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Thankful for ActiveRain

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Thankful For ActiveRain


Thankful for ActiveRainAs I reflect on the year gone by and consider my blessings I realize how Thankful I am for ActiveRain.  When first signing on some 16 months ago I thought ok I’ll give this AR blogging thing a try but truthfully I had my doubts and my ambition was lacking.  After lurking about for a while I finally took the plunge, wrote my first blog article and I haven’t looked back since.

Thanks to AR for providing sound advice by top notch staff, teachers, mentors and fellow bloggers. I have risen in the eyes of the Google lords which makes my real estate business more visible and my clients happy with marketing strategies compliments of ActiveRain.  I’ve made so many good friends here, some I have met many others I have not, but I know the connection is real and the opportunities endless.  I have enjoyed both giving and receiving referrals and the network possibilities are excellent.  I have listed and sold homes as a direct result of ActiveRain and this blogging platform.  

And hey it’s not all just real estate, the conversation and blogs are as diverse as the people that write them and engage through them. If you have not already, go ahead and take the plunge, give it a whirl, give it a try you may end up like me and be quite surprised.Thank you ActiveRain

So much has been learned, so much has been gained 
As I reflect on the year I’m so Thankful for Active Rain.

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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

John, I am thankful for ActiveRain as well. This is such an awesome community. And you are a poet as well :-D

Nov 20, 2012 01:04 AM
Wayne Bennett
One Home Team Realty/Charlotte,NC 704-293-3931 - Charlotte, NC
Real Estate...As It Should Be

John...you were one of the first to welcome me on board a few months ago...well written, of the many things I'm thankful for this year I echo the same feelings towards AR and the entire experience thus far...enjoy your holidays

Nov 20, 2012 01:24 AM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

John, it's hard to explain to people who aren't active in this type of forum. I was recently sharing an experience I read here on the 'Rain and I referred to the agent who had written the post as a friend. The person I was recounting the story to said, "How did you meet this person?" I explianed and then she said, "So you've not actually met this person? You only know them through blogging?" Yep, but I've read so many of her posts, I know this person. Even though, we've never met. I am also thankful for the 'Rain and I hope we get a chance to meet one day.

Nov 20, 2012 01:41 AM
Kevin Mackessy
Blue Olive Properties, LLC - Highlands Ranch, CO
Dedicated. Qualified. Local.

Thanks for contributing so much to ActiveRain.  Wouldn't be the same without highly active members such as yourself.  

Nov 20, 2012 01:50 AM
Paul McFadden
Responsive Pest Control - Seattle, WA
Pest Control, Seattle, WA.

John: I have to commend you for sticking to it. I would bet that many people come here to see what it's all about only to leave after a few months because they didn't perceive any value. Yet the value is there if you stick with it long term. I can track business by being here yet I've now been a member for almost 5 1/2 years. Thanks for sharing!

Nov 20, 2012 02:16 AM
Bryan Robertson
Los Altos, CA

John, you're one of my most favorite people and I'm glad AR have been such a successful place for you.

Nov 20, 2012 02:20 AM
Wendy Crismore
Realty One of New Mexico - Albuquerque, NM

John, I signed up for AR in August 2011.  I still have not written my first blog post...I'm an avid LURKER!  *gasp*  However, I have to say, after reading your post, I realize we've been on AR since around the same time. Considering this and your obvious success with it, your post has given me renewed motivation to start blogging on AR.  Thanks! :)  And Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 20, 2012 03:16 AM
Dale Corpus
Dale Corpus Real Estate powered by eXp Realty - San Ramon, CA
Realtor - San Ramon, Danville, Dublin & Pleasanton

John, I have recently decided to take the plunge into activerain myself and I am thankful for that.  AR is one of the things I'm thankful for this Thanksgiving.  People are so encouraging, helpful, genuinely want everyone in the network to succeed.   

Nov 20, 2012 03:21 AM
Joshua Zargari
MJ Decorators Workshop LI staging and home decorating - Lynbrook, NY
MJ Decorators Workshop

Good afternoon John.

You hit the home run with this post.

Congratulation.

 

Nov 20, 2012 03:24 AM
Carla Muss-Jacobs, RETIRED
RETIRED / State License is Inactive - Portland, OR

WOW -- only 16 months on AR?  I thought you were an old timer from way back.  I need to check the side bars of folks to see how "old" they are.  What a thoughtful post and I couldn't agree with you more.  It's a place I'm so thankful for as well!!  Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

Nov 20, 2012 03:46 AM
Laura Allen, Lake Tahoe - Truckee Real Estate for Sale TahoeLauraRealEstate.com
Coldwell Banker Realty, Tahoe City, CA (530) 414-1260 - Tahoe City, CA
Tahoe Real Estate Agent Helping Buyers and Sellers

John - I too am very thankful for Active Rain.  The "how to tools" here are amazing.  If you want to learn how to blog, this is the place to be.  The friendships, the peer support, the kindness that others have given me over the past year is priceless.  I'm thankful for your encouragement, friendship, and support.  Have a Happy Holiday!

Nov 20, 2012 04:07 AM
Shane Barker
Amerifirst Financial, INC. - Salt Lake City, UT

I am also grateful for AR and thankful for your great posts that are very informative and helpful.

Nov 20, 2012 04:44 AM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Excellent post, John.  I am glad that we have connected through AR and maybe someday our travels will connect in person.

Congratulations on Featured Post.

Nov 20, 2012 04:47 AM
Gary Woltal
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

Lots of good people here John including yourself. I have always been amazed at the level of proressionalism.

Nov 20, 2012 05:43 AM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

John, I got here a little late to suggest...by the time I was half way through your post I knew it was featured...congrats and thanks to ActiveRain!

Nov 20, 2012 07:35 AM
Joni Bailey
101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX
Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®

I love ActiveRain. I am thankful for the way that people share what they know and the way you all have become my virtual family! XOXO to you and Debbie! ♥

Nov 20, 2012 11:30 AM
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

Good morning John - just as you've benefited from AR, we've all benefited from your being here! Great post!

Nov 20, 2012 04:29 PM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

ActiveRain is a great forum for all of us, John. And, a great friend catcher.

Nov 20, 2012 09:21 PM
Michele Cadogan 917-861-9166
Fillmore Real Estate 2990 Av U, Bklyn , NY 11229 - Brooklyn, NY
Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker -

Just stopping by to wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving-  all the best.

Nov 21, 2012 05:26 AM
Gloria Todor
Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA
& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Hi John, Really nice to have you and Debbie here in the Rain. Glad you took the plunge!

All the best

Wishing you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving.

Gloria

Nov 21, 2012 09:34 AM