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Happy Father's Day - A Tribute to My Dad

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Real Estate Agent with Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ

Toula & Dad

A little Tribute to my Dad who passed away in August of 2002. 

I think about him everyday, he was so cool.  He had a great sense of humor and was always happy.  Friendly, out-going, anyone who knew him, loved him!

My real estate career was really starting to take off.

We had a conversation about a month before his passing and I was telling him about some of the events that were going on in the business with my deals...

He didn't know much about Real Estate, but I remember him telling me; "I hope you have a closing everyday".

I laughed and said to him; "Oh Dad, that's impossible, I'll be lucky to have a closing every week, no less everyday"...

He then replied; "OK then, I hope you have a closing every week"...

I smiled and gave him a big hug...

Well, in 2004 I did it.  I closed 54 properties - over $19 million dollars in sales.

I'm sure my little angel Dad was with me, every step of the way. 

Here's to my Dad, Happy Father's Day...

 

Karen Anne Stone
New Home Hunters of Fort Worth and Tarrant County - Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth Real Estate

Toula:  It sounds like you and your dad were very close.  I am sure he would be oh so proud of you and how well you've done.  There is something special about a close and caring relationship between Dads and Daughters.  I don't know whether you can feel his presence today, but I'm sure that somehow, somewhere... he is with you today.  Thanks so much for sharing your Dad with us today.  Huggs to you.

Jun 21, 2009 02:31 PM
Karen Anne Stone
New Home Hunters of Fort Worth and Tarrant County - Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth Real Estate

By the way... I wrote a post about my Dad last night... wishing him a Happy Father's Day.  He passed in 1988... and I miss him.  I invite you to read my post about my Dad.  I'd love to share it with you.  Take care...

Jun 21, 2009 02:33 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Lizette - I'm sure he would be very proud of you!

Jun 21, 2009 02:46 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Karen - You're so sweet...thank you for that.  Yes, I know he is always with me.  I do believe that.  I'll take a look at your post.

Jun 21, 2009 02:47 PM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Hi Toula-What a great tribute to your Dad. It is so nice that you two had a wonderful relationship. Father, daughter relationships are unique and special, <SMILE>

Jun 21, 2009 03:13 PM
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Toula, How cool was that? He must have been looking out for you...

Your building consultant for life in Nashville, TN

Jun 21, 2009 10:10 PM
Jen Anderson
Exit By the Bay Realty - Chesapeake Beach, MD

Toula, waht a great post to your father. And congrats for meeting the goal of a property a week.

Jun 21, 2009 10:54 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Sharon - Thank you, yes they are!

Jun 21, 2009 11:28 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Michael - I believe he was!!!

Jun 21, 2009 11:29 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Jen - Thank you!

Jun 21, 2009 11:29 PM
Don Rogers
Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield - O'Fallon, MO
Realtor, Broker, CDPE, GRI, OnullFallon MO & St Charles County MO homes

Toula,

It sounds as though you and your dad had a very special relationship.

Jun 21, 2009 11:32 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Don - We sure did...thank you!

Jun 21, 2009 11:40 PM
Mark Watterson
Salt Lake City, UT
Utah Real Estate

That is a nice tribute for you father.  Sound like you have and will always have fond memories.

Jun 22, 2009 12:44 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Mark - You are right!

Jun 22, 2009 12:54 AM
Robert Rauf
CMG Home Loans - Toms River, NJ

Hi Toula, My dad went into the hospital on Father's day 2007... and unfortunatley never came home.  almost 2 years now and it still feels like yesterday.

But I still hear his voice on a regular basis, Especially when I call my son!

Jun 22, 2009 01:53 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Rob - So sorry to hear about your Dad....I know what you mean!

Jun 22, 2009 07:52 AM
Goodbye Active Rain
Out of Real Estate

Very cool story about your Dad Toula.  He was watching over you!

Jun 22, 2009 01:38 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Hi Toula,

Great tribute to your dad. I'm sure he was every step of the way with you. I'll bet you could feel it too!

Jun 22, 2009 02:39 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Tony - I believe he is!

Jun 22, 2009 02:50 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Dorie - I sure can!

Jun 22, 2009 02:50 PM