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THANKSGIVING TRADITION

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Real Estate Agent with Majestic Properties 3061802

TURKEY DAYThanksgiving is such an incredible holiday and although it's just only one day, passes quickly and it seems to be about the turkey, food and desserts, it is so much more than that.  We all know all about the Pilgrims and Indians and all the history behind this great day.  But let me tell you what an incredible perspective, as a foreigner, I have of this American Holiday Tradition.  Getting families together, no matter where you live or what you do, sharing a beautiful evening for the mere purpose of being Thankful is a concept that transcends boundaries and ethnicities.  

We try to live our lives to the fullest, work like maniacs, run around and fill our days will all kinds of activities, and most of us ARE thankful for all the blessings that surround us.  But taking this single day to sit with family and friends, put everything into focus and acknowledge our blessings is something that I, being born in Venezuela, thank all Americans for sharing with me and my family.  We have adopted your holiday into a tradition of our own.  Thank you for sharing and have a beautiful THANKSGIVING DAY!

RICK & INES

http://www.yourpropertypros.com/ www.miamism.com

Comments(72)

Dena Stevens
Rocky Mountain Realty - Canon City, CO
Putting The Real Into Realtor Since 2004
I think this blog is a perfect example of why we should have an Active Rain Convention! We need to meet each other, share ideas and amuse each other.
Nov 22, 2006 12:45 PM
"The Lovely Wife" The One And Only TLW.
President-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc. - Kissimmee, FL
Dena, good point! Did you see what "INES" did to your post?...TLW...ROAR!
Nov 22, 2006 12:54 PM
S. Leanne Paynter ☼ Broward County, FL
United Realty Group, Inc. - Davie, FL
Davie, Plantation, Cooper City & Weston Specialist
Nah!  Just enjoying all your back-n-forth humor!  Feels more like a chatroom than a blog and I hadn't been on one of those in many years.
Nov 22, 2006 12:56 PM
"The Lovely Wife" The One And Only TLW.
President-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc. - Kissimmee, FL

I don't drink...For the record...

Hijacking is being done so we can all get to know each other...

There's your wisdom Dena...This is not a icky chat room.

This is AR...Hijacking other's peoples posts brings folks together, isn't that what all this is about...

Can I stop being serious now...

TLW "The Lovely Wife"...Queen Of HighJacking...ROAR!

Nov 22, 2006 01:14 PM
Kristal Kraft
Novella Real Estate - Denver, CO
Selling Metro Denver Real Estate - 303-589-2022

Hey Leanne pass the punch...I'm way out of step.

Happy Thanksgiving Ines!  You are right, our tradition is terrific and we can do it on anyday, any where we wish.

I'll be leaving now, I don't want to get shot... :)

Nov 22, 2006 01:30 PM
"The Lovely Wife" The One And Only TLW.
President-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc. - Kissimmee, FL
Ines, we hijaked Karen's post. We are all over there...TLW...ROAR!
Nov 22, 2006 01:33 PM
Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate
Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL

I didn't even realize this was my own post until Kristal's comment.  Thanks Kristal - Sorry you had to go through all that, but TLW is armed and dangerous.....on to Karen's

Have an Awesome Thanksgiving Kristal!

Nov 22, 2006 01:44 PM
S. Leanne Paynter ☼ Broward County, FL
United Realty Group, Inc. - Davie, FL
Davie, Plantation, Cooper City & Weston Specialist

Kristal - I think I may have had too much of that virtual 'punch'.  I'm feeling sleepy.  You guys keep the party goin'.......

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

Nov 22, 2006 01:53 PM
Kristal Kraft
Novella Real Estate - Denver, CO
Selling Metro Denver Real Estate - 303-589-2022

Ines ~ It's late where you are...get some sleep you've got to cook the turkey... :)

Leanne ~ Happy TD to you too.  Glad to share the punch!

