Merry Christmas ActiveRainers! - 12/25/07 11:54 AM
Well, the day has arrived and with it little Aubrey Sarah got her first drum from Santa! So now she is armed and ready to do damage! She can drive her mother and grandmother crazy and wake us whenever she so desires!It wasn't my idea - I was going to wait … (9 comments)
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What Do You Do With Gift Paper? - 12/21/07 06:37 PM
Remember that I lived in Germany for 17 years, beginning back in 1972. I was 23 years old when I landed and most of what I learned and habits I developed as an adult came from those years. My mother-in-law was a saint! I hear the mother-in-law stories and must say … (3 comments)
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Christmas Angel - 12/21/07 06:16 PM
Here is the latest photo of that Grandbaby that I am always talking about!!! This was taken at the Publix by Dunedin Causeway last weekend. It is hard for me to look at that photo and see a baby that is not yet a full 13 months old - she just … (9 comments)
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School Is Out For The Holidays - 12/21/07 12:46 PM
Please remember while you are out rushing about for those last minute gifts that schools are now out for the Holidays! That means little ones in the streets at hours that we do not usually expect to see them there. They have more time on their hands and will be out … (1 comments)
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Ever Increasing Immigrant Population - 12/21/07 12:38 PM
One thing I have noticed is an ever increasing immigrant population here in Florida! While these immigrants may be coming into our country via New York and other main ports of entry up north, it does not take too many years for them to discover our sunny shores! Once they do, … (2 comments)
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2008 Home Deals In Florida - 12/21/07 11:32 AM
2008 should prove to the the year to get a real deal if you are considering purchasing a home! With the drop in prices and the ever increasing inventory out there, those who are interested in purchasing will find that they will be able to get more than they had anticipated … (0 comments)
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House To Be Auctioned For $7000. Back Taxes - 12/21/07 11:16 AM
This morning I was greeted with an early phone call from a friend asking for advice - a friend had called her with an emergency situation - it seems that this person's home, which is free and clear, is to be auctioned off for back taxes!!!
I could not believe my ears! … (0 comments)
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St Pete Vinoy Is Sold - 12/21/07 11:10 AM
It is amazing how our large landmarks get sold time and again. At least it is an American company that has made this purchase! The St Petersburg Vinoy Resort Hotel has been sold to a real estate investment trust out of Texas! It seems that they paid $225 million for this … (0 comments)
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Litter Box Blues - 12/21/07 10:57 AM
Here we go again - those homes that are really not ready to be shown! When we walked in the door I could smell it - and unfortunately so could my client! We looked at each other and said, 'well, we know they have cats'. What we did not know is … (0 comments)
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EPA Ruling On Auto Emissions - 12/21/07 10:48 AM
This one really knocks me over! How DARE Washington meddle with states rights - especially when those states are doing something POSITIVE for the environment! This entire situation with the EPA ruling against California makes me really angry!!!! I am NOT an Arnold fan, but this time the governor of California … (5 comments)
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Christmas - The Electric Companies Love Christmas!!! - 12/16/07 08:35 PM
Not really wanting to put a damper on the season, but when I am out walking the dog and look at all of the Christmas lights, I have to think about all of the electricity that is being used. Is this really necessary? We talk about the environment and saving energy … (5 comments)
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Volunteer This Holiday Season !!! - 12/13/07 09:18 AM
Looking for ways to assist others this Holiday Season??? Hospice is looking for people to assist them at Citrus Park Mall in their gift wrapping efforts there. If you have a few hours to volunteer wrapping holiday gifts for Hospice, please contact their Temple Terrace branch at 831/871-8111 to set up … (8 comments)
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Vatican Splendors Coming To St Petersburg Museum - 12/13/07 09:02 AM
This coming February St Petersburg Museum is going to be presenting Vatican Splendors! This exhibition will include the mosaic of St Paul the Apostle from 799 AD. The exhibit will include over 200 pieces of art and historical objects - many of which have never before left the Vatican!!!
The tiara of … (2 comments)
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Axolotl - What Is It???? - 12/13/07 08:53 AM
I ventured across something that I had never heard of before and HAD to share this one with all of you! It is an Axolotl! What is an Axolotl you ask? It is a neotenic mole salamander that originates in Central Mexico, in Lake Texcoco. These adorable gilled little guys can be … (10 comments)
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WHY Would An Agent Ignore The Ants? - 12/12/07 03:54 PM
Here is another one of my horror stories of homes that I have shown recently. I was out showing a beautiful waterfront home with a large caged pool and boat dock. It was a relatively new home (less than 10 years old) and in beautiful condition. The builder had not spared … (8 comments)
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Showing Ruined By Barking Dog - 12/12/07 03:43 PM
I was out showing townhomes recently and everything was going well - the neighborhood is beautiful and well manicured! The complex is brand new and has the latest in gym equipment in the expansive clubhouse. The pool is unbelievably large and they even have a separate kiddie pool! The complex is … (5 comments)
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Calling On All Active Rain Computer Geeks - 12/12/07 03:25 PM
I need help and know just where to get it! If you have seen what Charles McDonald has done to himself, I am looking for free sites out there in cyberspace where I can make facial adjustments like that to photographs!
