Halloween for Adults in Ellicott City. - 10/31/08 09:36 AM
Halloween is certainly a holiday for children, but that does not mean that adults can not have fun too.

Start your evening off by watching the parade of costume dressed children enjoying the abundance of candy being given out by store-owners along Main Street.

Usually I can be found on the steps of Tersiguel's with a lovely glass of red wine in my hand, watching all of the fun, but this year I think a certain pumpkin will be taking me on a "walk-about"

 
As that event wraps up be sure to head back to Tersiguels for … (3 comments)

My "Fan of the day" award- John Hurly. - 10/30/08 09:40 AM
The Philadelphia Phillies became the winner of the 2008 World Series Wednesday evening defeating the Tampa Bay Devil Rays 4 games to 1. Fans went wild over the rain delayed game that was stopped Monday night because of the downpour and the series was finally concluded last night.
The Phillies have not won a world series since 1980.
Not that I really cared a hoot about the outcome or even realized that it was ongoing. Maybe if it was the Reds or the Orioles (Fat chance). I live in Maryland after all.
However it was refreshing this morning at the office to be … (2 comments)

I guess I am not as old as I think I am! - 10/29/08 09:11 PM
It's been a long day. 2 listing appointments this morning and 9 home showings this afternoon with a new buyer. Busy busy busy.
Add to that a rambunctious two year old who wants to play with Mummy when she gets home and you better believe I am tuckered out when dyno kid finally goes to bed!

At 8.15pm my assistant called me from the gym. While on the treadmill he had read the local rag. My all time favorite English singer, Billy Bragg was playing at the "Rams Head Live" in Baltimore. "Call and see what time he goes on" he said.
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...and you thought you were having a bad day! - 10/28/08 09:54 PM
Someone went to a great deal of trouble to let a "cheater" know that the game was up and the gloves were off.

There is probably a very nice car beneath all of these incriminating black and white pictures. Thankfully it is being well preserved with a few dozen rolls of cling wrap.
I wonder how long it took to unwrap this lovely gift?
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Halloween "TRICK OR TREAT" in Historic Ellicott City, Maryland. - 10/28/08 01:24 PM
A great start to the Halloween fun and games is always in Historic Ellicott City.

For the eleven years that I have lived in this area I have enjoyed this annual event. All the store owners fill baskets with candy and are swamped with little ghouls, Princesses and Spidermen. (Pumpkins too!) It is an event that is enjoyable to watch as well as participate.
Here are some pictures from 2007


There is plenty of Candy to go around.

Lots of great costumes

Some Parents too get into the spirit.         
The event ends at 6pm, so there is … (2 comments)

Obama Assassination plot foiled. - 10/27/08 10:17 PM
The evening news (Monday October 27th)is reporting that an assassination plot to kill Barack Obama was thwarted.
Two white supremacist skinheads were arrested in Tennessee over plans to go on a killing spree and eventually shoot the Democratic presidential candidate, court documents showed on Monday.
With the election a week away and with both the candidates hot on the trail across the USA, lets hope that this was not a sign of the times and everyone makes it to the polls.
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It's time for new headshots. - 10/27/08 09:47 PM
It's pretty bad when my clients ask if they will see the same picture this year on their yearly calendar!!!!
The picture that you see at the side of this blog has done some mileage. It was taken pre-baby, even pre pregnancy and has served me well, but it seemed like a good time for a change. ("Baby" is now "little man"!!!!)
Amy, a client of mine raved about a recent photo shoot that she and her 3 month old bundle of joy, Amanda had taken by a local photographer, Vanessa in Ellicott City. I live my life by referrals and when my client sent me … (7 comments)

ELLICOTT CITY HOME OWNERSHIP FAIR. - 10/27/08 08:13 AM

Two presentations per hour, information booths, free refreshments and more.
You will also receive valuable information from the following:
 
¨ Tax-Masters, Inc.                    1st Time Home Buyer Credit & Debt Forgiveness Act of 2007/2008
¨ Exchange Professionals, Inc       10-31 Tax Free Exchanges
¨ Entrust Mid Atlantic, LLC           Investment Options for Your Self-Directed IRA
¨ Prosperity Mortgage                    Reverse Mortgages; Improve Your Credit Score & more
¨ Long & Foster Insurance Updating Your Insurance
 
Home Financing Options to Lower Your Monthly Payments     Understanding Short Sales  Current Real Estate Market Trends     Thermal Imaging for Proper Insulation and more.

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Gas prices have just gone crazy! - 10/22/08 02:43 PM
I wrote a post last week about my euphoria of finding the local gas station selling gas for my gas guzzler at a mere $2.99 per gallon. What a treat that was.
Today I could hardly contain myself when I passed the Exon Mobil station at the Arundel Mills Mall in Hanover, Maryland and the posted price was only $2.59 per gallon.

