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It's Not Every Day You Get to Meet the President...

By Craig Rutman

Real Estate Agent with Helping people in transition 210155

September 23, 2011 04:15 AM

It's Not Every Day You Get to Meet the President...

Last week President Barack Obama visited "The Peak of Good Living"

Apex, North Carolina.

Now, I don't care what your political bent is, but when someone of this magnitude (from either political party) comes to visit my tiny little town, it's big news.

And, your humble Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area Realtor got to meet the President.

After the President carefully jotted down some notes on a few policy changes I suggested, it was time for the photo shoot...

President Obama and Craig Rutman, your humble Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area Realtor take time out for a photo op!

Oh well, It's Not Every Day You Get to Meet the President!

Should you wish to leave a comment on this blog post, please do not express political views or agendas.

That is not what this post is about today and this is not the place to vent your frustrations or elations with/ for any political party.

With the exception of spam, I never delete comments on my blog.

But, any comments that are politically charged will be deleted.

About The Author

Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com

Call me TODAY at 919-349-9530

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Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Ed - Well, I did have a better year than he had!

Gabrielle - That was you Gabrielle? Now I know who lifeted my wallet! Oh, and about that being too serious thing. 90% of my blogs are of a humorous nature. I missed the memo that said we can't have a little fun doing what we do for a living while still getting the job done... and done right.

Marge - Glad you enjoyed Marge! I did have some fun putting this one together!

Terrie - Knowing that I've made your day just made my day. You have a great weekend too Terrie.

Sep 23, 2011 02:06 PM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Frank & Karen - Clearly the President didn't know who he was dealing with! Cn I count on you to start a petition or something?!!!

Richard - Ha! Ha! Ha! Speaking of AWESOME, I haven't heard from our "Ridiculously Amazing" friend lately!

Debb- Debb, as long as you appreciate my silly posts, I'm going to keep writing them! Thank you for those kind words. It's comments like yours that give me the impetus to to blog away!

Shar - Oh Heather's there. She was just kneeling down to pick something up when the camera flashed. needless to say this wasn't one of our shining moments together!

Tom - Thank you for being glass is half full on this one Tom! You're such the optimist!

Sep 23, 2011 02:31 PM

Virginia Hepp - Mesquite NV REALTOR

Desert Gold Realty - Mesquite NV Homes For Sale - Mesquite, NV

Mesquite NV Homes and Neighborhoods - Search MLS

Very gracious of you to pose with the president. He probably realizes that you can make him famous.

Is there a clown sweater in his future?

Sep 23, 2011 02:48 PM

Cynthia Larsen

Cotati, CA

Independent Broker In Sonoma County, CA

So who is photoshopped in, you or the president. Nice of him to give you a hand!

Sep 23, 2011 03:48 PM

Christine Donovan

Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA

Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

Craig - What a lovely pictues of you with the President. Nice to be able to get so close to him ; )

Sep 23, 2011 04:02 PM

Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366

Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA

General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

You are the best Craig, love your photos. This one is priceless!

Sep 23, 2011 05:08 PM

Sharon Alters

Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty - 904-673-2308 - Fleming Island, FL

Realtor - Homes for Sale Fleming Island FL

So the President must have known that Craig Rutman's face is even more famous than his!

Sharon

Sep 23, 2011 05:49 PM

Digital Digital

Alachua, FL

full service

Hi Craig,

Nice to see you setting among the dignitaries.
Have a fabulous weekend!

Sep 24, 2011 12:31 AM

Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty

Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL

Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Should have known it was you behind the hand...now if we can figure who is behind the man...wait that is almost political.

Sep 24, 2011 12:34 AM

Andrea Swiedler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT

Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

Craig, did you get that call from a man claiming to be a Super Secret Secret Service Man? Apparently when he Googled you he came across my phone number. I did give you glowing recommendations, but he kept coming back to the question burning in his mind...

Is this man dangerous?

Debatable perhaps, dangerous to my laptop screen. I now keep a cleaning pad next to me at all times. I insisted only to those who have no sense of humor....

I asked him if he knew what Photoshop was... he kept asking where you bought this photo... said he couldn't find a Yellowpages listing for Photoshop.

I gave up.

Sep 24, 2011 12:35 AM

Karen O'Donnell

Keller Williams Realty Greater Cleveland Northeast - Mayfield Heights, OH

I love it! You are too funny!

Sep 24, 2011 12:39 AM

Fernando Herboso - Associate Broker MD, & VA

Maxus Realty Group of Samson Properties - Clarksburg, MD

301-246-0001 Serving Maryland, DC and Northern VA

I read about this and it seems that he is the president of some Indonesian country. . they have declared war on the US yesterday!

Can you add finger puppets too?

Sep 24, 2011 01:31 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Virginia - The President did request another photo opportunity. You can see it here Virginia. And, yes, in the comments I shared the picture of him wearing the "Craig Rutman Lucky Sweater"! You can also see the "secret meeting" that took place after the event by clicking on the "secret Meeting" link above!

Cynthia - Ha! Ha! Ha.. on the hand thing! But what is this Photoshop thing you guys keep referring to? I'm unfamiliar with that term!!!

Christine - It was truly an honor!

Tom - Thank you sir! I have a million of them... and you never know what you'll see next on this crazy train I call my blog!

Frank & Sharon - It's so evident isn't it?!!!

Sep 24, 2011 01:47 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Wandanna - It was truly an honor to be a part of that illustrious crowd! You have a great weekend too Wandanna!

Gary - Good thing you caught yourself there Gary. I was sooooo close to deleting you!!!

Andrea - Ha! Ha! Ha! Nice job keeping my back there Andrea! Oh and to answer the question, "Am I a Dangerous Man?" I'll let you decide for yourself.....

"Danger Man"

Karen - Just little ole' me being me Karen! Glad you enjoyed!

Fernando - Wait a minute here. We're at war? Good thing I'm prepared....

Sep 24, 2011 01:58 AM

Sandy Acevedo

951-290-8588 - Chino Hills, CA

RE/MAX Masters, Inland Empire Homes for Sale

This is too funny. I always wonder about you~ whether you are being serious or not. I have to check the comments to see.

Sep 24, 2011 06:40 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Sandy - While I take my business very seriously, I do like to have some fun with my blogs. I missed the memo that said we shouldn't try to have some fun in this business while still getting the job done... and done right!

Sep 24, 2011 07:21 AM

Andrea Swiedler

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT

Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

Craig, you can breathe easy, I told him the Photoshop store was down of 34th and Vine...

Sep 24, 2011 10:05 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Andrea - Whew! I just exhaled a big sigh of relief! And now I can sleep at night again!

Sep 24, 2011 11:10 AM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Perfect!

Sep 24, 2011 11:22 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Sharon - Not bad huh? Even I was laughing when I wrote this one!

Sep 24, 2011 11:28 AM

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