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12 Days of Thanks Giving - Day 9 (Courage)

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by Patricia Feager, 11/20/2017

For Debbie Reynolds AR Contest

 

NO EXPECTATIONS - JUST EMPOWERMENT

 

I am thankful I broke myself free to escape to the mountains in September of 2017. For the third year in a row, I felt centered in happiness and peace in the State of Montana. There is a feeling of empowerment when I can drive down a country road not knowing where I am going. But I know, I'll know what I'm looking for as soon as I find it. 

 

What started out with smokey days due to forest fires, suddenly the clouds rolled in and seemed to push away the color gray and turned the sky a vivid blue. Down the road I saw a red barn, so I got there as quickly as I could.

 

  

 

ONE MOMENT IN TIME

Scenes like this do exist, if only for a moment. It's all about the timing, taking chances, following the light, and being lucky to be in the right location without having any expectations. 

 

EMOTIONAL HIGH

I don't need alcohol, drugs, or a map to find that emotional high. Life is about driving oneself to the limits of endurance because you believe in triumphs; you believe in yourself. 

 

COURAGE

Despite all the business plans that promise nothing more than false hope, like mining for gold in California, or digging for oil in Texas, taking control of your wheelhouse takes courage. Personal growth is not just about the money, it's about being exactly where you need to be when you didn't even know what you were looking for; however, it's there! Seeing where courage takes you feels like you just moved a mountain. Truly, I am thankful!

--- Patricia Feager, 11/20/2017 

 

 

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PATRICIA FEAGER, REALTOR®
DFW FINE PROPERTIES
3575 LONE STAR CIRCLE SUITE 315
FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76177

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"With self-discipline most anything is possible." --- Theodore Roosevelt 

 

 

 

  

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Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Patricia - You're right. If we're going to thrive and make the most of the opportunities that life and our profession offer us daily, we're going to have to find courage within.

Nov 20, 2017 11:06 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hello Patricia Feager, another lovely post that spoke to my heart. For me, courage, faith and pursuit of happiness go together. When we want something, the only person who has the power to stand in the way is ourselves. 
I admire your courage and going after what makes you happy and complete. Beautiful picture! 

Nov 20, 2017 11:15 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Dick Greenberg - Our time is so limited. It takes a lot of courage to live and making the right decision is never guaranteed. If it makes any sense to you at all, I just don't want to live with regrets anymore. 

Nov 20, 2017 11:33 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Beth Atalay -Thank you for understanding that I really want more out of life for as long as I can. I'm not working for burial rights, I'm working courageously to live. 

Nov 20, 2017 11:34 AM
Beth Atalay

You're a lady after my heart Patricia Feager. Ask and you shall receive and as long as you have the courage to keep going, you will end up exactly where you're supposed to be whether for a short while or a lifetime.

Nov 20, 2017 12:13 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Patricia there is a lot of power in freedom to do things when you want at your own pace.

Nov 20, 2017 11:43 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

George Souto - We are so lucky we have options today to conduct business most anywhere as long as there is technology or get a referral. 

The power of freedom is something I don't take lightly. 

May you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving week!

Nov 20, 2017 11:50 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Another wonderful post Patricia Feager too many never find their strength in life.  You have and you embrace it!

Nov 20, 2017 01:07 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Lisa Von Domek - I miss talking to you. You're so close, but so far away! 


We must embrace life always and make time for friends!!!

Nov 21, 2017 10:54 AM
Curtis Van Carter
Better Homes & Gardens Wine Country Group - Yountville, CA
Your Napa Valley Broker Extraordinaire

Patricia

thanks for posting these. you and about half of the people I follow have taken up this challenge, cheers cvc

Nov 20, 2017 01:29 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Cheers to you Curtis Van Carter - I am thankful you're on ActiveRain and that you're actively blogging too!


I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day and week!

Nov 21, 2017 10:53 AM
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

Seems that Montana is going to be your "go to" place to stay somehere in the future. What a nice journey it will be for you!

Nov 20, 2017 02:29 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 - Mountains call my name! I've enjoyed my trips to Montana and each one gives me more joy that the years before. Is that possible? 


Yes!!!

Nov 21, 2017 10:52 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Patrica

We all need to take time to break away to clear our head.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Nov 20, 2017 06:00 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Lou Ludwig - Break away! There's no time like the present!!!

Nov 21, 2017 10:51 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Those moments exist because you are watchful and open to it happening. Those that are closed up and hardened don't see the beauty lying up ahead.

