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I am Thankful (DocuSign/ActiveRain Thankful Contest)

By Gary Coles (International Referrals)

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Venture Realty International

November 08, 2011 04:00 PM

As I started thinking of time and things that I am thankful for, I realized there is a major part of my life that I am very thankful for.

My mom has always wanted a dream home way up in the mountains of Wyoming.

I have been able to build this home for her during the last few years. Modern technology with cell phones, satellite Internet, email, DocuSign, e-Fax, and more have allowed me to spend a lot of time in Wyoming and still work on my real estate referrals and consulting for Latin America.

I've been able to spend time with my mom and get to know family members that I really never knew because I was far away. I made many new friends, spent a lot of time in the beautiful country and enjoyed the wildlife.

I am so very thankful that I have been fortunate enough to do this.

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JOSH EVANS *JoshEvansHomes 516-655-5000

Village Properties of Mineola, LLC - Mineola, NY

Great blog and great job. Keep up the good work. Good luck this year and hope you sell many homes as well

Nov 08, 2011 04:05 PM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Hi Gary - Sounds like you're a man that truly does have much to be thankful for. Enjoy your blessings!

Best regards from the Q

Nov 08, 2011 04:06 PM

Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA

Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers

Dear Gary -

Another set of wonderful photos to see right at bedtime - So peaceful. Thanks.

Have a happy day -
Lynn

Nov 08, 2011 04:09 PM

Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate

Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL

Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Gary, what a beautiful place! That is much to be Thankful for.

Nov 08, 2011 04:14 PM

Doug Bullwinkel

E Mortgage Capital, Inc. NMLS 1416824 - Roseville, CA

Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS #281609

It was nice to see your little friend again on your glove. I think he likes you. Nice forest, flowers and even a moose. Nice photo shoot.

Nov 08, 2011 04:36 PM

Larry O'Sullivan

Sandy, UT

Gary - great project in a truly beautiful spot. Blessings flow after thanks. As usual, I appreciate your photos.

Nov 08, 2011 09:24 PM

Joni Bailey

101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX

Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

Great photography, and excellent things to be thankful for... Good for you!

Nov 09, 2011 01:32 AM

Gary Coles (International Referrals)

Venture Realty International - Las Vegas, NV

Latin America Real Estate

Josh, Thank you. It does feel good to be getting the siding up and having it look like a real home. I hope your year and sales are great for the rest of this year and the future.

John, I truly think that I have a lot to be thankful for. Have a great week.

Lynn, Thank you.It is a peaceful place.(unless I'm using the nail gun LOL) I hope your day is very happy too.

Fred, Thank you. It is great to realize how much I have that I am thankful for.

Doug, I'm glad you like my little friend. The first photo was the location for the house before I started and all the photos were taken nearby.

Larry, Thank you. And I really appreciate you stopping by.

Joni, Thank you. This has been a great month to stop and think of all the wonderful things in our lives

Nov 09, 2011 03:40 PM

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX

Selling Homes Changing Lives

Gary,

Every mother should have a son like you! I'll bet she's very, very proud of you and you benefited from the experience too! I applaud you loudly for what you have done. I can almost see your mom inside that beautiful home of hers getting ready for Thanksgiving Dinner for you and all the family. You all have a lot to be thankful for - and to be blessed with all those beautiful things in nature too! Oh, what a beautiful place to call home!

Your photos are beautiful! Your story is a treasure!

Blessings and thanks for sharing this beautiful Thanksgiving/family story.

Patricia

Nov 09, 2011 06:44 PM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Wonderful photos-love the chipmunk. And a great story as well, Gary.

Nov 10, 2011 05:02 AM

Steve Hoffacker

Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL

Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Fabulous outdoor shots. Good luck on the contest. :)

Steve

Nov 10, 2011 02:05 PM

Patricia, Thank you. It has been a wonderful experience for me and I know my mom has loved having me around.

Toni., Thank you. I love the chipmunk too. I posted about him once before and couldn't resist putting him in another post.

Steve, Thank you. It has been a blessing to be able to see the outdoors so close and to be able to share it.

Nov 11, 2011 04:56 AM

This post is now featured on "Tuesday's Treasures." Congratulations. :)

Nov 16, 2011 03:02 PM

Steve, Thank you. I am honored to be featured in the group.

Nov 16, 2011 03:12 PM

Great contributions to the group. Thank you. :)

Nov 17, 2011 01:58 PM

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