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When is the Last Time You Took a Three Hour Lunch?

By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

December 29, 2010 01:01 PM

Being a solo broker and owner, I make my own hours and if I want to take a three hour lunch..so be it. That is what I did this week..meeting my friend and publisher Peg Silloway. Nothing on the agenda, just a couple of gal pals catching up on life. This is one of the perks of being on your own. When is the last time you took a three hour lunch?

Meeting at Suburban House we had fun, we laughed, we talked, we shared and there was no guilt whatsoever...no one to account to. I love taking this time off.

Peg showed me her new Muse Medallion I was surprised at the size and weight...not something to wear each day.

HomeRome 410-530-2400 Muse Medallion HomeRome 410-530-2400 Peg & Margaret.. HomeRome 410-530-2400

And what would lunch be without chocolate? Again homemade Brownies just like Peg made when we celebrated the birth of "Real Estate the Rome Way"

This time these brownies were wrapped as a gift in a pretty tin with a bow...and still quite yummy!

Gift HomeRome 410-530-2400 brownies HomeRome 410-530-2400

Lunch with a friend, sharing good times, indulging in chocolate...well it just doesn't get any better!

When is the Last Time You Took a Three Hour Lunch?

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Lydie Ouellet Dickinson

Realty Executives Tri County, Bellingham MA - Bellingham, MA

Realtor

Margaret, good for you. That is also something I enjoy about my profession: being my own boss and manage my own time!

However, I guess I should add chocolate to my "me" moments!

Dec 29, 2010 01:13 PM

Andres Munar

Keystone Alliance Mortgage - State College, PA

Experience The Difference

Sometimes we need those type of day just for ourselves. Sometimes when I'm running around all day it feels like I've take a full day's lunch :)

Dec 29, 2010 01:23 PM

Joan Whitebook

BHG The Masiello Group - Nashua, NH

Consumer Focused Real Estate Services

Margaret --- this certainly is one of the perks of owning your own business. It is good just to kick back and share some fun, food and laughter with a special friend. Of course, chocolate helps too!

Dec 29, 2010 01:37 PM

Pam Dent

Gayle Harvey Real Estate, Inc. - Charlottesville, VA

REALTOR® - Charlottesville Virginia Homes / Horse

Margaret - Good friends and chocolate too, sounds like the perfect lunchtime.

Dec 29, 2010 01:38 PM

Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES

Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL

Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Margaret, good for you and why not? A three hour lunch catching up may easily turn into something else much later in time. Here's to a happy and prosperous New Year!

Dec 29, 2010 01:38 PM

Lizette Fitzpatrick

Lizette Realty - Richmond KY - Lexington, KY

Lizette Realty, Lexington KY MLS - Kentucky Homes

Sounds like my kind of lunch. I bet if we got together it might last that long.

Dec 29, 2010 02:07 PM

Elyse Berman, PA

LoKation Real Estate - Boca Raton, FL

Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824

Good for you is right! It's always nice to spend time with good friends.

Btw, I checked out "Margaret's kitchen." The food looks yummy! Easy to see why this could become a habit.

Wishing you a Healthy and Happy New Year!

Dec 29, 2010 02:07 PM

Andrea Swiedler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT

Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

Margaret, first of all, I got your message, I have to call you back. I was sick for a few days, and really don't have cell service at my house...

A three hour lunch is such a treat! Good food, good company, great chocolate, what more could you ask for???

Dec 29, 2010 09:42 PM

Renee Marrs Caperton

Marrs & Associates - Corsicana, TX

Realtor - Corsicana Texas Real Estate

Sounds like a fun day catching up with an old friend. A lot of times we are busy and don't stop and make time for things that are important. Great reminder that the best things in life are not things!

Dec 29, 2010 11:13 PM

Gail C. Harris

Resource Network, LLC SFR, AHWD, ACRE, SMAR Board Director - Chesapeake Beach, MD

Reach the BEACH with Gail C. Harris (cell: 703.868

Oh that's Peg, how neat. I'm glad you had time to catch-up. :) Gail

Dec 29, 2010 11:49 PM

Charita Cadenhead

eXp Realty - Birmingham, AL

Serving Jefferson and Shelby Counties (Alabama)

Margaret isn't that part of why we are in business for ourselves. While being in business for ourselves demands for more of our time than traditional employment, knowing when to take time for yourself is important. And knowing how to be a good time manager is essential.

Dec 30, 2010 02:08 AM

Robert L. Brown

www.mrbrownsellsgr.com - Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Real Estate Bellabay Realty, West Mic

You look like you 2 were just "chillin". Nothing wrong with "you"time. Enjoy!!

Dec 30, 2010 11:06 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Oops sorry to be late getting back to all your comments. I will be visiting each of your blogs. Wonderfully busy day finding Keys To Another Successful Settlement!

Dec 30, 2010 01:11 PM

Brian Doubleday

Brian Doubleday - IML RealEstate - Orange County, CA Broker - Ladera Ranch, CA

Ladera Ranch, Foothill Ranch, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo

Brownies, a friend, and good conversation, sounds like a perfect afternoon!

Dec 30, 2010 02:55 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ

602-380-4886

Ahhh Margaret we do need to talk this next week. I see a clear new change going on here and I'm liking the direction. Way cool Sista! I need to take lessons from you!!

Dec 30, 2010 03:01 PM

Vickie McCartney

Maverick Realty - Owensboro, KY

Broker, Real Estate Agent Owensboro KY

Hi Margaret~ Can you believe the last time I did that was more than three years ago when I had my own company in Brownsville, TN! I guess I need to make it a point to have a nice long lunch with a friend and make sure there is chocolate as well! If I lived near you, I would love to do just that with you! I am sure we would hit it off perfectly and have lots to talk about!

Dec 30, 2010 03:34 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Vickie, Now that is sad...three years ago. Put "take a few 3 hour lunches" on you resolution list! Come to Baltimore and I will make time! Friendship and chocolate go so well together.

Anna, Let's talk...anytime!

Brian, It was.

Robert, Good to see you.

Chanta, Know what is important is the key to time management.

Gail, We get together once a month...no matter what.

Renee, You are so right on.... the best things in life are not things!

Andea, Hope you are feeling better.

Elyse, Yep the food is yummy and they make you feel at home.

Lizette, Would love to try it!

Andres, Thanks for stopping by.

Lydie, Being your own boss and chocolate..great combination.

Joan, Chocolate and friendship...Ahhh.

Pam, Perfect anytime.

Russel, We are both proud of Peg and her book. Thanks for the support.

Silvia, Thank you.

Dec 30, 2010 10:17 PM

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