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community: From Generation to Generation - 07/28/10 03:34 PM
There are certain landmarks in the career of a REALTOR® that gives one pause and reminds us how important our clients are. Home Buyers and Sellers all have stories, we become involved in their lives and help them in a time of important decisions. Matthew and I take that responsibility very seriously and always true to put our selves in the position of our clients when we’re giving advice. Sometimes we have to give advice or counsel that folks don’t wish to hear. At times we have to deliver bad new and other good. But at all times, we become characters … (3 comments)
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community: What's Happened to Sundays? - 02/09/10 08:41 PM
I must admit, I'm very sad that Ukrops has been sold!
I always felt special when I walked into Ukrops: Carrying out my groceries, babysitting, if needed, snack during my trip. And I also like the fact that all employees had Sundays off!
But I do not feel like I am in a mall like I do when I visit Wegmans!
Honestly, I don't know why the chain had to sell. Why did higher standards not work out for Ukrops when it works so well for Chick-Fil-A.
I know that the new owner will make changes - including the sell … (2 comments)
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community: Hung Out To Dry in Lake Land'or - 10/19/09 07:32 PM
(my husband graciously wrote this for me)
I will readily admit that I like having tidy neighbors. I fully agree that junk and yard clutter decrease the value of property resale.
I am also happy to hear that Virginia is considering a law to overrule the local POA's policy against hanging one's clothes to dry outside.
There are over 300,000 Property Owner's Associations in the US and many of them have adopted a policy to disallow clotheslines.
I initially thought this to be a good thing, but as my understanding of environmental impact and cost savings has grown, I've changed my … (0 comments)
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community: Fall Fun Close to Home - 10/12/09 03:08 PM
This weekend I participated in my first Oktoberfest. It was a neighborhood get-together with friends coming together to enjoy the nip in the air, try a few beers, and stuff themselves with some great German food!
For someone who does not drink beer or eat sauerkraut, I still had a great time! Just getting to know your neighbors a little bit better and to create a deeper relationship makes you feel like family. And since our families are often in another town or state, it’s important to have friends that you feel like you can call upon during an emergency … (3 comments)
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community: Caroline County Update for September - 09/13/09 02:19 PM
From the County Administrator and the Caroline County Website… (I’ve added most of the hyperlinks to make it easier for you to visit).
Contact Information: Percy Ashcraft, County Administrator pashcraft@co.caroline.va.us (804) 633-5380
Message from the County Administrator September, 2009
This message is the ninth in 2009 to better update our citizens and visitors to the website. The information serves as a status report for ongoing projects, and also serves as a preview to different happenings that are in the planning stages.
County government offices will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Offices will reopen at … (0 comments)
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community: What's the Right Community for You? - 05/31/09 07:48 PM
There's so much to consider when choosing a community. And even though Caroline and Spotsylvania Counties have their own general personalities, each subdivision has it's own feel.
Caroline still tends to be more isolated and rural. The prices are lower for the square footage. But there are more HOAs with fees to go with it. Even the two gated lake communities of Lake Caroline and Lake Land'or have different feels.
Spotsylvania is closer to shopping and community activities but the individual communities do not offer as much within themselves.
What are you looking for in a community?
Here are some … (0 comments)
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community: Making Friends - 12/18/08 10:06 AM
I received an email question this week that I thought I would share with you along with my answer...
Hi, we just moved to the area and I have an only child who is six and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on how he can make friends in this area. Thanks.
Welcome to the area! There are several groups that meet on a regular basis between the Fredericksburg and Richmond Areas that you may want to consider.
The first thing I would recommend is finding a local church that you feel comfortable with. http://www.visitcaroline.com/churches.html
Since your child is 6, … (0 comments)
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community: Giving Back - 11/24/08 07:38 PM
"The use of our possessions shows us up for what we actually are." -Tyron Edwards
I read a devotion this morning about remembering not just to build your own home, but also to build the home of the Lord. It reminded me of the huge list of charity organizations that need our help this season to make Christmas special to those that have less than us.
In our own family we are making huge cutbacks. Our trip to Disney was our primary Christmas gift to ourselves this year. Our oldest daughter has been making gifts for months from craft items … (0 comments)
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community: Out and about with Volunteers in Caroline, Virginia - 06/10/08 05:52 PM
I've really enjoyed getting back out in the community this week and meeting new people.
Dr. Trementozzi from the Christian Health Center visited our church on Sunday and shared about a "Father's Heart." He was able to tie in the need for a caring and loving Father, with how God responds to us and provides for our needs.
Other staff members of the clinic were there and it was great to see & talk to them again. We also had visitors from The Remuda Ranch, a facility to help young ladies struggling with eating disorders. This organization has been such a blessing in helping young ladies … (0 comments)
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