Laurie's Life and Work in Wisconsin!

Need an Inspirational JUMPSTART?? Heed these Words!

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:39:05 -0800

In my ogoing quest for inspirational words of wisdom, I found these gems.

I hope they brighten your day, and give you that extra gumption for what ever you need today:

"Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood." – Marie Curie

"We are not what we know but what we are willing to learn." – Mary Catherine Bateson

"I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within.

It is there all the time." – Anna Freud

"Can anything be sadder than work unfinished? Yes, work never begun." – Christina Rossetti

Have A Great Day!!

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!!

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 23:46:06 -0700

I use an industrial sized mug

for my tea everyday,

It sports an 'industrial sized' message, that I take as my inspiration. I'd like to share it with you:

"FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS

Your life holds for you endless possibilities. Keep sight always of what is important...

True happiness and purpose will be found in relationship"

The childlike illustrations make me smile:

a dancer, a cool kid, a little girl, a soccer player.

They remind me to keep a child's heart,

to play, to dance, to savor life.

Around a little heart, and inside the top of

the mug I see the sentence.

"The bonds we have are everlasting."

It reminds me how important my connections are.

Strengthen your bonds, follow your dreams

TOUGH Times Call for SMART Measures - Focus on Your Referral Business!

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:51:25 -0700

We hear it said all the time - focus on Referrals to Build your Business!

Okay, how do we do that?

It is Easy - Do Something

Yes, get out and Do Something

Okay, I said it! but how??

Activity Breeds Activity

Look at your calendar , identify possibilities for strategic partnerships.

Identify friends, family, anyone who has sent you business in the past. They are your stars. Call them up to share 'that special secret' that you have for opportunity in this market.

Find the opportunities to share: it could be special lending programs, it could be the benefit of the $7500 tax credit for first itme buyers, it could be some untapped pieces of real estate. Just find the opportunities - don't beat your head against a wall - ask other leaders in your area - lenders - other brokers - anyone with a valuable opinion - just do it!

The very action of talking to folks will generate possibility - Activity Breeds Activity!

THEN, Ask for the ORDER! Ask and you shall receive!!

Next build your contact list with additional potential helpers and contact them. Build your list, however, do not add names for the sake of adding names. Target your energy of strengthening good relationships. Help others understand the depth of your expertise so they can share it with others.

and, Ask for the ORDER! Ask and you shall receive!!

Now the Challenge of Focus and Balance Comes - DO NOT confuse BUSY-NESS with WORK

Focus on the Results - and See the Results Pour In!!

BOOK REVIEW: (We All Need This One!): The Richest Man in Babylon

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:30:39 -0700

A friend of mine recently recommended the book:

The Richest Man in Babylon,

by George S. Clason

I loved it. It is a compact read that addresses basic financial points in a very effective manner.

Ironically, real estate agent seem to either be extremely good or extremely bad with finances. I have ridden that roller coaster myself over the years. We all have.

This book offers sound simple advice - in a way that really gets through.

The author distills things down to the needed fundamentals.

-invest in yourself (each one of us has the right to keep/save/invest a portion of what we earn)

-only trust your investments to those who are tried and true experts on the subject

-eliminate your debts, but make sure you are paying yourself first, otherwise, you will never get ahead

-do not spend more than you make (no matter what!)

I am grateful to my friend for sharing this one with me. These are lessons we need to keep close to our hearts. Good luck to you through these tough times. What some see as challenging, others see as opportunity!

Like a Goose! we should ALL be like the Geese!

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:21:40 -0700

Many people never realize as they are watching those gaggles of geese, how the geese support each other as they fly south for the winter. As these extraordinary animals take on this monumental feat - they set a valuable example for all of us! For instance:

-the birds fly in a V formation to reduce the drag on birds flying behind the leader, saving energy and maintaing their strength

- the companions take turns in the lead, sharing the burden of leadership as well as sharing the benefits of taking the back positiobns in the arrangement

- they honk to give each other encouragement, pushing each other on the lengthy trek

- when one is sick or injured, another lands with it, to care for it until they rejoin their gaggle or join another group

Next time you see a group of geese, take a moment to savor their beauty, and make note of the powerful, loving example they set for us all!

