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Thankful Tuesday! Thank Your Peeps! Don't Wait Until They Are Gone!

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Properties

Be thankful for the unsung heroes that make your world go around each day!

Be thankful for those around you each and every day!    Tell them often how much you love them, how much you appreciate them and say those magic two words 'THANK YOU"!

My Assistant went to Las Vegas and all I got was a glitzy zebra stripped coffee mug!  Actually this was the perfect thing for me as I am totally an animal print freak, have always loved a little glitz and I can't start the day without my coffee!  

Actually I did know how much I appreciate Darlene, my assistant.  I do not forget it for a moment, because she is the glue behind the scenes making my business days sail and soar in a way I could never do alone.  She did not have to leave town before I appreciated her, but oh how I thought of her and missed her the hours and days she was gone.  

Seeing the vacant spot in the parking lot each morning was a reminder and all through each day I would miss her.  A special gift she left for me before leaving was that she thought ahead, thinking of anything I might need and setting up as many of the work activities as possible before she left.  I finally had to tell her the evening before she was leaving when we were caught late at the office to please just go! 

She's back!  The first thing I saw upon her return was her car in the parking lot and her smiling face when I came in the office.  Call me happy, yes!  Odd thing, I think she was happy to be back at work also. 

Gentle reminder, just say please and thank you to all the unsung heroes in your world.

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Barbara Hensley
Barbara Hensley Realtors 
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Conrad Allen
Re/Max Professional Associates - Webster, MA
Webster, Ma, Realtor

Hi Barbara.  It is amazing how we don't realize what we have until they are gone.

Aug 06, 2012 08:39 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign
Barbara. You're so right. I had someone who worked for me and she was always three steps ahead of me. You can never say "thank you."enough.
Aug 06, 2012 08:45 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, Barbara.....yes, we should all take a page from your book..... I try to remember to show my appreciation every day.... I buy lunch for them almost every day....and always remember them on holidays and birthdays....

Aug 06, 2012 08:58 PM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Barbara, Your assistant is lucky to be working with you. You are a thoughtful and considerate and wonderful person.

Aug 06, 2012 09:02 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good reminder for all to appreciate highly valued associates.

Have an outstanding week with your camera in hand.

Aug 06, 2012 09:05 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Barbara this is a very nice post. It really makes one take pause and think about those around us.

Aug 06, 2012 09:09 PM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Barbara: Such a good reminder to not take for granted those close to us!  It sounds like you and Darlene have a special relationship.

Aug 06, 2012 09:11 PM
Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Properties - Rockwall, TX
Homes for Sale in Rockwall County, Texas

Conrad - it is important to let them know how we appreciate them.

Kathy - correct, there are no other two words that mean as much as a simple "thank you"!

Barbara - little things mean a lot to all of us.  

Gita - thank you! 

Roy - it is important to give credit to those who add so much to our days.

Jeffery - your are so right, we have to take the time to stop and think about those who so joyfully add value to our days.   

Aug 06, 2012 09:19 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Barbara. What a lovely blog and wonderful reminder to think and then to affirm. Life is short. Suggested.

Aug 06, 2012 09:25 PM
Bobbie Smith
Stroudsburg, PA
570-242-1891

Barbara, It is so easy to forget how much those close to us mean to us until it is to late.  Great post to remind us. Thanks!

Aug 06, 2012 09:35 PM
Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Properties - Rockwall, TX
Homes for Sale in Rockwall County, Texas

Shelia - thanks for the suggest!  It takes so little time to say thank you or let those around us know how important they are to us.

 Bobbie - life will be better for all if we can get in the habit of having an attitude of gratitude.  

Aug 06, 2012 09:42 PM
Mona Gersky
MoonDancer Realty, Dillsboro,NC - Sylva, NC
GRI,IMSD-Taking the mystery out of real estate.

Barbara, no doubt you are very much like Darlene, thinking ahead and taking time to appreciate those around you.  So many people never receive that experience from people they work with and for.  Everyone is so wrapped up in reminding workers what they need to improve on, your post is a breath of fresh air and I appreciate you for it.

Aug 06, 2012 09:55 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Barbara,

What a lovely reminder to make us stop and think about those special people in our lives. You are so right having an attitude of gratitude can take us a long way in our lives:).

Aug 06, 2012 09:55 PM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

"Thank you" for the gentle reminder............I'm sure Darlene knows how much she was missed and how glad you are to have her back.

Aug 06, 2012 09:58 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Actually, I'm surprised you were willing to give her time off!  I had my assistant chained to the desk for a couple of years until she disappeared.  I wonder why?   :-)

Aug 06, 2012 10:02 PM
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Barbara, There's really no such thing as "the little people", is there?  Everyone fills a key role and we need them all to function.  One of my key takeaways from my Navy days :)   Bill

Aug 06, 2012 10:42 PM
Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Properties - Rockwall, TX
Homes for Sale in Rockwall County, Texas

Anita - you are so right, Darlene and I do have an awesome relationship.  I am very blessed.

 Mona - thank you for your gracious comment!  Made me smile! :-)

Dorie - isn't amazing how when we do the right thing, things also work better for us too!

Roger - right!  I guess we have a mutual appreciation thing going on!

Gabe - you too?  I tried begging, crying and holding on to her, but she was determined to go!     

Bill - it is all about the team!  Each one is important!

Aug 07, 2012 02:05 AM
Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR
Berkshire Hathaway California Realty - Beaumont, CA
(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning
Hi Barbara, Just the perfect mug for my office too. I have animal stripes in my office of black and tan with black furniture. Enjoy your lovely gift!
Aug 07, 2012 02:06 AM
Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Properties - Rockwall, TX
Homes for Sale in Rockwall County, Texas

Kristin - thanks!  The animal obsession never goes out of style with me.  I guess God paints the best masterpieces after all!

Aug 07, 2012 04:29 AM
Jane Doe
Momentum Marketing - West Richland, WA
Marketing that gets it SOLD

What a fantastic post. I wish I could suggest it to a few folks in my office who aren't on Active Rain.  :)

Sep 17, 2012 02:36 AM