After prolonged rainy and overcast weather this year, spring finally is providing a delightful tapestry of colorful threads to my garden. My front yard in April is especially vibrant, with not only the roses but the azaleas in glorious bloom. I also understand we received more than 171% of norm
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04/18/2019
In comparison to others, there’s one thing I’ve noticed these past several years, I’m a moody blogger. As a fellow blogging friend once commented, “Myrl, I never know what I’ll find when I visit your blog.” She’s right of course – sometimes I post housing market statistics, while at other times
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04/14/2019
It is no secret among real estate professionals that divorce is a prominent cause for homes coming to market. However, we also know the situation doesn't need to lead up to a real life “War of the Roses!” Occasionally divorcing couples who are separating their lives, find they cannot afford to li
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04/11/2019
*Animation has 3 slides which transition automaticallyStrong breezes or winds always make me more energized or antsy than usual. And today, when my plans to work more in my garden were thwarted by their annoyance at mid-day, I grabbed my keys and went for a little drive.The road traveling eastwar
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04/09/2019
*Slideshow has 10 slidesThis has been an incredibly wet year in Sacramento. Yesterday morning, I was in search of signs this is actually spring.Not far from my home in the Greater Sacramento community of Fair Oaks, there are many delightful parks, activities, and things to visit and see. One of
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04/08/2019
I am always proud of my grandkids that often seem to perform like rock stars. I was just given word my grandkid, Macie received her quarterly grades from University of California at Davis. And, she received straight A's! Macie carried 17 units which included classes in Calculus, Linguistics an
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04/07/2019
Sacramento County experienced a -0.9% decrease in number of homes listed FOR SALE in March 2019 vs. the same month a year ago. For the same period there was a -7.6% decrease in homes SOLD. Pending sales increased 3.1%Interest rates continue to remain reasonably low. More homes are available, mak
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04/06/2019
The photo below is of my two cats. They are Camilla (the calico) and Reuben (the ginger tabby). Camilla is complaining that Reuben is touching her on the shoulders, and has kissed her on the back of the head! Reuben has stated that he totally gets her complaints about comfort level, and will be
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04/05/2019
While I live by sage prompting to live in the moment, I admit there are some times when I live that I’d rather someone just shoot me! When those times make company, it’s best to simply look to the future. There will be golden moments on the horizon. And, when they arrive, treasure them to memo
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04/01/2019
Those who follow my blog have learned I have a special affection for Old Sacramento, and the numerous annual events that occur there. Another Old Town favorite is Gold Rush Days which in the past was held on Labor Day weekend, but this year will occur on Memorial Day weekend. Also, the Californ
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03/31/2019