Craft Fair at the West Side Club, Madison, Wisconsin

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:13:05 -0700

Mark Your Calendars for the Craft Fair at the West Side Club

featuring: lovely holiday greenery and decorations, hand made candles, dolls clothes including

American Girl items, delectable baked treats from QA

This year's Craft Fair will be held on:

November 22nd from 8 AM - 3 PM

The bar and grill will be open offering a varied lunchtime menu.

(the West Side Club is located at 3706 Junction Road in Madison)

Teach Our Kids - YOUNG!! Understanding The Rule of 72's Will Save You Loads in the Long Run!

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 21:05:16 -0700

Like so many other folks - I have an ongoing LOVE/HATE Relationship with my credit cards. In the back of my mind I have always known that 'Overspending is Bad.' (I mean, which part of 'DUH' don't I understand?)

When I learned the Rule of 72's, I thought, Why Didn't Someone Explain this to Me Before?

The "Rule of 72" is an easy way to estimate how long an investment will take to double, with a fixed annual rate of interest. By dividing 72 by the annual rate of return, investors can get a rough estimate of how many years it will take for the initial investment to duplicate itself.

For example, the rule of 72 states that $1 invested at 10% would take 7.2 years ((72/10) = 7.2) to turn into $2. In reality, a 10% investment will take 7.3 years to double ((1.10^7.3 = 2). To me, close enough for government work!

When dealing with lower rates of return, the Rule of 72 is fairly accurate. This chart compares the numbers given by the rule of 72 and the actual number of years it takes an investment to double.

Rate of Return	Rule of 72	Actual # of Years	Difference (#) of Years
2%	36.0	35	1.0
3%	24.0	23.45	0.6
5%	14.4	14.21	0.2
7%	10.3	10.24	0.0
9%	8.0	8.04	0.0
12%	6.0	6.12	0.1
25%	2.9	3.11	0.2
50%	1.4	1.71	0.3
72%	1.0	1.28	0.3
100%	0.7	1	0.3

Notice that, although it gives a quick rough estimate, the rule of 72 gets less precise as rates of return become higher. Therefore, when dealing with higher rates, it's best to calculate the precise number of years algebraically by means of the future formula. Again, close enough for government work! Get folks to pay attention how quickly these numbers double at higher rates.

Just like kids should learn about doubling their investment - the parallel is true, when someone is lending money to them - and those investors are doubling THEIR Investment on our kids!!

I wish we could teach this to all young people - before they get their first CREDIT CARD. I will do my part by starting at home.

Like so many important ideas, we understand the concept, but not the mechanics.

So often - it is understanding the mechanics, that makes the concept real!

Lessons from LABYRINTH (what can I say? it is a Great Movie)

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:59:20 -0700

Okay, Ashley is now becoming a full-fledged

DAVID BOWIE Fan!!

and she is

hooked on the movie, LABYRINTH!

She wants to watch it over and over. (and we do!)

(she got that from her mom, when

I fall for a movie, I fall hard!)

So, we are talking about the movie. It is loaded with Super Life Lessons, like:

*Be careful what you wish for, it just might happen! Sarah never really expected the Goblin King to take her little brother, but she kept wishing for it, and alas, he did!

*Do not take things for granted. Hoggle warns Sarah of this danger early in her quest to solve the Labyrinth - taking things for granted causes us to miss opportunity - make things more difficult than they have to be...

*Sarah keeps complaining, "It's not Fair!!" She says it alot, at one point the Goblin King quizzes her, "you say that so often, I wonder what your basis your comparison is..."

when Hoggle cries to Sarah, "it's not fair!"

She finally gets it, responding 'no, it's not fair - but, that is how it is..."

Sometimes, life is not fair, and we just have to manage through it...

*Take on Tough Problems and Solve Them! When Sarah comes to a Choice of Two Doors - she has to think carefully: which door should she choose? she knows - one dorkeeper always tells the truth / the other always lies... with a little serious thought, she solves the dilemma... We can, too...

*Even when times are tough - especially when times are tough, be clear about who is trying to help you! when Lutto is hanging upside down, the meanies tormenting him with their evil chomper monsters snapping at him. It is an awful ordeal! Sarah rescues him - he continues to grumble. She notes, she is helping him, he recognizes, "Sarah, Friend!"

We can have Great Friends - I remind Ashley, if you want to have a friend, you need to be a friend!

