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The Value Of Friends

By Carol Zingone

Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Network Realty BK 3030920

February 03, 2011 09:57 AM

We all have friends, and we all have varying levels of friendship; some are "go to" friends who you can call when you need help.

I had a car issue yesterday, and thankfully, the issue presented on my way back from the gym in the morning, when traffic was light.

It was actually a day when I could be WITHOUT a car for the day, as I was conducting political candidate interviews for the local association, and I was in one location for the majority of the day, a relative anomaly in my daily schedule. A fellow Realtor friend, who had the same schedule for the day was able to pick me up at my mechanic's and drive me to our location.

Another friend was able to pick me up and bring me home (after dinner) and pick me up this morning, to take me to Enterprise for my cute little red Chevy rental this morning. I had properties to show in the rain today, and needed a car.

I know have my car back, the little red rental has been returned, and I'm just grateful that the situation was resolved for less than $200, and another Realtor buddy in my office was able to follow me to return the rental and pick up my car.

Take some time to REALLY appreciate the friends you have and say thank you - we can't get through life without them!

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Richard Ruggaber

Metro Life Homes - Los Angeles, CA

California Real Estate - (818) 422-5035

Friends are great and it is really nice to have them, especially during times like this one! Thank you for sharing.

Feb 03, 2011 10:00 AM

Laura Giannotta

Keller Williams Realty - Atlantic Shore - Little Egg Harbor, NJ

Your Realtor Down the Shore!

It's amazing how we've grown to depend on our cars and usually don't give it a second thought. You have great friends Carol, and this is a great way to say thank you!

Feb 03, 2011 10:09 AM

Not a real person

San Diego, CA

My friend in that circumstance would have been Triple A. Out here in San Diego, it seems people can’t be bothered to help someone else. They have their own problems, can't take time off from work, etc. That’s why I like the ActiveRain Pay It Forward group so much so that I don’t lose track of my Southern upbringing.

Feb 03, 2011 12:06 PM

Andrea Swiedler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT

Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

Carole, I had a response in mind, then I read Russel's comment and was blown away. I can't imagine people not pitching in and helping, and honestly, it is a gift to be allowed to help someone out.

Feb 03, 2011 09:57 PM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing your story. My wife took her car for a regular check and ended up with $2,500+ in repairs. The shop did pay for her rental car from Enterprise.

The colors of winter in Maryland. Life is good!

Feb 04, 2011 01:05 AM

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