Kathy's Wise County Blog

9/11 - Please take time to remember and say a prayer.

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:05:08 -0500

REMEMBERING 9/11 - Today marks the eighth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. For those of us living in and around Wise County, TX just a note that there are a couple of of events are planned today in Decatur.

The Wise County Veterans Group will host a memorial ceremony at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park. Maj. Gen. Gene LaCoste, a 9/11 survivor, will speak. Also, a prayer gathering will take place at noon on the southwest corner of the courthouse.

I hope ALL in our country will take a moment at some point in your busy lives today, to say a prayer for our country, her leaders and all those families that are without a loved one because of what happened 8 years ago today. I hope we NEVER forget.

God Bless all & God BLESS America!

What holds YOU together? Do you know? This is awesome!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:15:48 -0500

I have not been on AR for quite awhile now. LOTS of different reasons but mainly I needed some time to step back, re-evaluate my life, personal & business. Through out this time of soul searching, praying, meditating and just enjoying family for awhile, the one thing that struck me the most was I found out what holds me together.....LITERALLY!

In a recent Sunday morning service, this clip was played for us and nothing has struck me like these words. I have never been much into science and the study of the molecules, atoms, and that "stuff". It just wasn't something that interested me, so I left it up to those that were more interested/educated in that field. However, the "molecular" message in this clip is one that ALL can understand. If you are not totally amazed at the simplicity of these words AND the magnitude all at the same time, well, you just didn't listen close enough to the message.

I NOW KNOW WHAT IS HOLDING ME TOGETHER! The most amazing thing about this is, I don't know WHY I was surprised by this new found knowledge. I knew in my lowest points, HE brought me back up by making me look up. However, I think this is a message will leave even my unbelieving friends saying WOW!

Have a great day, week, LIFE and never forget what's holding YOU together. God Bless.

Voted BEST Real Estate Company in WISE COUNTY for 2009!!!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:56:03 -0500

Front row:Nani Brashears, Dora Andrade, Jamie Lee, Lisa Caraway-Managing Partner, Kathy Fisher, Areli Rodriguez. Second row: John Lanier, Cece Lisby, Sherry Layton. Back Row: Jim Vance and Bruce Furgerson. Not pictured: Randy Parker-Owner/Broker, Melissa Bailey-agent

It is with GREAT Honor that I would like to say THANK YOU Wise County for voting for not only Parker Properties, the company, but for the AGENTS associated with it, as the BEST Real Estate Company in Wise County for 2009. The confidence that the people of Wise County have bestowed upon us is, WITHOUT DOUBT, the most prestigious award that a merchant or service oriented business can receive. It is not handed out by other merchants or counterparts, but the VERY PEOPLE which we serve!

HOW AWESOME IS THAT? Parker Properties is a smaller company in the county but we take what we do very serious and strive to make customer service our #1 priority by providing both Sellers & Buyers with the most up to date facts & figures in order for them to make an educated decision when it comes to their real estate transaction.

Again, THANK YOU WISE COUNTY! I can't wait to hit the ground running and strive to keep this confidence level going and improving it on it in any way I possibly can. Call me today and lets get started.

Come by Parker Property today and see what makes US outstanding in our field.
Kathy Fisher & Parker Properties are the WISE CATCH for all your real estate needs.

REDUCED $5000! Custom Home on 2.01 acres in Decatur, TX-Seller Transferred!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:40:25 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Parker Properties | 940-393-5336

118 Heritage Parkway W, Decatur, TX

2100 sq.ft Custom Home in Decatur, TX

4BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $213,500

Year Built	2007
Sq Footage	2,100
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	2.010 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Great 4 bedroom custom home on 2.100 acres less than 2 years old.Custom cabinetry throughout;granite countertops;breakfast nook with computer work area;separate formal dining can be used as 2nd living area;large family room with wood burning fireplace;master bath with separate shower,jetted tub,double sinks& HUGE walk-in closet; outdoor entertainment space with fireplace and built in grill for all those great get togethers.Must see!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor	Tile floor
Living room	Office/Den	Breakfast nook
Dishwasher	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Granite countertop	Laundry area - inside

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Extra Living Area outside with fireplace&buitin grill!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front View of home	Great Family Rm w/fireplc
Granite Countertops	Outdoor Living Area
Dining or Den Area	Back of hse & acreage

Contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Parker Properties

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Apr 19, 2009, 12:12pm PDT

JUST LISTED IN DECATUR, TEXAS - NO CITY TAXES!!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:08:39 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Parker Properties | 940-393-5336

184 Fairview CT, Decatur, TX

Great 2000 sqft. 3/3/2 Home on 1.5 acres AND, NO CITY TAXES!

