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Well Parker fans, it was an episode filled with wannabes, couldabes, and shouldabes.

We have many well-known people visit the Parker, and for the most part they are low-key and are here simply to relax and get away from their hectic celebrity lives. They basically want to be left alone and be afforded the luxury of privacy. Then you have the other side of the coin where a “celeb” expects the seas to part, and as far as they are concerned no one else in the world exists or matters. Chris Anthony’s attitude and demeanor certainly seem to lean towards the latter.

He simply needs to buy a ticket and take a trip to the real world. To expect a hotel to provide him with 100 staff members to meet his every need is ridiculous -- PLEASE! The way he treated and spoke to the staff was condescending and screamed of a high...]]> http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/final_words_from_the_magic_man.php http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/final_words_from_the_magic_man.php Thu, 30 Aug 2007 11:05:03 -0500

Hello, Hotel Hotties. Well this week’s episode was certainly one of many lessons. Retta, girl, what were you thinking?! Next time you come to The Parker for R&R, you need to kick Ashley to the curb and come yourself. I have never heard of anyone going on vacation to diet and be quizzed about every morsel of food they are going to put in their mouth! I grew up as an overweight young adult, and I can tell you that it is like any other addiction -- until you decide for yourself to do something about it, no one can help you.

Yes, America, I helped Retta get that Slinky Dog and fries and would have bought her another one myself if she could have eaten it! Vacation is a time to over indulge, especially at The Parker.

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I was on duty the morning Michael did his...]]> http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/keepin_it_real.php http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/keepin_it_real.php Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:00:05 -0500

Hi Parker Pals,

My, my, my, what an interesting and suggestive episode that was!

The guys from the Charisma Charm School obviously did not graduate with honors! I think a great start for all of them would be to keep their fingers out of their ears and mouths, as well as keep their shoes on. Somehow earwax, saliva and dirty feet are not turn-ons for most women (or men). They should definitely heed their own advice and run back to Motel 6. Loved the one line that went something like “I love your dress -- it is very green." GLUG! HELP!

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I thought the employee reactions to The Pleasure Chest products were priceless. Lindsey’s face said it all as she stood in the room. As for the idea of the “love” kit in the mini bar, will it come in caffeine-free also? I can just imagine a kid finding the kit, opening...]]> http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/charmed_im_sure.php http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/charmed_im_sure.php Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:00:04 -0500 Well Parker Patriots, for obvious reasons, I am going to name Episode 3 “Live & Learn!”

Live & Learn #1: "Heater fairies" do not drop heaters out of the sky when it is cold--you have to order them! Michael Twomey, what were you thinking? You are a great guy, but you're in way, way over your head. A big part of the hotel business--and what I teach all of my concierge--is to expect the unexpected. It happens everyday, and you have to be ready for it.

Live & Learn #2: Never send a novice to check in a V.I.P. Since this incident, a manager--usually myself or one of the Front Office Managers--walk all V.I.P.'s to their room. We actually know the North building from the South building and can find the rooms!

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Live & Learn #3: When Mister Parker's is open, never use a wet vac to clean up water--it’s a little noisy....]]> http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/episode_3_blog.php http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/episode_3_blog.php Thu, 09 Aug 2007 15:54:40 -0500

Hello Parkermaniacs! Well, if you love romantic and weird situations, you must have loved this week’s episode.

Vanessa and Julie were so much fun to work with. If anyone out there thinks that this show was scripted or rehearsed, just watch Julie’s face as she discovers the ring -- that kind of reaction would be hard to duplicate no matter how many times you practiced it. The energy in Veri Peri was emotionally draining as Julie made her discovery, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the place!

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And how about my man Nathan? He is too cool, too funny, and too charming. Is he a riot or what? His facial expressions and mannerisms are priceless. I know he has to laugh every time a guest orders ice!

Other outrageous moments: Samir trying to say the word “fluffer” (had...]]> http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/veri_romantic.php http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/08/veri_romantic.php Thu, 02 Aug 2007 20:00:02 -0500 What a night at The Parker for the premiere. The only things as cool as the show was the party that went on during the screening. We shared our excitement with almost 300 people as we sat on sequined sofas or on pillows scattered around the ballroom. The crowd laughed--no hooted--as we watched some of the antics unfold. How about those ping-pong players? I could think of something else to do with those paddles considering their behavior.

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In my next career, I want to become a food critic and eat like that without getting full. Don't know how Leslie did it! A couple quick notes:

My apologies to Michael Twomey for making so much fun of him for biting his nails and giving fashion advice.

Rocio, you DO know how to make a great fruit bowl, and I love working with you.

And the understatement of the evening: Samir? Intimidating? Ya think?! He's a great boss, and,...]]> http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/07/premiere_night_party.php http://www.bravotv.com/blog/johnfederbusch/2007/07/premiere_night_party.php Tue, 31 Jul 2007 12:20:13 -0500