"A Senseless Death" - Living in the aftermath of a Drunk Driver - 10/31/07 04:54 PM
Every Tuesday night, we take some badly-needed time off from hectic pace of life to meet with some friends, share a meal, and share our lives. It's become a welcomed oasis in our week.... * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * … (19 comments)
"Late Crabbing Season Re-Opens!" - Life on the Kitsap Peninsula - 10/29/07 11:34 AM
The Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife recently announced that 5 areas of the Puget Sound will reopen to recreational crab fishing. This is welcome news to those of us here in Kitsap County who drop our crab pots out on Hood Canal. This past couple of Summer seasons have been rather disappointing, to … (6 comments)
"Razor Clammin' on Copalis Beach WA" - Life in scenic Washington State - 10/29/07 11:17 AM
This past Saturday, my oldest son, Ben, and I drove out to the Washington Coast for the first official Razor Clam dig of the 2007 Fall Season. It takes us about 2 1/2 hours to drive out on Hwy. 3 through Shelton, past Aberdeen & Hoquiam, and then on up to … (2 comments)
"Move Over, Top Chef!" - Life on the Kitsap Peninsula WA - 10/23/07 02:10 PM
Tonight I have the pleasure of cooking dinner for some friends of ours. Every Tuesday evening we hook-up with two other couples, share a crust of bread, and just hang-out & relax. It's quickly become one of the highlights of our week! Dr. Dan is a local Family Practice Physician here in Silverdale … (27 comments)
The New "Olympic View Marina" in Seabeck - Life on the Kitsap Peninsula WA - 10/18/07 03:34 PM
As an avid recreational boater out on the Kitsap Peninsula, I am thrilled about the new "Olympic View Marina" development project out in Seabeck WA. While there are a number of really excellent marina resources on the eastern half of the Kitsap Peninsula, the former Seabeck Marina was the only one on … (372 comments)
"Razor-Clams and Real Estate" - Life on the Kitsap Peninsula WA - 10/17/07 01:20 PM
The first Razor-Clam dig of the 2007 Fall Season has just been announced by the Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife. To read all of the details, go HERE. I truly enjoy all that living in the scenic Pacific Northwest has to offer. Digging for Razor-Clams is one of them. Did you know … (3 comments)
"Is it possible to be TOO transparent?" - 10/16/07 01:50 PM
One of the big buzz words circulating around the blogosphere these days is 'Transparency.' Supposedly, according to net-savvy soothsayers and proponents of Web 2.0, today's consumers are demanding greater transparency in our business practices and ethics. Aspects of our trade that have long been cloaked in mystery are being exposed and explained. This trend … (43 comments)
"But I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express!" - 10/16/07 12:37 PM
I came across something on our beloved network the other day that was a bit disconcerting. Whenever I log onto ActiveRain, one of my regular habits is to access both the 'Referrals' and the 'Q&A' sections. Since I am only currently licensed in the State of Washington, I only respond to referrals and questions … (58 comments)
"Is it just ME?" Correcting Inspection Issues Prior to Closing - 10/14/07 02:15 AM
Okay, so I encountered one of those 'first time' events this past week. I am representing some Buyers on the purchase of a house in Port Orchard WA. They're a really sweet young Navy couple, first time Buyers, he just made Chief. We've been having a blast! We went under contract and conducted … (22 comments)
"Hood Canal Sunset" Life on the Kitsap Peninsula - 10/14/07 12:55 AM
The recent post by the Bloggin' Bolen Brothers inspired me to share this recent shot of Hood Canal, one of the many popular waterways of the Puget Sound, here amidst the breathtaking scenery known as Washington State. You really owe it to yourself to read Gary Bolen's article. it's one of the better posts … (9 comments)
Central Kitsap Junior High Football on the Kitsap Peninsula WA - 10/11/07 01:56 PM
