This is my dog Molly.   She's been with me for about 9 years now.

A few weeks ago I had to take her to the vet -- her paw was swollen and irritated, probably a thorn or something.  She's fine now.

While in the waiting area a nice lady said

"Oh, what a sweet looking dog . . . with one ear up and one floppy ear down."

And you know what?

I don't remember being aware of that in Molly, although I see her all the time.  I've grown so used to my little Molly dog that I never really notice or paid it much attention, but sure 'nuff . . . one ear up, one ear down.  It's adorable.

Got me thinking about a TON of life parallels that we have grown so used to and just don't see.

No wonder the Sellers might be incapable of seeing all their "stuff" or the Buyer not being able to see the potential.

 

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OCT
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Carla...I think I love Molly...I'm a sucker for dogs with smart eyes.  Yes, we need to cut sellers a little slack.  If you haven't even noticed Ms Molly's ears then how can the seller notice dust bunnies and knickknacks?

4:03pm • #1
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Hi Mona . . . Exactly!  Stop and smell the roses, and stop to notice what we might be overlooking  It was a real "eye-opener" for me, on a lot of levels ;-) 

4:08pm • #2
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That is interesting, Carla.  I actually didn't see it until you mentioned it, funnily enough.

4:53pm • #3
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I had to go back and look for it after I read your post. And you're right... it IS adorable! ♥

6:49pm • #4
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Carla this happens all the time with most of us!  Just recently we realized a couple of very simple ideas around the house.....after almost 15 years.  Hello!!!   And... you're little darling is adorable and so sweet looking!

7:27pm • #5
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Carla, Definitely some home owner blind spots.  We were in our own home for quite awhile before I noticed certain things that weren't quite right.  The trim not covering the bottom edge of the drywall in the guest bath, the crooked electrical outlet cover in the kitchen.  It's that kind of natural blindness that makes part of the listing agent's To Do list so critical.

And our Chihuahua's ears are both on high alert :)

3:11am • #7
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Carla, loved the picture and Molly looks like charmer...

Had to put our oldest dog down saturday and never thought it would be so hard...kiss Molly for me.

Eve

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What an adorable pooch!  Our pets can teach us a lot.  Right now, my beagle is teaching me about how to handle the approach of Hurricane Sandy.

5:19am • #9

Hi Carla,

all starts with the look of (in) the eyes...Molly is cute...and the epiphamy is valid...there' s always mysteries to be had...especially in the real estate trenches of life. Thanks a bunch for sharing.

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Hi Jane . . . yes, and imagine my "duh" moment, oy vey!  In plain sight, as that saying goes ;-)

Hey Joni -- (I like your new photo!) and we can overlook so much, can't we?

Hi DeeDee . . . thanks!

Hey Anna B -- I'm teling you, that in plain sight is a real hoot!

Hi BLiz . . . "owner blind spots" that's a good one!  And, a good way to explain your recommendations at the listing appointment.  Sounds reasonabe, 'cause we all have them . . . hmmmmmmm, case in point.

Hey Eve -- I'm sorry to read about your dog.  :-(

Hi Kathryn . . . Kinda laying low I see

Hey Peter -- yes, the light bulb sure went on for me.  What else am I missing!

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