3BR/3BA Single Family House

offered at $200,500

Year Built	1997
Sq Footage	2,000
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	1.5 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Great home located just outside the city limits SO, NO CITY TAXES! Large living room with fireplace;great eat in kitchen with lots of cabinets;Big Master suite with room enough for sitting area,Master bath has jetted tub and separate shower;Fenced back yard area with patio for outdoor entertaining;Large 24x48 shop with concret floors just waiting for your wood shop or to just be your MAN CAVE! Call to see this one today.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor	Living room
Office/Den	Dishwasher	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Laundry area - inside	Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

24x48 Metal work shop or RV/Motor home storage

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Front View of home	Metal Workshop
HUGE open kitchen	Office/study or Playroom
Lving room with fireplace	Large Master/walkins clst

Contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Parker Properties

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Apr 19, 2009, 10:30am PDT

Happy Easter 2009 and God Bless you all!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 10:18:25 -0500

I just wanted to take this opportunity to tell ALL my AR friends & Family,

HAPPY EASTER and may GOD BLESS each & everyone of you. I would like to share a Bible verser and a couple quotations for you to think about today.

I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.
~ Jesus Christ -- John 11.25 ~

The resurrection gives my life meaning and direction and the opportunity to start over no matter what my circumstances. ~ Robert Flatt ~

Let every man and woman count himself immortal. Let him catch the revelation of Jesus in his resurrection. Let him say not merely, "Christ is risen," but "I shall rise". ~ Phillips Brooks ~

Happy SELL'ng always from your WISE COUNTY CONNECTION.

Christmas Wish from the Past.

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 00:59:45 -0600

I have received MANY Christmas wishes through email and I love each and every one of them. One, however, really stood out in my mind and it was such wonderful sentiment. So much so, it made me almost wish that I could turn the clock back to a more simpler time where everything wasn't so "Politically Correct".

The Season is simply intended for one thing and one thing only....to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior. I wish we had more leaders in this country today that could stand up and shout it from the top of the Capitol Dome.

Through Jesus Christ the world will yet be a better and a fairer place. This faith sustains us today as it has sustained mankind for centuries past. This is why the Christmas story, with the bright stars shining and the angels singing, moves us to wonder and stirs our hearts to praise. Now, my fellow countrymen, I wish for all of you a Christmas filled with the joy of the Holy Spirit, and many years of future happiness with the peace of God reigning upon this earth.

~ Harry S. Truman ~ December 24, 1952

Merry Christmas 2008 to ALL of my AR friends and PLEASE.....remember the reason for the season.

Jesus Christ was born!

TEN CERTAINTIES for AFTER THE ELECTION IS OVER!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:01:42 -0500

In all this turmoil, confusion and uncertainty that is going on around us, I received a letter from a friend in which she point out a few things to ponder. I put them in a list and wanted to share with you all.

Regardless of HOW this election turns out or regardless how our economy is or isn't by the end of the year, these TEN THINGS.....AT LEAST TEN....WILL HAPPEND! IT IS A PROMISE.....not mine, but God's.

1. For any problems - The Bible will still have all the answers.

2. When in doubt, Prayer will still work.

3. The Holy Spirit will still move HIS people and will never leave us.

4. God will still be in the midst of where two or more have gathered to praise him.

5. There will still be God-anointed worship.

6. There will still be singing Praises to God.

7. God will still pour out blessings upon His people.

8. There will still be room at the Cross for anyone that seeks Him.

9. Jesus will still love each and EVERY ONE OF US.

10. Jesus will still save ANYBODY...no matter what you have don....if you will only seek Him.

Oh and by the way..........God approved this message!

God Bless each & every one who reads this and May God Continue to Bless America.

The 2nd Anniversary of my 49th Birthday!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:09:19 -0500

Hey all from here in Paradise Texas! First let me say, I HATE WRITING ABOUT ME!!! Not good at it at all.

Anyway, YEP!...here we are. It's that time of the year again. I use to think my Momma was silly when she talked about how quick time flies as we get older. I remember her saying that one particular time when I was 17 (YES, I can remember back that far, its SHORT TERM memory I have a problem with!). I just couldn't wait for the end of school, graduation and INDEPENDANCE from the hard knocks of high school. I WAS GOING TO BE A HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE! That three weeks crawled by like molasses running down an ice cube! LORDY, was it really that long ago? It was just 1975.

