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Guilty Pleasures

WISHING YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS quiet white christmas

I always look forward to receiving holiday cards from my past clients. I look forward to seeing pictures of the new homes, new babies and hearing news of the past year.

This year was different -

Life can certainly bring its challenges and this year it brought some to my family, friends past clients and colleagues.

One of my past clients is battling cancer, another called in tears because her dad had been unexpectedly killed in an accident. Another young client in her 40's had a heart attack in September. Two of my colleagues lost their moms in the past few weeks -- My nephew's home was badly damaged by the horrendous ice storm in Tulsa. My friend's son is doing his 3rd tour in Iraq over the holidays and his family is having a difficult time.

I almost didn't want to open another card or answer the phone. I was finding it difficult to get back into the Christmas spirit. My family, friends, clients and colleagues were dealing with so much. holiday with friends

It just didn't seem okay for me to be joyous and happy! I felt Guilty every time I started to sing a Christmas carol, attend a party or dive into the chocolate.

It has been snowing a lot here in New Hampshire and my husband and I decided to go see A Christmas Carol. It was just want I needed! I knew that the spirit was with me and with all of those who are dealing with some of life's more difficult challenges.

To all of my family, friends, clients and colleagues, I wish you serenity, peace and healing during the holidays! May the wonder of the holiday spirit fill you with the love and strength. Stay close to family, friends and your faith and know that you always have a friend who will support you - just give me a call!

Happy holidays to everyone!

JOAN WHITEBOOK is a Realtor ® who specializes in the representation of buyers only throughout most of Southern New Hampshire. She is tech-savvy, experienced and has superior negotiation skills. If you would like to find out more about the benefits of working with a Realtor® who specializes buyer representation, without any obligation, email Joan at nhbuyerrep@gmail.com or call her at 800 269-6445 X2 and ask for Joan. [Licensed in New Hampshire, Buyer's Option Realty Servcies, Janet White/Owner/Broker.]

Posted by Joan Whitebook, ABR, e-Pro, CEBA on 12/24/2007 01:08 PM

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19 Comments on Guilty Pleasures

Joan,

I agree I love seeing what's going on in my client's life, and I love reading the Holiday letters I receive.

So we wanted to wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas from the Pickerings 2007

12/24/2007 01:19 PM

by Jeff Pickering (Pickering Group)

Hi Joan, just a quick note to wish you and your family an amazing holiday season and a wonderful 2008.

12/24/2007 01:24 PM

by The Blog Artist - marti garaughty (The Art Of Marketing You)

As long as your sphere have you as a friend with such profound feelings...they will always have positive in their lives.

Wishing you and ALL OF YOUR SPHERE a HEALTHY, Happy & Prosperous Year of NEW!

12/24/2007 01:41 PM

by Gail Gladstone (Coldwell Banker)

Jeff I enjoyed your holiday video and best wishes. Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family!

Marti Thank you for the holiday greetings. I love your wonderful Marketing Group and thank you for all you do. Best to you in 2008!

Gail What a wonderful comment. I wish to you for a health, happy and prosperous New Year. May you have all the best that life has to offer.

12/24/2007 02:11 PM

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

Joan...Merry Christmas! I know it's hard to be happy when all around us we see pain but being upbeat is really what everyone around you needs...so stay strong and have a great Holiday.

12/24/2007 08:45 PM

by Monika McGillicuddy~ N.H. Real Estate Broker & Trainer (Prudential Verani Realty/Hampstead)

Joan, I am glad you felt uplifted after the play. That's a lot of tragedies to deal with in one year.

Wishing you and your clients a happier 2008. merry Christmas,

Ginger

12/24/2007 11:18 PM

by Wilmington NC Real Estate Ginger & Roger Sala Keller Williams (Keller Williams Wilmington North Carolina)

Joan, I'm so glad you were able to turn the day (and your spirits) around! I wanted to wish you a beautiful holiday and a wonderful New Year filled with lots of love and blessings.

