Today's blog is about a topic I hold dear: the joy of having a good neighbor. I grew up in a rural part of the Hudson Valley in New York State. As a child, I learned that a good neighbor was like gold. My parents couldn't stress it enough. Winters were harsh and you might need a neighbor to help if a car broke down or a house lost heat. My parents both worked and we had the basics, just like everyone else in town. Life was simpler then; it wasn't the suburban life I have now. Today, if I need something, I buy it. I don't have to bother anyone - but I know I can. I am blessed to have several good neighbors, and I am thinking about them as I affirm all the good things in my life this Thanksgiving week.
We live life at a breakneck pace. I think most Realtors have a turbo charged inner clock, which lets us handle so many things at once. Now and then, however, it is good to slow down and take stock of what we are doing and what things are important to us. We understand the value of relationships in our business, and we see the value of good neighborhoods, where the homes show that people care. This Thanksgiving, call a neighbor you cherish and tell them how thankful you are for them. If you don't have a good neighbor, perhaps you might want to list the houses on either side of you, and work on finding two wonderful new neighbors. Just a thought.....
The important thing is to give thanks. Once you get into the habit, you start to recognize things you are grateful for. The positive energy this creates affects everything you do and everyone around you. Stay away from negative people - they add nothing to your life. Happy Thanksgiving. I hope you recognize all the good things in your life.
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