holiday: Keep the Holidays Free of Drama
- 12/19/14 08:03 AM
DON'T GET YOUR TINSEL IN A TANGLE
Take a lot of deep breaths and try these tips for diffusing holiday drama:
Identify in advance who and what will push your buttons
We all have “hot spots” that family members and old friends tend to push. The key is to identify these buttons before the holidays because, chances are, they will get pushed… perhaps even pounded on.
Establish your “sane connection”
This is the holiday version of the buddy system. Enlist a friend from home or a family member that will be available to you when things get stressful … (10 comments)
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holiday: Happy Birthday America!!
- 07/03/13 10:34 AM
Have a Happy and Blessed Fourth of July Holiday!!
God Bless America!
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holiday: Friday Funny and quote
- 11/30/12 01:33 AM
Ho! Ho! Ho! Even Santa played…
The only real mistake is the one from which...we learn nothing.~John Powell
So… this year, I’ll try to do my Christmas shopping early instead of waiting till last minute!
Happy Friday, Everyone!
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holiday: Happy Turkey Day!
- 11/21/12 03:27 AM
Wishing you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. I am very grateful for my family, friends, clients, affiliates and the ActiveRain community not only today, but every day. Many Blessings!
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holiday: Mother's Day Poem
- 05/12/12 09:12 AM
Mother is she who spends sleepless night to make you sleepMother is she who understands you from the very deep…Mother is she who will laugh and cry along with you….Mother is she who teaches how to drink, eat and how to chew…Mother is she who scolds you for your goodMother is she who will support you in any mood…Mother is she who accepts you in any situation…Mother is she who motivates you for your every little creation…Mother is she who gives you blessings at every step…Mother is she who is always worried for your fate…Mother is she who can … (3 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's Valentines Fast Facts!
- 02/14/12 06:24 AM
In honor of Valentine’s Day I thought it would be nice to give you a little background on the Holiday & a few fun facts I have put together! Wishing everyone a wonderful day filled with much love & happiness! Spread the love today!
Saint Valentine's Day, often simply Valentine's Day, is a holiday observed on February 14 honoring one or more early Christian martyrs named Valentinus. It was first established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD, and was later deleted from the General Roman Calendar of saints in 1969 by Pope Paul VI. It is celebrated in … (0 comments)
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holiday: A Man of Peace ~ In Tribute to Martin Luther King
- 01/16/12 08:50 AM
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
I look to a day when people will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
Click on the link below, to see the beautiful U2 music tribute and montage to MLK. http://youtu.be/_HY-WfDPm7s … (4 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's Saturday Shot ~ Clear Skies in Paradise
- 12/31/11 10:04 AM
Happy Saturday Active Rain! Can you believe today is the LAST day of 2011?! It is crazy how fast time has gone.
Wishing you all a wonderful NYE & Happy New Year!
Please be safe tonight!
AAA is offering "Tipsy Tow" & you don't even have to be an AAA member. Just call AAA from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on New Year's Eve/Day and they will take you and your car home for FREE.
CALL 800-222-4357 - This is available nationwide!
Bring it on 2012!
"You can only become a winner if you are … (5 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's 9th Day of Christmas Tips ~ Blogging
- 12/22/11 12:09 PM
On the 9th day of Christmas Caruso gave to me - 9 Tips on Building Your Real Estate Blog! The trick is to not think about things in terms of a “blog” versus a “website.” That’s terminology that you and I use. The end consumer on the other hand just knows that “this” site (your site, whether on WordPress or not), happens to contain the information that they were searching for on Google.
When choosing a domain name, don’t obsess over having a keyword rich domain. Instead, go for something short and memorable. You’ll drive SEO in other ways. Write 5, … (3 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's Saturday Shot ~ Happy Holidays!
- 12/17/11 07:31 AM
Happy Saturday Active Rain!
We had our Holiday Party yesterday on the Hornblower in Newport Beach.
We took a lunch cruise around the harbor. It was a beautiful day.
We couldn't have asked for a more perfect Holiday Party!
We ended the day with a white elephant gift exchange & homemade spiced apple cider.
Looking forward to a grand New Year!
Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday!
" Failure is only a temporary change in direction to set you straight for your next success. Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly..."
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holiday: Caruso's 12 Days of Christmas ~ Day 4
- 12/17/11 06:35 AM
On the 4th Day of Christmas Caruso Gave To Me – A 4 Step Real Estate Marketing Plan to Develop Effective Landing Pages.
Making effective landing pages for your real estate marketing efforts does not have to be a complicated procedure.
Although this technique is made up of two chief areas (driving traffic and also conversions), I am specifically going to focus on the latter part now. Therefore, let’s start to look at the four key steps you need to take to build a successful squeeze page.
1. First, your landing page ought to have … (0 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's Pawfect Holiday Gift!