Cheers all,

kk

Nov 22, 2006 01:59 PM
Jeff Belonger
Social Media - Infinity Home Mortgage Company, Inc - Cherry Hill, NJ
The FHA Expert - FHA Loans - FHA mortgages - USDA loans - VA Loans

Ines... well, I am late to this party. But you got me thinking after reading your blog. Yes, you feel that heat?  That I was thinking.... lol Anyhow....  it's great to be thankful and I think many of us take this for granted.

Being in real estate and mortgages, all companies are shut down for this holiday. You talked about how you run around like maniacs and that it's nice to sit down and relax with family. So true...because I run around like a maniac and I am looking forward to tomorrow and spending time with my 2 nieces and 2 nephews. But I am also thinking about all of those that have to work tomorrow and can't be with their familys. When I was much younger, I worked in the restaurant industry and I had to work several Thanksgivings... it kind of stunk. But I also chose this day at times than working Christmas.

wishing you and Rick and happy & blessed Thanksgiving.

Nov 22, 2006 03:10 PM
"The Lovely Wife" The One And Only TLW.
President-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc. - Kissimmee, FL

Ines...You're dangerous too. You could "KICK" some butt when you want. Are your legs registered as "lethal weapons"? LOL...

Leanne...So glad to see you have a good sense of humor. Let me know if you want me to come help you delete all those emails. I will hit the "purge" button for you...:0)

Ines...I am cracking up! I can't believe you forgot this was your hijacked post. That's what happens when we hijack too many in one night. LOL Again!

God Bless And Enjoy The Family Today...

TLW "The Lovely Wife"...Hobbies And Humor Are Great Fun...ROAR!

Nov 22, 2006 10:42 PM
Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate
Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL

Jeff - In real estate you never have a day off.  I'm still receiving calls for showings, but it's nice to relax one night.  Rick decided to go to North Carolina with his family and took our older boys with him.  I stayed with our almost 2 year old.  Although the house is quiet, it's an eary silence and it makes me appreciate my immediate family so much more.  I'm going to my parents in a little bit and will spend Thanksgiving with my brother and his family as well as my parents.    Have an awesome one!!  and enjoy your nieces and nephews.

TLW - So who is doing the Thanksgiving cooking?  Is it Bryant or are you going somewhere?.....and you are right......I can do some real damage with these legs!  Ask the last guy who tried to rob me.

Nov 23, 2006 03:12 AM
Mary McKnight
Sacrilicious Marketing - Orlando, FL

Ines,

You placed 3rd in the funniest real estate story contest!  Congrats.

Here is your award and link to the awards announcement:

RSS Pieces: blogs for real estate

Nov 23, 2006 03:35 AM
Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate
Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL
Thank you Mary - I thought your story was more deserving, but I am flattered.   Have an awesome Thanksgiving!
Nov 23, 2006 03:55 AM
Dave Rosenmarkle
Highland Realty, Inc - Fairfax, VA
33 years of providing fully satisfying service!
Yikes!! How did you ever find a pictureof my first wife?????
Nov 23, 2006 06:51 AM
"The Lovely Wife" The One And Only TLW.
President-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc. - Kissimmee, FL

Ines Congratulations on that...TLW...ROAR!

 

Nov 23, 2006 09:49 AM
Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate
Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL

Dave - are you talking about the dog, the cat, or the woman with the gun?

TLW - thanks - I was surprised to get third place - the stories were great.  Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

Nov 23, 2006 12:59 PM
Rob Wills
Gilpin Realty Inc. - Everett, WA

Thank you for your thoughts. I never thought about how thanksgiving must look to other countries.

Happy Thanksgiving

Nov 23, 2006 01:48 PM
Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate
Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL
Hope you had a great Thanksgiving Rob - thanks for stopping by.
Nov 23, 2006 01:59 PM
Rich Jacobson
Fathom Realty West Sound - Poulsbo, WA
Your Kitsap County WA Real Estate Broker
Ines, I'm without my spouse this Thanksgiving as well. I just posted on it. Hope you're having a nice relaxing evening!
Nov 23, 2006 02:04 PM