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"Me, me, me...I Wanna Talk About Me"

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Real Estate Agent with EXP Realty, LLC

Have you heard Toby Keith's song, "I Wanna Talk About Me?"  Last year, when I first started teaching real estate classes, that was our theme song one day.  I wanted to the students to realize that Realtor's need to listen to their clients.  Their clients should be number one. 

As Toby sings, (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYrlzEUuBIM )

"I like talking about you, you, you, you, usually, but occasionally   

I wanna talk about me

Wanna talk about I

Wanna talk about number one

What I think, what I like, what I want, what I see.

I want to talk about me

       Me, me, me, me          

 

Then, a few days ago, Elizabeth Nieves memed me.  Ironically, I found myself saying, NO!!!, I don't want to talk about me, I want to talk about you.  "You, you, you, I want to talk about you.    

Well.........I've got a confession.  I've already been talking about you.  Yep.  I Thrillerhave.  On Friday night while sitting in a hot tub for several hours.  Even though my friend wasn't a Realtor, I talked about Active Rain and tried to explain blogging.  I told my friend about the Christianity and Real Estate Group and about Elizabeth.  (I was trying to think of something other than horses to talk about.  My kids complain I spend too much time talking about horses.)      

Since a meme is supposed to be about me, I think I may have figured out how to pull this off, but with a twist.  I'll tell you about a few people that I talked about while in the hot tub.  As I've been reflecting on the new year and last year, these people help me define, who I want "me" to be more like.  Of the AR people, I'm only going to tell you about Elizabeth since she is the one that meme'd me. 

1)      First, I'll explain why Elizabeth, has been in my thoughts a lot lately.  If you have read any of her posts,  you are already aware that she is an extremely talented writer and an amazing woman that has overcome some tremendous trials.  Although I could write a long essay about how great I think she is, I'll summarize by saying that she is one of the most warm and loving people that I have ever encountered.  Max Lucado, in his book, A Love Worth Giving states, "Many people tell us to love.  Only God gives us the power to do so."  Using Max's words again, it is very evident that Elizabeth is ‘living in the overflow of God's love." She is sharing it just the way the Lord wants us to.   I want to be more loving like Elizabeth.  If you haven't read her posts - please do so.    http://activerain.com/blogs/enieves

2)      While sitting in that hot tub, I mentioned my Dad multiple times.  He knows the value of family, friendships, hard work, fun and traditions.  He is a perfectionist that instilled the importance of paying attention to detail and doing a job right.  I want to be more like him. 

3)      I also talked about soy milk, the greatest discovery that I've made recently. Unfortunately, I can't talk  or think about soy milk without thinking of my friend Jon Swanson.   When Jon was in college, he had a ski accident that left him partially paralyzed and in a coma for two weeks.  Doctors did not think he could finish college or ever walk without a limp.  With God's help he proved them wrong.  He went on earned a Ph.D and has ran numerous marathons.  He is the best runner that I know.   He is the pastor at a Presbyterian Church in Gatesville, TX.  He also teaches college classes at Baylor.  Jon, just being Jon, has always made me realize that I'm not utilizing my full potential.  He motivates me to push myself and try harder.  Plus, look what he has overcome.  He is a survivor and has dedicated his life to the Lord.  (http://www.fpcgatesville.org/pastor.html )

 

•4)      I also talked about Manhattan Beach, CA.  Back when I was a Certified Public Accountant, I attended an accounting conference there.  Not only did I fall in love with the place, I discovered my creative side.  Two years ago, here in College Station, TX,  I found a print of Manhattan Beach that was painted by Benjamin Knox - who I considered to be "our Aggie artist."  Not only was I thrilled find the print, I decided that Benjamin is an impressive individual.  As a painter, he has captured the spirit of Texas A&M University very well.  He gives back to the community-with his time and donations.  He has successfully combined his passions for sports and painting into some thing that is profitable.  He takes time to explore his other creative interests.  He is an architect, he plays the piano and he plans to write a book.   I find him motivational because he lives life to the fullest while still helping others whenever possible.   (http://www.benjaminknox.com/Detail.asp?id=151&pid=artwork )

5)      When I was teaching last spring, one of the test questions was, "What was our theme song."  Every student that was class that day, got the question right on the exam.  It was Toby Keith, "I Wanna Talk About Me."  Our clients want us to listen to them.  They want to tell us what they think, what they want, what they like, what they feel.  

 

Whew, I finally managed to get my 5 things.  Now it is my turn to tag three people. 

Hugh Krone, I'm fairly certain that you have't been memed since I've been a member.  I'm quite curious what you would have to say in a meme.  (http://activerain.com/blogs/thebaldman)  By the way, I hope you know that I think the world of you. 

