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A Place of Our Own

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Real Estate Agent with Indigo Home Team powered by Compass NC: 277197

 

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Occupying even the smallest spot of ground is enough to qualify us as Lords and Ladies of one thing or another. It may be simply airspace, or it could be grounds fit for a queen, but the mere fact that it belongs to us is really the thing. Home ownership opens us to an entire world of exquisite opportunities. It distinguishes between what we might do and what we can do.

We've come to be collectors, most of us. Of glossy magazine clippings, vignettes and design ideas we collate into dreams slated for our future domain. Think Pinterest. Give us a home and those threads and leaves of our imaginations soon become the sofas and landscapes we lovingly arrange for the comfort of those we shelter beneath our love. Now all the newness we acquire can sidle up to the oldness we've been keeping boxed up while we procrastinate, just waiting for that 'right time to buy'. A time that never really existed in the first place.A Place of our Own | Jennifer Monroe | SavvyGirlHomes.com

And now we know the truth. There is no right time. The time to buy is the moment we begin collecting those scraps and oddments that ultimately feather our nest. All we really need is a great Realtor to walk us into the palace of our dreams, then usher us adroitly across the chessboard we call 'closing', and before we know it... we're home free. Check mate!

Nothing captures the essence of who we are better then the place we lay down our roots, put up our chicness, brew a mug o' Joe, and after all is said and done ~ catch those forty-odd winks. Whether falling asleep beneath the gilded stars of our own creation, or a snazzy interpretation imagined by those who came before us, we sleep the gentler sleep of those who know where we belong. Right here. Right at home. In a place of our very own.

 

 

It's time to find yours....

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© 2013 Jennifer Monroe, Realtor®/Broker

Comments (43)

Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Jennifer, I enjoyed reading the post. You should print it out and mail it to renters.

Oct 18, 2013 09:14 PM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Yes, this is a beautiful post and the time to buy/nest is different for everyone.  Love this.

Oct 18, 2013 10:11 PM
Fernando Herboso - Associate Broker MD, & VA
Maxus Realty Group of Samson Properties - Clarksburg, MD
301-246-0001 Serving Maryland, DC and Northern VA

Thanks a lot or raising the bar on all of us.. .lol

 you should be writing a book by the way you grab the reader of this  post and trigger their own imaginations. .. 

you rock! 

Oct 18, 2013 10:38 PM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

What a wonderful interpretation of home ownership.  This was artfully written!  Beautiful.

Oct 18, 2013 10:48 PM
Bill and MaryAnn Wagner
Wagner Real Estate Group - Ocean City, NJ
Jersey Shore and South Jersey Real Estate
Jennifer, Very eloquent description of the feelings that homeownership brings to people's lives.
Oct 18, 2013 11:08 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Yes to a good post...On the L O V E pillow couch....Mine would be spelled differently every day

Oct 18, 2013 11:09 PM
Tracy Oliva
West USA Realty - Arizona - Fountain Hills, AZ
The Oliva Team Arizona Agents

Good Morning:   This is a great post!! Keep up the good work and good luck with your business,   E

Oct 18, 2013 11:13 PM
Sheldon Neal
Bergen County, NJ - RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Maywood, NJ
That British Agent Bergen County NJ

Beautifully written Jennifer ! Poignant and poetic ! Exactly as I would expect from you :)
Love it !
Hope you and Sardonica are doing well :o)

 

Oct 18, 2013 11:29 PM
Judy Jennings
Top Agent Plus - Middleboro, MA
Tap into Judy's real estate expertise & resources.

I think I need to follow you on Pinterest. :) Great post!

Oct 19, 2013 12:02 AM
Jennifer Monroe
Indigo Home Team powered by Compass - Charlotte, NC
Real Estate REALTOR®/Broker/Designer

Gosh... so many fabulous comments! I wish to thank every one of you for taking the time to leave such supportive words. I'm running with clients today, so please excuse me for not replying individually, as is my habit. MWA!!!

~ Savvy Jennifer

 

Oct 19, 2013 03:50 AM
Pamela Seley
West Coast Realty Division - Murrieta, CA
Residential Real Estate Agent serving SW RivCo CA

Jennifer, nicely said. It seems most everyone wants a place of their own to call home. 

Oct 19, 2013 06:40 AM
Christine Donovan
Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA
Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M
Jennifer- This post just makes you think of the possibilities and what it means to have you own home.
Oct 19, 2013 05:02 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Hi, Jennifer!  I featured this post in this week's Last Week's Favorites.  Cheers, and enjoy the rest of your weekend! 

Oct 20, 2013 12:06 AM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

I saw your post on patricia's weekly wrap up and I can see why she included it...thanks!

Oct 20, 2013 12:13 AM
Eric Crane -- Your Full Service, Discount Fee Realtor®
DPR Realty LLC - Gilbert, AZ
Greater Metro Phoenix Arizona

Very well written and speaks to a dream that is very central to the American spirit.  The only thing that bothers me is the nature of property tax -- which I think is very contrary to America's founding principles.  Whenever there is a property tax, you could argue that we never own the real estate, but instead rent it from the government (even when it is otherwise free and clear of a mortgage).  have a great Sunday -- Eric

Oct 20, 2013 12:22 AM
Joanna Cohlan
Fresh Eyes For Your Home - Chappaqua, NY
Designing, Decorating & Staging Westchester Homes

What a charming post Jennifer.  There is nothing like having your own space to find your peace and safety.

Oct 20, 2013 05:21 AM
Andree Huffine
Coldwell Banker Residential Realty, Inc - Sarasota, FL

"One's space is one's castle."  Thanks for the thoughful writing

Oct 20, 2013 09:04 AM
Jennifer Monroe
Indigo Home Team powered by Compass - Charlotte, NC
Real Estate REALTOR®/Broker/Designer

Pamela... Yes we do! It's the human condition. And I strive to make it possible for everyone I can.

Spammer... I'm not Gianna, my name is Jennifer. Gianna left you, years ago. My eyes are not blue, But mine won't leave you, Til the sunlight... has touched your face.

Christine... Without planning it, I'm delighted that's where it led!

Patricia... So delighted to be included again - thank you! After so many, many years here together, I completely rely on your ability to ferret out the most intriguing posts. Thank you for keeping this light shining!!

Kristin... Patricia does an awesome job and I'm humbled by her inclusion. So glad you came by to read!

Eric... Compelling perspective! One I share on many levels. I'll be by to read a further analysis of your beliefs. 

Joanna... So very true! The 'safety' part of your comment really rings a bell for me. Thank you!

Andree... First, you have such a pretty name! Second, this is why a tiara could make a terrific closing gift!

 

 

Oct 20, 2013 09:38 AM
Judie Berger
Premier Sothebys International Realty - Siesta Key, FL
Sarasota Luxury Homes Expert

Nicely done.

Oct 20, 2013 09:41 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Ok, Jennifer,

you need to do the same as you did to Juan:) you suggested him to write again. He just did.

Great blog post, I'm looking forward to your new ones!

Nov 17, 2013 03:41 PM