*Everyone deserves needs forgiveness. Hoggle betrays Sarah - he feels absolutely hopeless. Could anyone understand? he did a terrible thing, he was afraid. But, Sarah understands, she forgives him and it strengthens their bond.

(the funny, crazy secret: forgiveness does as much if not more for the forgiver, than the forgiven...)

*Little brothers are not so bad! Sarah wins her brother back in the end

- and she lives happily ever after with her new friends!

If you have not seen this movie, give it a try - It is Fun for All Ages!

SNOW SKI-ERS! Mark Your Calendar: TYROL BASIN Open House - October 26!!

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:57:38 -0700

Annual Open House at Tyrol Basin
Sunday, October 26, 2008 9am to 5pm

It is hard to believe but it is that time of year already for Tyrol Basin's annual OPEN HOUSE. Fall colors are fading fast and snow will be here before you know it and the Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting even more snow than last year. In fact, the Tyrol Snowmaking crew already made a little white stuff back on October 4. We're anxious and ready to start blowing snow for real as soon as the temperatures drop.

Tyrol Basin's Open House is a great time to come out for a few hours and enjoy the beautiful Vermont (Township) countryside. There will be scenic chairlift rides (about the only time you get to be a foot passenger and ride around or get off at the top to walk around or picnic on the mountain) and fun inflatable bouncing for the kids. Most importantly, this is the best time to come out and have your picture taken for your season pass. It is a lot easier and less time consuming than being delayed the first time you come out to the slopes and want to get right out on the snow. There have been a few questions about the new "Pick up a Ticket Pass". Yes, you will be issued a regular photo ID season pass that you will have to show at the special season pass window each time to pick up a ticket for the day. You can still use your pass like a gift card by having value added to it. It can be used anywhere around Tyrol, same as cash only more convenient and accessible because now you can keep it safe in your pocket instead of wearing it in an armband. Both "Pick Up a Ticket" and "Easy Access" passholders will need to have their pictures taken for their passes before they can hit the slopes.

The Tyrol Basin Ski Patrol's Ski Swap also takes place during the open house. This is an excellent opportunity to shop for some pre-season bargains on ski and snowboard equipment. Individuals can bring in equipment on Wednesday night or Saturday and drop it off to sell. Sunday, there are lots of shoppers looking for deals on new and used equipment. If it sells, the ski patrol charges a 15% commission and you get the rest. If it doesn't sell you need to pick it up on Sunday evening. There are also several ski shops that bring in brand new equipment to sell at discounted prices so there are thousands of items to choose from. This is the annual fund raiser for the Ski Patrol, an all volunteer organization which uses proceeds to purchase equipment and supplies to take care of you, the skiers and snowboarders if you ever need it.

Season Passes are still discounted through October 31. Don't wait too long and pay more! Purchase now on line at www.tyrolbasin.com or buy them at the Open House.

838 West Lakeside Avenue, Madison, WI

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:51:17 -0700

Operation Fresh Start = Another Great Home!

Adorable Two Story, just two blocks from Lake Wingra

NEW LISTING!!

838 West Lakeside Avenue, Madison, WI

House - 1,151 s.f.; Lot - 6,000 s.f.
Two bedrooms.
One bath.
One car garage.
Great, sunny, family room.
Great backyard.
Sale price: $184,000. Mortgage needed: $162,325

Great Location! Close to Shopping, Parks, Schools, and Downtown

Compact Floorplan with all Necessities.

See it today! Quick occupancy possible!

Laurie Logan, CRS, GRI, e-PRO

RE.MAX Preferred 608-345-5577

LaurieLogan@sbcglobal.net

1809 Boyd Avenue, Madison, WI 53704

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:46:57 -0700

Operation Fresh Start - Another Winning Home!

NEW LISTING!!

1809 Boyd Avenue, Madison, WI 53704

North Sherman Avenue, to East on Boyd Avenue

All new construction. Meets Green Built Homes and Wisconsin Energy Star standards. This home, under construction, will be complete 09/08.

House - 1,000 s.f.; Lot - 4,800 s.f.
Three bedrooms
1 bath
Sale price: $157,000; Mortgage needed: $135,325

Great Location! Close to Shopping, Parks, Schools, and Downtown!

Compact Floorplan with all Necessities.

See it today! Quick occupancy possible!

