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A Thankful Message for all our "Colors"

By
Industry Observer

Oddly, of all weeks, I stumbled on a old song... we all have heard before.

But sometimes an "old" song can sound new.

In light of recent Home Staging Industry issues and dialogue... this song holds a hope-filled message that seems to fit our needs, wishes and dreams.

The song simply reminds us to think bigger, see more, be open and be respectful.

Its message is one all in our colorful industry can benefit from... in a new context and way.

"For if you walk the footsteps of a stranger, you will learn things you never knew you never knew."

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours... Me
Karen Dembsky
Peachtree Home Staging LLC, Home Staging in Atlanta, GA - Peachtree City, GA
Atlanta Home Staging
Yes, my friend, It is a WONDERFUL WORLDHappy Thanksgiving!  Thx for the smile.
Nov 20, 2007 11:49 PM
Cheryl Johnson
Highland Park, CA

Beautiful.  Perfect. 

Except now I have to go get my hands on a copy of the DVD and watch the whole movie all the way thru....  Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 20, 2007 11:59 PM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Open and respectful, I like that, Craig.

Together we're better!

Kathy

Nov 21, 2007 12:14 AM
Maureen Maureen
Orangeburg, NY

Craig - this song hold special meaning for me also.  When my son was 3 he wanted to be Pocahontas when he grew up - so funny. Now he is going to play ball with the Yankees. 

Have a great Thanksgiving.  

Nov 21, 2007 02:15 AM
Ginger Foust
Certified Staging Professional - Oakhurst, CA
Home Stager Oakhurst CA, Dream Interior Redesign & Staging
Inspiring Craig, thank you!
Nov 21, 2007 03:37 AM
Julianna Hind
eXp Realty - Tacoma, WA
REALTOR, 206-679-4768, Tacoma Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, WA
Thanks for the message in song Craig, I love that one!
Nov 21, 2007 03:45 AM
Roberta Anderson
Hearth & Home Staging - Silverdale, WA
Hearth & Home Staging, Staging Kitsap County

Craig, thank you again for all your work to unite us for the better!

Happy Thanksgiving to you!

Nov 21, 2007 05:44 AM
Anonymous
On the outside looking in.

Dear Craig,

First, I want to say that I am one of those stagers that reads Stage It Forward on a regular basis. But I have not yet set up a profile. Today I could no longer be on the outside and say nothing. I would like to thank you for sharing such a positive message as this. My wish is that your message reaches into the hearts of those who feel hurt.

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Nov 21, 2007 07:01 AM
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Jackie Peraza
Perceptions AdverStaging(TM), LLC - Framingham, MA
Home Stager - Framingham, Massachusetts

Craig - I'm not sure there could be a more perfect and beautiful way to convey such an important message.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

In Gratitude,

Jackie

Nov 21, 2007 08:21 AM
Gary Barnett
Home Matters - Indianapolis, IN
Home Matters Property Stylist Group, Indianapolis
Excellent choice.  Happy Thanksgiving.
Nov 21, 2007 09:55 AM
Portland Oregon Real Estate | Alecia Barnes - Broker
Portland, OR
What a beautiful song, and a lovely message. Happy Thanksgiving to you!
Nov 21, 2007 01:06 PM
Larry Hammelman
Mel Foster Co. - Sterling, IL
Sterling, Illinois Real Estate

This is a good message for all of us to remember.

Happy Thanksgiving Craig

Nov 21, 2007 03:27 PM
Billnulls Blog Florida Realty Professional
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
AHWD
that gave me chills!!! thank you for posting it!!! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!!!
Nov 22, 2007 03:15 AM
Lori Kim Polk
Premiere Home Staging : Home Staging Services - Roseville, CA
Home Stager - Roseville, Sacramento
Just beautiful Craig.  Thank you.  Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Nov 22, 2007 04:20 AM
Monika McGillicuddy
Prudential Verani Realty - Atkinson, NH
NH Real Estate Broker
Craig...what a wonderful song. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving.
Nov 22, 2007 12:17 PM
Kathleen Lordbock
Keller Williams Realty Professionals - Baxter, MN
Keller Williams Realty Professionals
We do have a colorful and color filled industry !
Nov 22, 2007 04:29 PM
Craig Schiller
Trempealeau, WI

Charlie: Yup lots of differant songs, and sometimes the same song SUNG differently.

Teresa: I agree staging could really impact the real estate industry's troubles... it has PURE potential.

Karen: I hope your Turkey Day was FILLED with smiles.

Cheryl: I agree it is a while since I have seen the whole movie... but it would be worth revisiting.

Kathy: "Together we're better!" Heck, if Realtors can do it why can't we?

Maureen: My wish is for those who hear it hear, capture and hold on to its special too.

Ginger: No... thank YOU!

Julianna: There are so many messages wrapped in it... all good.  And you know what they say, "Good is good."

Roberta: Good things are worth working for.

O.T.O.L.I.: Come on in... the water gets a little heated every now and then... but overall it is pretty nice.

Jackie: I believe that even when it is hard to see beauty... keep looking. There is a way to see it.

Gary: Well I am GLAD all-ya-alls liked it. LOL

Alecia: THANK YOU for taking the time to let it touch your heart.

Larry: Hearing a message is the easy part. Holding on to it takes more work, but I think it is worth it.

Bill & Barbara: Me too... STILL after listening to it a couple of time.

Lori: You know I truely believe it... thank you for believing.

Monika: I DID have a very nice Thanksgiving Day... as I am sure you and Jay did too.

Kathleen: We do... and if we mix the colors a bit, even more colors to work with.

Again, thanks for taking the time to listen... Me 

Nov 23, 2007 12:32 AM
Lucky Lang
Premiere Plus Realty Marco Island - Marco Island, FL
Marco Island & Naples Florida Real Estate

Craig,

Great message and a great tune!

Thanks for sharing!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Lucky :)

Nov 23, 2007 08:08 AM
Minnesota Home Staging Firm, Minnesota
Minnesota Home Staging Network~ MN's Top Home Staging Firm - Inver Grove Heights, MN

Boy...those words really DO capture it all!

Excelletn find and excellent blog Craig.

Hope you are enjoying your holiday with famly and friends. Cheers :)

Nov 23, 2007 11:24 AM
Karen Hubert
Center Stage Design-real estate staging, Ancaster/Hamilton - Ancaster, ON
Home Stager
Thanks Craig, That is one of my favourite songs.  I listened to it three times.  Karen
Nov 24, 2007 10:19 AM