activerain contests: Halloween Decor-Neighborhood Style - 10/25/15 09:32 AM
Halloween Decor-Neighborhood Style
 
For part of Kimo Stowell ’s week long Halloween festivities, he has asked us to share our front Door or Halloween Decor.
 
Alas, with visitors and grandkids in for recent visits we are behind in pumpkin picking and front door decor.  (I did, however, buy our Halloween candy!)

That said, I am lucky enough to live in a neighborhood that goes all out at Halloween.  We even have a small neighborhood parade.
The neighbor down the street is putting the finishing touches on his haunted house, which I’ve never seen because Larry is scared to give out the candy.  (That’s another … (12 comments)

activerain contests: Ideas for "Be the Star of Your Own Movie"-Choose And Use! - 02/18/15 08:43 AM
Ideas for “Be the Star of Your Own Movie” -Choose and Use.

Raise your hand if you’ve entered Roger’s “Be the Star of Your Own Movie” contest!

OK, I know that some of you want to enter but just can’t think of a movie, or you don’t think you’re creative enough.

“Fuhget about it!”
 
You’re here on ActiveRain and you write a blog, don’t you?  Well, not everyone can do that.  You have all it takes.

So, herewith are some movie ideas for your entry. Feel free to Choose and Use them for your entry.
 
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activerain contests: And The Winners Are.... "Under The Influence(s)" Contest Results - 08/07/14 12:35 PM

I loved Dennis Burgess' "Under the Influence(s) Contest and here are the results!  Please head to Dennis' post and thank him for a job well done.
Congratulations to the winners!!!
And The Winners Are.... "Under The Influence(s)" Contest Results

And The Winners Are.... "Under The Influence(s)" Contest Results
 
     Greetings, everyone.  I'd like to thank everyone who entered "Under The Influences: An ActiveRain Contest".  By order of entry, that's a hearty "'Preciate it" to the following:
 
 
     I'd also like to thank you all for your patience as my ongoing fight against an infection has hampered my … (22 comments)

activerain contests: 2014 Summer Video Challenge, Show Us Your Local & Bring in the Juice - 07/31/14 09:01 AM

This one is going to be fun!  It's a Summer Video Challenge from Bob Crane.  You'll be doing something that you can use for business and something we all love to see .... your videos!  You must write a post with it and you can do.
Have fun and can't wait for the videos.
2014 Summer Video Challenge, Show Us Your Local & Bring in the Juice
We all know how great local events are for attracting clients and bringing in the Google Juice and we have been told how much Google likes Video, so this Challenge is going to combine … (13 comments)

activerain contests: Those Awkward Moments -- June Contest - 06/03/14 03:49 AM

This one looks like a fun contest!  And, if your awkward moments are anything like Susan's, you'll want to share it with us.  Please head to her post and lend your support!  It's her first ActiveRain contest so come on everyone!!!
 

This month’s challenge is all about THOSE AWKWARD MOMENTS.  This is meant to be a fun, light hearted contest and a great way to start the summer.  Let’s see who’s got the best awkward moment.  Every participant will receive 500 points.
All entries must be submitted by Monday, June 30th.
Make sure you add a photo or video … (18 comments)

activerain contests: Sensei/Grasshopper Is Back! - 03/31/14 09:49 AM

It's back!  If you're fairly new to ActiveRain, or want help in a particular area, this community has it in abundance.  Just to show you, Dick Greenberg is once again hosting the Sensei/Grasshopper challenge.  
What that means for you and me is an opportunity to get one on one help from another ActiveRain member, or to offer your help to one of our members here.  
You're never too old, too young, too smart or too dumb to learn.   Have fun with this, but be sure to follow the rules!

