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Encouragement for the Exhausted!

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Services for Real Estate Pros with The Connection

I just had an experience of observing our dried up plant that began to prosper.  That poor living thing had not had any water for a couple of days before I noticed that it had withered.  It was sagging with no life left in it.  It was exhausted and struggling to survive!  It was so thirsty!

That's the way some of us in the Real Estate Profession may feel.  We have experienced a drought with no water.  We are experiencing weariness.  We are dry and thirsty! 

I have good news for you!  Listen to this story about our plant!

I began to water that withered plant.  It was right at the point of not surviving.  As I poured water into it, I began to feel hope.  I noticed it began to perk up the first day.  The next day it looked more alive after I poured water all over it.  By the third day, it began to look normal. After two weeks of consistent and persistent watering, it now has an abundance of flowers and is flourishing! 

Some of us need the water of encouragement just like that plant did.  We need to know that we will prosper even if it doesn't feel like it.  Let others in The Rain water you!  Soak up encouraging words! 

You will make it!  You have what it takes!  We need you!  We see you flourishing and prospering!   

 

Flourishing!

Linda Breeding
Keller Williams Realty - Pinehurst, NC

Thanks for the encouraging words - sometimes we all just need a little push and to be reminded when things look the worse the "flowers" are not far behind.

Aug 02, 2008 06:23 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Irene (My Sweetheart), Thank You for your kindness and encouragement!  You saw the whole experience!  Rain Water brings life!

Aug 02, 2008 08:16 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Duane, Thank You for the "keeper" encouragement and inspiration!

Aug 02, 2008 08:17 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Linda, Thank You for your encouraging words about the flowers right behind "The Rain!"

Aug 02, 2008 08:18 AM
Alexander Harb
Knights Investing - Mesquite, TX
Dallas, Texas Real Estate Investing

Dan.............let me know when you are ready to become a Moderator in,"Christianity and Real Estate"

I am looking forward to your encouraging way of interacting with everyone in the "family"...

Aug 05, 2008 08:02 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Alex, Thank You for your encouragement!  I will let you know when I can start.  I am launching the third chapter of my research project and thesis.

Aug 05, 2008 02:13 PM
Sondra Meyer:
EXP Realty, LLC - Corpus Christi, TX
See It. Experience It. Live It.

Hi Dan!  In Texas, we've been in what I think is technically called a moderate drought.  Finally, it rained yesterday.  As I read the this post, I was able to visualize what you are saying about how a little water can bring someone or something back to life.  As, I've seen everything turning green today.

You and Gary are both very inspirational writers....great minds must obviously think alike.  I really like how you and your sweetheart seem to really appreciate each other.  The two of you are demonstrating how couples can remind each other how important the other person is to them. 

And, finally.....great picture.  The picture alone watered my soul. 

Aug 06, 2008 04:25 PM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Sondra, Thank You for your encouraging words!  Water does bring life!  Thank You for your kind words about Gary and me!

Aug 07, 2008 02:38 AM
-- Casey Brischle
Columbia Bank - Spokane, WA
Spokane Home Loan Mortgage Professional

Great analogy Dan...I definitely needed to read that this morning.  Thank you!

Aug 07, 2008 07:52 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Casey, Thank You for your kind and encouraging words!  I am honored to help you!

Aug 08, 2008 03:25 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Dan:  A message so many need in this slow market.  But the water in this analogy is what we are putting into our own businesses.  You can't throw your hands up and give up.  You have to keep at it. 

Aug 08, 2008 03:31 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Chris Ann, Thank You for your encouraging comments!  It takes energy and effort to pour water!  The benefit is continued growth!

Aug 09, 2008 05:39 AM
Brenda Tressler
Crye-Leike Realtors - Clarksville, TN

turtleGreat post! I feel like that is what ActiveRain is... Hope! Hope of new friends, knowlege and new business. Thanks for the positive post. Have a great week-end! Brenda :)

Aug 09, 2008 11:06 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Brenda, Thank You for your encouraging comments!  Thank you for your fresh perspective of AR of being Hope, Hope of New Friends and Hope of a New Business!  You painted graphic word pictures for me!

Aug 09, 2008 02:17 PM
Brenda Tressler
Crye-Leike Realtors - Clarksville, TN

turtleDan: Thank you for this post! I hope to see more of you around the ActiveRain Community! Meeting people like you is what makes this new adventure for me so much fun! Brenda :)

Aug 09, 2008 02:28 PM
Brooke Shepherd
Keller Williams Clients' Choice - Colorado Springs, CO
Speak With Honesty~Act with Integrity

Thank you!  Below is some scripture I have been holding on to, not only for real estate, but life!

Commit your ways to the Lord, trust also in him and he will bring it to pass... Psalm 37:5

Brooke

Aug 09, 2008 03:35 PM
* Rate A Home
Rate A Home - Saugatuck, MI

Brother Dan, Hope all has been going well. Sorry I haven't been visiting much with all that has been going on this week.

Give your bride a hug from me.

Duane

Aug 10, 2008 12:44 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Brooke, Thank You for your encouragement!  I have been working on my research project for my doctorate.  I will be in and out of AR until February 1 next year!

Aug 13, 2008 05:04 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Brenda, Thank You for your inspiration!  I will be in and out of AR as I commit my life to my research project for my doctorate until February 1 next year!

Aug 13, 2008 05:05 AM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Duane, Thank You!  I am completely commited to my research project for my doctorate.  I am living, breathing and sleeping in it all day and every day!  I will be hit and miss for the next six months in AR!

Aug 13, 2008 05:08 AM