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The Sheets Don't Fit

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Referral Group Incorporated

I wish manufacturers would put labels on the fitted sheets indicating head and foot. It is always a struggle to get it on the first try and really there is no reason to play with us, the consumer.Yesterday I thought I had it right but during the night, I knew I didn't and shifting the four layers that came on top wasn't what I wanted to do at 2 AM. 

Life and business are a lot like the sheets: they don't come with labels or directions either. And so the best way to proceed is with caution and to remember what you have learned and use it as you move forward. I now put a safety pin on the bottom of my fitted sheet. In life that safety isn't always that easy but as time moves on I like to think I use my experience to help me figure out the puzzles of today.

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Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I like the idea of using a safety pin.  I sleep in a standard double bed, and don't seem to have that problem!  

Nov 04, 2016 02:08 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

What a thoughtful post that puzzles many! Only a great thinker comes up with a solution and you did it! May you sleep better from this day forward!

Nov 04, 2016 02:14 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Myrl. Good for you. Thanks.         Sheila

Nov 04, 2016 02:31 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Thank you Patri       Sheilacia. Have a great day     

Nov 04, 2016 02:32 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

The only thing worse than sheets that are too tight, are the fitted sheets that are too loose.  I hate sleeping on big wrinkles in the sheets.

Nov 04, 2016 04:07 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Chris Ann. My sheets were both, but after 3 adjustments they are better now. TY      Sheila

Nov 04, 2016 04:23 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Sheila, that can be a nuisance and I also like the idea of using a safety pin!

Nov 04, 2016 11:42 AM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Good morning Sheila.  Wouldn't it be nice if all we needed was  safety pin to make things work in this business.... Sigh

Nov 04, 2016 08:36 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Thank you Rebecca. Better once you know, yes.      Sheila

Nov 04, 2016 10:05 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi James. It would indeed. TY     Sheila

Nov 04, 2016 10:06 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Sheila I don't have a problem putting the sheets on correctly, but even though we buy quality sheets for some reason some of the shrink and it is tough getting them to stay in place.

Nov 05, 2016 10:12 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi George. It is only the fitted sheet and without the oin, I never get it right. TY Sheila

Nov 05, 2016 10:16 AM
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

It seems like no 2 sets of sheets are the same anymore.  If you get a set that fits perfectly, go out and buy a couple more sets from the same manufacturer.

Nov 05, 2016 10:47 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Georgie. Believe it or not I buy my sheets from QVC and am happy with the quality. It is just the lack of labeling that takes time on the fitted sheets. TY    Sheila

Nov 05, 2016 10:51 AM
Elyse Berman, PA
LoKation Real Estate - Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824

Sheila Anderson I never thought of a pin - what a great idea.  What I did learn about fitted sheets was how to fold them, courtesy of Martha Shewart.  Who knew?

Nov 05, 2016 04:02 PM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

And now....I only get DEEP pockets.....and like life...I like the secure feeling that when I put something somewhere...it stays there !

Nov 05, 2016 09:54 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Thanks Elyse. It works for me.         Sheila

Nov 05, 2016 10:09 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi again Sally. I always get deep pocket sheets. You still need to put them on right, and the first time is a challenge for me. Thanks.          Sheila

Nov 05, 2016 10:19 PM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

I have some king size sheets that have labels, they say side or top/bottom.

Nov 06, 2016 03:07 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Sybil. That's great. All should...thank you.         Sheila

Nov 06, 2016 08:10 PM