It's time for Round III of the Sensei/Grasshopper Challenge!
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activerain contests: A Spring Challenge: Create Your Very Own Personal Weltanschauung! - 02/28/14 09:59 AM

It's contest time!!  Pat Kennedy is hosting a March contest that should be fun. .If you remember the January contest where we were asked to write about the ActiveRain Weltanschauung, then this contest could be a no-brainer for you.  Each entry will receive 500 points, and there will be First, Second and Third Place winners.  
Have fun!
In January, one of the challenges involved reading (or for many of us, re-reading) the ActiveRain Weltanschauung, and then to write a post about our thoughts on this subject.  
If you missed this challenge or are very new to ActiveRain, this is what … (7 comments)

activerain contests: January's Cloudburst of You - 2014 - 01/03/14 04:43 AM

You didn't think that January would go by without a Cloudburst, did you?   The AR gods went easy on us in Decemberbut now it's time to get to work.  Head to the post  (linked above) and see the specifics.  Get started now because if you want to participate, you'll need to write some local posts, actually make comments, and a few other things.  
 
Happy New Year!  2014 is here and it's time to start the new year off right.  Resolutions have been made and it's time to rock!
This month's cloudburst is designed to kick-start your 2014 into the right … (4 comments)

activerain contests: 2014 BIG Blog Jumpstart at AR Challenge Yourself for Your Own Success - 01/02/14 11:23 AM

It was a challenge such as the one Lynn Friedman has offered us that got me started posting every day several years ago.  Don't think you can do it?  Why not try... what have you got to lose?  And look at what you can gain. 
We've been given a grace period so it begins this Monday, January 6 and ends on the 31st.  Posts must be 300 words and include a photo/ video or some other kind of visual element. 
Please head over to Lynn's post to leave your comments!
2014 BIG Blog Jumpstart at AR
Challenge Yourself for Your Own … (15 comments)

activerain contests: December's Cloudburst of You - 12/02/13 10:13 AM
 
ActiveRain has given us an early gift so it's time to Pay It Forward.   If you can't do this Challenge, then I can't help you!!!!    Read on and say "Thank You" ActiveRain!   
Season's Greetings!
Usually around this time of the month I'm hitting you with a big challenge to leave 50 comments, write 20 posts and write a bunch of hyperlocal posts. December is a busy month, we have our businesses to run, family and friends to entertain, our winter round of MeetUps and of course our daily social activities. It doesn't mean we get a … (0 comments)

activerain contests: A Really Big Deal or No Big Deal- An ActiveRain Challenge - 12/01/13 10:42 AM
 
You didn't think December would come and go without a challenge, did you?  Debbie Reynolds has offered a challenge that requires only 1 postand the best thing (besides the points) is that we can all learn from the stories of our members.    Don't forget, the challenge ends December 30, not the 31st!!!!! So, start writing now.  Leave a link to your post in the comment section of her post!!!    
A Really Big Deal or No Big Deal- An ActiveRain Challenge
It is the holiday season so this December Challenge is going to be fun and not require you to write … (0 comments)

activerain contests: EGG BLOG FOR THE HOLIDAYS - 11/02/13 05:45 AM
 
Ok guys, if you're wanting to participate in the November challenge of 30 blogs but don't think you can come up with enough topics, Richie has given you some ideas.  Please read this because even if you're not planning on the challenge, this is still a great idea for some posts!
And, if you're like me and had a hard time picking just 3 people for DONNA FOERSTER's post last month, this would be a good way to say "thank you" to someone!
 
NOT EGG NOG but EGG BLOG is correct. I did a post two years ago called … (0 comments)

activerain contests: Be Thankful Challenge 2013 - How to Participate and Day 1 - 11/01/13 08:56 PM
 
You can count on Joni to help bring our focus back to the positive things in our lives in particular what we're thankful for. This is the perfect time of year to start focusing on all of our blessings. No points on this however... They will count as your post a day if you're in for this month's challenge! 
How about you? Ready to count your blessings?
Be Thankful Challenge
 


 
For those of you who were members of ActiveRain last year at Thanksgiving, you may remember this.
 
