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Still here, just not as often

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This year has been a whirlwind of things to do, so I haven't gotten here anywhere near as often as I'd like to. That said, I still think it's a great place to check in, so a post on Facebook today really gave me a pause. 

It was written by Bryan Tutas - who was an absolute regular back when I first got started here back in about 2007 or 2008. The one person who had commented was Jon Zolsky, who was also a regular in those days. 

Between the two of them it sounded like Active Rain was a thing of the past. 

What's that about? We're still here!

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

I enjoy reading and supporting your posts, but I hope that you know that I also have a blog that enjoys seeing love from others, haha.

Nov 29, 2025 04:17 AM
Marte Cliff

Brian England - so.... give us a link! 

Nov 30, 2025 08:13 PM
Brian England

Marte Cliff you need a link to find my blog on ActiveRain?

Dec 01, 2025 05:30 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Marte - with the Thanksgiving theme still in mind, social media including ActiveRain, is a place where sharing many sorts of things can be found.  And along that line of thinking, opinions newly imagined as well as some leftovers are put on the table to consume.  

Nov 29, 2025 05:22 AM
Marte Cliff

You lost me there Michael Jacobs - but I'm glad you're here!

Nov 30, 2025 08:14 PM
Michael Jacobs

Marte Cliff - I guess Thanksgiving Day references are considered turkeys at times. Forgive my interpretation of any slang I may hash around.  

Dec 01, 2025 02:33 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I didn't see the post - so just went to look. There are a lot of people on there who commented and said things like "those were the days, I loved AR" - I'm wondering if there's a way to get them back. I suspect many of them don't want to blog for various reasons but they could still amp up the participation if they were active in some way!

Nov 29, 2025 05:22 AM
Marte Cliff

Kat Palmiotti - We can still love it!

I do wish more would still post about experiences rather than listings, because those posts are fun to read. 

Nov 30, 2025 08:16 PM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Good Morning Marte Cliff It's always good to hear from you. Keep checking in. I hope your Thanksgiving was a fulfilling one.

Nov 29, 2025 06:16 AM
Marte Cliff

Thanks Doug Dawes - Thanksgiving was nice, as one of my sons was home. Any day I see my kids is a good day. 

Nov 30, 2025 08:16 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Marte. While the number of regular participants may have dwindled, the regulars are still active. Many, like yourself given other commitments are not as regular. It is a cycle that some old timers here see as a thing of the past. Those still here see it as business as usual. Enjoy your day

Nov 29, 2025 06:20 AM
Marte Cliff

Thanks Wayne Martin - I think this is a good place to be, and I encourage new agents to join. The posts about things that happened can teach them a lot . 

Nov 30, 2025 08:17 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Marte... I was just thinking about Jon the other day. Indeed, we had quite a few previously active members fall away from the Rain. As I'm planning to essentially retire at some point in 2026, I expect I will as well once I do.

Nov 29, 2025 06:24 AM
Marte Cliff

Nina Hollander, Broker - I used to really enjoy Jon's posts - and I learned a bit of history from them. I was sorry when they disappeared. 

Nov 30, 2025 08:19 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Saturday morning, Marte. Too many of our members have reduced their activities on ActiveRain.

Have a great day and a happy holiday season.

Nov 29, 2025 06:38 AM
Marte Cliff

The same to you, Roy Kelley!

Nov 30, 2025 08:19 PM
Patricia Feager
Referral Specialist - DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Marte Cliff - I hope you never quit ActiveRain. You have helped me a lot. I hope Jon Kolsky and Bryan Tutas comes back to AR. It would be fun if they joined in on a Zoom session. Maybe Eileen Burns 954.483.3912 can make it happen. 

Nov 29, 2025 09:19 AM
Marte Cliff

Thanks Patricia Feager - I always appreciate your comments and your support! 

Nov 30, 2025 08:20 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Marte- there are many reasons, I think, why some have left and not returned. I'd love to see many return beause I enjoy reading the posts. Needless to say, we need you to keep us on our toes. 

Nov 29, 2025 11:41 AM
Marte Cliff

Thanks Kathy Streib - it's your encouragement that keeps me writing those grammar posts. 

Nov 30, 2025 08:21 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Marte, many of our regulars have left the platform, and sad too.  So many now do not interact.

Nov 29, 2025 01:09 PM
Marte Cliff
Marte Cliff Copywriting - Priest River, ID
Your real estate writer

Joan Cox - Yes, that's sad. But I'm always glad to check in and see familiar faces! 

Nov 30, 2025 08:21 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good evening Marte Cliff ,

I'm always thrilled to see a post from you! You keep us on our toes and we need that!. 

Dec 03, 2025 03:29 PM
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