Lets Play Ball!!! Lexington SC Dixie Baseball 2009 Registration - 12/30/08 10:04 AM
Its that time again. How fast its passed. We just finished travel ball and now its almost time to start our 2009 Dixie youth Baseball Season her in Lexington South Carolina. My son moves up to Minors this year so I am so excited.
Lets all do our part to sponsor youth sports. I will be sponsoring a Acquire Real Estate team for the 2009 season.
See you out at the ball games!

 
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Acquire Real Estate in Columbia SC delivers a christmas gift - 12/30/08 07:38 AM
I conjunction with Palmetto Health Cancer center in Columbia South Carolina Acquire Real Estate and Laura Jefferson took on and adopted a patient for the Christmas needs. Delivering bags of gifts and food to this wonderful lady was more than we could ever have hoped for. We enjoy giving.

 
 
 
 My children on the visit with Mrs Mary
 
 
 
 
 
Cancer is a devastating disease. I have been affected alot over the last few years by this disease and just feel that its such a worthy cause.
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Grinding of the greens in Columbia South Carolina - 12/29/08 08:37 AM
It's time to start thinking about your Christmas tree - as in, what to do with it now.
The following list are drop off locations for your Christmas tree. You can also pick up free mulch at most of these location. Be green and recycle. Every tree donated to the Grinding of the Greens diverts an average of 20 pounds of waste from landfills.
This years Drop off Locations......
• City of Columbia Compost Facility, 121 Humane Lane, off Shop Road. Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays.
• Clemson Institute for Economic and Community Development, Clemson Road across from the entrance to First Citizens and Regent … (1 comments)

How Escrow Works - 12/27/08 08:04 AM
Escrow To finalize the sale of a home a neutral, third party (the escrow holder, a.k.a. escrow agent or Attorney) is engaged to assure the transaction will close properly and on time. The escrow holder insures that all terms and conditions of the seller's and buyer's agreement are met prior to the sale being finalized, including receiving funds and documents, completing required forms, and obtaining the release documents for any loans or liens that have been paid off with the transaction, assuring you clear title to your property before the purchase price is fully paid.
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Selling a home in Lexington South Carolina? Setting a sales price. - 12/27/08 07:48 AM
Lexington South Carolina Real Estate, Selling a home
Before we set the sales price of your house, I'll run a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) that will show the listing price of similar houses in the Lexington SC area as well as the prices at which the houses actually sold. Additionally, the analysis will give us information about houses currently on the market and about houses that were on the market but never sold.
Next, I'll ask you about your goals in selling the house. Everyone who sells a house has different goals that need to be factored in when calculating the … (1 comments)

Joy to the world! - 12/25/08 07:01 PM
Joy to the world! Chip and I want to offer our love and best wishes for a blessed and very Merry Christmas to all!
He rules the world with truth and grace,And makes the nations proveThe glories of His righteousness,And wonders of His love,And wonders of His love,And wonders, wonders, of His love.
Merry Christmas to all and I hope 2009 Is all that you can imagine and hope for. In gods Love!!
                   
                Jefferson Family!
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Columbia South Carolina's weekly top 10 to do - 12/24/08 08:46 AM
December 26 - January 1, 2008If you would like to receive this list every week via email, click here.
Through Thursday, January 15. "Christmas on the Potomac" Card Exhibit. The 2008 card exhibit, "Christmas on the Potomac," will feature Christmas cards from US presidents, from Herbert Hoover to George W. Bush. Cards from University President Harris Pastides and, if available, US President-elect Barack Obama and Governor Mark Sanford,will also be on display. The cards are from the university library collections. Visit USC Library for more information. Friday, December 26-Saturday, December 27. Christmas in Hopelands. Each year the City of Aiken spreads … (3 comments)

Columbia SC Real Estate, Historical Elmwood park - 12/20/08 07:40 AM
 
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Columbia South Carolina Homes for sale, College Place - 12/19/08 03:06 PM

MLS® $139,900 New Construction
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Columbia South Carolina homes for sale, Earlwood - 12/19/08 02:59 PM
MLS® $166,000 Instant equity
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Irmo South Carolina Homes for sale, Hidden Oaks - 12/19/08 02:54 PM
 
MLS $165,500.00
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Columbia South Carolina's weekly top 10 to do - 12/18/08 12:24 PM
Columbia South Carolina's weekly top 10 to do