Laurie Logan, CRS, GRI, e-PRO

RE.MAX Preferred 608-345-5577

LaurieLogan@sbcglobal.net

214 North Sixth Street, Madison, WI 53704

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:43:51 -0700

Operation Fresh Start - Another Great Home!

NEW LISTING!! 214 North Sixth Street, Madison, WI 53704

East Washington Avenue to North on North Sixth Street

House - 1,356 s.f. house; Lot - 3,600 s.f.
Three bedrooms + 1st floor den
1 1/2 baths
Separate kitchen & dining room
Sleeping porch on upper rear
Three-season porch at front
Sale Price: $197,000; Mortgage needed: $175,325

Great Location! Close to Shopping, Parks, Schools, and Downtown!

Compact Floorplan with all Necessities.

Large Lot Graced with Mature Trees Complete this Value Packed Offering!

See it today! Quick occupancy possible

Laurie Logan, CRS, GRI, e-PRO

RE.MAX Preferred 608-345-5577

LaurieLogan@sbcglobal.net

HAVE SOME FUN!! Halloween Jokes

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:51:02 -0700

How do you fix a broken Jack-o-Lantern?

With a pumpkin patch!

What do you say to a ghost with three heads?
Hello, hello, hello.

What did the baby ghost eat for dinner?

A boo-loney sandwich.

What kind of street does a ghost like best?
A dead end.

What do you get when you cross a were-wolf with a drip-dry suit?

A wash-and-werewolf.

What did the papa ghost say to the baby ghost?
Fasten your sheet belt.

What is a witch with poison ivy called?

An itchy witchy.

What does a goblin shop for?
                         Grosseries.

How can you tell when windows are scared?
                                 They get shudders.

What do you call serious rocks?
                                 Grave stones.

Why did the witch stand up in front of the audience?
                           She had to give a screech.

What's a goblin's favorite flavor?
                               Lemon n' Slime.

Why wasn't the vampire working?
He was on his coffin break.

How do ghosts fly from one place to another?

By scareplane.

How do you picture yourself flying on a broom?

By witchful thinking.

What's a ghoul's favorite breakfast cereal?
Rice Creepies.

Why did the witch's mail rattle?

                              It was a chain letter.

Why did the vampire's lunch give her heartburn?

                            It was a stake sandwich.

What instrument does a skeleton play?
                                    A trombone.

Why was the zombie so grumpy?
                          She woke up too early in the mourning.

What directions did the ghost give the goblin?
                           "Make a fright turn at the corner."
What is a witch's favorite subject?
                                  Spelling.

What do birds give out on Halloween?
                                     Tweets.

What's a vampire's favorite feast?
                                 Fangsgiving Day dinner.

What do little trees say on Halloween?
                                     Twig or treat.

What do goblins mail home while on vacation?
                                      Ghostcards.

Why did the vampire need mouthwash?
                                   She had bat breath.

Why was the skeleton afraid to cross the road?
                            It had no guts...

How do witches keep their hair in place while flying?
                            With scare spray...How do monsters tell their future?
                     They read their horrorscope...

What did Dracula say when he kissed his vampire girlfriend?
                                 Ouch...



What is a vampires favorite mode of transportation?
                                    A blood vessel.

What did Dr. Frankenstein get when he put his goldfish's brain in the body of his dog?
                         I don't know, but it is great at chasing submarines.

What do you call a dog owned by Dracula?
                                        A blood hound.

Why are black cats such good singers?
                           They're very mewsical.

What kind of hot dogs do werewolves like best?
                              Hallowieners

Who does a ghoul fall in love with?
                                           His ghoul friend.

Where do vampires live?
                           In the Vampire State Building.

                       Who are some of the werewolves cousins?
                              The whatwolves and the whenwolves.
What do you get when you cross a werewolf and a vampire?
                                       A fur coat that fangs around your neck...

Do zombies eat popcorn with their fingers?
                   No, they eat the fingers separately...

Why don't skeletons ever go out on the town?
          Because they don't have any body to go out with...

What do ghosts add to their morning cereal?
                               Booberries...

Autumn Comes to Olbrich Gardens

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:34:37 -0700

Ashley and I took a little time to sneak over to Olbrich Gardens. The Autumn colors are so vivid, as the gardens prepare for their winter slumber. Working with Mother Nature, the dedicated staff and volunteers continue to offer a wonderful odyssey of Nature's Glory.

