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Now That's What I Call Getting Away From It All

We leave tomorrow morning for the beautiful Pacific Northwest. My sister and her family have a cabin on a remote island in the San Juans. It's so remote, in fact, they have asked me to refrain from mentioning its name. Those who live here are fiercely protective of their privacy. Needless to say I will be out of the rain for a few days.

I'm looking forward to spending some time away from the busy-ness, computers (oops, I already feel the AR withdrawals kicking in) and overall distractions. Needless to say, I'll be bringing all my photo gear and can't wait to see what I can shoot there.

I also look forward to just plain relaxing, catching up on my reading, spending time with family and exploring the island.

On Monday I will head to the campus at Microsoft in Redmond, WA to have lunch with Patrick Elliott, a member of the Windows beta test team. I met Patrick on a tour while we were beta testing Vista. Patrick came out from Virginia and shortly thereafter was hired. If you ever get the chance to take a tour of the Microsoft campus, don't miss it. It is an incredible experience. I'll catch up with you as soon as I get back. Take care!

Posted by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage on 09/12/2007 08:51 AM

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16 Comments on Now That's What I Call Getting Away From It All

Tom,

Trusting you'll have a wonderful and relaxing time and I'm looking forward to seeing the pictures and reading the blog about your experiences when you get back.....you'll be missed !

09/12/2007 09:22 AM

by Jo-Anne Smith-Belleville, Quinte and Prince Edward Region Real Estate, Ont. (Royal Lepage Proalliance Realty, Brokerage)

I do not think you will find many people to disagree with this post.

Dwayne West-"Your professional Atlanta Realtor"

09/12/2007 09:27 AM

by Canton Georgia Real Estate--- Dwayne West (Atlanta Real Estate)

Jo - Relaxing will not be a problem. I'm looking forward to taking those pictures! Thanks, as always, for the kind words.

Dwayne - Thanks for stopping by. I'd be intersted in hearing from anyone who would disagree!

09/12/2007 09:33 AM

by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

Looks like a great get away. Relax and stay out of the rain for a few days.

09/12/2007 09:39 AM

by Joan Whitebook, ABR, e-Pro, CEBA (Buyer's Option Realty Services)

I love the pictures...they're great. Never really thought of Virginia

09/12/2007 09:39 AM

by Larry Bettag - Cherry Creek Mortgage

Imagine all the things we'll be saying about you here while you're away Tom :) You won't be able to log in fast enough when you get home !!! You know it's true!

I happen to love the Pacific Northwest myself and this is the perfect time of year for a fantastic get-away. Sit back and let the refreshing breeze to blow through your soul. We'll be awaiting your return.

09/12/2007 10:28 AM

by Portland Oregon Real Estate Broker * Jennifer Bukaty * (RE/MAX equity group, inc.)

Tom - Have a safe and relaxing trip. WE all look forward to photos of your trip.

09/12/2007 10:39 AM

by nwRealty.com

Joan - Thanks so much.

Larry - Glad you liked them. I'm not sure I understand the Virginia reference.

Jennifer - And you have the nerve to call me a trouble-maker? Don't forget what they say about payback!

Debi - Can't wait to be up in your area. Thanks.

09/12/2007 10:48 AM

by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

Tom - Want coffee on your way up the I-5 corridor? Buy ya a Starbucks

09/12/2007 10:52 AM

by nwRealty.com

Howdy Tom

It looks like a very fine get away place. Have lots of fun there.

Have a good one

09/12/2007 05:57 PM

by Dale Baker, Home Inspector- in NH & VT (Baker Home Inspections and Consulting Service)

Thanks Dale - I'm so looking forward to it. Take care.

09/12/2007 06:35 PM

by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

Have a wonderful time and know that you will be missed!!! Love that cabin - is it yours????

09/12/2007 06:51 PM

by Barbara-Jo & Bill - - Florida Realty Professional - AHWD (Charles Rutenberg Realty)

I'll miss you guys, too. See you soon! I don't know who's cabin it is. I saw it on Orcas Island and had to photograph it.

09/12/2007 07:28 PM

by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

OMG what a beautiful place to visit!!! I can't wait to see pics when you return.

Have a wonderful, peaceful, relaxing time.

09/12/2007 10:44 PM

by Stephanie Shields (ERA Young Realty & Investment)

Enjoy, Relax, Laugh and Refill ..... Have a wonderful time.

09/13/2007 10:47 AM

by Kansas City North Real Estate :: Fran White 816-682-3897 (North Kansas City Real Estate, Reece and Nichols Residential)

Stephanie - It is gorgeous. I'm actually north of the Canadian boder, but in the U.S. We can see the lights of Vancouver at night. Breathtaking.

Fran - I have been doing all of the above. Thanks.

09/14/2007 10:19 AM

by Tom Plant - Murrieta Real Estate Expert - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

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