Even better was that I only had a smidge over a quarter of a tank. It cost me less than $50 to fill up my vehicle.
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3rd Annual Scarecrow Classic in Ellicott City. - 10/21/08 11:43 AM

Join fellow runners and walkers at Meadowbrook Park on Sunday October 26th to raise money for the Brain Injury Association of Maryland.
Get a team together and join the fun!  You may register online through www.charmcityrun.com, or you may download a .pdf of the registration brochure here.
Weather predictions for Sunday are partly cloudy and mid 60's.
 
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Haunted House in Bowie, Maryland. - 10/21/08 11:19 AM

If you want to be scared to death and have some good family fun, head to the Bowie Baysox stadium for the Annual Haunted House. For seven years this area event has enjoyed the facilities at the stadium, but this has been an area fixture for 22 years.
Due to the nature of the images and themes in the production, it has been rated PG-13, unsuitable for children under 13 without the supervision of an adult. Parental discretion is highly encouraged and advised.
Portions of the ticket sales are donated to local charities. In the last eight years, Tulip Gulch Productions … (3 comments)

Should the right to VOTE become compulsory. - 10/21/08 10:33 AM
 
Only 2 weeks till the 2008 Election Day. Have you registered to VOTE?
I proudly "Pledged Allegiance to the Flag" in 2004 and as a new American Citizen I registered to vote within the first month of my Citizenship. The first time I voted in this Country was in the primaries. I can still recall that day 4 years ago, how proud I was, how I shed a personal tear because of the journey I had taken and how I wore my "I voted" sticker for the entire day.
As American Citizens it is our duty to vote.
 
DID YOU … (15 comments)

The quirks of Ellicott City, Maryland. - 10/21/08 10:00 AM
My son and I took a walk through Ellicott City recently, which is something we do on a regular basis. This particular day the parking situation was tough on the main street, so I finally found a space at the parking lot that sits beside the railway track and the Patapsco River.
Something caught my eye in the river. Here are our pictures of some strange sights.
   

 The rocks have been carefully selected and then piled on top of one another.

 

These rocks almost seem to defy gravity.

From the bridge even more labor intensive … (0 comments)

23rd Annual Taste & Auction of Howard County - 10/19/08 02:32 PM
What a lovely way to spend a Sunday evening in October.
Tonight is the 23rd Annual event held at Turf Valley in Ellicott City. A spectacular evening filled with entertainment and a HUGE silent auction. Enjoy tastings of food from many local Restaurants. The longest line is ALWAYS for the "Crepe Suzette" prepared in front of your eyes by Fernand Tersiguel from Tersiguel's French Restaurant in Ellicott City.
This is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Gilchrist Hospice Care.
 
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It's about time! - 10/15/08 07:57 PM
I guess I have been driving around oblivious to the changes in gas prices lately. I was aware it was not as horrific as in recent months, but I almost ran into a lamp post when I noticed the marquee at this gas station today.

The first number for "regular" is no longer a three.
Life is good.
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Every Little Boy LOVES a Fire Truck. - 10/15/08 08:30 AM
Are you planning your weekend of activities for the weekend in Howard County Maryland?
 
If, like me, you have a 2 year old who either wants to be a Fire Fighter or a Train Engineer, then be sure to stop by the
2008
HOWARD COUNTY FIRE EXPO
Sunday October 19th
11am-3pm
Oakland Mills High School
9410 Kilimanjaro Rd, Columbia. MD
 
Activities will include a Car Fire Demo, Auto Rescue Demo, Kids Fire Course, Fire Extinguishers, Haz Mat Display, Face Painting, Moon Bounce, Dunking Booth, Food and much more.



Hopefully there will be plenty of Fire Trucks … (4 comments)

Active Rain- So powerful it brings friends and families back together. - 10/13/08 01:29 PM
A warm and fuzzy tale about the power of Active Rain
I was out and about showing homes on Friday in Columbia, Maryland. Once all the showings were complete and I had said farewell to my clients I checked my phone for any activity. My rule of thumb is that I put my PDA phone on vibrate and leave it in the car while showing homes. (I always carry a smaller phone with me on showings for basic safety reasons)
Along with three missed calls was a number with a different area code that I did not recognize on the call log. I checked my … (9 comments)

Residential Home Resale statistics for Carroll County- September 2008 - 10/13/08 10:44 AM
Real Estate Trend Indicator

Carroll County, MD From: 09/01/2008 to 09/30/2008       
        
Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc
If your interested in relocating and finding a home in Carroll County, Maryland, please contact The Mcintire Team of Long & Foster Real Estate.
 