I am now going to be celebrating the 2nd Anniversary of my 49th birthday and that summer seems like such a short time ago. That's right! I am NOT going to be 51. I have just decided to have anniversaries of my 49th birthday. After all there is still a 17 year old stuck somewhere inside this 49ish body! It's not that I am ashamed or embarrassed of my age, I'm just not THAT OLD yet, dang it!

Seriously, God has been SO very good to me and has blessed me tremendously through out my lifetime. I have a wonderful husband of 32 years, Terry. A remarkable son, Billy, who has blessed me with two of the most precious grandsons, Graycen who is 9 and Marshall who is 7, that any MeMaw could ever wish for.

AND......God has blessed me with ALL MY FRIENDS here ar AR. Don't know what I would have done if I had not found this site over a year ago just after fracturing my ankle and tearing the tendon. I was sort of feeling sorry for myself, laid up in a cast with nothing to do, couldn't work Real Estate 'cause I couldn't go show property and WHO would want me to anyway in this condition! So, while having my very own private "PITY PARTY", I decided to do some searching on the internet and find out more about this blogging business. The rest is history! It's been a wonderful year and I hope God Blesses me with many more to hang out with some really amazing special people here in the Rain.

Just a couple of things that share my birthday (October 21st) and may have influenced my life..OR NOT:

Thomas Edison invented a workable incandescent electric lamp in 1879 on this date. However, Momma sometimes said my bulb was a little dim when it came to my studies.

ELVIS debut his Jailhouse Rock on this day the year I was born. My Momma's favorite singer of all times, AND I wound up WORKING in a prison for almost 15 years. NO, not as a convict but as a Warden's Secretary.

Columbus discovers America in 1492! Momma didn't really say anything about this BUT, if it hadn't happended I would be here to write this BLOG!

Have a GREAT week. Be safe, slow down and enjoy your life and HAPPY SELL'ng. Lots of HUGS from North Texas to you all!

Is this a sign of things to come?

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:15:07 -0500

The following article was sent to me by a friend of mine that lives in Lufkin, Texas. Guys this is scary and should make EVERYONE who supports Obama take another look at their reasons. If this is a sign of the type of changes that will come with HIM as the next President, I, for one, am really scared for our Country and the freedoms we now have.

