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I Am Thankful For Smiles

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Ward County Notary Services 607851

Next in line to kisses is smiles. We may not want to kiss everybody we see but we would love to see a smile on everyone we see. I admit that I do not roll out of bed with this smile... but I am working on it 😊.

Fortunately for me Carol and Timmothy always seem to wake with a smile and loving greeting, which of course makes me smile.

Once I have woke up and hit the street I make an effort to smile for everyone I come in contact with and wish them a good morning/day. Often it is magical to see them light up and return the greeting... it's very rewarding. I especially like to smile and greet those who are in public/customer service as they seem to get more than their share of abuse during the day.

My favorite smiles, of course, come from my family. The banner at the top of my post has a baby Tina (my now 24 year old daughter) on each end, then Timmothy, Jesus, & Carol. More recent pictures (except Jesus) below.

In order, Timmothy (my Son) Tina & Jonathan (my Daughter and NEW Son-in-law), and of course myself and my bride Carol.

Selling Real Estate is serious business. We deal with other peoples futures and their fortunes BUT keep in mind we can conduct serious business with a pleasant smile on our faces.

In this month of giving thanks members of Active Rain have been encouraged to share what we are thankful for by Debe Maxwell, CRS . This is my second submission. Please check out my first as well as others submissions at Thankful Thoughts: ActiveRain's November 2024 Gratitude Challenge

Sometimes we can see a smile even if it is not in front of us. I recently received two such smiles from the Ward County Jail. Here is one:

For anyone unaware, I have a jail ministry providing a snack of Ramon to prisoners who can not afford to purchase a snack while others are eating around them.

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Bill Salvatore - East Valley
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

So glad you are that way in the morning. I too have the smile with a wake up. My first cup of coffee seals the deal. Thanks for sharing, make it a great Thursday and enjoy your upcoming weekend!

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

 

Nov 14, 2024 11:12 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

You are welcome Bill Salvatore - East Valley and thank you for commenting. I am truly looking forward to this coming weekend.

Nov 14, 2024 11:18 AM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Your post made ME smile Bob. Yes who does not like a smile? How about this one? Jeff

Smile

Smile by Robert McGuire, Pixabay

Nov 14, 2024 12:07 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

It certainly makes me smile Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI .

Nov 14, 2024 01:05 PM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Bob "RealMan" Timm smiling in the morning can start the day positive and healthy. You have a very good nice family start the day with smile.

Nov 14, 2024 01:11 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thanks John Pusa I truly have been blessed.

Nov 14, 2024 06:29 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Love all the smiles Bob!  What a fun and uplifting post!  Smiles make the world a better place!

Nov 14, 2024 04:15 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thank you Anna "Banana" Kruchten , I love that picture.

Nov 14, 2024 06:27 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hi Bob "RealMan" Timm I knew you'd love this photo!!  How can y ou not smile looking at this sweet little baby girl!!

Nov 16, 2024 01:24 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Smiles definitely make the world smile back! I do wake up each morning happy to be here and know I have much to be grateful for! Look at my granddaughter Beckett's smile❤️

Nov 14, 2024 04:46 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Dorie Dillard Austin TX I always enjoy your posts with Beautiful Beckett and Handsome Hudson. 😊

Nov 14, 2024 06:24 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Bob "RealMan" Timm  I am all about smiles, as long as they are genuine, there are some people I know who have the phony baloney smiles:)Endre

Nov 14, 2024 10:34 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I agree Endre Barath, Jr. but at least those phony baloney smiles let us know who to avoid.

Nov 15, 2024 07:09 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thank you, Bob "RealMan" Timm, for sharing such a heartfelt reflection on the power of smiles and gratitude. Your positive approach to brightening others' days is truly inspiring and reminds me of the joy that simple gestures can bring to our lives.

Nov 15, 2024 12:19 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

You are welcome Lew Corcoran . I really enjoy seeing peoples faces light up when I smile at them.

Nov 15, 2024 07:12 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Bob - may smiles greet each day for you.  The mirror continues to remind me that smiling can be contagious in the best sort of ways.  Admittedly I am not a great smiler but I practice it along with maintaining a positive attitude/outlook.  

Nov 15, 2024 02:38 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Michael Jacobs you have a GREAT smile! When I see your profile picture I immediately think Friend!

Nov 15, 2024 07:21 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I'm a smile lover also! Love it!

Nov 15, 2024 03:38 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thank you Kat Palmiotti . I look forward to seeing your smile every day.

Nov 15, 2024 07:22 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Bob... I'm all about smiling and do it often. You can't but get a smile back if you smile at others... and then, as I always say, keep smiling... people will wonder what you're up to! :)))))

BTW, don't know if you're aware, but smiling at strangers is not quite the thing to do in other countries. In Finland at one time they offered training to Finns on how to smile more often. And I remember my grandmother who grew up in Belarus and then lived in Lithuania asking why Americans were always "baring their teeth."

Nov 15, 2024 04:36 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I understand that line of thinking although it is not my way. There are so many weird people out there Nina Hollander, Broker . I understand that some women prefer not to smile at strangers as the are worried as to what may be on their mind when a pretty girl smiles at them. Obviously I think you have one of, if not thee, most beautiful smiles ever my Love.

Nov 15, 2024 07:25 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Such wonderful smiles on the faces of all of your family members!  A smile is such an easy thing to share with those around us!

Nov 15, 2024 04:48 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thank you Brian England . I appreciate your smile every day as I do with all my AR friends.

Nov 15, 2024 07:27 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Bob,
You have a lot to smile about with your lovely family. As for strangers, I try to make eye contact and say hello.

Nov 15, 2024 05:06 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I do indeed Carol Williams . My "stranger" smile policy is the same as yours. Regretfully the ear bud craze is making it a lot harder.

Nov 15, 2024 07:29 AM
Aura Alex
Seattle, WA
Retired Real Estate Pro

Hi, Bob.

I'm grinning like a Cheshire cat reading your post just now. Can you spot my pearly whites from afar? Cheese!! 😄😁😉

Nov 16, 2024 03:19 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh, your post and pictures surely did make me smile too, Bob! I'm thankful to have a 'contagious' smile and I use it quite often each day!

Dec 01, 2024 09:48 PM