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Thank You To The Precious Jewels I’m Lucky To Call Friends In The Rain

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Realty 179530

Friendship: The Jewelry of the Soul

 

As an African Proverb so wisely says:

 

"True friends are like precious jewels, they are hard to find but they are worth the effort to find them. True friends are like mirrors, they reflect to you the truth of who you really are. False friends are like sand, they are found everywhere. True friends don't just celebrate your big successes with you, they also celebrate your small achievements with you. And they are there."

 

This morning I wanted to say thank you, thank you, thank you to all of my friends here in Active Rain who sent me so many wonderful birthday wishes yesterday on this platform, on Facebook, on Messenger, by text, by email, by phone, and by snail mail. Friends truly are like precious jewels. Thank you for being the jewels in my life. The real riches in life truly are friendships.

 

"Friends are like precious gems — they bring sparkle, warmth, and light into our lives."

... Imran Kazmi

 

True friends make us smile, encourage us to succeed, share a word of praise, and always open their hearts to us. You all do all that for me, not just on my birthday but throughout the year. Saying thank you almost doesn't seem like enough. But thank you again!

 

“True friends are like diamonds,
Precious and rare,
Fake friends are like autumn leaves,
Found everywhere.”

... Ari Joseph

 

Good friends are the rare jewels of life, difficult to find and impossible to replace.

... Unknown

 

"Gems may be precious, but great friends are priceless."

... Unknown

 

“Long friendships are like jewels, polished over time to become beautiful and enduring.”

... CeliaBrayfield

 

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 Nina Hollander, RE/MAX Broker, Realtor

 

 

 

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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Sunday morning, Nina. I hope you enjoyed your birthday.

I like your selection of quotes.

Mar 22, 2026 07:25 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

I had a lovely day, Roy. Thank you.

Mar 22, 2026 07:28 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Good morning Nina and apologies for missing your birthday. I hope your special day was incredible. 

Mar 22, 2026 08:08 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Leanne Smith thanks, Leanne... and no worries. I don't live my life thinking everyone is "absorbed" by my birthday! :) I had a lovely day and am looking forward to the "new" year.

Mar 22, 2026 08:10 AM
Patricia Feager
Appraisal Review Board, Denton County, TX - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Nina Hollander, Broker - May the love and good wishes you received for your birthday be with you always! Those quotes were spot on! The true meaning of value comes from knowing you have friends who care about you and will be there for you when it counts. 

Nina, your outlook on life is amazing. The places you've been, the people you met, and those you continue to stay in communication with are many. I will always wish you the biggest slice of happy because you are one of the greatest people that ever-lived fully!

Mar 22, 2026 08:35 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Patricia Feager oh my goodness, Patricia... who were you talking about? Certainly it wasn't me! But thank you for those wonderful comments. And thanks you for your good wishes. They all mean more to me than you know.

Mar 22, 2026 10:05 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors, LLC ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
Educating. Encouraging. Serving.

Good morning Nina,

I'm sure you had a lovely birthday yesterday! You are so right friends truly are like precious jewels!

Mar 22, 2026 08:43 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Dorie Dillard Austin TX hi Dorie... I did have a lovely day. And now I'm looking forward to a lovely "new" year.

Mar 22, 2026 10:06 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Nina, so glad you were showered with birthday wishes from far and wide yesterday.  You deserve it.   Our friends ARE the jewels, and the biggest thing I will miss in Portugal.

Mar 22, 2026 09:56 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner thank you, Joan. The good news is that these days it's so easy to keep up with friends even from long distances.

Mar 22, 2026 10:06 AM
Kelly McGovern
Realty Concierge International - Bellingham, MA
Working with Kelly is a good move

I’m happy you enjoyed your day!!!

Mar 22, 2026 09:58 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kelly McGovern thank you, Kelly. At the very least one would hope to enjoy that one day in the year.

Mar 22, 2026 10:07 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Nina- it's easy to be a friend to people who are also good friends to others!!! I'm glad you had a good birthday!!!  I truly love all of the quotes about friends...they are rare and to be treasured. 

Mar 22, 2026 10:55 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kathy Streib hi Kathy... you are so right. It's easy to "pick up" all sorts of acquaintances throughout life... friends not so much.

Mar 22, 2026 10:59 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Thanks for sharing, make it a great Sunday and enjoy your remaining weekend! bill

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Mar 22, 2026 11:19 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore thanks, Bill, for stopping by. Wishing you a good week ahead.

Mar 22, 2026 11:56 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Traveler, Retired, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Nina,
Friendship truly is one of life’s greatest treasures. I am glad I could be a small part of your day.  You are one of those rare jewels to many!

Mar 22, 2026 11:59 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Carol Williams oh gosh, Carol. I have no words except thank you! 💕

Mar 22, 2026 12:04 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Nina I did not realize your birthday was yesterday so here is a belayed 39th Happy Birthday wish.  ☺️☺️☺️

Mar 22, 2026 12:02 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

George Souto thank you, George. I just hope I look better than Jack Benny did at 39! :)))

Mar 22, 2026 12:05 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

Hit me where it hurts, Nina Hollander, Broker . I didn't get a chance to do anything yesterday on the site and missed one of my specials. 

Happy Belated anniversary of your 39th

Mar 22, 2026 03:16 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 oh no worries, Ec. I've been treating this weekend as my Birthday Weekend... so than you very much!

Mar 22, 2026 05:46 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

What a bright, joy‑filled read this was, Nina Hollander, Broker. The way you wove those sayings into a reminder about how real friendship shows up made me smile, and it’s hard not to feel the warmth in every line. Thanks for sharing something that hits the heart just right :)

Mar 22, 2026 04:51 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Lew Corcoran awww... Lew... thanks for that lovely comment. I was trying not to be sappy, just heartfelt.

Mar 22, 2026 05:47 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It makes me so happy to know that you had such a nice birthday, and that your friends in the Rain helped!

Mar 23, 2026 06:23 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Brian England and you were a big part of making my day so wonderful!

Mar 23, 2026 06:30 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Good morning a day late! I love your post and am happy you had a good birthday!

Mar 23, 2026 06:33 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kat Palmiotti thank you, Kat... when it comes to things like this one is never late! :)

Mar 23, 2026 06:35 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

So glad you had a great birthday, Nina! You are so right--friends are truly the jewels in our lives--truly!

Mar 23, 2026 06:51 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Debe Maxwell, CRS thanks, Debe. I like to think that good friends are the family we choose, not necessarily the family we get.

Mar 24, 2026 04:20 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS

That is so true! Some of the chosen ones are better than some of the family too! LOL Nina Hollander, Broker 

Mar 24, 2026 08:01 AM