September 2013 El Paso\\\\\\\'s Gay Magazine | Page 18

Making your house guests feel as if they took a trip to a nice hotel is how you want them to feel when visiting. Here are a few things to prepare for your guests to keep them happy and cozy in your home: *Provide a large basket of all the necessities and place at the end of the bed:* - 2 body/face towels folded nicely - Bar of soap (yummy ones at Fig Home), toothbrushes, and mouthwash. - Small box or bowl of wrapped chocolate's (hershey kisses) or cookies. - Small tin candle with a calming scent like vanilla, lavender or eucalyptus. - Luggage rack

*On the night stand:* - A covered glass decanter of water with two glasses (found at Fig Home) - A few cut blooms in a vase. - A small alarm clock and a little welcome note that includes your internet WiFi access code. They'll be impressed...and may not want to leave:) Just a fancy tip from your local home boutique, Fig Home...Living, in style!