12/25/2007 07:23 AM

by Carole Provenzale Owner, Feng Shui Long Island (Feng Shui Long Island)

Monika -- I find that keeping upbeat and having family, friends and colleagues like yourself, gives me renewed strength to be strong for others. It is just what the doctor ordered. Merry Christmas again to you and Jay.

Ginger and Roger The play reminded me that although we can't control all events in life, we can certainly have an impact on the outcome. Being there for others in their time of need had being supportive make it a nice time for everyone. Merry Christmas and happy new year.

Carole My spirits have stayed high and I am enjoying every minute of the holidays with family and friends. Have a very Merry Christmas and holiday and a new year filled with all the best that life has to offer.

12/25/2007 11:29 AM

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

Joan - this is a beautiful post! All the best to you and those around you this holiday season!

12/25/2007 01:09 PM

by Joseph Ellman (Realty Executives- Williams-Sykes Realty)

Joe Thanks for taking the time to comment. Hope all is well in Poughkeepsie - and that you and your family are having a wonderful holiday. Best wishes for the New Year.

12/25/2007 03:30 PM

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

A wonderful and heartfelt wish for a wonderful holiday season and a beautiful 2008! Every day is a beautiful Day...Joan...with people such as you in it! :)

12/25/2007 08:04 PM

by Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman (RA), Hawaii Real Estate & Hawaii Relocation (Century 21 Liberty Homes -Mililani, Hawaii)

I ditto what Gail wrote. Your clients and friends are very lucky to have such a genuine and caring friend and Realtor!

12/26/2007 05:41 PM

by Lake Norman Real Estate ~ Diane Aurit (RE/MAX at the Lake)

All the best Joan...try to be the beacon of light they all go to!

All the Best of the Best in 2008

12/26/2007 06:00 PM

by Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor (Keeler Family Realtors)

I am having a rough time getting back into the grind! I fell into the holiday spirit just fine! Hope your Christmas was enjoyable :)

12/26/2007 06:05 PM

by Renee Burrows - Las Vegas NV Real Estate (Nevada Realty Solutions)

Sally Thank you for your support and for hosting such a postiive group. It always lifts my spirits to check in and see what everyone is writing. Happy New Year to you and all the best in 2008.

Diane Thanks for the warm wishes. We all have clients that stay in touch more than others. I am fortunate to be able to share so many wonderful times with my clients! I wish you and your family all the best in the coming year.

Joan I really could relate to your comment -- I will strive to be the beacon of light -- I was touched that my past clients shared such intimate situations with me. I will do my best to be there for them! I wish for you and your family all the best in 2008! It certainly has been a challenging time for your family! Thanks for your friendship and support -- you are a beacon of light for me.

Renee It is sometimes a bit difficult to get back into the grind. I think we all needed a little break -- I am glad you fell into the holiday spirit. I had a great Christmas and I wish you a wonderful new year. Thanks for your continued support and your insightful posts.

12/26/2007 09:53 PM

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

Hi Joan, it's times like these that make us reflect about what's really important in our lives. I hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas and that you'll have a truly amazing 2008.

12/29/2007 08:53 PM

by The Blog Artist - marti garaughty (The Art Of Marketing You)

Marti - Thanks for your warm wishes! We had a wonderful Christmas- and I am very optimistic about 2008! It is great to have such wonderful family, clients and colleagues - and most importantly, my colleagues on Active Rain! Happy New Year.

12/29/2007 09:12 PM

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

Joan--You have obviously touched many peoples' lives if they called or wrote to share their experiences. May 2008 bring more happiness to all of your friends and family...Don't feel guilty as life happens. Just be there to listen when the call comes.

12/30/2007 09:23 AM

by Teri Eckholm, Realtor® Anoka County MN (Keller Williams Premier Realty)

Teri ~ Thanks for your comments and support. I am touched by the fact that my family, friends and clients can share these experiences with me. I know they would want me to be enjoying the holidays and so I am doing my best to get in the spirit and to remain strong and positive. As you said -- life does happen -- Happy New Year my friend -- and may you have a wonderful 2008!

12/30/2007 02:47 PM

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

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