December 19 - December 25, 2008If you would like to receive this list every week via email, click here.
Friday, December 19-Wednesday, December 24. Eye to the East: The Turner Collection of Chinese Art. The exhibition Eye to the East offers visitors an in-depth understanding of Chinese art. Dr. Turner's collection is exceptional in that it covers a broad historical span with excellent examples from many periods. The approximately 70 works in the exhibition range from rare painted ceramics and bronzes of Neolithic times, to superb ceramics, vessels, tomb figures and Buddhist … (0 comments)

What in the world do leaping lords have to do with Christmas? - 12/18/08 09:43 AM
What in the world do leaping lords, French hens, swimming swans, and especially the partridge that won't come out of the pear tree have to do with Christmas?
-The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ. -Two turtle doves were the Old and New Testaments. -Three French hens stood for faith, hope and love. -The four calling birds were the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke & John. -The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, the first five books of the Old Testament. -The six geese a-laying stood for the six days of creation. -Seven swans a-swimming represented the sevenfold gifts of the Holy … (9 comments)

Lexington South Carolina Homes for sale, Prescott Glen - 12/17/08 08:37 AM

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Lexington SC Real Estate,Spence Plantation - 12/13/08 10:03 AM

Lexington SC Real Estate, Spence Plantation
Italianate Style Meets Southern Charm. One of Lake Murray's finest stately homes. Quality, luxury & unbelievable location. This exclusive property features 460 ft of water frontage & lush grounds all nestled on .88 ac in one of Lexington's most exclusive gated communities. Stunning views of beautiful Lake Murray & its spectacular sunsets from every window, balcony & porch. Details include 5 BR's each w/priv bath, home office, gourmet kitchen, grand foyer, lake level heated pool & hot tub, dock w/lift, priv boat ramp, intercom & much more! $1,995,000.00 5076 Sq FT

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Columbia South Carolina Pre Foreclosure - 12/13/08 08:58 AM
Green Built with all steel construction. Great estate! If you are looking for seclusion close in this is the one! 7 acres on the Congaree creek and wildlife abounds. Huge and upgraded! All Steel construction and brick exterior. Green built per seller.In law suite with private kitchen being finished. Lots of goodies and upgrades. 24 x 24 Workshop with power. Approved to be dreged for live pond in back yard. Once in a lifetime chance on this unique property. Call and see today its a special treat! Home is now in Pre foreclosure and taking all offers!
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Lexington South Carolina's Caddy Shak - 12/12/08 02:58 PM
Lexington South Carolina, Caddy Shak
My husband loves this place. So does my children. Lunch or dinner with a bucket of balls.What could be better than that? They get to eat some really great food and then duff hit some golf balls. They have also recently added a great lighted par 3 course.
The food here is absolutely wonderful. Darren is the chef and he takes great pride in his craft. The crab cake sandwiches are out of this world.
When In Lexington South Carolina stop in and enjoy this treat of great food and fun. If you see three little kids running … (1 comments)

Columbia South Carolina's weekly top 10 to do - 12/11/08 02:20 PM
 

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Through Sunday, December 14. Evita. Trustus Theatre brings to its stage Argentina's controversial First Lady in this dynamic musical master piece. Driven by ambition and blessed with charisma, Evita was a starlet at twenty-one, the president's mistress at twenty-four, First Lady at twenty-seven and dead at thirty-three. Told through a compelling score that fuses haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop and jazz influences, EVITA creates an arresting theatrical portrait as compelling as the … (3 comments)

1840's Style Holiday open house in Lake Murray Country SC - 12/10/08 02:31 PM
 The lake Murray visitors center Annual Holiday open House at Historic Lorik Plantation house  is scheduled for Dec. 13-14 this year.
 Come out and experience the sights and  the smells of Christmas Circa 1840.
 Family's in the 19th century read by candle light or with oil lanterns. They would exchange gifts of fruit, candy, dolls Tobacco and handkerchiefs.
 Eggnog, gingerbread and cakes were there staples for holiday celebration.
 Area garden clubs will transform this regal  19th century home into a christmas haven.
For more on this great holiday treat visit Lake Murray Country's website.