This article was sent in to the Lufkin paper in the editorial. There is NOTHING right about this events that took place with this woman & her family.

~~~~~~Editorial that appeared in the Lufkin, Texas Paper~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

On Wednesday the 1st of October I received a call on my cell while in the car with my husband. It was a woman who identified herself as calling from the Obama Campaign. The phone # she called from was 903-798-6020 which lists as "Obama Volunteers of Texarkana" ( Texas ).

She asked if I was an Obama supporter to which I replied:

"No, I don't support him, your guy is a socialist who voted four times in the State Senate to let little babies die in hospital closets; I think you should find something better to do with your time." I hung up.

Thursday, October 2, I answered the front door to find the Secret Service. Immediately I thought of the call and was furious that apparently you are not allowed to call Obama a Socialist without the Secret Service coming to investigate. Instead, they asked me about the following comment, relayed by the Obama Volunteer of Texarkana who called me, unsolicited on my cell phone:

"I will never support Obama and he will wind up dead on a hospital floor."

My husband laughed and told them "No, she called him a socialist but she never said a word about him dying." I gave them my actual quote. The woman asked insolently "Oh?? Well why would she make that up?"

I replied that I supposed she wasn't happy about what I said about her candidate and the Agent said "That's right, you were rude!" The last time I checked being rude wasn't a crime in America .

Luckily the big file they had gathered on me didn't indicate mental instability or a past life of stalking/crime, however they did want to know how I felt about Obama. That was my limit.? I told the Agent in no uncertain terms that my thoughts were not pertinent to their investigation, that this was America and the last time I checked I was allowed to think whatever I wanted without being questioned by the Secret Service. In fact, even if I had said what she claimed, that isn't a threat. I told them (again) and my husband verified that the statement reported by Obama's volunteer was a lie. I asked them if there was a tape of the call and they said no. I said, "So on the word of a ticked off Obama supporter you are on my porch with no other evidence and you want to question me about my THOUGHTS!"

They informed me that there was no evidence she was an Obama supporter, She was someone calling from his campaign, are you kidding?

I was not allowed to know the name of my accuser at which point they informed me that it wasn't like I was in a court of law, YET, as if this was a good thing. I recognized this as a veiled threat. I told them I would happily go to court since I did nothing wrong and at least then my accuser would have to face me rather than sending the thought police to my house.

They then said they were trying to do me a favor, that they came to me first before "embarrassing you by going to all your neighbors and family", another threat?? I told them to be my guest and talk to whomever they wanted but they weren't going to investigate my thoughts on my porch.

They also informed me that it would be easier if the next time a supporter calls me I should just say "Yeah sure count me in, or just hang up" apparently so she won't get her undies in a bundle and give them more useless trips. Yeah right! I said "Look, someone calls me unsolicited on my cell phone to ask me to support their candidate and I can't tell them why I don't?" I said I was sorry they made a wasted trip but if they had a problem with some made up lie they needed to go talk to her about it because it wasn't my fault they had to drive from Houston for nothing.

At one point I went inside and got a notepad to record their badge numbers and they refused to show me their badges. They had done the quick flip when they arrived. I asked for a card and the female Agent refused to give me one stating "You're not going to get a card." The male Agent gave me a card and told me I could contact Houston with any questions.

The fact that the volunteer lied, the fact that the Secret Service came to my house to question me about my thoughts and feelings and threaten to embarrass me to my neighbors and go to court if I didn't cooperate is not really the tragedy here. Because that girl on the phone doesn't have the pull to send the Secret Service to my home. Someone high in the ranks of a campaign working for a man who may be the next President of the United States of America felt comfortable bringing the force of the Federal Government to bear on a private citizen on nothing but the word of a partisan volunteer.

I want to file a counter complaint that false charges were made, that a false report was given to a peace officer. The Secret Service told me I cannot because they will protect the identity of the complainant. I also want the file they have on me destroyed and I want to know that my phone isn't tapped, etcetera. I am hearing a lot of "Out of my Jurisdiction".
Do I also hear jackboots?
Jessica Hughes
Lufkin,Texas
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

I can just hear the excuses that will probably wind up here on this blog for WHY this happened. I can't wait to hear them! To me there is NO JUSTIFICATION for this type of harassment in the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!!! This is NOT Russia or some other socialistic country where our thoughts are cause for a criminal interrogation! NO EXCUSE FOR THIS!!

Decatur, TX Custom Forecloure less than 2 years old in Model Condition!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:59:21 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker | 940-393-5336

209 Cyndilu Drive, Decatur, TX

Gorgeous Custom Home Priced TO SALE NOW!

3BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $230,000

Year Built	2006
Sq Footage	2,363
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	.280 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Foreclosure;Custom Home in Model Condition only 2 years old; 3/2.5/2 2363 sq.ft. home on large lot with formal dining room;separate study; great kitchen with granit countertops & custom cabinetry; large master suite & bath with separate shower and his&her closets; fenced backyard;just too much to mention here. Call for Realtor a showing today!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Living room
