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Sandy has a positive side too.

By Mike Cooper, Broker VA,WV

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Cornerstone Business Group Inc 0225086119

October 29, 2012 01:37 AM

I have to admit, I'm enjoying the challenges of hurricane Sandy. Just the fear of that name (sorry Sandys both far and wide) has closed our local schools, reduced the traffic in the community and has given me a good reason to hang out at home and relax.

After a few really busy months, a day off in the comfort of my warm home is like a gift. My son and I did go out and check on a few people this morning (in our rain gear), and now we're kicking back enjoying the quiet and soft sound of rain tapping on our windows.

The pantry is full, the generator system is ready to roll if need be and storm has put most things on hold temporarily until it passes. I don't mind a bit. It's a nice day to blog, read a book or just sit by the fire. It's all good. Be safe out there folks, and for heaven's sake, use good judgment.

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Wallace S. Gibson, CPM

Gibson Management Group, Ltd. - Charlottesville, VA

LandlordWhisperer

I'm backing up my office PC and getting rid of SPAM in my e-mail boxes.....takes a hurricane to get me to do some housekeeping chores!

Oct 29, 2012 01:38 AM

Mike Cooper, Broker VA,WV

Cornerstone Business Group Inc - Winchester, VA

Your Neighborhood Real Estate Sales Pro

The same here, Wallace. I'm thankful for the downtime. Be safe down there.

Oct 29, 2012 01:45 AM

Andrea Bedard

Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860 - Silver Spring, MD

Fluent in Real Estate & German, M.A. ABR ASP CIPS

Good for you Mike! We are having a movie marathon until the power goes out... we'll then continue with a board game marathon. Jody had to go into work but should be home soon. The worst for us.. my neighbor's ignored their broken gutter, their yard is already flooded and is beginning to flood mine. Wish I had gotten a hold of some sandbags!

On another note, I'm in the process of ratifying a contract .. thanks to DocuSign!

Oct 29, 2012 01:54 AM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Sounds like you and yours have a good plan Mike. Stay safe and enjoy the rain and fire... You actually made this monster storm sound inviting :)

Oct 29, 2012 01:55 AM

Have a great marathon, Andrea. That sounds like fun.

John, I actually didn't mind seeing it come. How crazy is that? 8=)

Oct 29, 2012 01:57 AM

Kristine Ginsberg

Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ

NJ Home Stager

Mike - you sound like me and I also have a list of older neighbors who we will be checking in on. It's nice to have some time in the Rain and a day off! I downloaded 4 books to my kindle in anticipation of losing electricity which is sure to happen. The wind is starting to pick up as is the rain. Best of luck with Sandy - stay safe!

Oct 29, 2012 02:09 AM

Thanks, Kris. I finally have time to finish a book I've been nursing forever. Be safe up there.

Oct 29, 2012 02:15 AM

Roger D. Mucci

Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH

Lets shake things up at your home today!

Great to see the positive side Mike................just stay safe!

Oct 29, 2012 02:17 AM

Lisa Von Domek

Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX

....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Mike,

You are as prepared as one can be when Mother Nature is raging...stay safe, and we'll all keep praying!

Oct 29, 2012 03:42 AM

Amanda S. Davidson

Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA

Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Mike- I have to agree, I just got in from showing and am looking forward to an afternoon of movies. Stay safe my friend!

Oct 29, 2012 04:53 AM

It has been a delightfully quiet day, Roger. I could get used to this. 8-)

Thanks, Lisa. It's always appreciated.

I was wondering how you were doing down there Amanda. Stay warm, and enjoy your movies. Give Walter a rub or two for us.

Oct 29, 2012 05:00 AM

Bryan Robertson

Los Altos, CA

I'm with you on this challenge - a welcome opportunity to take a break. Hopefully the power stays on and you get through with no problems.

Oct 29, 2012 06:36 AM

Amen, Bryan. So far so good. Just west of us they're getting snow. Yeow!

Oct 29, 2012 07:07 AM

Rhonda Duffy

Duffy Realty of Atlanta & Rainmaker Realty - Milton, GA

#1 Retail Listing Agent in the U.S.

I think this post says a lot about you as a person- positive! Thank you for sharing.

Oct 29, 2012 11:18 PM

Thanks, Rhonda. Have a great dry day.

Oct 29, 2012 11:38 PM

Carla Muss-Jacobs, RETIRED

RETIRED / State License is Inactive - Portland, OR

A positive thought never hurt anything! Glad tp read a positive spin in all of this.

Oct 30, 2012 04:52 AM

It's a mess, but hey, life is messy. 8=)

Oct 30, 2012 05:49 AM

Sandy has a positive side too.

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