 
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Lexington SC Homes for sale, Hope Springs - 12/06/08 04:55 PM
 
Currently listed at 390,000.00 Per CMLS
2849 Square feet with 4 Bedrooms and 3.5 baths
Hwy 378 Towards Lexington Right on Hope Ferry Road Left into Hope Springs.
Stunning Home.
Immaculate Yards and interior!
There are 8 listings currently on the market in this great Lexington Community. The price range is from 324,000.00 to 429,900.00 at date of publish. Some are new construction with heavy builder incentive!
I love this place and its always a joy to show and friendly helpful neighbors (watching out for there own) The kids can roam with no worries here and there are lots of them.
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Lexington SC homes for sale, Wiseferry Plantation - 12/06/08 04:51 PM
Great Lexington SC home for sale
REMARKABLE! All brick home in great condition in unique Wise Ferry Plantation subdivision. Wonderful master suite is located on the first floor and has trey ceilings, walk in closet, and a whirlpool! Lovely hardwood floors in the formal dining room, great room, and entrance. The cozy Florida room is heated and cooled! The back yard is fenced and ready for a new family! This home is a MUST see! $ 232,500.00 2372 Sq FT with 4 bedroom 2.5 baths
Directions are Hwy 378 west, Right on Wise Ferry, Right into Wise Ferry Plantation, Right on … (0 comments)

Lexington SC Real Estate, Caroline Springs - 12/06/08 07:19 AM
Lexington SC Real Estate, Caroline Springs
 

I love this newer community. Its feels so much like home! Right off Hwy 378 on the Lake Murray side of Lexington. I love it!
Currently there are several homes on the market. Ranging in size from 1555 to 2300+ sqft. The average sales price appears to be 100$ per sq average with some as low as 88$. Current listings are from 172-286,000.00
Come and let me show you why I like this location and community. Close to some of the best schools in the state!

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Lexington South Carolina Foreclosure - 12/06/08 06:43 AM
Lexington South Carolina Foreclosure
Hurry as these only last a short time till contracted.
 
Contact me today to see this great Lexington home.

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Lexington SC Homes for sale, Martins Grove - 12/04/08 04:43 PM
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South Carolina's Governor’s Mansion Holiday Open House - 12/04/08 09:23 AM
Governor's Mansion Holiday Open House

WHAT: The  SC Governor's Mansion and the Lace House, decorated for the holidays, will be open to visitors.
WHEN: 4-7 p.m. today ADMISSION: Free; no reservations needed
LOCATION: 800 Richland St. DECOR: The Governor's Mansion is decorated for the holidays by the Columbia Garden Club with a natural theme. The Lace House is decorated with a children's theme.
DON'T MISS: The mansion's new executive chef, Geoffrey D. Sandifer, has made a gingerbread replica of the S.C. State House that will be on display. Yummmmm
So many great things to do in the Midlands of South … (2 comments)

Lexington South Carolina Carolighting 12/04/2008 - 12/04/08 08:53 AM
Lexington South Carolina 12/04/2008
Our 33rd Annual Carolighting starts at 6:30 tonight in Virginia Hylton Park. In addition to lighting the town tree, there will be live music from our local church and school choirs, holiday treats, and a special visit with Santa for the kids. Come out and get into the Christmas spirit with all your neighbors in Lexington. I will see you there.

 
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The Christmas MeMe of Laura Jefferson - 12/03/08 10:00 AM
MeMe again....Here we go. Thanks Cynthia Tilghman LOL
One thing I can touch and hold that I want for Christmas...HMMMMMThere arent many things in life that I want that I do not have ,so this one is a hard one for me. I love Jewelry and I love clothing. I also love home decorations. But if I really want these things I can just go buy them and this MeMe I think is more of a wish than a want.
My one giftwould be a Vacation for just me and my Husband for a week somewhere really remote without our children. All inclusive with … (9 comments)

Holiday Lights On the River, Saluda Shoal Park in Irmo SC - 12/02/08 07:49 AM
Holiday Lights On the River, Saluda Shoal Parkin Irmo SC
So many options with so little time. If you keep up with my blog you will see and be seeing a ton of Holiday activities being posted. Columbia and Lexington South Carolina has so many things to do.
Saluda Shoal Park is a 300 acre preserve on the lower Saluda River right near the Lake Murray Dam as its head water in the shadows of Lexington and Columbia. Miles of walking trails and river access. Great trout fishing (or so my husband says) and just a beautiful place to spend a day loafing … (1 comments)

Lexington South Carolinas Christmas Parade Dec 7, 2008 - 12/01/08 03:45 PM
Lexington South Carolina's Christmas Parade

The Christmas season will be welcomed to Lexington SC by all this Sunday December the 7TH at 3:30PM. The parade will feature local bands, floats, beauty queens and all of our local politicians.
This year we will go back to the old route down Main Street. I have never quite gotten use to that new route and it seemed to have lost some of the tradition for me. So I was very pleased to hear this.
Come out and enjoy a great day with the family in my great little Lexington South Carolina.

 
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