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Nature As Neighbors - Frank Got it Right!

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Industry Observer with Nature As Neighbors

"Study Nature, Love Nature, Stay Close To Nature. It Will Never Fail You."

Frank Lloyd Wright

Paul's September Challenge to throw him some inspiration piqued my interest. After all, it's tough to narrow down dharma, or ones true purpose, in one quote. Or, at least I thought it might be difficult. Surprisingly, it came pretty easy once I looked at the list of my favorites quotes.  

While a young girl growing up in Alaska, I'm the one who called a tree my best friend.  Walks on rocky beaches, hikes in the mountains, or laying under the stars, is where I sought answers to life's biggest challenges, or decisions. Spending time on dad's fishing boat amid dolphins, whales, and eagles delighted and entertained me.

The theme has been a constant. My connection and love for nature has defined not only my work, but how I choose to live life. As an adult, a passion for protecting the environment seems intrinsic with my being. I feel compelled to share my convictions with regard to ensuring the health of the planet and its many creatures. 

A great number of my blogs and videos tell stories about the endless beauty, inspiration, and magic that awaits us when we take the time to savor a moment outdoors. A wilderness break can happen at a park in the midst of a busy city, or on a quiet mountaintop - spending thoughtful time amid nature is restorative. 

A commitment to this belief is reflective in our real estate niche at ViewHomes of Clark County.™ We now specialize in homes on acreage with views of Nature As Neighbors. The properties we sell have the luxury of "elbow room for the soul."™

Last year, we moved from a more urban lifestyle to a country retreat as our own souls were craving more time in Nature.  It's a decision we celebrate each day. It is a gift to walk in harmony, perfectly aligned with your passion and purpose. 

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Debb Janes  Bernie Stea
Brokers/REALTORS®
Call or Text 360-608-4900

We help buyers and sellers in Camas, Washougal, Brush Prairie/Hockinson, Salmon Creek, Felida, and other Vancouver, Washington Areas. 


We bring our passion for nature and beautiful environments to Real Estate. Multigenerational and family estates, country land and homes, and small farmsteads are our speciality.


We agree with our clients, "The true luxury of rural living is having elbowroom for the soul.

 

Comments(13)

Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Beautiful and well written blog post Debb. Lovely photo too. I am also a fan of Frank Lloyd Wright. 

Sep 30, 2016 08:39 AM
Debb Janes

Yep, the organic architect. I wish we had more builders and developers with his integrity and insight. D

Sep 30, 2016 08:43 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Debb, what a great reflection of your life and belief systems, indeed Frank had it  Wright, pun intended.... we are so lucky here in Los Angeles there are many of his creations in the Hollywood Hills.... and have seen most of them, Endre

Sep 30, 2016 08:50 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Debb,

Frank Lloyd Wright is a favorite of ours.  Taliesen West which is located outside of Phoenix is where he had a school for architects.  We visited there and toured many years ago.  What was amazing is that were lots of architectural plans for structures that were not built.  I love that quote.  LA has quite a few of his homes.  A good friend of ours had one in the Hollywood Hills, and there was another one in our neighborhood.  We also visited one that was being restored in LA.  This was a great contest by Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, Broker, Tacoma Washington   I love reading the blogs.  A

Sep 30, 2016 08:52 AM
Debb Janes

I'm going to have to see some of the homes one day. :) 

Sep 30, 2016 09:06 AM
MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900
Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA
Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

Yes, nature is both healing and inspiring-great contest.

Sep 30, 2016 09:01 AM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD  , and it suits you two so well...you are a creative genius in your own right in Camas and surrounding areas in real estate and guiding many on their successful purchases...so happy for you.

Sep 30, 2016 09:15 AM
Florida Tolbert Team Keller Williams Advantage
Keller Williams Advantage III Realty in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL
Keller Williams Land Luxury Division Specialist

This place looks amazing and peaceful and what a great place to go home to and get away from the world.  

Sep 30, 2016 12:12 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Debb. Frank was right and I love his philosophy and homes too.

Oct 01, 2016 12:01 AM
Sondra Meyer:
EXP Realty, LLC - Corpus Christi, TX
See It. Experience It. Live It.

Debb, 

Even though I really like Frank's homes and have read a fair amount about him and his work, I missed that great quote.  

I can understand how it works so well with your niche and more importantly your outlook.  Thanks for sharing it.  

Oct 01, 2016 04:58 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

What a visionary, Frank Lloyd Wright was and his work can still be appreciated today as well Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD 

Oct 01, 2016 08:57 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

And the fact that the trees will have grown in to almost hide the home since it was built just adds to the design

Oct 01, 2016 08:59 AM
Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR
"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Debb, just found this beautimous post. Frank Lloyd Wright is my favorite architect and for good reasons that you so eloquently spoke of. You reminded me of a poem I wrote to God about how he communicated with the trees, why couldn't he hear me?? (One of my early pre-teen moments, most assuredly).  Over and over again, you and I lead parallel lives and we both know how very lucky we are. You are a couple of steps ahead having your terrific husband in partnership with you, but Larry's day will come! 

Oct 04, 2016 05:28 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Debb -- a beautifully written post.  FLW is one of my favorite architects and nature was certainly an important part of his work.   I can see how you would be drawn to this quote, his thoughts along with the lifestyle you enjoy and promote so well.  

Oct 06, 2016 12:04 AM
Joanna Cohlan
Fresh Eyes For Your Home - Chappaqua, NY
Designing, Decorating & Staging Westchester Homes

The post is beautiful and in fact, FLW is one of my favorites as well.  The settings of his work incorporate the natural landscape and of course the use of wood, water and stone is breathtaking.  The effect is an organic structure often indistinguishable from its environment-very low impact!

Oct 06, 2016 03:22 AM
Debb Janes

Leaving for Denver in the am, will try to catch up. Miss you Joanna. D

Oct 06, 2016 10:15 AM