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kids: I Can't Leave the Office Yet, My Kids Have Not Finished Their Game - 09/15/10 05:32 PM
When following my blog you know I have my kids around me while working a higher percentage of times then most agents probably do.  In fact the inspiration of this post is that I am sitting in the office, emailing listings, following up on emails and so on.  I did that … (1 comments)

kids: The Balancing Act - 08/17/10 12:26 PM
One of the biggest challenges we all have is balancing time working, time with family and time doing other activities.  This summer I have been working 2-3 days a week with my kids hanging out with me.  On occasion for short periods of time I will bring them into the office.  … (3 comments)

kids: Its Official. I Do Have a New Pet - 03/24/09 11:33 PM
I posted this a couple days ago We Might Have a New Pet. It seems now to be official; we do have a new pet.  Its a CAT and it is living in the garage.  The kids can bring it inside, but it can't stay in the house. I am just … (10 comments)

kids: We Might Have a New Pet - 03/22/09 08:38 AM
I am not a pet guy. I did grow up on the farm so I spent alot of time taking care of animals.  We had cats and dogs but I decided they were not for me.  Its hard enough keeping up with things with two active kids ( 5 and 7 … (10 comments)

kids: Dancing with the kids! - 10/21/08 09:55 PM
Everyone needs to have a little fun each day!  For me and the kids we like to put in a couple cd's and just dance around and be silly!  Of course I close the shades so the neighbors don't see us jumping all over. I say jumping because I don't know … (3 comments)

kids: Oops I missed the debate... - 09/26/08 09:23 PM
Not really. I think its still on. I watched a little and was interested, but the kids kept asking questions like...
1) Why do we need a new president? Did George Bush Die?
2) Who are you voting for? 
3) Whats Iraq?
4) Whats the man that looks like he is … (8 comments)

kids: Kids and Work...do they mix - 07/27/08 10:47 AM
Good thing its Sunday, so its not a high pressure work day, but I am in the office just trying to get a few things done and I am working in the computer workstation area where there are three computers so I can work on one computer and my kids can … (4 comments)

kids: Kids Bring Great Joy! - 07/09/08 10:42 PM
I thought I would share this.  All parents know that kids can bring great joy!  (I know not always, but look at the good!)  My daughter (Chloe), who turns seven in 2 days always make sure we read bible stories before bed. They are my favorite to read! 
"Daddy I want … (5 comments)

kids: Browerville Days - 06/29/08 06:46 AM
Once a year my small hometown of Browerville, MN has their Browerville Days celebration.  Former graduates and residence travel a long ways to come back to Browerville for the celebration.  I talked to one person in the Military and stationed in Italy.  Another couple who live in Omaha, and one person from … (4 comments)

kids: Bring The Kids to the Office Day - 06/19/08 06:06 PM

My kids keep asking me if they can go to Re/MAX...so tomorrow is the day.  They get to come into the office with me!  They have been there before and mostly on weekends while I am getting some office work done. They like to play games on the computers.  They … (8 comments)

kids: Sharing a letter from my sister to her church - 06/16/08 12:19 PM
Everything you put your hand, heart and mind too will prosper!
"Thus, then, shall it be: if you continue to heed the voice of the LORD, your God, and are careful to observe all his commandments which I enjoin on you today, the LORD, your God, will raise you high above … (2 comments)

kids: My First Sun Burn of the Year - 06/14/08 09:40 PM
I have done a great job keeping my pale skin out of extended sun all year.  One reason is because there has not been that much sun in Minnesota so far.  Today it was a beautiful day!  Not right now. I think a tornado is happening outside....crazy winds, rain, thunder, lighting, … (6 comments)

kids: Family Weekend - 06/06/08 08:46 AM
It should be an interesting couple of days.  Tomorrow one of my cousins is getting married up in Fargo, ND.  I am meeting my sister, mom, dad, and brother and we are all riding up there together. I can remember when the last time we were in a vehicle together.  I … (5 comments)

kids: Minnesota Weather - 04/25/08 06:29 PM
I was born here and may never leave here, but its not because I love the weather.  This weekend its supose to rain all weekend and maybe snow. In fact place north of the twin cities are getting snow. I hear I-94 near Alexandria is shut down because of the snow.  … (5 comments)

kids: Try to work from home with the kids... - 03/21/08 06:45 PM
Yes! I am on my second post about my kids today.  See the earlier post:  My kids wanted to shovel the driveway...
My kids are great!  I was working hard to wrap some things up before the weekend.  So I let the kids play. They play well together, and you might not know … (10 comments)

kids: My kids wanted to shovel the driveway... - 03/21/08 03:37 PM
Another winter wonderland in Cambridge, MN. My kids are 4 and 6 so I was not expecting much when they offered to shovel the driveway.  Here is what I got:
They managed to move around some snow but that was about it.  It did help because when I shoveled the driveway, having … (12 comments)

kids: 1% Better Each Day- TOPIC #2 - FAMILY (Share Your Tip) - 03/10/08 10:06 PM
One of the most difficult things for most Real Estate agents is to balance their schedules and give enough time to their families.  I am certain there are many people who will read this that are much more of an expert on this area that I am.  However, the encouraging thing about … (2 comments)

kids: Taking Kids On Showings - 03/05/08 10:07 PM
Yes, I take my kids on showings every now and then. Typically its either with a customer that I have been working with for a while or with a customer that wants a quick showing on the weekend.  I don't think its ideal to take kids on showings, but most of … (13 comments)

 
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