Walking a Tightrope! - 03/29/08 11:38 AM
I wouldn't recommend walking along a highwire - though I'm often fascinated watching squirrels do it! I think the thing that amazes me most is that they don't ever fall off while I'm looking. Certainly I would fall off if I tried it... my balance just isn't that good! Actually, taking this picture made
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Fences? - 03/29/08 11:28 AM
Just thought I'd share a few of my favorite photos for the week. Okay, well fence photos anyways! There are so many fences in and around Elk River that it's a lot of fun to photograph them. Some are old and some are new, but I'm always drawn to the wooden ones
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Forever is it?... - 03/29/08 10:30 AM
Just a friendly reminder that if you buy now you WILL save very soon! In May the postage stamp will increase another cent!Be smart... Buy the forever stamp now and save later.The U.S. Postal service will raise the price now and continue to review stamp prices every year thereafter. Another thought.... get that big mailing
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Market Report - 03/25/08 10:16 PM
The numbers are in! The good news is that sales are up from last year (2007) for January and February. We've gained a 2.9% increase in sales which is wonderful because it means that houses are on the move!!!! If you are a seller this is a great thing. Hang in there...
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Business Expo - Elk River! - 03/25/08 10:10 PM
Here's your official invite!I'd love to have you come and visit me at the 22nd annual Elk River Business Expo.This event is sure to be fun and informative with 3000 plus visitors from the area. It's your chance to see all the services and businesses available in the area as well as
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Funny Hahaahaa Raiser! - 03/25/08 09:57 PM
Every Nations Funny-Raiser is just around the corner! Guaranteed laughs for anyone who attends. This year there will be a comedy concert for the second half and it will have you in stitches. If you need a night out and want to support a great ministry this is your chance! The night of fun will take
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Open House - March 29th - 03/25/08 09:42 PM
OPEN HOUSEMarch 29th1pm-3pm 10576 181st Lane NWElk River, MN 55330 You don't wanna miss this open house! Everything on one level and waiting for you! Beautiful open floor plan in great location near downtown Elk River. You are within walking distance to many stores and just a few blocks from the freeway. Easy
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Happy Easter - 03/22/08 09:31 PM
Just wanted to stop on and say... I hope that you enjoy your holiday to the enth degree! Enjoy your family. Celebrate your faith! Life is beautiful. So are you. So, wherever you are tomorrow I hope that you can take a minute to stop and smell the spring coming, watch for bunnies hopping, and enjoy an
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10 secrets to a really successful day! - 03/22/08 09:22 PM
There are lots of ways to start my day, but there are some things that really give me reason to get lots accomplished! Here's my list of a really really motivated day! 1. Shower and get dressed. Some days are harder than others to squeeze in a shower between the kids and the
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Just some Winter Beauty! - 03/22/08 09:05 AM
Gotta love views like this from your back windows! This is what I got waking up yesterday morning as I looked out the back. It made the winter wonderland almost seem desirable!!!! In only a few days the beauty will be melted and gone with green replacing it, but for now
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Go green and plant a tree... - 03/19/08 10:38 AM
Plant a tree this spring! Join the Arbor Day Foundation and get your trees to plant in time for spring!!!! You get your choice of 10 free trees just for joining... and by being a member you get discounts on many varieties. They send them to you during the appropriate planting season with
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The Art Barn: Elk River - 03/17/08 04:52 PM
Heading toward the north on 169 you will see a pristine old barn/farmhouse filled with history to the brim! Spending 28 years as a barn filled with art - it was a great "sideshow" on the way to wherever you were going. Now, The Art Barn has retired but "art" in
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Home-closures - 03/15/08 04:46 PM
What does it mean to be in foreclosure anyways? I think that a better description of the process is home-closure. It's not easy to walk down the path of foreclosure and it's worse when you don't feel that anyone understands that it's your HOME that you are losing. Not only do you run the "risk" of
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Open House - March 16th - 03/11/08 11:07 PM
OPEN HOUSE:Sunday, March 16th1:00-3:00PM19777 Proctor RoadElk River, MN 55330This is the weekend! You have got to see this gem of a property. This home is settled in and amonst a beautifully treed lot on a high hill in Elk River. You didn't know there were hills in town? Well, you'd best come and check
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A successful open happens how?... - 03/11/08 02:16 PM
I was sitting in my open house this weekend and thinking about what a great job the sellers did on staging their home for success! They are truly ready to entertain a buyer in their abode. So, I thought I'd share some tips to help you prepare for an open house
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Four Good Years! - 03/10/08 10:41 PM
It's hard to believe but I have made it four good long years in home sales! I just wanted to take a minute and celebrate! With many buyers and many sellers that I've been able to work with and help - it's been an awesome road to travel. I have so many
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42 weeks left! - 03/08/08 11:00 AM
Just thinking about life this morning and planning for my next week in the year... and just wanted to mention that we only have 42 weeks left to leave our mark in 2008! I know, I know, that seems like a LONG time but in reality it will seriously fly by.... Day after
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Garden Fun! - 03/08/08 10:43 AM
Now is the time to turn your sunny rooms into garden rooms if you are planting veggies in those beautiful outdoor gardens! While you can plant corn and peas and beans directly into garden soil, there are other plants that need some indoor tlc to get started! Tomatoes and broccoli are some
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Spring! - 03/07/08 02:50 PM
I heard birds singing today. I saw ducks swimming in the river today. There were people on the sidewalks just lingering around today. The news is forecasting 41 degrees on Monday! The thaw is coming....Can you feel it?It's so exciting! It's time to dig out the raincoats and umbrellas...Do you know where your
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Spring Forward! - 03/07/08 12:53 PM
This weekend (Sun Mar 9th) is the time! Time to turn those clocks!!! Don't forget because I don't want you to miss my open house on Sunday....So, on Saturday before you head to bedbe diligent and set those clocks one hour ahead.I know...You might be dragging on Sunday, But it's a GREAT
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Open House Sunday Mar 9th - 03/07/08 12:40 PM
OPEN HOUSESunday, March 9th1:00-3:00PM 17631 Grant StreetElk River, MN 55330 It's gonna be an AWESOME weekend to look at homes! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home split entry in Elk River is a great home to drive by and stop in and take a look-see. Don't forget to visit this weekend!!! If this
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A Penny Saved... - 03/03/08 04:53 PM
In the past years it's been incredibly easy to finance a home... many times buyers using no money down programs with arms to lower the interest rates. We've quickly discovered that this allowed homeowners to buy before they were truly prepared to finance a home and now many homeowner's are becoming
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I want you to be happy! - 03/03/08 04:43 PM
According to the calendar we are celebrating "I want you to be happy" day today. I find this to be the truth! So, whatever you are doing right now, please sit back, take a deep breath and accept the happiness that I am sending you! I know that happiness comes in many
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