As "second-timers" at Brad's, we were already old friends and so felt even more at home than we had three years ago -- though we wouldn't have though that possible, since, right from the first email waaaay back then, we could tell that Brad was and is a SUPER host, in every way, and, more important, a SUPER person. His thoughtfulness, openness, provision of [plentiful!] snacks and beverages and a my-refrigerator-is-your-refrigerator attitude (and the fridge is well-stocked, let me tell you!) all say WELCOME, as do the right amount of towels, the now-so-comfy bed, a reading light on each side of it, wastebaskets in both bathroom and bedroom (very convenient), the whole place's being wonderfully clean and light and airy -- with live plants, too! -- well...even if it weren't also nicely situated, and even without his terrific restaurant recommendations and "laundry service," this place'd be a joy to stay in!