Office/Den	Dining room	Breakfast nook
Dishwasher	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Granite countertop	Laundry area - inside	Yard

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 30, 2008, 10:57am PDT

Do you REALLY know the candidate...here's a little trivia question

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:50:54 -0500

Okay, I did NOT have the great knowledge or the quickness to come up with this trivia question. HOWEVER, I think it is worth bringing to light for all those that may NOT have read the Wall Street Journal article that was posted on September 4, 2008. SO, I would like to share it with you right now.

Let's see if you "pass" the test and guess WHO I AM. It might surprise you when you get it WRONG!! It did me.

"Wall Street Journal 9/3/2008 | Daniel Younger Posted on Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:58:50 AM"

WHO AM I?

I am under 45 years old,

I love the outdoors,

I  hunt,

I am a Republican reformer,

I have taken on the Republican Party establishment,

I have many children,

I have a spot on the national ticket as vice president with less

than two years in the governor's office.

Did you guess?  Who am I?  (see below)

I am Teddy Roosevelt in 1900!

Surprised? 
Now stop saying Sarah shouldn't be running because "she's only been a governor for 2 years".

Tax Free Weekend Shopping Tips--Are you Prepared?

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:03:28 -0500

August 15, 2008

Yeah, Yeah......we KNOW it's Tax Free weekend (Friday, August 15 thru Sunday August 17, 2008). BUT has anyone given you points to ponder about HOW to shop this weekend?

Now that gas prices are at an all time low, don't drive around aimlessly trying to find the best bargins. HAVE A PLAN and LIST in place before you ever leave your house.

* Don't over spend! Get a plan in mind, stay focused and stick to it. Make a list of what your child will need in the way of clothing to start the new school year. Don't buy it just because you "THINK" you need it. If you buy unnecessarily, then you really haven't benefited from the savings.

* Is it a tax free item? Is that item actually on the TAX FREE LIST? Check out Texas
requirements here at Texas Tax Free Weekend.

Backpacks-YES Athletic Stuff-NO!

* Compare prices right at home. Check online at price-comparison sites such as Pricegrabber.com.

* Do you have a coupon? Check your favorite store websites for sales going on during this weekend. Also, look at your local newspapers for ads and specials that may be running just for the weekend. If you don't have a coupon for your favorite store, check out sites like MyCoupons.com to find one.

* Don't Stress out!! Enjoy your time with your kids. Make it an adventure. This is the last full weekend for most kids, so make it their last 2008 Summer Outing. HAVE FUN! Take breaks. Don't try to get it all done in a couple of hours. That just stresses all concerned out. Have lunch together and make a happy memory.

* Can you help a less fortunate child? If you can and have the money to spare, check with your local School District on how to help a less fortunate child by donating to help buy their school supplies. It won't, necessarily be TAX FREE, but it will HELP a child in need. That is PRICELESS!

Decatur,TX Investment Opportunity or GREAT First Time Home Buyer

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:58:13 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker | 940-393-5336

1302 S. Trinity, Decatur, TX

Great Investment or First Time Buyer's Home In Decatur,TX

3BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $89,500

Year Built	1945
Sq Footage	1,744
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	1 Covered spaces
Lot Size	0 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Great price for the area.Nice 3bed2bath older home in established neighborhood on TWO large lots.Enter property from State St or Trinity.Kitchen has been updated and applainces stay;Two large living areas,large utility room;the rest of the home is waiting for your personal touches.Lots of possibilities with this one,so bring your imagination and get started.20x16 storage building on concrete foundation.Great place for large garden in back. An Allowance of up to $4000 will be given with acceptable offer for instulation of central air&heat unit.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor	Family room
Living room	Dining room	Dishwasher
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Attic
Washer	Dryer	Laundry area - inside

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Property includes 2 large city lots

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jun 24, 2008, 10:52am PDT

Decatur, TX Vintage Beauty - North Texas Piece Of History

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:09:26 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker | 940-393-5336

900 S College, Decatur, TX

Beautiful Piece of History in Decatur, TX

4BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $247,500

Year Built	1910
Sq Footage	2,773
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Covered spaces
Lot Size	.275 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Walk thru the door and step back into a piece of Decatur History.Home built in 1910 boast original wood floors,pocket doors,french doors,wavy glass windows,and built ins;home has been totally updated and is now all electric to include triple zonned AC and Heating,bathrooms & kitchen;LOTS of storage;beautiful wood staircase;LARGE entry way can be used for additional living room space;large rooms,high ceilings.This has it all!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	High/Vaulted ceiling
Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor	Tile floor
Family room	Living room	Bonus/Rec room
Office/Den	Dining room	Dishwasher
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Attic	Washer	Dryer
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Covered parking

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Gorgeous Landscaped Yard, Close to DFW Metro-plex