We decided we wanted a little bit of mother / daughter time, so one day after school, we visited the gardens. In the photo to the above left, Ashley stands next to a 'plant kaleidoscope.' The kettle dressed with foliage spins, while viewers can watch the shapes and colors tumble through two different scopes. Above right is the observation tower in the Rose Garden. Though the roses have gone to sleep, the scenery remains a sight to behold.

Below are shots of the Thai Pavilion Garden. The Pavilion was given by the people of Thailand - Madisonians cherish this precious gift.

The gardeners who care for these Madison Gems, are dedicated to their art.

They have worked diligently through the late summer and early fall as the waters of Starkweather Creek and Lake Monona finally receded from our spring flooding. With keen attention to the eco-structure, they have revitalized flooded areas and restored the condition for visitors to appreciate. Thank you!

1801 Fisher Street, Madison, WI - SOLD!!

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:30:25 -0700

Congratulations to Operation Fresh Start for Another Home SOLD!

The charming location at: 1801 Fisher Street, Madison, Wisconsin, now has a new house and a new owner - Thanks to Operation Fresh Start!

This beautifully built ranch home sports a full front porch for enjoying the neighborhood. Inside, the large living room and oversized kichten / dining area will provide comfort for years to come.

The lower level, currently unfinished, was thoughtfully designed for expansion with space anrough-ins for an additional bathroom, bedroom(s), and a family room.

The home is conveniently located near shopping, drugstore, medical clinic and transportation.

I wish the new homeowners many years of delight in this lovingly built home!

for more info on Operation Fresh Start, visit: www.operationfreshstart.org

Sincere Thanks to the Madison Club Foundation

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:30:04 -0700

I wish to extend my Sincere Thanks to the Madison Club Foundation.

The recipient of the proceeds of this Year's Annual Gala: Operation Fresh Start

The Madison Club Foundation's signature event, a formal charity gala, was designed to recognize and promote a different local charity each year. In 2005, the Madison Club Foundation raised over $25,000 for cancer research through the American Cancer Society, the chosen recipient of the gala proceeds. A year later the Madison Club Foundation raised over $40,000 for Second Harvest's Kids Cafe Program at the Dane County Boys & Girls Clubs.

This year, Operation Fresh Start, was chosen from a host of exceptional nominees. The Madison Club Foundation selected OFS for their Outstanding Programs for serving the Disconnected Youth of Dane County.

As a Board Member of OFS, I am thrilled that they chose to support our community in this way. Thank you!

Fun Family Movie Review: LABYRINTH, starring David Bowie

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:26:06 -0700

Last night I introduced my daughter, Ashley, to one of

my favorite old movies: Labyrinth.

The movies chronicles the adventures of a teen age girl, who makes a mistake, she quickly comes to regret.

In an evening of frustrated baby sitting with her little brother - the girl calls out to the Goblin King (BOWIE) to come take her brother away - RIGHT NOW!

To her shock - he does just that! she immediately realizes her mistake - begs the Goblin King to return her little brother - to which her challenges her to solve his Labyrinth to win back the child.

Of course, the Goblin King sends minions to try to trip her up every step step of the way.

The film co-creators include Jim Henson and Frank Oz, of Muppet fame, using the most delightful and intriguing collections of creatures to make the story come alive.

The creativity of the Puppetry is outstanding!

The film is a delightful musical, with songs composed and performed by David Bowie himself!

Of course, lovely Sarah solves the Labyrinth, challenging the Goblin King, who does return her brother. The finale comes with Sarah keeping her colorful new friends Forever!

Ashley gives this movie a two thumbs up! Ashley says, 'this is a great movie to watch

with your family or friends. Sarah learns to not take things for granted, and

she learns to ask questions, and keep asking better questions.'

Great Lessons for all of us!!

MORE HALLOWEEN FUN!! Schuster's Playtime Farm

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:26:00 -0700

What would an Autumn Season in Wisconsin be without a trip to Schuster's Playtime Farm?

(conveniently located between Madison and

Deerfield on Highway 12/18)

Our daughter Ashley would stay there forever. She never wants to leave.

First she runs to the kitten house - the Catty Shack, to look for new friends. She feeds the goats, the sheep, the pigs, the chickens.

