Weekly Words of Wisdom - 10/29/10 08:57 AM


 
 
Happy Friday to all!
I hope that your week is wrapping up nicely, and I trust that while I was out of town last week things went well for you.  We had a fabulous trip back to Kentucky for my nieces wedding.  The weather was amazing, the "event" was fun and it was just great to see so many of my family members.  As a matter of fact, I got to meet three of my nieces for the first time and my sisters new husband!! 
Enjoy this weeks quotes and I will be back next week with … (7 comments)

Have a safe and fun Halloween - 10/27/10 11:45 AM

 
 
Halloween is a fun holiday, a time to dress up, let loose and of course (young or old) eat lots and lots and lots of candy.  Whether you are big or small, you want to be cautious when it comes to costumes, candy and parties.  Here are a few tips to keep you and your little trick or treaters safe this spooky season.
1.  If you plan to be out trick or treating in your costume wear bright reflective costumes or add strips of reflective tape to them so you'll be more visible.  Also make sure the costumes … (3 comments)

Jenkins Creek Park Reopening - 10/18/10 09:08 PM


Jenkins Creek Park Reopening
Ribbon Cutting and Volunteer Recognition Event
October 23, 2010         12:30 PM
The City of Covington would like to invite you to join them in celebrating the reopening of Jenkins Creek Park!
On Saturday, October 23rd, the city will conduct a ribbon cutting ceremony to property reopen Jenkins Creek Park.  Immediately following, the city will honor all volunteers who have made a difference in Jenkins Creek Park and who have helped to make this reopening come sooner than expected. 
The event will be held at the west side of the upper meadow of Jenkins Creek Park … (0 comments)

Community Theatre - 10/17/10 07:59 PM
ManeStage Theatre Company
Sumner, WA  /  A non-profit Community Theatre
 
ManeStage Theatre Company is a family of creative artists committed to producing dynamic drama that enhances the moral imagination.  They seek to be a haven for creative artists of all ages to utilize their gifts for the "Greater good," to stimulate and educate audiences from all walks of life and to serve the community by producing professional, family oriented entertainment. 
They are currently performing Jane Austen's best selling classic love story - Pride & Prejudice, The Musical.  The show opened last night and runs through October 24th. 
 
 
All performances … (0 comments)

Weekly Words of Wisdom - 10/15/10 10:59 AM

 

Happy Friday to all!
I hope this finds you having a wonderful day.  Things are just peachy in my corner of the world :)
For those of you who follow my Weekly Words of Wisdom, I wanted to let you know that I won't be sharing any quotes next Friday.  We are flying to Kentucky to attend my nieces wedding.  I am really looking forward to a few days in town with my family.  I hope whatever you do next Friday, it is equally as fun. 
See you in two weeks!
...geri
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A bend in the … (5 comments)

Laughter is an Instant Vacation - 10/14/10 06:37 PM

The Laughter Movie
 
As many of you that follow my Weekly Words of Wisdom know, I LOVE quotes.  Those short phrases that can bring a tear to your eye, a lightness to your heat, a chuckle to your belly...  Well today I came across a movie from Simple Truths called, "Laughter is an Instant Vacation." 
These certainly brought a "chuckle" to my belly and and I hope they will to yours too.  It is amazing how a bad day can turn good with just a hearty laugh.  I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. 
Have a good … (9 comments)

Weekly Words of Wisdom - 10/08/10 10:42 AM

 

 
 
 
Happy Friday to all!
 
I hope that your week is wrapping up nicely.  We've had a nice start to October in my little corner of the world.  The month started dry AND we even had some sun - how special is that!   But they have said to get your boat built, we are suppose to make up for it over the weekend.
I hope wherever you are, you are having a beautiful fall.  Enjoy the selection of quotes and I will see you again next Friday with more.
....geri
 
 
 
 
 
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Recycling Event - 10/06/10 04:18 PM

 
 


RECYCLING EVENT
When:  Saturday, October
             9 AM - 3 PM
Where:  Kentwood High School (senior parking lot)
              25800 164th Ave SE    Covington, WA
 
 
 
 
It is time to clean out your home and garage and take your unwanted computers, printers, fax machines, phones, speakers, radios, game systems, tv's, VCR's, refrigerators, anything with a plug, any size appliance, car and computer batteries, medical equipment, furniture, ink toner and cartridges, lawn mowers (but please empty gas and oil), tools, exercise equipment and BBQ's. 
Donations are gladly accepted.  Minimum suggested donations are $10.00 for smaller … (0 comments)

Snapshot of the Market - 10/02/10 04:32 PM

Here is a quick look at what it going on in the real estate market in our area, zip code 98042...
There are currently 323 homes for sale with prices ranging from just under 100,000's to just under 3 million.
1 and 2-bedrooms homes for sale:  11 3 bedroom homes for sale:  150 4 bedroom homes for sale:  132 5+ bedroom homes for sale:  30  
There were 31 homes that sold in September, 2010.   24 were re-sale homes and  7 were new construction.
A further breakout shows what type of homes sold..,.
New Construction:  19.5% Bank Owned:  19% Short Sales:  13% Regular Re-sales:  48.5%  
The average … (0 comments)

Weekly Words of Wisdom - 10/01/10 01:03 PM

 

 
 
Happy Friday to all!
 
I hope that your week is wrapping up nicely.  We sure are having a beautiful start to October .  It is sunny and just lovely out, they say we will see the sun ALL day long and hit the 70's.  Woo Hoo!
Today's picture is one that I captured while on the way to a friends to deliver a little fall treat.  I would say though, that I got the treat with capturing this picture. 
 
September was definitely fall like around here - In this picture you can see the … (4 comments)