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jun 18, 2008, 2:53pm PDT

Weatherford,TX Southern Charmer on 6 acres in Peaster ISD

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 18:45:27 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker | 940-393-5336

10201 Fm Road 920, Weatherford, TX

Southern Charmer in North Texas

4BR/3.5BA Single Family House

offered at $415,900

Year Built	1983
Sq Footage	2,700
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	6 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

: STOP THE CAR,HONEY THIS IS IT!REDUCED OVER $5000!This is the place to bring the family and call it home. Great 2700sq.ft 4br,3.5bath updated home on 6 acres;beautiful landscaped front,back has foundation for 30x50 shop in place;inside huge eatin kitchen large family room with fireplace,2nd master with full bath, PLUS 2200 sq.ft. additional living area upstairs ready for you to finish.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor	Tile floor
Family room	Bonus/Rec room	Dining room
Breakfast nook	Dishwasher	Stove/Oven
Attic	Laundry area - inside	Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Additional 5 acres maybe available ONLY if purchased with property

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jun 18, 2008, 2:10pm PDT

NORTH TEXAS HORSE PROPERTY REDUCED OVER $35,000!

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:38:35 -0500

Kathy Fisher | Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker | 940-393-5336

12782 North County Line Road, Ponder, TX

Awesome North Texas Horse Property

3BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $560,000

Year Built	1999
Sq Footage	3,600
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	1
Parking	3 Car garage
Lot Size	21 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

This is a wonderfully unique horse property. This 3/2.5/3,3600 sq.ft. Home sits on 21+ acres. Walk in to custom features right in the entry way with Oklahoma stone flooring that continues to dining area, & hallways. Hard woods in kitchen, butler's pantry & Media Room/Study, tile flooring in baths; Media/Study has built-in shelving & is wired for surround sound; Kitchen has granite counter tops, subzero fridge, double convection ovens, & custom cabinetry; separate butler's pantry also has granite counter tops, custom cabinets & sink; Enclosed 14x46 sun room with great views, is cooled&heated; Master bath has Jacuzzi tub, separate vanity/sinks w/granite tops & LARGE separate shower with dual shower heads; 2 Energy Efficient Heat Pump-A/C units; Custom 36x30 "barn-dominium" has 1/1 apartment, wash bay with hot&cold water, concrete floors, tack room, separate storage area, 4 stalls w/paddocks,and arena connected to barn. These are just a few of the many features.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor
Family room	Office/Den	Dining room
Dishwasher	Refrigerator	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Granite countertop	Stainless steel appliances
Laundry area - inside

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Custom Barn-doe-minium (1/1 apartment attached tobarn)

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Kathy Fisher

Bill Carter,Realtors-Coldwell Banker

940-393-5336

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Jun 18, 2008, 10:46am PDT

I have a prayer request

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 21:46:21 -0500

My 15 year old niece, Rachel, will be leaving at the first of July going on a mission trip with a group from their church in Indiana. She has always wanted to be a missionary, and we (the family) have always prayed that if it be God's Will that she be allowed the opportunity to do just that.

NOW, that God is granting those prayers, we found out this past week that their first trip is going to be to Thailand! We just always thought for her first trip, God would have her somewhere in the United States or at least North America, after all she is only 15 years old.

Well, as Christians we all know that when we ask God to use us, we don't always know where that will be.

Our request is that you all pray for her, Rachel, down this path God is sending her on. In case you don't know or aren't aware, there is a severe problem in Thailand with the abduction of YOUNG girls and selling them into slavery and/or prostitution. This is a dangerous area they are going to and I am just asking for prayer for my family (MY SISTER MOSTLY-this is her BABY!) to trust in God and use her faith to get her through this 8 week trip.

Thanks to all my Christian brothers & sisters and for your prayers.

Spring Flowers in North Texas

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:30:17 -0500

As I took a trip back from Wimberley, Texas a couple of weeks ago, I decided NOT to take the usual trip down 35 through Austin. I HATE THE TRAFFIC anyway, so I decided to take the "back roads" back to Wise County. The majority of this trip is Highway 281. Almost at the end of my trip just as I was approaching Mineral Wells, I noticed a familiar site from my childhood. It was the old Rock Stage Depot.

Entrance to Stage Depot (Cactus are wildflowers too, RIGHT?)

Actual Depot
See Iris at the bottom of the steps?

Wild White Iris

More Wild Iris.

During my pre-teen years, my family lived in Mineral Wells while my Dad served in the Army. He was a helicopter instructor at Fort Wolters after returning from Viet Nam in the late 60's. ANYWAY....there it was. I had not been in this area for more than 30 years and I didn't even remember that it was on this stretch of road. I immediately remembered my Momma having Daddy stop there one spring to get a sampling of the white Iris that grow wild all around the place. Just as that memory floated in my mind, THERE THEY WERE...just as I had remembered them. I had to stop and take a couple of pictures. The place is not abandoned anymore as someone had moved a trailer in on the property. I dared not stop and do more than take pictures. Since my Momma passed away almost a year ago, you can't know the temptation to try and grab a bunch of bulbs myself. While snapping the shots of the Iris, then I noticed the very small patch of Blue Bonnets. I had to Zoom WAY in on them because they were so small but decided to share that shot as well.