Debbie DiFonzo, who is part of my United Country family:  http://activerain.com/blogs/missouriagent whom I have recently been blessed to meet. I am glad she found me. 

Robert Brown (http://activerain.com/blogs/mrbrown ) whom I just met this year.  Robert, I'm looking forward to reading more of your posts. 

 

Comments (9)

Nancy Brenner
Referral Associates of Georgia, Inc. - Roswell, GA
Roswell Georgia Real Estate Agent
Thanks for sharing, Sondra.  I'll have to remember this ...  Our clients want us to listen to them.  They want to tell us what they think, what they want, what they like, what they feel.   When I do my marketing I always say that I want know all about buyers and sellers likes/dislikes, etc....  This silly song just n=might help me to break the ice.  Thanks! 
Jan 06, 2008 05:12 PM
Elizabeth Nieves
The Elizabeth Nieves Realty Group - Durham, NC
Bilingual Raleigh - Durham North Carolina Real Estate Team

SONDRA-  I'm truly humbled beyond any expression of mere words. IF I could, I would wrap my arms around you and probably cry like a little baby...like I'm doing right now. You touched a very deep place in my heart.

I just want to be like Jesus, Sondra. A long time ago, I heard a song by Steve Camp. It says, "Don't tell them Jesus loves them till you're ready to love them too." That became the theme song of my life. I want to tell the whole world about the love of God, but how can they believe it if they don't see it in my eyes...in my heart...in my life? Whatever life brings to me...good, bad or in between...I want to live a genuine life. I want to be real. I want to love fully and deeply...and experience the fullness of what Christ meant in John 10:10..."The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."

With all of my heart, I am thankful to our Father for giving us this beautiful gift of friendship. Thank you for sharing your heart...for being a beautiful, living example of the love of Christ. Te amo, mi hermana!! God bless you!!

Jan 07, 2008 02:34 AM
Jeff Fullmer
FM Properties - Idaho Falls, ID
Real Estate Investor/Financier

I just learned what a "meme" is last week and don't know much about them but am learning. I enjoyed your meme (or more like youyou) but in anyone's writings you get a sense of who they are, what they cherish, and what they believe. Writing about others gave me a better idea of who you are then probably if you had written directly about yourself. 

I only had one problem with your post... soy milk?! Drinking it straight I have issues with but can tolerate if its in something... kinda.   = ^ )

Thanks for your comments on my posts! 

Jan 07, 2008 03:53 AM
Aziz Abdur-Raoof
RE/MAX Rewards - Columbia, MD
Howard Co. Real Estate Scoop
Sondra - hmmmmm........soy milk does a body good!  Thxs for sharing of yourself!  Oh, and to answer your question -- Nah, not familiar with Toby's song.  
Jan 07, 2008 09:14 AM
Rick Marnon
The Michigan Group - Brighton, MI
Howell Real Estate Agent
Toby Keith take it easy. I'm just kidding. I already typed the Toby comment, but I scrolled back up to find that someone else had done that. I'm not very original I guess. Well anyways if you want to talk about you, then have at it. That's what this is all about us talking about ourselves.
Jan 07, 2008 10:13 AM
Alexander Harb
Knights Investing - Mesquite, TX
Dallas, Texas Real Estate Investing

Horses, hmmmm?

Kewl...I rode one a LONG time ago....and the darmed thing had a mind of it's own.....

It saw a bunch of the other horses trotting along ahead of it...and then it got the idea it wanted to race them, to the barn......

I remember thinking...."At least a car does what you tell it to do.....and doesn't scare the living daylights out of you, because IT wants to be first in the barn......"

I understood the animal wanted to have fun with it's buddies.... but that was my first time riding a horse......

I have not ridden one since.....  ;-)

Jan 07, 2008 03:56 PM
Debbie DiFonzo
Debbie DiFonzo - United Country VIP Realty, SW Missouri - Lebanon, MO
Lebanon MO and Buffalo Missouri Real Estate

Oh, Sondra! I have learned so much from you - I am the one who is grateful to have met you!

I didn't realize until today, January 29th that you had "tagged" me - some how I missed that! Guess I was too focused on Toby to see my name at the bottom of your post!

Carole Provenzale tagged me yesterday... I'm off to post my list... then back to learning from my AR friends!

Jan 29, 2008 12:55 PM
Darlene Wurth
Keller Williams Select Professionals - Rome, GA
Realtor/REOS

Very Interesting MeMe Sondra!  I enjoyed reading it.  I did my 1st MeMe a few days ago!  Great job

Take care and by the way I like Toby Keith :)

Jan 29, 2008 01:55 PM
Alan Kirkpatrick
Austin Texas Homes - Round Rock, TX
Alan in Austin

Sondra:

What a great article. Great tribute to some awesome people. Thanks for sharing.

Jan 29, 2008 02:10 PM