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Almost Wordless Wednesday -Ever Wonder What 2 Feet of Snow Looks Like? - 02/29/12 01:10 PM
 
 EVER WONDER WHAT 2 FEET OF SNOW LOOKS LIKE....
well, now you have !
 

 
I just had to post this photo I received in an email today.  It really made me laugh.  I am just thankful we didn't haven't had much snow this winter.  Hard to believe that yesterday it was 67 degrees .... loving it!
 
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Volunteers Needed for the Wall Raising of the Almost Heaven Habitat For Humanity Earth Day Build House - 02/27/12 05:23 PM
Volunteers Needed for the Wall Raising of the Almost Heaven Habitat For Humanity Earth Day Build House  Almost Heaven Habitat For Humanity has started building another home in White Sulphur Springs, WV.  On February 1, 2012, Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity broke ground for the house in partnership with Colette Godfrey and her family.   On February 18th, team members at Lewis Nissan in Beckley, WV, and some community volunteers helped frame the walls.  On March 3 Habitat will be raising the walls and needs volunteers.
At least 20 volunteers are needed for the wall raising event - men, women, youth, folks … (13 comments)

Help Fight Cancer - 02/26/12 02:59 PM
Cancer is a terrible disease and breaks my heart when I hear about children with cancer. Joe Kenny is doing a fundraiser for a family of a young boy that died of brain cancer.  Please help Joe with this fundraiser!  If you care to leave a comment, please go to Joe's post. Thank you!
 
 
Via Joe Kenny (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage):



Dear ActiveRain Family, In years past it has been fairly easy for me to meet my target goal for the St. Baldrick’s foundation but this year it seems a little tougher.  I have raised $895 … (0 comments)

I have a NEW Facebook Business Page - Please LIKE - 02/26/12 02:42 PM
 
When my Facebook business page was created a year ago I never noticed that the URL was incorrect.  So I had Tammy Emineth redo my page.  

Tammy is so easy to work with and I think did a super job on redoing my business page. I felt very comfortable working with Tammy and her knowledge and skills are superb.  I would highly recommend Tammy for any of your personal SEO needs. 
 
So I would like to ask everyone to please go to my new Facebook Business Page and “like” it.Thanks so much!
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10K Chocolate Chase & One-Mile Support Walk to benefit Lewisburg’s Hospice Care - 02/25/12 03:15 PM

10K Chocolate Chase & One-Mile Support Walk to benefit Lewisburg’s Hospice Care

As part of the  Lewisburg's Chocolate Festival, the annual HospiceCare 10K Chocolate Chase and One-Mile Support Walk will step off at 9:00 AM, Saturday, April 14, in downtown Lewisburg and the Greenbrier Valley Airport.  The events will benefit patients served  by the Greenbrier Valley Hospice, Lewisburg Office.To register for either race or to  become a sponsor, click on one of the online registration forms:
10K Run Registration Form One Mile Walk Registration Form   10K Run Registration Form - The Race will start at the Greenbrier Valley … (9 comments)

Video & Pictures of 15 East Spruce Street in Steamboat Springs, Colorado - 02/25/12 11:01 AM
I just had to reblog this post!  Charlie Dresen does a fantastic job on this listing not only in writing about the wonderful features, he also produces a truly amazing video of the property.  Stop by Charlie's post and see how he makes you want to purchase this house.
Via Charlie Dresen, 970-846-6435 Sotheby's in Steamboat Springs, CO e-Pro (Sotheby's International Realty):
15 East Spruce Street in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
A collaboration of many, the design of this house has a layout that works with contemporary life while incorporating details from the heritage of the west. It is a mix of contemporary … (0 comments)

Mark Your Calendar for the Sixth Annual Chocolate Festival in historic Downtown Lewisburg, WV |April 112-14, 2012 - 02/24/12 11:11 AM


Mark your calendar and make plans to join the Sixth Annual Lewisburg Chocolate Festival on April 14 in historic Downtown Lewisburg, West Virginia. This Festival includes an exciting schedule of chocolate themed events including musical performances, dinners, tastings, and fun for all ages. This is an event you will not want to miss!
Check out all the events.....Thursday through Saturday.....
Thursday, April 12:  Chocolate for Dinner. Chef LeeAnn Rodgers, chef at Blackwell's Restaurant will be preparing a multi-course dinner highlighting chocolate’s versatility with various food and wine. The dinner will include culinary demonstrations and discussion.
Location: Carnegie Hall
Time: … (19 comments)

Married or not you should read this - 02/23/12 02:45 PM
I have never heard this story and find it is just TOO powerful not to reblog.... and I agree with John McCormack .... married or not EVERYONE should read this story.
 