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Howard County Community Shredding Event- October 18th 2008 - 10/13/08 09:37 AM
Howard County is Earth Friendly
Howard County will be hosting a Shredding Event on Saturday October 18th where County residents may bring their documents (up to three bags or boxes) and watch as they are shredded.

Electronic storage devices (such as hard drives, discs, etc.) may also be brought to the event for destruction, but will be destroyed offsite.
For details, please call 410-313-6444 or e-mail any questions to help@howardcountyrecycles.org.
Location is Long Gate Park and Ride, Meadowbrook Park, Ellicott City - 9 am to 1 pm.
Contact: Office of Environmental Services, 410-313-6444
If your interested in relocating and finding a home … (5 comments)

Residential Home Resale statistics for Howard County- September 2008 - 10/12/08 12:52 PM
Real Estate Trend Indicator
Howard County, MD

From: 09/01/2008 to 09/30/2008               
 
 
 
 
 
Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc
If your interested in relocating and finding a home in Howard County, Maryland, please contact The Mcintire Team of Long & Foster Real Estate.
 
Ellie McIntire
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Residential Home Resale statistics for Baltimore County- September 2008 - 10/12/08 12:39 PM
Real Estate Trend Indicator
Baltimore County, MD

Interesting info: The average sale price has declined this month compared to last, but the sale price compared to list price is has increased.
 
From: 09/01/2008 to 09/30/2008               
 
Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. - MLS Resale Data
If your interested in relocating and finding a home in Baltimore County, Maryland, please contact The Mcintire Team of Long & Foster Real Estate.
 
Ellie McIntire
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Residential Home Resale statistics for Baltimore City- September 2008 - 10/12/08 12:28 PM
Real Estate Trend Indicator
Baltimore City, MD
From: 09/01/2008 to 09/30/2008               
Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. -
If your interested in relocating and finding a home in Baltimore City, Maryland, please contact The Mcintire Team of Long & Foster Real Estate.
 
Ellie McIntire
The McIntire Team
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Residential Home Resale statistics for Anne Arundel County- September 2008 - 10/12/08 11:22 AM
Real Estate Trend Indicator
Anne Arundel County, Maryland.

 
The average sold price of list price is a staggering 86.55%. Down from 90.6% from the previous month
 
 

Anne Arundel County, MD From: 09/01/2008 to 09/30/2008               
 
f your interested in relocating and finding a home in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, please contact The Mcintire Team of Long & Foster Real Estate.
 
Ellie McIntire
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410-750-8781(FX)
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Sunset in Baltimore City. - 10/11/08 11:59 AM
It was a perfect evening last night to go out and enjoy the delicious Fall Weather in Maryland and eat some crabs outside for possibly the last time this year.

There was not much conversation at the table as we concentrated on picking the crabs and enjoying this beautiful sunset across the harbor.
Life is good.
Ellie McIntire
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Open House in Ellicott City, Howard County- Sunday October 12th 2008 - 10/11/08 11:46 AM
4626 Smokey Wreath Way, Ellicott City, MD, 21042

Open Sunday October 12th  1:pm-3:pm
Located in the Ellicott City Neighborhood of Dorsey Hall, in the Howard County School System (Northfield ES, Dunloggin MS, Wilde Lake HS) this terrific 4 bedroom/2 full/2 half bath Colonial also has all the benefits of the Columbia Association (swimming pools, playgrounds, basketball courts, walking trails-just look directly behind the house) and the close proximity to the Dorsey Search Village Center (groceries, movies, etc.).  
Visit www.SmokeyWreath.info to see all the MAGNIFICENT details of this home.
Ellie McIntire
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Open House in West Friendship, Howard County- Sunday October 12th 2008 - 10/11/08 11:27 AM
12580 Clover Hill Drive, West Friendship, MD, 21794

Open Sunday October 12th  1:pm-3:pm

Visit www.CloverHillTour.info for a visual introduction.








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Congratulations to Victoria Gastro Pub in Columbia, MD. - 10/11/08 11:19 AM
A great new restaurant in Columbia, MD, Victoria Gastro Pub was very much noticed in the 2008 Readerʼs Choice Best of Dining in the October issue of Howard Magazine.

They won 12 awards.
More than any other restaurant in one year, In all the years Patuxent Publishing Has been running this poll.  
They won:  
Best Overall Restaurant  
Best New Restaurant  
Best Bar Food  
Best Happy Hour  
Best Service
On top of that, they won Honorable Mention for:  
Ambiance  
Brunch  
Burgers  
Desserts  
Margaritas  
Place to take out-of-towners  
Wine List
It you … (1 comments)

Baltimore Running Festival 2008 - 10/09/08 09:02 AM
          The Baltimore Running Festival is ready to take over the streets of Baltimore again.               
Saturday, October 11, 2008, 08:00 AMM&T Bank (Ravens) Stadium555 Russell StreetBaltimore, MD 21230
This event was known simply as the Baltimore Marathon is an event that is so much more than just a marathon that they have changed the name to the Baltimore Running Festival.

