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What I Learned This Week at ActiveRain-October 27 to November 2, 2013!

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What I Learned This Week At ActiveRain- October 27 to November 2, 2013.

 

I learn something new every day at ActiveRain!  With this series I try to highlight one post per day that gave me that “lightbulb” moment.  It could be something techie, about Real Estate, about a place or person!

Amy JonesOctober 27:  Amy Jones    Blooper Videos-Clients Love to See the Reel You!

Raise your hand if the reason you don’t do videos is because you’re camera shy!  You’ve got to see Amy’s video!

 

 

 

 

Micheal J PerryMichael J Perry     A Sad State of Affairs with AR Groups

I haven’t given all that much thought to all of the groups here but please read Michael’s post.  What are your thoughts?

 

 

 

Jennifer Allan-HagedornOctober 28:  Jennifer Allan-Hagedorn   Romancing the “Hood”- the favorit-est tips!

You don’t have to go far here at ActiveRain to learn that local posts are important.  But how to go about it?  Read on…. excellent and practical tips.

 


Jane and Jeff DaleyJane & Jeff Daley   Hydrogen Home in Scottsdale Arizona

Want to read about a truly unique home and one that is also good for the planet?  You need to read this one!

 

 

 

William JohnsonOctober 29:  William Johnson  A Thought for Today  

You can always count on William to provide us with beautiful photos, often ones that tell a story.  But this time, I think it’s his dad with whom he must share center stage.  Pass this thought along to your children.

 

 

Dick GreenbergOctober 30:  Dick Greenberg   Taberu Rayu

One topic on ActiveRain that never wears out its welcome is the topic of food or anything related.  Taberu Rayu sounds like a new form of yogabut I’ve already ordered this from Amazon.  Can’t wait for it.

 

 

Barbara Jo Roberts BerberiOctober 31:  Barbara Jo Roberts Berberi    Do You Have a Dream Guide?

Barbara has posted some beautiful trees but be sure to read about her dream guide.  I know that I’m off to read more.

 

 

 

Alan MayAlan May   Technically

Calling all Trekkies… and even if you’re not, who doesn’t know Mr. Spock.  You’ve got to see this video.

 

 

 

 

Bob CraneNovember 1: Bob Crane  A Few Important Words on Curb Appeal

Bob shared an Infographic on Curb Appeal that was outstanding.  As much as I  am concerned about the demise of literacy, Infographics can definitely get the message across.  This is one of the least “cluttered” ones I’ve seen.

 

 

Jerry Lucas

 Jerry Lucas     How to Notarize a Will

Please welcome new ActiveRain member Jerry Lucas.  This is isfirst postand he already taught me something.  I had to Google what a Holographic Will was.  Ok… so now I know!!!

 

Ron MarshallNovember 2:  Ron Marshall   The Sun Just Set Here in Minnesota.. and The Geese are Going Home.

You know I love the birds here and enjoy it when some of our northern birds head south to spend the winter months here.  (I’m talking about real birds… not “Snow birds”)  But, Ron put a different light on it that I’d never really thought about.  Read on….. And, one more thing....check out his birdhouses.

rebecca GaujotRebecca Gaujot    Once a Year We Have to Do This Laborious Job

 

We don’t have to do much leaf raking here in Delray Beachbut I’ve done it when we lived in Houstonand it’s not my favorite chore.  I had no idea that (1) you could mow your leaves, and (2) there are 12 rules for raking leaves.

 

 

Please don’t forget to check out Pat Kennedy’s Weekly Favorites Post, Debbie Reynolds Saturday Subscriber Finds.

 

Thank you for letting me do what I love to do each day... learn something new!

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Comments(39)

Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Kathy,

Thank you as always for your selected posts for the week..actually I messed a good many of them and am off to reading and commenting!

Nov 03, 2013 12:42 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Kathy - thanks for mentioning Michael Perry's post -- it's great to have some extra sets of eyes pointing out what may be overlooked.   

Nov 03, 2013 01:33 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Kathy - Thanks for the list of favorites blogs of this week. I missed to read several blogs on the list, now I have some reading to do.

Nov 03, 2013 01:07 AM
Jerry Lucas
ABC Legal Docs LLC - Colorado Springs, CO
Notary Training, Consulting. Colorado Springs, CO

Kathy, thanks for including my first blog post on your weekly list.  I am also learning from you and your posts.  As a newbie, I'm only about 1.2 million points behind you!

Nov 03, 2013 01:16 AM
Helen and Larry Prier- Re-Max Gateway - Residential Real Estate
RE-MAX Gateway- Residential Real Estate Sales - Anacortes, WA
Anacortes & surrounding Skagit & Island Counties

Kathy, Good group as usual. I will have to come back to some of them.

Nov 03, 2013 01:44 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Kathy:  Your post reminded me that I've had less time to read here on AR as of late.  I already corrected some of that and visited your suggestions above.  I'd missed way too many!  Thanks!

