This morning I got a bit of advice from my buddy and fellow Rainer, Lynda Eisenmann. So far, I don't think there's been any advice I have not heeded from Lynda (with the possible exception of whether another Martini was appropriate---but that's another story) that has not proved to be right on target. Today, Lynda suggested I do a search in AR to see blogs where my name had been mentioned. I was embarrassed to find there were many posts by many old friends and some new friends that I had never seen. Oh my, it was daunting to realize that so many had complimented me and I hadn't given them my thanks.
Well, that did it. I've been meaning to sign up for Google Alerts, so today I did it. Wow it was certainly a good thing I put it off because the process was quite lengthy. It took all of 10 seconds! So, if I may offer a word of advice, if you haven't done so yet sign up for Google Alerts so you can give immediate thanks instead of apologies for not acknowledging those who honor you in their posts. Missy Caulk wrote an article in May that gives you step by step instructions if you need them.
Today it truly felt like Christmas in July, opening one beautifully wrapped gift after another from my friends in AR Here's part of what I saw in my search. It's an example of the wonderful friendships that have been planted, nurtured, nourished, and continue to grow here in the Rain:
Kaye Thomas
There's Rain In Long Beach - 06/10/2007 07:19 PM
William Johnson
San Diego Soiree was a Blast. - 06/04/2007 11:56 PM
The Code, The Creed and the Oath - 06/22/2007 11:36 AM
Kevin Tomlinson
My Top Ten Favorite Active Rain Bloggers - 06/23/2007 04:33 AM
Jeff Dowler
It Rained in Long Beach, California Today! - 02/07/2007 11:04 PM
ActiveRainers on the Beach in Southern California - 05/18/2007 12:12 AM
The California AR Crowd Celebrates in Long Beach! - 06/10/2007 01:05 PM
Surf, Sand and Flat Sara?? AR Laguna/Newport Beach Meet Up - 05/18/2007 02:32 AM |
Tisza Major-Posner 
Lynda Eisenmann (Thank you for being my best buddy and for introducing me to AR)
OPERATION GRATITUDE ~ Remembering those who serve... - 06/30/2007 11:14 PM
Going the distance in real estate? - 03/05/2007 11:04 PM
Orange County, Fun in the sun for April 2007 - 04/08/2007 09:16 AM
Michelle DeRepentigny
Localism Week In Review 6/23/2007 - 6/30/2007 - 07/01/2007 03:24 AM
Meme me once, meme me twice... meme me once again... - 06/16/2007 04:34 AM |
Maureen Mc Cabe 
Irena Netchaev
Happy 1st Birthday Active Rain - Los Angeles Gathering - 06/10/2007 01:07 PM
Jeff Belonger
A bad home inspection? Just maybe..... - 06/29/2007 10:33 AM
Galel Fajardo
What an AWESOME Cause! - 07/02/2007 12:48 AM
Ron Pickett
Top Realtors Know This! - 05/18/2007 01:10 PM
Ricardo Bueno
Tonight at Parker's Lighthouse::"Why should I join Active Rain?" I'll tell you why!!! - 06/10/2007 05:39 AM
Tina Maraj Shah -
Our Long Beach Active Rain Gathering on June 9th! - 06/11/2007 10:58 PM
Jason Sardi
Commentary From A Common Man... - 06/23/2007 10:32 PM
Joslyn Panka
My Blog Roll and All Time Favorites! - 07/06/2007 05:36 PM
Ana Connell
20/20 Follow up-Show originally aired in October of 2005! - 06/23/2007 02:14 AM
The photos above represent one of the greatest gifts anyone could ever receive --- the recognition and respect of people you admire. Thanks again to each of you. Thanks Active Rain for providing a place for our friendships and businesses to bloom and grow!
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Marlene Bridges, REALTOR® 800 777-1775
South Orange County Real Estate Website
Orange County Seniors Lifestyles Blog
SRES - Seniors Real Estate Specialist®
CRS-Certified Residential Specialist®
President - Laguna Hills/Laguna Woods Chamber of Commerce
Marlene is a highly experienced South Orange County CA REALTOR® specializing in residential Real Estate and the sale of Homes and Condos in South Orange County, California and Saddleback Valley cities of: Laguna Woods, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, Rancho Santa Margarita, Lake Forest, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Aliso Viejo, Mission Viejo.
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