 
Everyone can participate, but if you have not registered by today, then you will have to wait until next year.
Events include a Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K Race, Team Relay and Kids Run Run.
Watching the Weather Man this … (1 comments)

Do I REALLY use my cell phone that much? - 10/09/08 08:21 AM
I remember back in the good old days, long before my Real Estate career, when I purchased my first cell phone.
Don't worry this is not a tale about the big bulky cell phones that weighed a ton and could only hold a charge for 30 minutes or so- I was not that progressive! I think I held out till 1997!
Prior to that I had traveled the world on and off for 10 years with a backpack on my back and a secret stash of local currency to make that once a week phone call home.
Back to 2008. My … (30 comments)

Fells Point Festival- October 4th & 5th. - 10/04/08 12:16 PM
What a glorious Fall weekend to take a trip down to Fells Point in Baltimore City.
This is the 42nd annual outdoor street festival held in Baltimore's original deep water seaport, Fell's Point. The festival was originally started as a way to raise funds and draw attention to Fell's Point when the area was slated for demolition due to highway construction. The Fell's Point Fun Festival continues that tradition, showcasing historic Fell's Point, it's businesses, its charming 18th and 19th century residences, and Baltimore City life.

 
The Festival will attract over 700,000 people this year, who as an added treat … (4 comments)

BWI Taxi drivers say Thank you to Michael Phelps. - 10/04/08 07:40 AM
Don't worry, there is no separate parade and there is nothing that has been formally missed, but clients of mine (3 in total) who happen to be Taxi Cab drivers at BWI (Baltimore Washington Airport) are thrilled about the HUGE parade & festivities scheduled for today (Saturday October 4th)in honor of Michael Phelps. (I posted Welcome home Michael Phelps. earlier this week)

The sad state of the economy has badly affected air travel this year and the hard working chaps who depend on passengers from the airport for their income have inevitably been struggling.

The airport is buzzing and business is good this … (1 comments)

Macbeth in Ellicott city - 10/02/08 02:28 PM
Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn, and cauldron bubble
There is no more perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit this October than to experience Macbeth in Ellicott City.

Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, Maryland's premier classics company, will remount its sell-out 2007 production of Macbeth with a new and highly imaginative version that puts Macbeth on the move.   The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company will bring its award-winning production of Macbeth outdoors to the grounds of the Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park, October 10-26, 2008. 

On, in and around the massive, haunted stone ruins, audience members will join the Macbeths, witches … (1 comments)

Welcome home Michael Phelps. - 10/02/08 06:14 AM
                                                                                          

Unless you live under a rock in Maryland this week, you will be fully aware that this Saturday is dedicated to the homecoming event of 8 times gold medalist Michael Phelps.

The USA is proud of this amazing Olympian, but his home state is just giddy and can't wait to celebrate.
Saturday will begin in Towson with the Parade of Gold
Event begins at the intersection of York Road and Burke Avenue in Towson at 3:00 pm Parking for the Parade of Gold will be FREEin all public parking garages in the downtown Towson area. Parking meters in Towson … (2 comments)

 
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I am a Maryland transplant from many other places, most recently Florida, but since 1997 I have found my true home in the heart of this great State. Maryland has it all. Mountains 3 hours to the West, the Atlantic Ocean 3 hours to the East and head North and South for either Philadelphia and New York or Washington DC. It is the perfect location! The Metro Baltimore area offers a rich mix of history and modern amenities. City living, suburbia or "not a neighbor in sight" is available in this area. Excellent Schools, amazing communities and an incredible location is why many people choose to live in Central Maryland. I proudly help my clients buy and sell all types of homes in Howard County and beyond. Enjoying the entire process is my goal for my clients. Every transaction is different and everyone has different needs. I know the Metro Baltimore area well and I am current on the Real Estate Market activity- That's my job. As your "Buyers Agent" I will work diligently to find you the home that suits all your needs. I will update you immediately when a home matches your search criteria. I will educate you on the current market and help you craft the best offer possible. I will "hold your hand" throughout the entire process. As your "Listing Agent" I will coach and guide you from day one to put your best foot forward when you list your home. I will use aggressive and innovative marketing strategies to give your home the best exposure possible. I will use modern technology and multiple resources that other agents do not use. I WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH PROOF OF ALL MY EFFORTS. I am a full time agent and I my number one goal is to give you exceptional service ALWAYS.


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