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57 days till spring - can't wait

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Home Builder with The Flooring Girl

Brrr.  It's cold and white everywhere.  It's currently 3 degrees with wind chill of -10 degrees.  Lovely.

 

This snow is definitely interfering w/ my business (and other people's businesses too).  We had to postpone 3 appts (and 2 were very promising - repeat customers) and we've had to postpone several installs.  We are also trying fix a small transition for someone and apparently the piece that was ordered was lost in transit.  We need to reorder (and it's a rush) but of course the place to order from is closed.

 

And, it looks like there may be snow on Saturday and Monday, so this is really making it hard to schedule anything.

 

So, my countdown to spring is starting.  57 days.  I can't wait!  I think once we get to the end of February, we will be in good shape, so that's 38 days.

 

I am hoping to make it out in the afternoon for 2 quick appts and for a realtor meeting (assuming it isn't canceled). 

Comments(28)

ReadySetLoan Team
ReadySetLoan Condo Team LLC - South Windsor, CT
Residential, Commercial & Condo Financing Experts

According to weather.com, it's only supposed to be 4 degrees colder tonight than it is right now.  The bad news is that it's currently 2 degrees.  It was bitter clearing the driveway this morning.

Jan 21, 2014 09:28 PM
Joanna Cohlan
Fresh Eyes For Your Home - Chappaqua, NY
Designing, Decorating & Staging Westchester Homes

I can't wait either  because Winter is really too much work at this point.  I must be getting older-oy!

Jan 21, 2014 09:40 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Debbie. I understand your frustration but there really isn't anything you can do about it, so try and chill.....wah, wah. Be careful this afternoon.

Jan 21, 2014 09:57 PM
Shannon Milligan, Richmond VA Real Estate Agent/Associate Broker
RVA Home Team - Richmond, VA
RVA Home Team - Winning with Integrity.

Our schools canceled yesterday and we had no snow until late in the afternoon and today they are canceled due to some snow. My sitter has called off and my clients are still game. This will be a challenging day that I will overcome but I have to agree, I can not wait until Spring!

Jan 21, 2014 10:22 PM
Suzanne Otto
Six Twenty Designs - Lansdale, PA
Your Montgomery County PA home stager

I agree, it's no fun when the weather interrupts business. But otherwise, I love this white stuff!

Jan 21, 2014 10:29 PM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Roger - Each day is one day closer to spring.

Lenn - Yes, me too!

Dagny - I want it to go away.  Maybe it will bypass us.

Eric - Oh no, that doesn't sound fun at all.

Joanna - Yes, I think it's effecting (or affecting?) me more now too.

Jan 21, 2014 11:06 PM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Hmm, I never count the days to spring since this winter is harsh and it doesn't bode well for any of us in small businesses...it has to lighten up by May..lol, Debbie.

Jan 21, 2014 11:10 PM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA
Debbie: The only consolation is you can catch up on any computer work that is outstanding. Stay warm.
Jan 21, 2014 11:21 PM
Tom White
Franklin Homes Realty LLC (615) 495-0752 or www.FranklinHomesRealty.com - Franklin, TN
Franklin Homes Realty LLC, Franklin TN

Debbie, I'm with you, this winter is a tough one for many reasons! Even here in Tennessee, we've had 60 degrees one day and wind chills in the single digits the next. One plus--no snow here...

Jan 21, 2014 11:22 PM
Nina Rogoff
Boston, MA
Wix Websites for Real Estate Agents

I'm with you too, Debbie! 8 weeks until spring! Even though Ginny's right...you never know what will come our way and for how long during the winter...still once we're past March it's just a matter of biding our time! :) Hang in there!

Jan 22, 2014 12:41 AM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Sheila - Yes, I know there is nothing I can do to change the weather.  But, if I look forward to brighter times, it helps me get through it.

Shannon - Oh that is challenging.  I know you will figure out a way to make it work

Suzanne - I wish I could say the same.

Ginny - I know...it's impacts the small businesses the most.

Anita - Yes, I know...but even so, I still can't get caught up LOL.

Tom - Oh my, that is chilly for your area.

Nina - I know.  But, March will be better than Jan.

Jan 22, 2014 12:56 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Debbie,

The weather is a fact of life for many of us.  Sometimes, when it pours here (we are all wishing for it), it is best to postpone trips, etc.  A

Jan 22, 2014 02:21 AM
John Anello, Stamford Area Electrician
Safe and Sound Electric LLC - Greenwich, CT
Call Safe and Sound Electric at 203-536-0021

Debbie, good job looking at the positives. Spring is just around the corner.

Jan 22, 2014 03:10 AM
Jaclyn Erwin
Jackson Erwin Realty, Inc. - Charlotte, NC
ABR,SFR, REALTOR®/BROKER, Charlotte NC.

Debbie,

While we are blessed to avoid the snow here, I do miss the warm weather and longer days Spring & Summer offer. I am so ready to go outside and play...as staying inside is not all what is cracked up to be. Stay Warm! 

Jan 22, 2014 09:25 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Debbie the cold and snow make business tough, but business still need to go on no matter the weather.  Having said that Spring can't come soon enough.

Jan 22, 2014 11:07 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Debbie, I am counting right along with you. I have been so cold and even have my extraoffice heater going full blast.

Jan 22, 2014 11:13 AM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Debbie~ We are expecting some colder temps and snow too. I have several appointments scheduled tomorrow and I think they will all happen, although I must admit, I don't like going out in the cold.

Jan 22, 2014 11:41 AM
Jay Markanich
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA
Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

It's spring now in many parts of the world.  What's this 57 days thing?

Just sayin'...

Jan 22, 2014 08:47 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Yes, I heard that we too might be getting more snow on Saturday. I was out with some "hearty" buyers this morning, but once going into a couple of homes that were winterized with no heat...it was time to go home!

Jan 23, 2014 03:06 AM
Jeff Fritzson: Frisco Real Estate Pro
Jeff Fritzson Real Estate, Ebby Halliday Realtors - Frisco, TX
Your Success is My Focus!

Ho Debbie - i feel your pain. Be safe and try to stay warm. The weather will change soon. Heck in Dallas give it 5 minutes and it usually changes.

Jan 23, 2014 03:30 AM