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Anna,

we feel the same way about 2020. There is so much that came out of this year that is so perfect. 

Nov 13, 2020 01:25 PM #1
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
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Hi Anna:

This has certainly been a year of many things to be grateful for...I'm glad to hear Gary is enjoying his retirement. Your joyful attitude and happiness shine through everything you write, including this post...I am so grateful to have gotten to know you!

Enjoy a happy weekend!

Jeff

Nov 13, 2020 02:34 PM #2
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Sharon Lee
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Retirement can be a lot of fun. Glad Gary is enjoying his.  This is a wonderful post and your happiness shines through clear as a bell. 

Nov 13, 2020 03:32 PM #3
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
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Oh Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker - I enjoyed reading every word of this post.  The silver-lining in all the changes ... you are enjoying life and embracing every moment. 

Nov 13, 2020 05:19 PM #4
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Myrl Jeffcoat
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While for the most part, I am ready for 2021 to arrive, and find us hopefully securing normalcy, I will say there are things I have learned with more isolation caused by the pandemic.  I've learned to enjoy a quieter mind!  My house often feels like a refuge!

Nov 13, 2020 08:04 PM #5
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Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD
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Hi there Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker Your post makes me smile. I can see you and Gary laughing your way through the days of 2020 together. What a a wonderful attitude.  Barney is also a joyful little guy who must bring you both lots of entertainment and love.  Big hugs to all of you. 

Nov 14, 2020 07:45 AM #6
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Hi Ron and Alexandra Seigel absolutely! It's all perception and being open to new adventures and trips along the 'scenic route' - long way around!!

Nov 14, 2020 10:18 AM #7
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Hi Jeff Dowler, CRS yes Gary is having a blast.  Right now he's back in his workshop painting a door. He grew up in a contractor family so it's so in his blood to be constantly creating. And of course watching the Masters this weekend will be fun. It's been a pleasure over the years to know you and getting together at various times.  AR is such a gift to all of us!  Thank you!

Nov 14, 2020 10:21 AM #8
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Thank you Sharon Lee we both feel very blessed and happy!

Nov 14, 2020 10:22 AM #9
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Hi Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist it's been quite the interesting year that has taken me on all kinds of adventures and ending up at places that weren't on my 'list' for 2020.  Loved your post from this morning....beautiful tribute to your Mom.

Nov 14, 2020 10:24 AM #10
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Hi Myrl Jeffcoat you know I've heard quite a few people mention their home has become more a refuge that they appreciate far more now than ever - as in their whole life.  Interesting isn't it.  I feel the same way.  Not that I didn't appreciate our home before.....it's just taken on a whole new meaning.  And a quieter mind.....love it!  Same here!

Nov 14, 2020 10:27 AM #11
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Hi Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD for the most part we really have embraced this new whatever you want to call it.  Lots of side paths to follow and explore together - having fun along the way. Barney has been a bundle of happiness since we first got him a day before Christmas 7 years ago.  He's kind of getting to be an old man now - almost 14!

Nov 14, 2020 10:29 AM #12
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George Souto
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Anna even in challenging years like this year has been, we can still find much to be thankful for.

Nov 14, 2020 12:03 PM #13
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Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker
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Hi George Souto always something to be grateful for each and every day!

Nov 14, 2020 12:50 PM #14
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Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
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Without 2020 how would we know how tough we really are? 

Happy Thursday 2021 Anna Banana Kruchten CRS CRB, Phoenix Broker 

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