- 11/30/11 07:38 AM
Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Fair!
This Saturday, December 3, 2011 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at The Irvine Animal Care Center ( 6443 Oak Canyon Rd) will be the Annual Holiday Adoption Pet Fair! There will be over 500 dogs, cats, & rabbits available for adoption! There are also a lot of purebreds, puppies & kittens as well. Plus pet vendors, food & a silent auction to benefit homeless animals. Please consider adding a homeless animal to your family this holiday season. Or maybe someone who is having a tough year could use some goodness in their life. Having … (1 comments)
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holiday: Thursday Funny ~ Wait Your Turn!
- 11/03/11 10:05 AM
So true though isn't it?
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holiday: Caruso's Halloween Week ~ Saturday Shot!
- 10/29/11 07:27 AM
Happy Saturday Active Rain! We have come to another end of the month. Time seems to be flying by so make sure you take the time to stop & just enjoy life.
Wishing you all a happy and safe Halloween weekend! Please don't drink & drive this holiday weekend. Take a cab! The money for a cab isn't as much as the cost of your life or someone else's. So be smart this Halloween!
Happy Halloween Active Rain!
"Let go of expectations and live the life you're destined for. Peace comes only when we are true to … (2 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's Halloween Week ~ Costumes
- 10/26/11 08:42 AM
Are you tired of going as a witch for Halloween? Don’t have the money to spend on a new costume? Don’t fret! A lot of people this year are making their own costumes using supplies you can find around the house. Plus another advantage of making your own costume is you’ll be the only one with it! So take the plunge! Make your own costume this year with these easy directions & you'll save time and money!
Bubblegum Stuck to a Shoe: Raid your closet and find a pink pair of leggings, a pink tee-shirt, and an old (but … (2 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's Top Ways to Stay GREEN during the Holidays!
- 12/21/10 07:32 AM
The holidays are a time for giving, so why not give back to Mother Nature this year by going green? Going green doesn't mean you have to give up turkey and Christmas trees, but you can find eco-friendly alternatives to many holiday essentials that may just save you some green.
Use Recyclable Gift BagsIf you want to keep your gifts a surprise and avoid the mountain-high pile of wrapping paper afterward, then opt for recyclable gift bags or a use the same bag every year. You can also wrap gifts in old newspapers, using the funnies section for kids. … (6 comments)
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holiday: Adopt a dog for the holidays!
- 11/15/10 10:17 AM
Looking for a loving pet to give as a holiday gift? Why not rescue one?
The Pet Rescue Center in Mission Viejo has numerous animals of all ages that need a new home. Today I am going to feature a sweet young Labrador Retriever that will melt your heart.
Marjorie is a black, female puppy that is house trained, purebred, good with kids and other animals, spayed, and has all her shots. When her family got divorced she lost her home and ended up at the rescue center. Do you know someone in Orange County who might want her?
Contact this group to … (7 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's OC Happenings~ Central County
- 11/05/10 08:39 AM
CENTRAL COUNTY
COSTA MESA
The Costa Mesa Bark Park will be holding a fundraiser from 10am-3pm on November 13th. The Annual Howl-idays fundraisers featuring vendors, will be held at the park. For more information you can call 949-733-4101.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY
Today and Tomorrow November 5-6 is the O.C. Chocolate Festival (Fountain Valley Sports Park & Recreation Center,16400 Brookhurst St.). Enjoy chocolates, wine tasting and holiday gift shopping! Exhibitors and caterers will feature sumptuous chocolates, exquisite wines and fabulous gift ideas for your enjoyment. Also enjoy live music, chocolate fashion show, and an array of raffle items to bid on to help … (0 comments)
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holiday: Happy Columbus Day !!
- 10/11/10 09:28 AM
Columbus Day is a U.S. holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 12, 1492. Since, the second Monday of every October is officially the holiday. Take a moment today and remember those adventurers that set out on a very dangerous journey to find what you now call your home.
http://www.history.com/videos/christopher-columbus-sets-sail
If you were lucky to have the day off, I hope it was happy!
And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.
www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com
Best regards,
Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI
2007 President, Orange County … (2 comments)
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holiday: Caruso's OC Happenings~ Central County
- 07/02/10 08:25 AM
CENTRAL COUNTY
COSTA MESA
Nothing to report
FOUNTAIN VALLEY
Registration for Swim Lessons NOW through August 19, 2010.Registration for all classes will be at the Fountain Valley recreation center and sports park. For more information on which class to register for, please visit www.fountainvalley.org or call 714-839-8611.
HUNTINGTON BEACH
Tuesday July 6th at Barnes and Nobel at 7881 Edinger Ave. Kathy Griffin and her mom will be signing their books at 7pm. Participants must have one of their books to enter the signing line and photos will be allowed. For more information you can call 714-897-8781.
IRVINE
Starting Sunday July … (0 comments)
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