Via John McCormack- Owner/Broker REALTOR, e-PRO (Albuquerque Homes Realty * www.AlbuquerqueHomes.com):
Too powerful not to share.

Ennaid Seyer's Photos
Married or not you should read this...“When I got home that night as my wife served dinner, I held her hand and said, I’ve got something to tell you. She sat down and ate quietly. Again I observed the hurt in her eyes.Suddenly I didn’t know how to open my … (8 comments)

"Gift Money" Acceptable Donors & Required Documentation - 02/22/12 03:44 PM
This is a reblog of George Souto's post.  He provides some great information on gifting money to borrowers.  If you're not sure or get confushed on what, how much and what documentation is required then READ below.
 
 
Via George Souto NMLS# 65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages Connecticut:
A couple of days ago I posted a blog on "Seasoning Money", and ended the blog stating that I would post another blog on "Gift Money" Acceptable Donors & Required  Documentation.  After thinking about that a little more, I will actually be posting at least a couple of blogs on this topic, because the … (3 comments)

Experience A Production live from the famed Metropolitan Opera in New York City | GVT Presents The Met: Live in HD, Ernani - 02/22/12 11:07 AM
 

Greenbrier Valley Theatre’s (GVT) The Met: Live in HD series continues Saturday, Feb. 25 with Giuseppe Verdi’s classic, Ernani.
The award-winning series, which affords viewers an opportunity to experience productions live from the famed Metropolitan Opera in New York City, has proven to be a hit with GVT audiences throughout the season.
Ernani, Verdi’s thrilling drama of passion, power and honor, features four extraordinary singers. Angela Meade, takes on the role of noblewoman Elvira and Marcello Giordani (Ernani), Dmitri Hvorostovsky and Feruccio Furlanetto portray the men who vie for her love.
Marco Armiliato, who led the Met’s season premier … (13 comments)

Another Milestone Met for Almost Heaven Habitat's Earth Day Build House With the Help of Lewis Nissan in Beckley, WV; and a new truck for Habitat - 02/21/12 08:39 PM
 
On Saturday, February 18th, team members at Lewis Nissan in Beckley, WV, and some community volunteers helped frame the walls of a new Habitat for Humanity house, in partnership with Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity and Colette Godfrey and her family.  The “NISSAN Love To Be Green Build” event took place between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM at the Lewis Nissan dealership located at One Plaza Center, across from The Raleigh Mall.
 
The wall-framing event was a part of Almost Heaven Habitat’s Earth Day Build, with construction of the home scheduled to be completed in time for a dedication … (10 comments)

How to Market Yourself and Your Business on Pinterest - 02/20/12 08:22 AM
Want to know more about Pinterest... then check out Tammy Emineth's post below. She provides some good information on setting up an account and how to use Pinterest.
 
 
Via Tammy Emineth (Personal SEO - Website SEO and Real Estate Marketing):
Tips to Market Yourself and Your Business on Pinterest
Pinterest is a highly addictive and fast growing social media platform. If you don't know yet, well, as Gieco says, "what? do ya live under a rock?" Pinterest is a wildly popular virtual cork board to pin up everything and anything you may find online. From recipes and home decor ideas, … (9 comments)

Our First Big Winter Snowfall - 02/19/12 03:52 PM
 
Today around 1:30 I was walking my dog Zeke and it had started to snow  really hard.  It was a very beautiful, quiet, and peaceful walk in the snow.    It is now 6:45 PM and it is still snowing.  The temperature is 32 degrees.  Below is a photo of our first big winter snowfall...a view from my office window
 
 
 
 
 
It is suppose to rain tomorrow, so I guess the snow will be gone by mid-week.  This was not the case in 2009, when we had the biggest snowfall, over 2 feet of snow, since moving … (20 comments)

Lewisburg Rotary Foundation Presents the 5th Annual Diamonds & Burlap Event | LEWISBURG, WV - 02/19/12 12:42 PM
The Lewisburg Rotary Club will be celebrating the beginning of spring with its 5th Annual Diamonds & Burlap event, which will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine Alumni Center. All proceeds from the event benefit the Lewisburg Rotary Foundation’s Scholarship Fund.   Each year, the Lewisburg Rotary Foundation awards college scholarships to graduating high school seniors from throughout the Greenbrier Valley.  This year’s event is gearing up to be the best Diamonds & Burlap yet. The evening will begin with an auction item preview cocktail party at 5:30 pm. Dinner, catered by Bella … (1 comments)