Blue Bonnets at the Stage Depot

Indian Paint Brush TOO!

HAPPY SPRING and enjoy whatever kind of flowers you enjoy. THAT'S what makes Spring so special. God Bless all.

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In Hetic Times Like These.......

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 14:49:27 -0500

....and with ALL the turmoil, confusion and back-biting going on in our country right now because of the elections, war, gas prices, economy OR WHATEVER......

Let's remember each day to just,

PRAY FOR GUIDANCE EACH MORNING,

TAKE A DEEP BREATH,

SIGH DEEPLY,

and take the advice from an 86 year old woman writing to a dear friend.

*The last line says it all. *

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Dear Bertha,

I'm reading more and dusting less. I'm sitting in the yard and admiring the view without fussing about the weeds in the garden. I'm spending more time with my family and friends and less time working.

Whenever possible, life should be a pattern of experiences to savor, not to endure. I'm trying to recognize these moments now and cherish them.

I'm not "saving" anything; we use our good china and crystal for every special event such as losing a pound, getting the sink unstopped, or the first Amaryllis blossom.

I wear my good blazer to the market. My theory is if I look prosperous, I can shell out $48.49 for one small bag of groceries. I'm not saving my good perfume for special parties, but wearing it for clerks in the hardware store and tellers at the bank.

"Someday" and "one of these days" are losing their grip on my vocabulary. If it's worth seeing or hearing or doing, I want to see and hear and do it now.

I'm not sure what others would've done had they known they wouldn't be here for the tomorrow that we all take for granted. I think they would have called family members and a few close friends. They might have called a few former friends to apologize and mend fences for past squabbles. I like to think they would have gone out for a Chinese dinner or for whatever their favorite food was.

I'm guessing; I'll never know.

It's those little things left undone that would make me angry if I knew my hours were limited. Angry because I hadn't written certain letters that I intended to write one of these days. Angry and sorry that I didn't tell my husband and parents often enough how much I truly love them. I'm trying very hard not to put off, hold back, or save anything that would add laughter and luster to our lives. And every morning when I open my eyes, tell myself that it is special.

And remember that Every day, every minute, every breath truly is a gift from God.

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As you ponder this precious lady's words, just remember one thing,

Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might as well dance!
Enjoy life and thank God for each day HE has given us.

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Are you planning a move to Wise, Denton, or Parker County Texas OR do you know someone who might be?
Remember to contact Kathy Fisher with Bill Carter, Realtors in Decatur, Texas.

Colossians 3:23 - "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men."
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The WISE CATCH for all your real estate needs in North Texas is KAThy FISHer!

Bill Carter, Realtors, Decatur, TX 76234

A joke that EITHER party can laugh at....Non-partisan humor

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 16:45:34 -0600

THIS IS A NONPARTISAN "STORY" (joke) THAT CAN BE ENJOYED BY BOTH PARTIES.
NOT ONLY THAT, IT IS POLITICALLY CORRECT!!

While walking down the street one day a US senator is tragically hit by a truck and dies.

His soul arrives in heaven and is met by St. Peter at the entrance.

"Welcome to heaven," says St. Peter. "Before you settle in, it seems there is a problem. We seldom see a high official around these parts, you see, so we're not sure what to do with you."

"No problem, just let me in," says the man.

"Well, I'd like to, but I have orders from higher up. What we'll do is have you spend one day in hell and one in heaven. Then you can choose where to spend eternity."

"Really, I've made up my mind. I want to be in heaven," says the
senator.

"I'm sorry, but we have our rules."

And with that, St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes
down, down, down to hell. The doors open and he finds himself in the middle of a green golf course. In the distance is a clubhouse and standing in front of it are all his friends and other politicians who had worked with him.

Everyone is very happy and in evening dress. They run to greet him, shake his hand, and reminisce about the good times they had while getting rich at the expense of the people.

They play a friendly game of golf and then dine on lobster, caviar and champagne.

Also present is the devil, who really is a very friendly guy who has a good time dancing and telling jokes. They are having such a good time that before he realizes it, it is time to go.

Everyone gives him a hearty farewell and waves while the elevator rises...

The elevator goes up, up, up and the door reopens on heaven where St. Peter is waiting for him.

"Now it's time to visit heaven."

So, 24 hours pass with the senator joining a group of contented souls moving from cloud to cloud, playing the harp and singing. They have a good time and, before he realizes it, the 24 hours have gone by and St. Peter returns.

"Well, then, you've spent a day in hell and another in heaven. Now choose your eternity."

The senator reflects for a minute, then he answers: "Well, I would never have said it before, I mean heaven has been delightful, but I think I would be better off in hell."

So St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes down, down, down to hell.

Now the doors of the elevator open and he's in the middle of
a barren land covered with waste and garbage.

He sees all his friends, dressed in rags, picking up the trash and
putting it in black bags as more trash falls from above.

The devil comes over to him and puts his arm around his shoulder. "I don't understand," stammers the senator. "Yesterday I was here and there was a golf course and clubhouse, and we ate lobster and caviar, drank champagne, and danced and had a great time. Now there's just a wasteland full of garbage and my friends look miserable. What happened?"

