Movie night, good friends, and leftovers - 11/28/08 09:01 PM
Good evening everyone!  Friday night is by tradition, movie night for me.  My friend for more than 30 years, Louise, and I try to get see a movie each Friday night.  We love comedies, action/adventures, chick flicks, dramas, and musicals, but avoid violence, blood, and mayhem, or stupid.  We laugh, clap, cry, and 'boo' and are often shushed because we enjoy our movies so much. 

That short time of escape allows us to forget daily pressures and worries.  It also has cemented a long-time friendship.  We generally alternate who picks the flick of the week and there is a … (13 comments)

Veggie soup for the REALTOR'S heart - 11/22/08 09:49 AM
Today is very cold here at the beach! (22 degrees)  Winter is not officially here, but the frigid temperatures say otherwise.  I am so grateful to live in a warm home, with a huge pot of homemade soup on the burner!  Have spoken with my sister this morning from the other side of the state.  All is good in her house as well. Aren't we blessed?!  Just learned that my husband will traveling home for Christmas, hooray!  What a nice Christmas present for me!  His business requires that he spend most of his time out of the country.
My business is still pretty … (13 comments)

It's Friday! - 11/21/08 06:55 AM
TGIF…This has been quite the week, but hey, the work week is over! That is unless that bonafide, pre-qualified, cash in the pocket customer calls me. I will forsake my socks and comfy sweats, put on my professional duds, and apply that game face. You know, the one with bright eyes, smiles, and coordinating lipstick. The face that is upbeat, no matter what. I’m ready. My computer is updated, so I can search for the latest and greatest listings in any category. I’ve researched the MLS Hot Sheet for overnight events. My lockbox keycard is updated, so I can make appointments … (6 comments)

Staying positive in aggravating times - 11/20/08 09:27 PM
Today has been a most frustrating day. I was fortunate to have received a referral. Potential client was military, pre-approved, and was scheduled for a house-hunting trip in December. After spending several hours in preparation, I received a call from him that his lender had assigned a Realtor®, not me, to work with him! Hard to stay focused, upbeat, and continually positive. Oh, well..l didn't really need to work for him anyway :) "There is no danger of developing eyestrain from looking on the bright side of things." -- Anonymous Am I going blind? … (1 comments)

T Got Tagged! - 11/20/08 07:28 AM
 
 Amy Hahn tagged me and is trying to teach me how to do neat blogging stuff!  I'm hoping this student is following instructions!
 
Tag you're now it! 
Here are the rules:
1. Grab the nearest book*.                                                                                 2. Open the book to page 56.                                                                                 3. Find the fifth sentence.4. Post the text of the next two to five sentences.5. Don't dig for your favorite book, the cool book or the intellectual one. Pick the Closest.6. Tag five people to do the same
*Can't be the Bible.
I really had this beside my computer when I was tagged.  I was looking for a … (1 comments)

Insanity - 11/19/08 12:44 PM
Was just elected as Pres.elect of the Carteret County Assoc. of REALTORS!  I was president a million years ago in 1995!  This year, no one would step up and serve.  How sad!  So, I was convinced that even with everything else I'm doing, I could and should do this!  Volunteerism at it's best(worst).  You all need to keep this old gal in your hearts and prayers.  Who would have thought that at this stage of my life and career that there would still be a place at the table for a dinosaur.


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Saturday evening dreaming - 11/15/08 04:22 PM
Have been working on international investments today - husband and I will someday retire back to Central America. We've lived in Costa Rica, and will either choose to return there or Panama.
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Technology is a wonderful thing! - 11/15/08 03:20 AM
Still haven't gotten the photo background 'thing' straightened out on the blog, but working on it. Let me know if you can offer assistance.
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Women's Council of REALTORS - 11/14/08 04:38 PM
Today, I participated in a planning session for our local chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS.  Without a doubt, the women sitting around that conference room table were some of the most dynamic, enthusiastic, and professional REALTORS I know.  Our local chapter leadership has planned a year of programming that is awesome.  These programs are designed to enhance our member's professional expertise and further develop them into twenty-first century entrepreneurs.  Amazing!
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Home from Orlando - 11/10/08 01:09 PM
Enjoyed the time at NAR in Orlando; renewing friendships, networking, and working!  Was pleased to hear over and over that our real estate 'adjustment' is actually happening! 
Here on the North Carolina coast, there are great opportunities for real estate...second homes, investing, and also for the first time buyer.  This is a unique area: oceanfront and mainland homes are quite different in styles and price ranges.
I would love to hear from you!
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