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Grateful Memories Put To Music

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

 

The best gifts aren’t expensive!  They are the ones with a story or personal meaning.  This is about that gift that fits perfectly into this month's challenge. It is a thoughtful present that leaves a lasting impression. This is such a unique and personal gift that will be remembered.  Tell us the story behind it!

Once upon a time, back in 2008, I wrote my favorite blog post ever. I've written over 5,000 posts, but this one still stands out as my number one.

Over the years, Carol Williams and I have talked about our hobbies, travels, our marriages and all that we are thankful for. A few years ago, Carol spent an afternoon in Baltimore, and I can tell you that a three-hour lunch allowed us to have a deeper conversation outside of real estate.

Carol shared wonderful memories of the love of her life, Max, and we realized how much we had in common. We both truly appreciated that we had it, as opposed to what we lost.

Carol Williams recently turned my favorite blog post into a beautiful song. This is it:

My Best Close Ever A Love Song

I appreciate the beautiful life I've been fortunate to experience and for all the love and cherished memories. Carol, you have given me a priceless gift. Your understanding of what it means to give is truly special.

Each day offers something new - joys and challenges. This sense of gratitude grounds me as I notice the beauty in the everyday moments of life, and as you pointed out, I am living my bucket list.

Thank you, Carol for THE BEST GIFT

 

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Margaret Rome
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Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Carol Williams is a wonderful woman and I still remember when she joined me at a Super Bowl party that I was invited to, such a fun time!

Dec 05, 2024 05:25 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Brian England, I'm glad you also spent some time with Carol.

We are so lucky that AR has brought us together professionally and personally!

Dec 05, 2024 08:40 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

What a fantastic gift! Your very own love song. Love it!

Dec 05, 2024 05:54 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Kat Palmiotti, And I love it, too!

Dec 05, 2024 08:41 AM
Andrea Bedard
Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860 - Silver Spring, MD
Fluent in Real Estate & German, M.A. ABR ASP CIPS

How thoughtful—Carol is a gem! I can see you listening to this song all the time, Margaret :) You know how much I adore you; your love story is so beautiful. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't know that love like this can happen in real life and is not just a thread weaving through fairytales and Hallmark movies. 

Dec 05, 2024 07:24 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Thank you, Andrea Bedard. It happened in my real life, and I am thankful every day.  Yep, you know me, I've listened to the song more than a few times.

Dec 05, 2024 08:47 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt reflection on the power of meaningful gifts and cherished memories, Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400! Your story beautifully highlights how personal connections can create lasting impressions, inspiring us to appreciate the everyday moments that fill our lives with joy.

Dec 05, 2024 08:49 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Miss Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 

Carol Williams is the real deal.  I had the honor of sitting with Carol face to face enjoying a glass of wine, a meal, and a conversation that allowed us to get to know each other better.  She is a beautiful soul.  💗

She has given you a treasured gift.  💙💛

Dec 05, 2024 09:07 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Lucky you, Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist. So glad you were able to meet and spend time with Carol.

Dec 05, 2024 09:15 AM
Carol Williams

Hi Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist 
The honor was all mine to spend the evening with you. I enjoyed every minute.

Dec 05, 2024 05:08 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Lew Corcoran 

You understand that personal connections create lasting joy and encourage us to cherish the moments.

Dec 05, 2024 09:08 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Hi Margaret what a beautiful post!  You truly do shine a light on how amazing our Ar family is and the kindness and caring of it's members.  Carol for sure knows all about being grateful for having (and knowing) she had the love of her life with Max and it's so special you two have this in common.  💛❤️

Dec 05, 2024 10:34 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Thank you

 Each day, we continue to recognize even more of the beauty of our AR folks!

Dec 05, 2024 02:03 PM
Aura Alex
Seattle, WA
Retired Real Estate Pro

Hello Margaret,

What a beautiful story you shared. You and Carol have given each other a profound gift.

 

Dec 05, 2024 11:05 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Aura Alex

So good to see you. It is wonderful how deep the bonds we form in AR go beyond real estate!

Dec 06, 2024 10:38 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Margaret that is very special what Carol did.  I am trying to bring up the song, but the link is not connecting for me.

Dec 05, 2024 05:01 PM
George Souto

Thank you Margaret, that link worked.

Dec 06, 2024 11:50 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

George Souto 

Try this link: My Best Close Ever: A Love Song

 

Dec 06, 2024 10:40 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

Margaret,
Do you have any idea how happy you have made me by considering this among one of your favorite gifts ever? Gifts connecting us to our one true love goes directly to our heart, doesn't it?

Dec 05, 2024 05:12 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Carol Williams 

And do you know how happy you have made me by creating this special love song?

Gifts connecting us to our one true love go directly to our hearts!

Dec 06, 2024 10:49 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

I LOVE this Margaret! What a remarkable gift from Carol Williams . It does make my heart sing! Yes you are right this shows there's so much more than real estate on the Rain!

Dec 05, 2024 05:52 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Dorie Dillard Austin TX 

Yes, there is so much more than real estate in the Rain!

Dec 06, 2024 10:51 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Our ActiveRain family provides rich memories as we gather together and accumulate them.

Dec 05, 2024 07:16 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

For sure, Myrl Jeffcoat

Dec 06, 2024 11:44 AM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375
Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA
Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 So much to be grateful for since ActiveRain introduced us to people we would never have met! Great post - Lynn

Dec 08, 2024 06:08 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

And I Thank you, dear Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375

It was you who wrote the above-linked article that we had it!

Dec 08, 2024 06:28 PM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

These type of gifts are the best - personal, poetic, from the heart and with the language of the soul. I loved reading both the original post (which I had missed in 2008), and listening to Carol's transformation of it to a song. Carol Williams never stops to surprise us - a poet, a songwriter, a real connector!

Dec 09, 2024 08:25 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Steffy Hristova Carol is such a wonderful person! She's not only delightful and thoughtful, but she also brings joy to so many of us as a great friend!

Dec 10, 2024 07:51 AM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Wow love, friendship and a song all in one post. Life's longest closing I Do! We are happy for you Margaret. Thank you. Jeff

Dec 10, 2024 05:56 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

And I thank you so much.

Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI 

 

Dec 10, 2024 07:51 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Margaret:

What a very special gift to be given, your love story set to music. And with the perfect title!

Jeff

Dec 13, 2024 04:16 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Jeff Dowler, CRS 

And that's why this was my entry into December's best gift contest!

Dec 13, 2024 08:52 PM