Perhaps it shouldn't make me mad, but it does, Chris Christie- you're an idiot! There's a flag code. - 02/18/12 12:09 PM
This post by Tammy Lankford is about Governor Christie lowering the flag at half mast for a pop star, Whitney Houston.  I totally agree with Tammy this is just WRONG.  You can read the flag code below.  I am so disappointed in Gov. Christie. ... Ms. Houston’s life and death are NOT  equal to those in our Military, Police, Fire and Homeland Security personnel that put their lives on the line everyday!
Via Tammy Lankford/Broker Lane Realty Lake Sinclair-Central GA:
In high school I was loving Whitney Houston.  Had her first few albums and belted out her songs with my girl friends … (0 comments)

The Next Big Thing? :: Pinterest :: What Is It? - 02/16/12 05:34 PM
George Fanucci has provided this informative post on a new tool.... Pinterest ... a new way to organize/ store/ post your bookmarks to web-pages, and to share them.  Over 11 million users as of Dec 2011.  Comments disabled so please stop by George;s original post and leave a comment. Thanks,    
Via George Fanucci (CoreFact.com):
IF you are a real estate professional using Pinterest, or have any tips or questions, please check-in via the comments. (Add links? Yes!)
What is Pinterest  ?!                  A VISUAL tool ...   trying to describe Pinterest is like trying to … (7 comments)

True LOVE! - 02/14/12 03:21 PM
 
I have received many valentines in my 65 years on earth.... but I think this one is the greatest one of all that represents True LOVE!  Don't get me wrong, I love the Valentine Cards my husband gives me every year, but this is indeed the greatest unconditional love one can receive.
 

 
 

 
 
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SOLD 3000 Spout Run Parkway, Arlington VA - 02/14/12 02:04 PM
CONDO SOLD
 
3000 Spout Run Parkway 
Unit D-310
Arlington, Virginia
 
This was an owner/Realtor property for sale.  I tried to sell the property myself, but being four hours away was just too demanding for me.  I listed the property with Helen Chapman, Realtor with HRC Properties, LLC in Falls Church, VA.   Helen new the Cardinal House Condominium better than anyone as she use to be the property manager.  Listed the condo in November 2011 for $240,000 and had a cash deal offer of $230,000....we closed on February 13, 2012.  SWEET!  Helen did an excellent job.  I would definitely use her again and will … (9 comments)

Beating Alzheimer’s? - 02/12/12 05:22 PM
I wanted to share a post written by Marge Piwowarski on "Beating Alzheimer's".  Be sure and watch the video to get this valuable information. An inexpensive remedy that may help you or your loved ones.
 
Via Marge Piwowarski ( US Preferred Realty, inc.):

 
Beating Alzheimer’s?
 
 
I didn't see this on the news, a friend sent it to me. I found it to be pretty impressive, and you tube is loaded with testimonials from people who had cognitive issues and tried this inexpensive remedy.
 
 
See what you think.
 
 
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Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents Leonardo Live | February 16-18| Lewisburg WV - 02/09/12 05:31 PM

Tickets are now on sale for Greenbrier Valley Theatre's (GVT)  Presentation of Leonardo Live
Nearly 600 years after his death, the brilliance of Leonardo da Vinci continues to captivate people across the world.
Although the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper are perhaps the most recognizable of da Vinci’s works, they are just a small part of his extensive collection.  On February 16, 17 and 18, audiences will have the opportunity to experience the largest collection of da Vinci’s artwork ever assembled as Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents Leonardo Live.
The movie was filmed during the installation of the recent “Leonardo … (13 comments)

Carnegie Hall’s Newest Fundraiser | Bootlegger’s Ball, Lewisburg WV - 02/08/12 11:52 PM
Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg, WV presents the first Bootlegger’s Ball
Saturday, February 25, 2012
8:00 PM until Midnight
Step into a secret speakeasy and be transported into the roaring twenties.  Enjoy music by the Jarmovers,
food, spirits, and amusing diversions.  Must be 21 and over!
 

Tickets are $60.00 each and only 100 tickets to be sold.
 
Hurry and get your tickets today - you don’t want to miss this fundraiser!
 
Carnegie Hall
105 Church Street, Lewisburg, WV
(304) 645-7917
 
The 1920s style is encouraged. 
Check out the Video below on “Fashions of the … (10 comments)

Greenbrier’s Chef Richard Rosendale wins Bocuse d’Or USA Finals! - 02/07/12 07:56 PM
                                                                                                                     The Greenbrier’s Executive Chef Richard Rosendale won the prestigious Bocuse d'Or USA Finals, held January 28-29 at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.