Gene

Nov 03, 2013 01:58 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Kathy-Another great line up for the week

My favorite was Williams between his picture and message they were awesome

Amy's was the funniest. Loved the bloopers

Bob's and Jennifer's I thought had the best info

Jane and Jeff was the most interesting,

Raking leaves is not my idea of a fun job. Generally I don't rake the leaves here at Mom but for some reason there seems to be more this year or else it is because I put up a fence all around the perimeter and they don't blow away as much. I prefer to mow them over and will do that soon.

I agree with Michael on the groups plus there is too many and some of the people that started them don't even blog anymore so I would think they should be deleted. But who would get that job.

Barbara's was quite interesting

Jennifer had great advice which was very knowledgeable

I learned something from the others although I won't be ordering that stuff.

 

Thank you for your time and talent and wishing you a wonderful week

 

Nov 03, 2013 02:18 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Richard and Beth- Hope you enjoy them.  I love Amy's video. 

Kristin- that's because you were probably working. 

Dick- I will.  I may try a little in my broccoli rabe

Tom- you'll need it!!!  Have fun reading. 

Amy- I loved your video.  I think you've inspired all of us to just bite the bullet and do a video.

Rebecca- I had no idea there was such an art to raking leaves. 

Dan- then be sure to read Pat Kennedy's weekly post. 

Ron & Alexandra- Hoping you have a beautiful week !  Enjoy your orchids. 

Dorie- Hope you're getting to spend time with Handsome Hudson.

Michael- it was interesting to read his point of view.  It really is hard moderating the groups.

John - there are many good ones.  Check out the video on Alan's post.

Jerry- LOL.... trust me, I'm way behind many of the members here. 

Helen and Larry- If you have falling leaves, be sure to read Rebecca's. 

Gene- I think everyone is having a hard time getting around and finding the time. 

Sharon- as always I look forward to your recap and review.  I love to read your take on it. 

Nov 03, 2013 03:28 AM
Jay & Michelle Lieberman
Keller Williams World Class - Agoura Hills, CA
Creating Calm in the Buying and Selling Chaos

Gotta tell you, the hydrogen home is my favorite of the list this week.  Never knew about it and I spent some time on Google looking into it.  Thanks for sharing as usual.

Nov 03, 2013 04:03 AM
Jennifer Allan-Hagedorn
Sell with Soul - Pensacola Beach, FL
Author of Sell with Soul

Hey, thanks for the call-out! I haven't been as active on AR as I have been in the past, so I missed ALL of these posts! Will go back and read them now - and will check in on your weekly recap in the future. Again, thank you for including me!

Nov 03, 2013 04:24 AM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired
Hi Kathy, Thank you so very much for including me in your wonderful selections. I always consider it an honor to be recognized by my peers and hope that others will benefit from the post. You are wonderful Kathy and I so appreciate you!
Nov 03, 2013 04:32 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Hi there Kathy. Another great list of posts to check out. I have read several, but missed a few. I'll be catching up. Thanks much for taking the time to compile these lists.

Nov 03, 2013 05:01 AM
Connie Harvey
Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN
Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

Kathy, you've picked some great ones. I've already read half of them!

Nov 03, 2013 05:52 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

This is such a great idea you have. I only read one from your list so I have lots of catching up to do!

Nov 03, 2013 07:22 AM
Bryan Robertson
Los Altos, CA

It's sad but I missed all of these this week, even those I subscribe to. Not sure why.  Off to comment...

Nov 03, 2013 08:33 AM
Sussie Sutton
David Tracy Real Estate - Houston, TX
David Tracy Real Estate for Buyers & Sellers

Great post there are a few that I want to read after this comment. Spot lighting and then blogging about it can be a lot of work!

Nov 03, 2013 10:46 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Kathy

Thanks for sharing an outstanding selection of blogs for your What I Learned Last Weeks post.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Nov 03, 2013 11:14 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Jay & Michelle- I was fascinated by the hydrogen home too. 

Jennifer- hope to see you around ActiveRain!  I loved your "romancing the hood" tips.

William- we thank YOU for being such a great asset here. 

Debb- I think you might like the hydrogen home. 

Connie- Glad you're here and hope you enjoy them.  I loved the video by Amy. 

Larry & Sheila- there will be a test (just kidding)

Bryan-Don't feel bad.... every week I see at least half a dozen posts I missed when I read Pat Kennedy's post. 

Sussie- it's time intensivebut I enjoy doing it. 

Lou- you are very welcome!!!

Nov 03, 2013 11:37 AM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Thanks Kathy, I missed a few of these, and thanks again for including one of mine in this esteemed list.

Nov 03, 2013 03:10 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Bob- you are very welcome and loved the Infographic. 

Nov 04, 2013 09:15 AM