alisha harrison: Washington Realtors storm the Hill in Olympia – offering suggestions, not asking for handouts!
- 02/27/09 02:02 AM
Approximately 400 Realtors from across Washington State descended upon Olympia last month for the annual Washington Realtor Association (WR) Legislative Day or Hill Day. I was one of them! In fact, we had 13 members of our small association in Mason County attend. That's almost 10% of our membership! It was a rewarding day. We met with legislators from our district and presented them with our Legislative Priorities for 2009. The response from the legislators was extremely positive. Relief even, not only were we not there asking for money, but we were also there to provide solutions. And - best of … (3 comments)
Yes, I read the newspapers. Yes I watch the news. But, to be honest, I had forgotten. So this morning, as I was reading blogs on Active Rain and checking Tweets on Twitter, I was surprised to hear cannon fire. Yes, you read correct, cannon fire. I went to my sliding glass door, opened the blinds and saw smoke rising from the signal guns protruding from just beneath the flight deck of the USS Kittyhawk and was reminded that today is the day that we say thank you to … (6 comments)
alisha harrison: Thankful Thursday... a simple one this time!
- 01/29/09 06:40 AM
I am thankful for many things, but I am narrowing it down to one today. Not what I am MOST thankful for, as I did that post already. Just one thing I am thankful for today... I am thankful that it's not snowing today. It's not snowing AND the temperatures are mild! It's not snowing, the temperatures are mild AND the sun is peeking out! It's a great day in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, and I am thankful for that!! I hope you take a minute to consider what you have to be thankful for... and savor it. Make today a … (11 comments)
I woke up on Tuesday morning much the same as I usually do. At about 6:15am my eyes popped open and I sauntered upstairs and into the kitchen. I made a smoothie for my husband and myself and waited until 6:30am when my daughter informed me she wanted out of her crib. She played with her Daddy for a few minutes before he headed off to work, and I set about my day. I fed her, and as I was settling on the couch to check emails and such, I noticed the chop, … (9 comments)
alisha harrison: I almost forgot how much I love this business!
- 01/10/09 10:20 AM
It's no secret that things have been a bit slow in the real estate market as of late. And while we haven't seen things as bad here as in other parts of the country, we have had our own down time. Couple that with the recent addition to my family (check out what I have to be most thankful for) and you'll understand that I've been out of the "game" lately. Luckily I have a fantastic team. They handle the day to day business - showing property and the like and I'm able to work from home. I maintain our website, … (12 comments)
alisha harrison: So when is finding out you drilled a hole in your drain pipe a GOOD thing?
- 01/09/09 07:52 AM
I consider myself to be a handy person. I'm not afraid to jump into a project with both feet. I have been hands on for every project of our remodel. I've framed walls. I've run plumbing and gas pipe. I've strung wire. I've cut and installed tile countertops, floors and even the wall behind the tub. I've installed hardwood floors. I've installed cabinets. I've even hung drywall. Mudded and sanded it as well. I've painted and put up trim. Installed doors and, well, I guess you get the point. So why is it that when I drill a simple hole to … (10 comments)
alisha harrison: My First Thankful Thursday - and be careful, it's a sappy one!!
- 01/08/09 03:30 PM
Don't say I didn't warn you! I start my mornings and end my nights by reciting what I'm grateful for. It's a practice that I've been doing as long as I can remember. My parents taught me that. "Have an attitude of gratitude." Make sure you have a grateful heart. Ironically, I am grateful that my parent's instilled that value in me. So, this comes easy, and my first Thankful Thursday post is my most special. Today, and everyday, I am thankful for my daughter Avery. She is 7 months and 3 weeks old. She is my light. Her smile brightens … (15 comments)
alisha harrison: Reflecting Back on 2008
- 12/30/08 05:29 AM
The end of 2008 is drawing near. It's time to reflect back on the past year. This was by far, the most wonderfully successful year of my life. This was the year I brought life into this world. My daughter, Avery was born on May 14, 2008. I am not a perfect person. I have made my share of mistakes. But I made up for all of it when I brought Avery into this world. She is perfect. She is my light. My husband and I waited many years to get pregnant. We have been together for over 14 years now, … (6 comments)
Approximately 400 Realtors from across Washington State descended upon Olympia last month for the annual Washington Realtor Association (WR) Legislative Day or Hill Day. I was one of them! In fact, we had 13 members of our small association in Mason County attend. That's almost 10% of our membership!;)
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