She plays all over the farm, sees old friends, makes new friends.

We munched on treats from the concession stand (staffed by the Oregon Band).

We took a hayride out to the pumpkin patch and selected one medium and two big huge pumpkins for Halloween.

My hubby and I checked out the shops and selected our decorations for the house (the squirrels in our neighborhood grab kernals of corn from the corn stalks we use to decorate our front porch!)

Ashley got a ride on the Barrel Train, She buried herself in the CornBox.

Then we visited the Amazing Corn Maze! We wandered in, wove our way through, hit some dead ends, backtracked, charted new directions and finally made it out!

When it gets dark, visitors can navigate the Haunted Forest!!

FYI - people can visit Schuster's Playtime Farm (home of the only round barn in Dane County):

Mon-Thurs 9-7 Fri & Sat. 10-10 Sun. 10-6
(add'l hours available by appointment for private gatherings, fieldtrips, etc.)
Hayrides run Sat. & Sun thru 11/1 and Thurs & Fri 10/30 & 31

Haunted Forest: Fri. & Sat. 10/10-11/1; plus Thurs. 10/30

Unleash Your Personal Productivity: Read this Handy Little Book!

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 23:56:51 -0700

Price Pritchard's You-Squared offers a

challenging shift in the

paradigm of personal productivity.

His premise, that you can move to exponential growth in your personal productivity, is a challenge worth taking. He lays out his observation from quantum physics, that sometimes atomic particles 'just jump,' for no apparetn reason. These jumps are called quantum leaps.

I found his idea, that I can make a quantum leap in life, very compelling. He makes several challenges:

*quit trying harder - he opens by sharing the drama of a fly attempting to fly through a clear glass window. The fly fails to understand that he will never make it through the glass. The fly will die banging its head against the glass, never realizing it could just fly out the nearby door.

*think beyond what my current imagination allows - He poses such a powerful notion here. Often, we try so hard to make sense of things. We feel the need to make intricate plans, figure out every detail, first. I do this myself, and get in my own way. Many call it the 'Paralysis of Analysis.' This disease can be terminal for our growth.

*make the move before I am ready (JUST DO IT!)

*look inside for opportunities

*seek failure - get uncomfortable - open your gifts - fall in love. These points hit home with me. When I had my daughter Ashley, I did not simply love her, I fell in love with her. I do whatever it takes in my attempts to make things great for her.

You(squared) is a Compact Powerful Book. At just 35 pages, I go back to it regularly.

Check it out - I hope you enjoy it too!

Iron Jawed Angels - voting - movie review

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 23:34:26 -0700

It has been a while since I watched the movie, Iron Jawed Angels.

It is a riveting and highly entertaining film.

With the upcoming election and another one of Ashley's

"Jumps in Maturity," we watched it together.

The film chronicles the events leading up to the passage of

the nineteenth amendment to the US Constitution, recognizing

the right of women to vote in this country.

Produced by HBO, the movie boasts a strong cast, including:

Hilary Swank, Frances O'Connor, Julia Ormond, Angelica Huston,

Patrick Dempsey and Robert Gunton (as a movie buff,

I found the casting to be 'spot on')

The members of the supporting cast also brought great depth

to each of their roles, enhancing the impact of the production.

The storyline covers the work of ALice Paul and Lucy Burns, who worked with the National Women's Suffrage Association, then broke to form the National Women's Party. The mere observation of how these women analyzed situations, set up successful strategies, agreed on some things and disagreed intelligently, yet vehemently, on others - confirms the underlying basis of the movie and the message of the actual events. That is, women have the same fundamental rights as anyone, including the right to determine her community's destiny through the individual vote.

Interwoven in the story, are the questions and observations both specific to that place and time (United States, early 1900's) as well as the questions that are timeless.

I was delighted by the portrayal of the friendship and thoughts of Alice and Lucy. Their bond was endearing.

I was challenged in seeing the historical situation of people's lives in those times. The ways they carried out their day to day lives.

I was deeply touched by the interaction of the married couple as their power struggle over her life unfolded. This was particularly disturbing for me to see as a contemporary wife and mother.

Ashley and I had exciting conversations throughout our viewing (which have continued after, Hooray!)

At the end of the movie, Ashley asked me, "so Mommy, that is why you are able to vote?"