There has to be a simple, free site that offers all … (2 comments)
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Giant Fish Farming Cages In The Gulf Of Mexico ??? - 12/12/07 03:20 PM
I have been reading about plans to put giant 85 x 50 foot cages for fish farming in the Gulf of Mexico and have to wonder if this will indeed be the trend of the future to keep the masses alive. If you think of the fish as merely something needed … (19 comments)
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Now With Charles Rutenberg in Clearwater - 12/12/07 03:11 PM
We made the switch! Charles Rutenberg in Clearwater is our new home! Just down the street from where my daughter works and in an area I know oh so well! I am pleased to have been able to make the change at this time of year so we can jump start … (3 comments)
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Pink Christmas Wish List - 12/11/07 07:10 PM
IF money were not an issue and I was building a home, I would want it located directly on the Gulf where wind power could be combined with solar to power the entire home year round! My windows would be wind/hurricane resistant and also coated to reduce interior heating, thusly saving … (12 comments)
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My Son Left The Country Today - 12/09/07 06:02 PM
Today my son, Sascha, left the country for Christmas!!! He flew to Germany for the Holidays- to visit his Dad, Step Mother and two half brothers. He will be there until the second week of January! Needless to say,I have mixed emotions on his trip at this time of year. I … (7 comments)
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How About Some Manatee Viewing - 12/06/07 04:55 PM
Here is something that many of you in the Tampa/St Petersburg/Sarasota area may not be aware of -
There is a manatee viewing center at Tampa Electric's Big Bend power plant in Apollo Beach! You can walk out and watch them frolic in the warm waters of the power plant. As the … (16 comments)
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Brooker Creek Preserve Expanded - 12/06/07 04:36 PM
There is a beautiful area in north Pinellas County that joins the corners of Pasco and Hillsborough Counties called Brooker Creek Preserve. This is a unique area of 8,300 acres dedicated to our native wildlife! Here you can enjoy wonderful hiking trails as well as equestrian paths. There is an environmental … (0 comments)
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The Manatees Say Thank You - 12/06/07 04:23 PM
To all of you that took the time to write letters, make phone calls or send e-mails on the manatee issue, the manatees and I say THANK YOU!!!! While it is not over yet, we at least have a reprieve while the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reviews the state's … (2 comments)
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Active Rain Error Messages Again............ - 12/05/07 05:49 PM
Am I the only one out there in ActiveRain land that is constantly getting error messages??? Most of the posts and comments that I have made today have had to be made two or three times!!!! I hit the button to post and I get an error message! Naturally, when I … (3 comments)
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Gulfport Art Walk - 12/05/07 05:40 PM
This Friday there is soooo much going on in Pinellas County! Along with the boat parades and markets, Gulfport is having an Art Walk that is much larger than the one they normally have!
This year they have added an additional 30 artists to the artists structure on Beach Boulevard! There will … (2 comments)
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St Petersburg Open Air Market - 12/05/07 05:34 PM
It is that time of year again - time for Christmas shopping! What better place than downtown St Petersburg's open air market which takes place every weekend??? At this time of year you will find more local artists there than usual. Rather than going to the department stores and getting those … (2 comments)
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Pinellas County's Holiday Boat Parades - 12/05/07 05:21 PM
This weekend there will be so much going on right here in Pinellas County!
Saturday at 5:45 pm the St Pete Beach Holiday Boat Parade takes place! The parade will go along the intercoastal waterway, heading north through Boca Ciega Bay to the St Pete Beach Yacht Club.
On the same day, starting … (2 comments)
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Witch's Brew In Palm Harbor - 12/05/07 05:00 PM
The Holidays are here and the Witch's Brew in Palm Harbor is celebrating with live entertainment and an assortment of wonderful wines!!!! So stop by, meet friends for the evening and enjoy a glass of wine! While you are sipping your wine and talking to friends, you can also have a … (0 comments)
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Breaking the Sound Barrier - 12/05/07 04:51 PM
I received these photos from a friend overseas and wanted to share them! I have never seen anything like this before, but they are photos of jets breaking the sound barrier! It seems that you can only get photos like these in that actual short moment when the jet actually breaks … (21 comments)
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Nikolaustag in Germany - 12/01/07 08:41 AM
On the eve of Nikolaustag the Christmas festivities officially begin in Germany! You see, December 6th is St Nikolaus' Day and on the even prior to his day he officially arrives and brings treats or a wooded switch, depending on if you were naughty or nice!
I remember, we lived just outside … (5 comments)
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