 
This is a challenge to change our way … (0 comments)

activerain contests: November's Cloudburst of You - 10/31/13 09:16 AM
 
I know.. you're still handing out Halloween candy but here's the November Cloudburst!  Now you can get a head start. Don't worry, you can do this one!!! All you have to do is write a post a day.
You can do that!!!!  Start thinking now about what to write... and if you need help don't forget to go to the Inspiration Station. 
Have to go... more Tricksters. 
I'm only going to ask one thing of you in November, a challenge yes but only one task.
November's Cloudburst of You
30 Posts in 30 Days
It's been awhile since we had … (0 comments)

activerain contests: There's No Place Like Home- And I Wish You ALL That Special Place! - 10/11/13 11:22 PM
There’s No Place Like Home-And I Wish You All That Special Place.
 
I have loved my home for over 36 years.  The minute I was in it, it was as if I’d been there my whole life.  
You know how it is when you move into a new home….. you have to slowly settle into it….. get to know it.  Sometimes it can take some time to feel comfortable in it.   But not so with my home.  From the beginning, it was my home.
 
My home has comforted me when I needed  to be wrapped up in … (20 comments)

activerain contests: THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME CONTEST - 10/01/13 11:36 AM
And if you're still looking for ways to attain points as well as blog topics, Liz has a different challenge for us.  If you want some inspiration for it, just pop in The Wizard of Oz!
 
Home seems to be the one definitive word that ties us all together.  Most of us who like to sing in the "Rain" do so about Home.  We sell, inspect, insure, finance, stage, decorate and do what ever needs to be done to help realize the dream of home.
These professions we have chosen, they are important.  We help people realize their dreams, we help … (0 comments)

activerain contests: An October Challenge: Who Would You Like To Meet Live And In Person? - 10/01/13 11:31 AM
This one should be fun so let's get out and give this challenge a try.  Donna's October Challenge asks you to tell us who you'd like to meet. You can write up to 3 of these!  
An October Challenge: Who Would You Like To Meet Live And In Person?
 
Have you been hiding behind  your computer? Writing your posts and commenting but never reaching out to your fellow members? Maybe you've just been lurking, reading posts but not commenting or posting or putting yourself out there.
Maybe you've been brave enough to send an email or pick up the phone … (0 comments)

activerain contests: October's Cloudburst of You - 10/01/13 11:26 AM
You didn't think that there wasn't going to be a Cloudburst did you?  So it's here and there are some twists to it.  Have fun and don't forget to check out some of the other contest. 
Fall is upon us and October is here.  With the new month full of ghoulish tricks, we have another Cloudburst for you to get involved in.
October's Cloudburst of You
15 Blog Posts
50 Comments
5 Hyperlocal Posts
Tweet out 5 Posts
Write 3 Inspiration Station Posts

15 Blog Posts - I have dropped this number from the previous Cloudbursts as I'd like to see the newer members of AR get … (0 comments)

activerain contests: Showcase Your State/Province - An AR Challenge - 10/01/13 03:11 AM
Get out your cameras, it's time for another challenge.  Have fun and go to Sharon Tara's post if you need to know how to insert photos.   The Challenge ends October 27th. 
Every other year, my dad's side of the family chooses a spot to have our family reunion.  We've been to Alaska, North Carolina, Lake Tahoe and many other beautiful spots.  This year my aunt choose Utah.  Now I must admit, I had no desire to visit Utah but after driving through this incredibly beautiful state I left with a new found love.  Gorgeous green mountains with valleys of beautifully … (0 comments)

activerain contests: Contest The Virtual Traveller-From Fishhawk Lake Real Estate - 09/17/13 05:03 AM
This is going to be fun!!  If you've ever read Gayle Rich-Boxman's  Fishhawk Lake posts, and if you haven't you should go there, then you'll know what this contest is all about.  I have to admit that everytime she writes a post about Fishhawk Lake, I've always wanted to go there. 
Have fun and don't wait!  Contest ends September 30!
 
Localism posts are a part of what puts us on the map as far as bloggers in ActiveRain. It also invites other REALTORS®, stagers, virtual assistants, inspectors, loan officers, and importantly, potential clients to take a moment to virtually visit an area that they may otherwise … (0 comments)

 


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