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Vanity Over Common Sense

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Ward County Notary Services 607851

Yesterday when I went to purchase gasoline for my Yukon (gas hog) a beautiful woman pulled up to the pump next to me and she had the darkest/best tan I had ever seen. I held back on my "Woe Baby" (that is reserved for Nina Hollander, Broker only) response. In truth I really thought about my last two years of seeing a dermatologist out of fear of every new dot being skin cancer.

I was so glad I did not say anything at all to her because as I got in line behind her to pay someone else commented on how pretty she was/is and her reply was "Stranger, Danger" and she gave him a look that I was glad was not directed at me.

Either age does bring wisdom or I was really lucky this time.

 

80-year-old vet achieves dream of obtaining college degree. An 80-year-old veteran in White Lake walked the graduation stage 40 years after being 1 credit shy from completing his degree. He previously had to leave college to take a full-time job and support his family.

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Michael Elliott
Fathom Realty - Burlington Township, NJ
Burlington, New Jersey Residential Sales

Hhahahah.   That is funny.   How embarrassing to get "stranger danger".  Glad you kept your thoughts inside!

Aug 13, 2024 02:57 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I really appreciated her reaction Michael Elliott and especially that it was not directed at me.

Aug 13, 2024 06:21 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Bob. Sometimes you should keep your thoughts to yourself. It works out best. As for the 80 year old getting his degree, kudos to him. Enjoy your day.

Aug 13, 2024 04:43 AM
Wayne Martin

Bob "RealMan" Timm - there are still too many times when I speak my mind when I should just zip my lip! I am a work in progress and I need a lot more work!

Aug 13, 2024 06:29 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Over the last two decades I've done so much better at keeping my mouth shut Wayne Martin BUT truth be told I still need to work on it.

 

The 80 year old is an inspiration to all of us over 50. It makes me want to go get a college degree.

Aug 13, 2024 06:24 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Congratulations to the 80 year-old vet who completed his college degree! As for controlling your compliments to other women, I appreciate it very much! :)

Aug 13, 2024 04:49 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

What other women Nina Hollander, Broker ? To me there is ONLY You.

😍

Aug 13, 2024 06:19 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Bob "RealMan" Timm 🥰

Aug 13, 2024 06:49 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

Sometimes it is better to bite the thought and just enjoy the view. Great for that older gentlemen that decided he wanted a bigger legacy.

Aug 13, 2024 05:01 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

Well said Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 . That gentleman is a wonderful role model for us all over 50.

Aug 13, 2024 06:25 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Bob, and I hold back my comments at my age to women.  I know my cousin gets skin cancer and wears a hat all the time.

Aug 13, 2024 08:38 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I have also taken to wearing a hat every time I am heading out of doors Will Hamm . My dermatologist has made it clear all the sun I took in during my youth has done it's damage. 

Aug 13, 2024 11:02 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

 

Congratulations to the 80-year-old who finished the job -  40 years later to complete 1 credit to get his degree. 

Aug 13, 2024 12:48 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Isn't that neat Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist . It is a great reminder that we can always learn.

Aug 13, 2024 01:02 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

 

As for the person with the good tan who you thought to be beautiful - clearly, she demonstrated that her beauty is skin deep ... what resides on the inside, feels itchy to me.  

Where is the grace?  Why not just say, thank you with a smile and move on?

Aug 13, 2024 12:50 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

That is a great way to look at it Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist . My mother always taught me to accept compliments gracefully and you are right, this girl was not graceful about it at all.

Aug 13, 2024 01:01 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Had a huge laugh at your post, you should have asked her may you take a picture of her?:))) just kidding, loved all the comments but Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist  about skin deep wins in my book:)Endre

Aug 13, 2024 10:41 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

Endre Barath, Jr. she was really pretty and I'm sure people take her picture with their phones without her knowledge but I wasn't going to be one of them. I also appreciate Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist comment.

Aug 14, 2024 05:42 AM