Nov 20, 2017 06:28 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Debbie Reynolds - Your words read like the magic formula for successful road trips! I couldn't agree with you more! That red barn and scene ignited the passion for beautiful life in the country. 

Nov 21, 2017 10:50 AM
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Patricia, I love your post and your photo! Sometimes we don't know where the path leads us and we may not even know what we need or are looking for until we find it.

Nov 20, 2017 06:33 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES - I love to make memorable discoveries. This one in Montana was a very special road to be on and it took my breath away! The red barn just seemed to jump off the photograph. I'm happy to know you loved post and photo too!!!

Nov 21, 2017 10:48 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Good morning, Patricia... I've only been to Montana once and so many decades ago, I have no real impression (except of the best steak I ever ate). It sounds like this is truly your refuge in life and you are fortunate to have found such a place. As always, your photos are stunning and your words touching.

Nov 21, 2017 04:56 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

Nina Hollander - I like to explore other states more than once and see as much as I can see. When it comes to road trips, I follow my heart, the sun, and sunsets too! As the sun was setting over the countryside in Mountain, my heart was racing to get somewhere special. I had no idea where I'd find IT, that pace I felt so much beauty in return for my efforts. This was it!!!


I was happy to see that Myrl Jeffcoat featured it in her PHOTOS group! Also, thank you for letting me know what you think about my photos and writing too. 


Thank you!

Nov 21, 2017 10:47 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I haven't really spent time in Montana.  However, I have set foot in certain places where I feel totally comfortable and at piece.  One is Savannah, Georgia.  Another, was in Lancaster County, PA, among the Amish.  I have family living within 140 miles of my current Greater Sacramento home however.  Therefore, I'm unlikely to move, and they will probably need to carry my dead body out of my house in a box.

Nov 21, 2017 10:28 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Patricia, on having this blog FEATURED in the PHOTOS group!

Nov 21, 2017 10:30 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Myrl Jeffcoat - thanks for the feature in the PHOTOS group! Of course, you know I'm thankful.

I've never been to Savannah. Perhaps it's because before Vietnam, before Germany, there was Hunter's Army Air-force Base and my spouse said he would never go to Georgia again. Personally, I've never experienced it but would today if opportunity presented itself. 

I have been to places in PA where Amish lived and stopped in many of their stores and restaurants. It was always a very special and enjoyable. As for Greater Sacramento, you fit it fine and I couldn't imagine you ever leaving there. You seem so happy and you're well versed on its history. I love reading your stories about Sacramento and family life too.

May you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day!

Nov 21, 2017 10:44 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Patricia, wonderful post. Made me think hard today as I have a decision to make. Seems my burn I got on my left foot from hot bacon grease has given me some problems. I have a bone infection in my two toes and the doctor wants to put me on a high potent antibiotic IV for 6 weeks. I know I need to start this as the infection could go into the blood stream. But, I am getting another opinion before making my mind up.

I am hesitant to put anything in my body since I had my left adrenal gland removed... because of the Methotrexate and Enbrel I was on for 10 years. Drugs are so bad on the body and can really destroy other parts of the body. 

Thanks for this lovely post. All the best and Happy Thanksgiving.

 

Nov 21, 2017 11:20 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Rebecca Gaujot - Have you done a search on Mayo Clinic Burns? They give very good information, particularly for burns. When in doubt, I always do my own research before seeing a doctor then make a list of questions to ask based upon what I learned from reading articles from the Mayo Clinic. 

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/burns/basics/treatment/con-20035028

Many years ago, my son had an accident and fell off a roof. I didn't know if he'd ever walk again. I learned that the foot has many tiny bones and injuries can be very serious. In the meantime, I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Nov 21, 2017 11:27 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Patricia, this was my second doctor and now I will be seeing an infectious disease doctor befor making my decision. Thanks for the link and I will check it out for sure. Thanks also for the prayers my friend.

Nov 21, 2017 11:31 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for your inspirational message.

Seeing where courage takes you feels like you just moved a mountain

Nov 21, 2017 12:14 PM
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Patricia Feager with DFW FINE PROPERTIES has sold residential real estate in Dallas-Fort Worth for more than twenty years. She understands making choices needs informed decision making. She takes her career seriously and enjoys helping her clients transition to a new location, whether it is local or from out of town. Keeping clients informed throughout the process with effective communication and understanding their needs is important. Her assessments begin with taking into consideration the current market conditions and providing truthful information to her clients. Knowing what their highest to lowest priorities are and facts about what their specific needs and the current market conditions helps everyone to understand expectations. Clarity, facts, valuable feedback, observations are part of the journey when moving.

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