Home > Blogs > Bob "RealMan" Timm > Realman

Take a Break

By Bob "RealMan" Timm

Services for Real Estate Pros with Ward County Notary Services 607851

February 25, 2026 02:00 AM

I do not remember the last time I had a pixelated computer screen but it seems to happen plenty often enough while watching streaming video on my television. I'm eager for warmer temperatures so when that happens I can put the leash on Baby and go for a walk.

I'm glad that I am well past the point of beating my head against the wall when things don't work. Taking a walk is my favorite thing to do when technology frustrates me.

Because of my jail ministry (The Noodle Ministry) I take a look at the jail roster every day. Regretfully one of the crimes I see most often is domestic violence. I'd say it's number two only behind drug abuse. This may surprise you but these days there are just as many women charged with domestic violence as men are. If only these men and women would learn to turn away and take a walk instead.

When technology frustrates me taking a walk clears my thoughts and lets me refocus. I love refocusing on God's creation as I walk. A bonus to taking a walk is I often run into someone I know and/or meet someone new that at least is a friend for the moment. Don't forget, friends can easily become clients.

Re-Blog

Comments(7)

Comment

Show All Comments Sort:

Nina Hollander, Broker

Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC

Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Bob... taking a walk is certainly a good prescription for lessening frustration. As for domestic violence, I know enough about it to also know that the underlying factors of domestic violence are so much deeper and will never be resolved by taking a walk. It's very sad, but it's true.

Feb 25, 2026 04:17 AM

Bob "RealMan" Timm

Minot, ND
Carol Williams

Wenatchee, WA

Bob "RealMan" Timm

I agree that the causes of domestic violence run deep but when a man or woman is feeling like throwing a punch would remember that they can walk away they need to do so. If they can not surpress their anger, even after a walk, it's time to walk out of the relationship completely (easier said then done with children involved).

Feb 25, 2026 08:09 AM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Bob "RealMan" Timm ,

It's amazing how walking away from frustration can calm the should and taking a walk is a great way to put things into perspective. We have some angry people out there that have lost a grip on reality and need to take a pause for them to calm themselves. There is a reason we use to tell our children you are going in time out until you can calm down and be rational.

Feb 25, 2026 04:37 AM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX what you said also reminded me that we were taught to count to 10 as well. Some people need to count to 1,000.

Feb 25, 2026 08:10 AM

Brian England

Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ

MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Taking a walk is much better use of time than staring at a computer screen, haha.

Feb 25, 2026 04:38 AM

Bob "RealMan" Timm

Minot, ND

That's for sure Brian England . I used to work on computers as a hobby and I still do a little. They were always good reason to take walks.

Feb 25, 2026 08:12 AM

Kat Palmiotti

eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT

Helping your Montana dreams take root

We take two walks a day with the dog, once in the morning and once in the afternoon. But we don't run into any people when doing so!

Feb 25, 2026 05:36 AM

Just thinking about your walks out in the woods relaxes me Kat Palmiotti .

Feb 25, 2026 08:13 AM

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty

Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL

Florida Space Coast Homes

I remember the old days of ...You've Got Mail...I remember downloading a photo. It took so long, I made and ate a PB&J sandwich while waiting.

Feb 25, 2026 06:53 AM

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty my first computer had a Daisey wheel printer. On larger print jobs I'd start it at bed time and hope it was done printing by morning. 😊

Feb 25, 2026 08:14 AM

Carol Williams

Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA

Author, Golfer, Retired Broker, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Bob,

I admire the work you do with The Noodle Ministry. Showing up consistently in a place most people would rather not think about says a lot about you.

Your observation about domestic violence is sobering. It is heartbreaking to think about how many lives are altered in a single moment of anger.

Feb 25, 2026 07:03 AM

It is sad to think about those moments of anger Carol Williams . There is so much anger in the world today and I think the news giants cause a lot of it.

Feb 25, 2026 08:16 AM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Be careful if you are taking your walk on icy days.

Keep up the good work in your community!

Feb 25, 2026 08:28 AM

Thank you Roy Kelley . If there is a possibility of ice or snow on my walks I always wear my studded overshoes. They weigh a lot but the safety factor is well worth it.

Feb 25, 2026 08:36 AM

Take a Break

Comments(7)

Bob "RealMan" Timm

Real Estate Resources

Popular Posts