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Comments Are Like Little Individual Gifts!

By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

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

April 21, 2011 04:59 PM

One of the things I enjoy about blogging is the instant gratification achieved by the comments left on my daily blogs. Comments are like little individual gifts!

Look at this comment from my special friend... Joeann Fossland, who wrote "You ROCK!!!!! Margaret! Congratulations. They are wise to watch what you do and share your creativity and brilliance!!!!"

I am so glad I invited Joeann to join ActiveRain in 2006. I remember when she started her seven-year-old granddaughter blogging.

But today, Marney Kirk and I spoke at the GBBR Why I Blog... NOT...Why You Should Blog!

Here are a few attendees that were early for the class. Up front at the table on the right is Ellen Kepner, who signed up last month and is blogging. To her right is Rosa Almond, who says she will be signing up today. Also in the room are Pamela Blout and Kim Jones.

Bridget McGee, a friend, and colleague, was a shining star in the classroom. So eager to help. Marney Kirk was a fabulous, knowledgeable, bubbly speaker—just Google to see how Marney does in her neighborhood, the Ravens, and Safeway. We had a good time!

Mike Bishop, who is with Southern Trust Mortgage, specializes in reverse mortgages and purchases. He had some excellent questions, and I think a light bulb went off for him. He said, "I like to write," and I said then start blogging. I took him straight to the computer along with a few others and invited them right there at the board. Now let's see who will sign up.

Bridget McGee Margaret Rome & Marney Kirk Mike Bishop

Three more comments arrived this afternoon from June, Michelle, and Steven.

-Comment by June Piper-Brandon

Margaret, it was great to see you this morning. Like you, blogging is something I do because I like to write, but the personal gratification I get is worth it.

-Comment by Michele Reid:

Margaret, Thanks for a great class at GBBR this morning! You and Marney Kirk gave us a lot of valuable tips. Now I realize that I have to stop contemplating and just do it!

-Margaret!!! I really enjoyed your class today. I was at the point where I was getting frustrated with this blogging and wanted to give up! I am so glad you and Marney were there to answer all my questions and get me motivated again. Stephen Cooper

Steven got his First Gold Star.

Comments are like little individual gifts!

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Doug Bullwinkel

E Mortgage Capital, Inc. NMLS 1416824 - Roseville, CA

Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS #281609

Margaret: Here's my gift to you. The relationships we make in this business can last forever. Your class is no exception. It looks like you have many wonderful people in your life and that's what it's all about. It's not who dies with the most toys....It's who made a difference while they were here that really counts. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.

Apr 22, 2011 03:18 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Kate, It is the party in the rain! Speaking of about a party. We are having one May 4th. Would love to see you.

Sally, I haven't done the local stats...maybe because I know there won't be comments.

Doug, That is quite a gift and one that is greatly appreciated.

Apr 22, 2011 03:28 PM

Will Nesbitt

Nesbitt Realty at Condo Alexandria - Alexandria, VA

Nesbitt Realty is a family-run brokerage.

I find the comments as little gifts too that I am excited to open or read rather the day after. It's amazing how you feel after reading comments left by others just for you.

Apr 22, 2011 04:11 PM

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Pikesville, MD

Karen Crowson

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Rancho Bernardo, CA

Your Agent for Change

They really are. Makes you feel like you're among friends, especially when working late at night.

Apr 22, 2011 04:21 PM

Liz Lockhart

Riverbend Realty, Cape Girardeau, MO - Cape Girardeau, MO

GRI, Cape Girardeau Real Estate

Margaret~ You make such a great point! It's in the comments where we all get to know each other. That, too, is a gift! Thank you for the reminder.

Apr 22, 2011 04:21 PM

Kathy Clulow

Uxbridge, ON

Trusted For Experience - Respected For Results

Margaret - I followed Will Nesbitt reblog over to this post because I felt what you said is absolutely right every comment is a little gift. A gift from the heart that someone took the time to write ..... a response to something you wrote that touched them or that they felt connected to.

Apr 22, 2011 04:27 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Will, you enjoy the gifts also.

Karen, So many friends...never alone.

Liz, My pleasure. You are welcome.

Kathy, Love your comment. It would make a nice post..how about it?

Apr 22, 2011 04:31 PM

Gita Bantwal

RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA

REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Margaret, I agree. Every comment is like a little gift and that is why I try to reciprocate all comments.

Apr 23, 2011 12:33 AM

Bridget "Mortgage Mama" McGee

SWBC Mortgage 410-960-2061 - Baltimore, MD

Maryland Mortgage Mama NMLS#196068

Margaret, You are so willing to give of yourself you make it look easy. The time you spend giving with no expectation of getting is inspirational. Thank you for the kind comments, I love ActiveRain and you! You and Marney helped to put a lot of things into perspective, I am forever in your debt!

Bridget "Maryland Mortgage Mama" McGee

Apr 23, 2011 01:07 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Gita, You are the best at making comments!

Bridget, I feel the same way about you. You added so much to the class and were so willing to help. You could have easily given this session.

Apr 23, 2011 01:43 AM

Ellie McIntire

Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate - Ellicott City, MD

Luxury service in Central Maryland

Sorry I missed it. Did you tell them about the get-togethers that you organize.

Apr 23, 2011 02:06 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Ellie, Think so..I talked a lot! You were missed.

Please put May 4th on your calendar. We are having an AR party.

Apr 23, 2011 02:10 AM

Bill & Cyndi Daves

Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, Hayesville, Murphy and Beyond! - Hiawassee, GA

TeamDAVES - Your REALTORS In the GA/NC Mountains!

How awesome of you to pass on your passion!

Apr 23, 2011 10:12 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Bill and Cyndi, It is indeed a passion!

Apr 23, 2011 10:25 AM

Tatyana Makarov

Century 21 All Points Realty - South Windsor, CT

Your Greater Hartford Area Realtor

Thanks, Margaret! I do like blogging too, for the same reason. As a matter of fact, I like it more than Facebook.

Have a Happy Easter, and have a wonderful day!

Tatyana.

Apr 24, 2011 06:14 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Tatyana, If you like it, then incorporate in your life. Thank you.

Apr 24, 2011 06:31 AM

Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA

Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers

Dear Margaret,

Went to the JOEANN FOSSLER page as you suggested.
What a beautiful smile and a great attitude!

Yes, comments are gifts and that's why we reply to them (or get BB to reply!) to express our appreciation.

Have a happy day -
Lynn

Apr 24, 2011 06:44 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Lynn, You would love Joeann. Go sign up for her newsletter. She is an awesome person, one of my all time favorites!

Margaret

Apr 24, 2011 11:04 PM

Landon Mueller

Martha - I came here through a reblog by Will Nesbitt because I agree with what you said about every remark coreball being like a present. A personal token of appreciation written by someone who cares about you because they were moved by something you said or wrote.

Jun 07, 2023 09:34 PM

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Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Landon Mueller,

What a pleasant surprise to get a comment on a 12-year-old blog post.

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