Chef Rosendale, a Certified Master Chef (CMC) who has competed in more than 40 international culinary competitions, bested three other finalists: Chef Jeffrey Lizotte (On20, Hartford, CT) who took the silver; Chef William Bradley (Le Cordon Bleu, Cambridge, MA) who took the bronze; and Chef … (13 comments)

Free Online Photo Editing - Picnik's Twin Brother - 02/07/12 04:45 PM
Myself and many others were upset to learn that Picnik.com was closing.  But HOORAY.... Brad Andersohn, Outreach Manager at Zillow and an ActiveRain member, has provided an alternative to Picnik.  Check out what Brad has to say about iPiccy.com a twin brother to Picnik.... THANK YOU BRAD!
Via Brad Andersohn (Zillow - Outreach Manager):
In a frantic scramble last week to find a replacement for the Picnik.com closure on April 19th, I had written a post featuring 7 different FREE photo and graphic editing sites. 
However, some many of my online friends were hoping to actually find a replacement editor that was … (13 comments)

At home in Montana - wintertime or not - 02/06/12 05:59 PM
Grant Sasek writes an enjoyable article about his home state of Montana.  I feel the same way about my state. Check out Grant's blog as he is new to Active Rain and leave him a comment. Thanks,
Via Grant Sasek (Real Estate Pipeline):
I live in Montana. It is February. The pale light of the short days of winter, temperatures below freezing and snow crusted with frost define my part of the world. That won't change anytime soon.
I sit in the office, considering where to call. Enough buyers come into our service that almost anywhere in North America is an option. … (0 comments)

Habitat for Humanity of West Virginia - Donations for the Silver Lining Raffle for the 25th Anniversary - 02/05/12 06:50 PM
 

Habitat for Humanity will celebrate 25 years in West Virginia!
Habitat's first house will be the 25th Anniversary Celebration-The Silver Lining Home located in Huntington, WV.  In order to raise money for the construction of this West Virginia milestone, Habitat for Humanity of West Virginia will be hosting an online raffle this spring.

To help support this cause, I volunteered to ask local merchants for donations. Following are collected donations for the raffle:



Photography by Gary P. Cooper,  Cooper Gallery  in Lewisburg, WV.  Check out Gary and some of his photography.

Raffle Item:
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Almost Heaven Habitat For Humanity Breaks Ground for the New Earth Day Build House and Celebrates Nissan’s Partnership - 02/04/12 02:43 PM
 
Almost Heaven Habitat For Humanity Breaks Ground for the new Earth Day Build House and Celebrates Nissan’s PartnershipOn Friday, February 1, 2012, Almost Heaven Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a new house in partnership with Colette Godfrey and her family.Joining in the celebration were over 30 Habitat for Humanity volunteers and supporters from the community and around the state.Colette Godfrey was born and raised in Greenbrier County and works at a convenience store as a cashier. She is the mother of three children: two grown children and an 8-year-old son, Deshaunte. A few years ago, they had to move … (13 comments)

Lewisburg WV Market Report | January 2012 - 02/03/12 12:36 PM

Lewisburg WV Market Report | January 2012



Take Me Home Country Roads to the place I belong....West Virginia!



Check out West Virginia byways and take a day trip or stay a week and explore West Virginia's scenic byways.  Breathtaking beauty awaits around every mountain curve.

 
January 2012 sales are up by one compared to 2011
Pending sales were down by 3 for 2012
Active Listing were down by 29 for 2012
New listings up by 2 in 2012
Average Days on the Market were higher in 2012 by 134 more days
 
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Fun in the Rain -- Wordles - 02/01/12 07:33 PM
Wordles ... is something new I learned about today. Gary Coles provides a basic and easy tutorial on this software tool... Check it out and watch for more of Gary's tutorials.
Via Gary Coles Latin America Real Estate (Venture Realty International):
I just had a featured post (What is the Last Thing You Taught Someone?) and I promised to write two more posts.  Here is the first one.  It is a basic tutorial on Wordles.  Wordles are "word clouds" that are created from text or from the text on a web-page.  The images can be modified with different colors, shapes and fonts.  They … (9 comments)

 
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Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor WV Real Estate in Greenbrier County

Lewisburg, WV

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Coldwell Banker Stuart & Watts Real Estate

Address: Coldwell Banker Stuart & Watts, 533 N. Jefferson St., Suite 3, Lewisburg, WV, 24901

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