Central Kitsap Jr. High JV Football Team demolishes a stunned Ridgetop Jr. High Today was Game 3 of the season for the CKJH Cubs JV Football squad. Our opponent, Ridgetop Jr. High, has historically 'spanked' us quite handily over the past 5 or so years. So going into today's game, our boys … (4 comments)
Looking for a church family on the Kitsap Peninsula WA - 10/10/07 04:18 PM
Okay, so you've just moved to our little slice of 'Heaven-on-Earth,' the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula in scenic Washington State. And you're wondering, where can we go to worship & connect with God, make new friends, and get our kids plugged in? New Life is the place for you! With two convenient gatherings - Klahowya Secondary … (8 comments)
Yet Another Client Testimonial on the Kitsap Peninsula in scenic Washington State - 10/09/07 01:14 PM
Here's another Client Testimonial for Rich Jacobson, a licensed real estate professional with Windermere Real Estate, assisting clients with buying and selling residential properties throughout the West Sound WA, including Kitsap, NE Mason, West Pierce, and Jefferson Counties: "Rich - Thank you for all the great help that have given our family. We … (9 comments)
Another Client Testimonial in the West Puget Sound of scenic Washington State - 10/09/07 05:38 AM
Here's another Client Testimonial for Rich Jacobson, a licensed real estate professional with Windermere Real Estate, assisting clients with buying and selling residential properties throughout the West Sound WA, including Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, and Jefferson Counties: "Rich was 1st Class! He provided the most excellent and professional services. We appreciated his guidance and direction … (2 comments)
Agent Pet Peeves: "Just Because ET phoned Home, doesn't mean You should!" - 10/08/07 11:36 PM
Okay, I'll make this short and sweet (well, depending on whether or not you're guilty, maybe 'not-so-sweet') Allow me to be direct and to the point. Is there a phone in your profile picture? You know, one of those shots where you're sitting there 'yakkin' away, as though you're deeply engaged in some … (20 comments)
"Yielding the Right-of-Way" - Representing Your Client's Best Interests - 10/06/07 05:01 PM
Money, or the allure of money, sometimes does the strangest things to people. It causes them to lose sight of their priorities and purpose. It clouds their judgment. It changes their focus from serving others to serving themselves. In real estate, it can be an easy temptation to lose sight of our statutory or fiduciary responsibilities and obligations, especially in … (11 comments)
Jump Start Your Market by Jumping Out of the Box - 10/04/07 07:14 PM
This post was inspired by the fireball from Hurricane, WV...ActiveRain's favorite sweetheart, Sarah Cooper. Earlier today she posted a community challenge of sorts, a rallying cry to the members of our beloved network, entitled "Grab a Jacket - Frost Warning in Hell!" It's one of those posts you read simply because of the … (50 comments)
Kitsap County WA Market Report for October 2007 - 10/04/07 02:33 PM
Real Estate Market Report/Conditions in Kitsap County WA for 10/04/2007 The following is a quick analysis of the combined single-family home and condo market within Kitsap County, Washington for October 2007, provided by Rich Jacobson of Windermere Real Estate, in Silverdale, WA (Data for Bainbridge Island is included below) Properties currently active on … (4 comments)
"Monsters in the Blogosphere!" - 10/03/07 03:08 PM
A while back, I wrote a fun, somewhat comical, somewhat serious, piece entitled, "Armchair Quarterbacks in the Blogosphere." It was written in response to an encounter I had with someone who had commented rather maliciously to an article I published on my 'other' blog, SOUNDBITEBLOG. If done well, conversational blogging should foster good, … (23 comments)
Move over, Brett Favre! Here comes Luke Jacobson!!! - 10/01/07 06:00 PM
As many of you know, my youngest son, Luke, is starting quarterback for Central Kitsap Junior High JV Football team. The first game of the season, we won a nail-biter against Marcus Whitman Jr. High in Port Orchard. In Week Two, we played against Fairview Jr. High. Luke led the victory … (20 comments)
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