The devil looks at him, smiles and says, "Yesterday we were
campaigning...

...Today you voted!

The chicken question (LIKE I'VE NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE)

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:30:59 -0600

I received this from a dear friend of mine and I just HAD to share it with you all. During this Political SERIOUS Times, we ALL need a good laugh.

Why did the chicken cross the road?

GEORGE W. BUSH:
We don't really care why the chicken crossed the road. We just want to know if the chicken is on our side of the road, or not. The chicken is either against us, or for us. There is no middle ground here.

COLIN POWELL:
Now to the left of the screen, you can clearly see the satellite image of the chicken crossing the road...

ANDERSON COOPER- CNN:
We have reason to believe there is a chicken, but we have not yet been allowed to have access to the other side of the road.

JOHN KERRY:
Although I voted to let the chicken cross the road, I am now against it! It was the wrong road to cross, and I was misled about the chicken's intentions. I am not for it now, and will remain against it.

NANCY GRACE:
That chicken crossed the road because he's GUILTY! You can see it in his eyes and the way he walks.

MARTHA STEWART:
No one called me to warn me which way that chicken was going. I had a standing order at the Farmer's Market to sell my eggs when the price dropped to a certain level. No little bird gave me any insider information.

GRANDPA:
In my day we didn't ask why the chicken crossed the road. Somebody told us the chicken crossed the road, and that was good enough.

BILL CLINTON:
I did not cross the road with THAT chicken. What is your definition of crossing the road?

AL GORE:
I invented the chicken!

DICK CHENEY:
Where's my gun?

Hillary Clinton
I'm just TOO tired to care about that chicken. Just LEAVE ME ALONE for awhile!

Barack Obama and Ted Kennedy
Am I suppose to care that the chicken crossed the road?

And Lastly (sorry guys DR. PHIL HAD to be included):

DR. PHIL:
The problem we have here is that this chicken won't realize that he must first deal with the problem on 'THIS' side of the road before it goes after the problem on the 'OTHER SIDE' of the road. What we need to do is help him realize how stupid he's acting by not taking on his 'CURRENT' problems before adding 'NEW' problems.

Know someone needing a Realtor in North Texas?...

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:40:36 -0600

.....SEND THEM MY WAY!! I will take care of them for you and be happy to pay a 25% referral fee*.

My name is Kathy Fisher. I have been a Realtor for approximately 11 years. I began that career in Sugar Land, Texas but moved to the Wise County area (just north of DFW metro-plex) Paradise to be exact, about 7 years ago with my husband of 31 years. I am associated with Coldwell Banker - Bill Carter, Realtors in Decatur,TX.

Wise County (http://www.co.wise.tx.us/) is a rural area with most employment centered around the Barnett Shale Oil/Gas industry. There are also wonderful Horse/Cattle operations, farming, lake communities, golf course communities as well as wonderful small town atmospheres in Decatur, Bridgeport, Rhome, Boyd, Paradise & Alvord to name a few. It is an easy commute to the metro-plex which makes it one of the fastest growing counties in North Texas.

I also work in Parker & Denton Counties along with parts of Tarrant County.

*Referral fees are only being offered to a LICENSED Real Estate Agent. Pay a fee to any unlicensed person is not legally allowed by my license.*

Eighter From Decatur (Texas that is!)

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:09:05 -0600

That is our city's motto. Actually the whole thing says, "Eighter from Decatur, county seat of Wise." The is a wonderful town located in North Texas just about 40 miles northwest of Fort Worth and the FULL city life.

The history of the town and surrounding area can be found in the beautiful OLD Historical Museum building, formerly known as the Decatur Baptist Junior College. The oldest junior college not only the United States but the WORLD! This is a small exert from the Dallas Baptist History Archives:
Decatur Baptist College, established in 1898 and the forerunner of Dallas Baptist University, had the distinction of being the first two-year institution of higher education in Texas. The Baptist General Convention of Texas had purchased land in 1897 from Northwest Texas Baptist College. The school enjoyed a rich, full history in Decatur until 1965 when it moved to Dallas, at the invitation of the Dallas Baptist Association.

This is not the only great old building in the area. There is also the Beautiful courthouse (circa 1897). The courthouse is located on top of a hill (the square) facing the museum.

For History Buffs, this is an area RICH in the old American West History. Wise County was the site most of the last Indian Raids & Wars at the turn of the century (1900, that is).

Decatur is also right in the middle of the booming gas/oil industry in what is called the Barnett Shale. Growth within the past two years is abundant with no slowdown in the near future.

Housing possibilities are as varied as the type of people that live in the county. Where most of the country is experiencing a drastic slowdown in the Real Estate Market, our area is seeing a boom.

If you MUST work in Fort Worth area but desire the quieter life for your family, come to Decatur. If you desire more information about the area and would like to work with a Realtor that LOVES her job, community and working with people, contact me today.

Do you know anyone moving to North Texas....

Kathy Fisher, Realtor® Wise County Texas (Parker Properties) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 11:24:15 -0600

I also work in Parker & Denton Counties along with northern Tarrant County.

Sellers in the area, give me a call today if you are interested in what your options are if you are thinking of selling your property. Inventory in our area is low and THERE ARE buyers out there looking. Let me show you what your property could list for in today's market in Wise County and surronding areas.