Stammi bene.
ReplyDeleteCara Olga,
DeleteGrazie e voglio stare bene.
Abbracci,
Mariette
That sounds like a fun trip. I once got an upgrade to first class and it was an amazing experience and what a difference.
ReplyDeleteDearest Terry,
DeleteYes, it worked out great for our very long day traveling to Eden and coming back home.
Hugs,
Mariette
I love this memory you've shared with us here, Mariette. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteDearest Martha Jane,
DeleteHad this on the ready for a long time but always other things came in–between.
Hugs,
Mariette
Es el inicio de los éxitos que le esperab. en el futuro. Es bonito recordar a los seres queridos.
ReplyDeleteFeliz domingo.
Querida Antónia,
DeleteCiertamente, no hay muchas parejas que trabajen como socios.
Abrazos,
Mariette
Hello Mariette, Business travel can be very pleasant when you are going to an interesting place and being received as an honored expert (expense accounts don't hurt, either!). I can't tell exactly when I crossed the line, but today the idea of such travel mostly seems very tiring.
ReplyDelete--Jim
Dearest Jim,
DeleteIndeed, this was one of the most pleasant experiences of our mushroom consulting!
The special, courteous treatment by the airlines stopped after 9/11 and never has been the same like before.
Hugs,
Mariette
I love your blog header and especially when you travel back in time to share wonderful experiences. As a travel industry professional I cannot tell you how many times I have flown NWA and how really perturbed we were when Delta took over. Enjoy the weekend.
ReplyDeleteDearest Helen,
DeleteThank you and yes, those were great times and NWA also partnered with KLM, Royal Dutch Airlines. Things changed!
Hugs,
Mariette
What a memorable experience for you together. And knowing Pieter would soon be a citizen of the USA. Loved the photo. Lynn and precious XX
ReplyDeleteDearest Lynn and Precious,
DeleteYes, it was one of our most pleasant experience!
Only 19 days later we went back to Atlanta for Pieter's ceremony for becoming a citizen of the USA.
Hugs,
Mariette
Another lovely memory. I've flown first class only once and LOVED it! A much better way to fly.
ReplyDeleteDearest Lorrie,
DeleteYes, it sure is a lovely memory!
First class, especially back then, makes all the difference.
Hugs,
Mariette
What a wonderful memory, Mariette. I've only flown first class a couple of times. It sure was nice! :)
ReplyDeleteDearest Kevin,
DeleteThat trip was wonderful all the way, working for nice people and the flight.
Hugs,
Mariette
Sounds like some wonderful memories were made on the trip. XO
ReplyDeleteDearest Ellen,
DeleteIt sure was and fond for remembering always.
Hugs,
Mariette
Hej Mariette,
ReplyDeleteEen mooie herinnering aan jullie werk. Bijzonder dat het adres overeenkomt met product van het bedrijf.
Lieve groet Willy
Beste Willy,
DeleteJa, een heel mooie herinnering van alleraardigste mensen!
Het is zeker bijzonder dat ze deze straatnaam konden kiezen.
Liefs,
Mariette
Hello, lovely friend. Thank you for sharing this memory. I have never flown First Class! What an amazing experience for you!
ReplyDeleteDearest Billie Jo,
DeleteWell, on the total of 1,500,000 miles in the air for work, at least this was done in first class.
Hugs,
Mariette
What a sweet and lovely memory...
ReplyDeleteTitti
Dearest Titti,
DeleteThis was a great place to work for and the brothers were very kind.
Hugs,
Mariette
Bryan and I adore X 100 mushrooms. We had homemade pizza last night for supper.
ReplyDeleteIt was yummy and covered in mushrooms, cheese, peppers, artichokes and pepperoni
Hugs Cecilia
Dearest Cecilia,
DeleteGood to hear you enjoyed your homemade mushroom pizza.
Hugs,
Mariette
Mariette !! how awesum for Pieter ♥♥ and look at those mushrooms...today, at the grocery, if one could find some this NICE, they'd probably be 29.99 a quart !!!! =^,,^= ♥♥ enjoy your week ahead ~~~ hugs, laura and mackerull sends trout to the crew !!
ReplyDeleteDearest Laura,
DeleteThank you and sure those were important days for Pieter on the brink of becoming an American Citizen. I followed on December 3.
Our work together at this place was most pleasant and yes, quality mushrooms are often rare to find!
Hugs back to Mackerull from my three kitties and from me,
Mariette
É sempre bom recordar aqueles bons momentos que passamos com aqueles com quem nos identificamos melhor.
ReplyDeleteAbraço de amizade.
Juvenal Nunes
Caro Juvenal,
DeleteNa verdade, tais memórias são bálsamo para a alma.
Abraços,
Mariette
Olá, Mariette que belos cogumelos, faço muitos pratos com eles, adoro!
ReplyDeleteSempre lembramos aqui em casa do seu Pieter!
Querida, fui no seu outro blog e não consigo segui-lo, avisa que há um erro no seguimento.
Não entendi.
Uma feliz semana pra você, muita paz e saúde.
Abraços!
Prezada Taís,
DeleteObrigado e também por conectar meu Pieter sempre aos cogumelos.
Esta foi uma lembrança muito boa para nós dois.
Estranho, não há problemas do meu lado ...
Abraços,
Mariette
What a memory.
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Dearest Regine,
DeleteIt sure was and the kindest people!
Hugs,
Mariette
Olá, Mariette, uma benção da natureza esses cogumelos,
ReplyDeleteum prato com cogumelos é tudo que se pode desejar para uma bela refeição.
Gostei de ler sobre seu saudoso Pieter!
Uma ótima semana, amiga.
Abraço.
Caro Pedro,
DeleteEsses cogumelos de alta qualidade são uma delícia de se ter no seu prato.
Boas lembranças com meu querido Pieter.
Abraços,
Mariette
What a good memory, I would love to travel first glass
ReplyDeleteDearest Jo-Anne,
DeleteYes, a very special memory and first class back then was great!
Hugs,
Mariette
A fabulous memory. It's good to look back.
ReplyDeleteI've been in first class once and it was fabulous. Didn't pay for it. My girlfriend and I were coming back from LA to Sacramento. The flight attendant just said sit here.
Have a fabulous day and rest of the week. Scritches to the kitties. ♥
Dearest Sandee,
DeleteYou got lucky for being treated like that.
Such memories are treasures!
Hugs,
Mariette
What a memorable trip! From Pieter’s exciting journey toward citizenship to consulting for Gourmet's Delight, it sounds like an adventure filled with new experiences. Spending time with the Floyd brothers at the mushroom farm and enjoying cozy, home-cooked meals at their homes must have made the consulting work even more special. And what a unique touch—Mushroom Rd! I can imagine how that first-class upgrade added an extra sparkle to the journey home, too. Thank you for sharing such a delightful chapter from 1993, dearest Mariette!
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings
Dearest Veronica,
DeleteIt was indeed and it was the last one for Pieter, not being an American Citizen yet.
The good thing is that I had contact with the daughter–in–law of one of the Floyd brothers and it still is a family business.
Wishing them well and may there be more such kind people!
Hugs,
Mariette
Sounds like a fun and productive trip. First class upgrades are always a wonderful surprise!
ReplyDeleteDearest Peter,
DeleteYes, that was a very productive and meaningful trip.
The upgrade was fabulous and even more so back then.
Hugs,
Mariette