To which I replied, "Yes, darling, and when you turn eighteen, you will be able to vote, too!"

(oh my goodness, that time will be here before I know it!)

BE SURE TO VOTE NOVEMBER 4th!!

Fall Quilt Show through this Weekend at Olbrich Gardens

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:47:41 -0700

The Olbrich Garden Fall Quilt Show approaches its FINAL WEEKEND!

Take a chance, check out these ExtraOrdinary Quilts in the serene setting of Lovely Olbrich Gardens!

Ashley and I visited and photographed these marvelous

works of art. The afternoon sun blazed through

the glass, highlighting the vivid colors.

The Show continues through the weekend,

open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2809 Dunwoody Drive, Madison, WI 53713

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:51:20 -0700

AN ASTOUNDING VALUE, OFFERED AT $149,900!!

NEW LISTING!! 2809 Dunwoody Drive, Madison

Beltline to South on Rimrock Road, left on Moorland Road, right on Dunwoody Drive

3 Bedrooms - 1.75 Baths - 1298 Square Feet

Attached Garage - Private Lot with Mature Trees - Raised Deck

Convenient Location! Close to Beltline and shopping - convenient to Downtown!

Huge Living Room, Spacious Dining Area with access to Deck,

Sharp Kitchen - Loaded with Cabinets,

Family Room is Great for a Get Away or it could be a Fourth Bedroom -

Quick occupancy possible! See it Today!

This home offers one of those rare opportunities to turn T-L-C into Equity.

This property is affordable and highly functional with a 3/4 Bedroom floorplan.

MLS#1538105

Laurie Logan, CRS, GRI, e-PRO

RE.MAX Preferred 608-345-5577

LaurieLogan@sbcglobal.net

1108 Fairchild Street, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:42:40 -0700

NEW LISTING!! 1108 Fairchild Street, Sun Prairie

Huge Value at $142,000 !!!

Highway 19 to North on Bird Street, left on Schuman, left on Fairchild

3 Bedrooms - 1.5 Baths - 1345 Square Feet

2 Car Attached Garage - Huge Corner Lot - Raised Deck

Great Location! Close to Shopping, Parks, Schools, and Highway 151!

Compact Floorplan with all Necessities.

Large Lot Graced with Mature Trees!

Raised Deck and Two Car Garage Complete this Value Packed Offering!

See it today! Quick occupancy possible!

MLS#1538104

Laurie Logan, CRS, GRI, e-PRO

RE.MAX Preferred 608-345-5577

LaurieLogan@sbcglobal.net

BRING THE KIDS!!! Fire Truck Parade on the Madison, WI Capitol Square

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 23:40:17 -0700

Annual Dane County Fire Truck Parade
Oct 5, 2008 1-3PM
State Street & Capitol Square

Over 30 fire trucks from around Dane County will travel up State Street and Parade around the Capitol Square, there they will remain on display for everyone to look at.

Bring the kids, bring your camera and come out to see some beautiful fire trucks and meet the firefighters who protect our communities every day.

The Dane County Fire Chiefs Association sponsors the annual Fire Truck Parade up State Street and onto the Capitol Square on Sunday, October 5 from 1 PM to 3 PM. The fire trucks will be on display until 3:00 PM on West Mifflin and North Carroll streets.

For further information contact Ed Ruckriegel at (608) 261-9845.

4723 Freese Lane, Madison, WI $2500 INCENTIVE PACKAGE

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 23:25:56 -0700

4723 Freese Lane, Madison, WI

$2500 INCENTIVE PACKAGE

(Incentive may be used for Appliances, Closing Costs- Pre-paid Items,

Remodelling approved by seller - Washer- Dryer)

OPERATION FRESH START Home designed to be Fully Accessible: Level Lot, Level Driveway,

Sidewalk, and Front Porch

$142,850 Excellent Value for the Income Eligible Buyer!

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, 1008 Square Feet

Utility Room, 1+ Car Garage

Fresh New Construction in the Twin Oaks Neighborhood, adjacent to Green Space

(Directions: Highway 51 towards McFarland, East on Sigglekow Road, North on Freese Lane)

For More Information or a Private Showing:

Contact: Laurie Logan, RE/MAX Preferred 608-345-5577 laurielogan@remax.net LaurieLogan.com