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And Then I Noticed. . .

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Industry Observer CalDRE #01165532

 

And Then I Noticed. . .  

 

It might go unnoticed but not today.  As I walked by the Little Free Library on my path home this morning, I saw a couple going through the offerings available to them at the corner where members of the community share and read as well as replenish on a regular basis. 

 

Of course, I have seen such examples in the past as well as people making their donations. Since our local branch library is temporarily closed, this particular sight made me think. You know, it need not be so difficult to adapt and find ways to solve an issue, address a problem or perhaps overcoming a catastrophe.

 

This in no ways is meant to downplay the magnitude of the current situation we face as a world but just my thought.  Today.  I am grateful for the sights that continue to make me think.    It takes a lot of things but the ability to adapt remains an important one.   

 

It's a remarkable pace of which things change and adapt,

and it's hard for us

to keep up with as a species

                                                                                      Charlie Brooker.

 

The image in this post is from canstockphoto.com

Posted by

Michael Jacobs

 

CalBRE # 01165532

P. O. Box 587

Pasadena, CA 91102

Call/Text:  818.516.4393

mtj916@gmail.com

 

 

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

Michael, This is now really a time when we all must be able to adapt...and we will. Things may be changing daily, but before we know it things will be back in motion...

Mar 17, 2020 04:13 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Sharon Lee - I am sure you are becoming more and more familiar with the various amenities on your continuing adventure.

James Dray - that is good to hear.  And reassuring.  

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 - the ability to "roll" with the punches is important in life.  

Mar 17, 2020 04:27 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Micheal. We are constantly adapting to change and are unaware until we see the benefits. Ponder that and you will notice! Enjoy your day!

Mar 17, 2020 05:21 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Bless you for noticing the little things that makes our species special...

Happy St. Patrick's day to you and yours Michael Jacobs 

Mar 17, 2020 06:16 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Wayne Martin - I think it's important to notice.

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS - I hope your day is enjoyed as well.  

Mar 17, 2020 06:35 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Now that our public libraries are closed, those Little Free Libraries may get a lot more use. It is a good time to add a book or two for others to enjoy.

Mar 17, 2020 06:54 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

There are always different ways to do things and I am sure that we will be fine with the alternatives during this time in our world, even though they won't be exactly how we had hoped they would be.

Mar 17, 2020 06:55 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Michael Jacobs - it takes courage to adapt to change. 

You have sparked a good idea and I hope your idea becomes positively infectious.

Mar 17, 2020 11:39 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Roy Kelley - it might be the right time to find those gently used items of all kinds that might find a new home for others who would appreciate something "new to them".  

Brian England - there are many opportunities.  

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP - change is not always easy but definitely necessary and a part of a life.  

Mar 17, 2020 01:28 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Michael I am all about adopting whether it is a new life style, new way to make a living or adopting a new pet:)) seriously I agree with you 100%, Endre

Mar 17, 2020 11:45 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Wednesday morning, Michael.

This social distancing is no fun. Dolores and I are staying at home this week and are watching the depletion of items we need. 

Mar 18, 2020 06:03 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Endre Barath, Jr. - is this your way of annnouncing an addition to your furry family???  

Roy Kelley - it does seem as if the "rules" of social distancing and other aspects of life are changing often(seemingly a minute-by-minute update) but hopefully the smiles and positive attitude remain in good supply at the Kelley household.  

Mar 18, 2020 06:23 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Adaption is not a strong suit of mine. I'm doing fine with this stay home process though...I'm a fan of staying home and having no visitors. LOL

The whole virus thing is terrifying but I have food, water and electricity so I'm good. Really my greatest concern is for my very high risk parents alone in Florida.

Each day brings more news and most of it not good. I'm looking forward to being on the other side of this.

 

Mar 18, 2020 07:36 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Sharon Tara - the feelings are understandable and I hope your parents have a Florida support system in place.  We have overcome other situations which seemed severe-at-the-time.  We can do it again.  

Mar 18, 2020 08:01 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Michael,  Change is coming and I think we are seeing more then what we have ever seen in my life time .

Mar 18, 2020 08:56 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Will Hamm - history provides pause and reflection.  

Mar 18, 2020 09:09 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I like this story. And seeing people make adjustments and adapt, especially when it benefits others too, it heartwarming.  We need to keep focusing on the good stuff. 

Mar 20, 2020 08:21 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD - a win-win type of solution is an ecellent place for focusing.  

Mar 23, 2020 05:09 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I think you are living life right; examining ( pondering ) everything that draws your attention Michael Jacobs 

Feb 13, 2021 05:38 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS - I believe the "jury" is out. 

Feb 13, 2021 06:51 PM