Some Bunny L🐰VES You!   Sending warm Easter Sunday thoughts to all who celebrate this special day. I hope that you are able to spend quality time with family and friends making new memories while enjoying the many blessings that are bestowed upon you.   Everyone enjoys it when Mike dresses up in the Easter Bunny costume and we Facetime the Grandkids. The surprised smiles on their faces are priceless!   HE IS RISEN 🙏   Have a Happy, Hippity Hoppity Easter all!   04/20/2025

When There's A Failure to Appear Today, I reflect on the significance that is placed on nurturing personal and professional relationships, particularly when trying to sustain them has long passed the point of life support. Perhaps that is why I've been questioning more often what the word reciprocity truly means.  🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱Relationships need sincere attention, so do plants.🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 🌱 Such a moment occurred when invited to a birthday lunch date by a close friend and, instead of time well spent, it was met with a failure to appear. Another instance with a potential buyer, who was unable to keep the scheduled day of showings, the effort made to reschedule at a later time, never materialized. 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆🍆A lack of follow through adversely affects growth.🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆 🍆🍆 T... 04/18/2025

My Honey Sent a Blooming Echinopsis Bouquet! Love is in full blloom in the southern utah area, as witnessed by robins feeding their offspring, love birds cooing, sitting on top the wooden fencing just outside my home office, the partnered quail running for cover once discovered!  • • • 🌺 🌼 🌸  • • •   My Honey is exhibiting signs as well and and sent flowers this morning. These Echinopsis cactus blooms are very pristine in color and the size of a dinner plate. The blossoms last a day or so. Other colors come in pink, orange, red and yellow!  • • • 🌺 🌼 🌸  • • •  They're everywhere right now, here in southern Utah. Am a lucky girl to be the recipient of these amazing stunners. This Echin...Echinop...Echinops, er...beautiful, blooming cactus will be back again for a second performance later... 04/17/2025

Looking to Land in Southern Utah? Whether it's one of 14 golf courses in and around St. George, Utah or them all, you're certain to enjoy golfing, hiking, fishing, bicycling year 'round while basking on the annual 300+ days of sunshine. Five national parks nearby allows stretching the legs and taking in the wondrous jutting cliffs, sheer rock walls and abundant wildlife. Visit the local parks in the surrounding St. George area such as: Snow Canyon State Park, Thunder Junction All Abilities Park - ride the train, Millcreek Park, Highland Park, Cottonwood Cove Park and Hidden Valley Park - water park, Vernon Worthen Park, St. George Town Square Park, Pioneer Park and Brooks Nature Park. Plus, it's always a good time to play a round! SunRiver Golf Course St. George - 18 holes - Public Bloo... 04/14/2025

It's A Blooming Riot I Tell Ya!!! This Nerdin Gardens spring party has begun. An extravagant celebration of life's all-natural creations, it promises to be an absolute feast for the senses. Pleasant shivers of floral delight become prominent while wandering inside these perimeter walls.  • • • 🌺 🌼 🌸  • • • SightExotic touches of vibrant hibiscus blooms planted in pretty pots, their large, showy flowers lend a tropical flair! Papery poppies dancing in the gentle breeze, nearby petunias pop in every imaginable shade! Sentry sun-drenched sunflowers sway.   SmellA symphony of perfumed scents waft through the air. The intoxicating aroma of lilac clusters, romantic roses in crimson, blush and sunshine hues woo the olfactory organ through an open invitation, all vying for individual attention.... 04/13/2025

Happy National Pet Day! Observe the day by spoiling your pooch, pampering your kitties or hand feeding your Guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, fish or rats. After all, they are your constant supporters, natural mood elevators and the welcoming committee, day in - day out, year in - year out! Take your pup for an extra long stroll or to the lake for a swim, turn the sprinklers on for a refreshing run or jog together. Your kitty will love a bit of catnip or a new jingle toy. Guinea pigs love fresh fruits and vegetables, wash, then cut up a cucumber or a carrot for a treat.  Turtles like leafy greens and small fish. Rats love cherries and chicken bones. Parrots, cockatoos and parakeets love peanut butter and crackers, fish really go after adhesive food tablets or dry flakes and we all ... 04/11/2025

Kissing Cousins? Holy Matrimony!  Cousins Porter and Ardeth grew up together in the small Utah town of Conception, population 247. He was 68, a retired truck driver and she was 57, a lunch lady at the elementary school. They'd been close since childhood, sharing holidays and family gatherings.  💗 💗 💗 💑 💗 💗 💗 Over time, their bond deepened, and they wanted to marry but Utah law was against first cousins tying the knot to prevent birth defects, unless both were over 65—or at least 55, with one unable to produce. Ardeth never had kids and sure didn’t want any now! The law required at least one to be sterile or unable to produce children. Porter had a vasectomy after his first marriage ended. The doc ran a sperm test, it was concluded that he shot blanks, then was handed an official documen... 04/10/2025

Fishing with Explosives You wouldn't dare take feelings to a fact fight, right? So, I must question why so many people continue to show up unprepared and do exactly that! Little is gained except perhaps a combative, explosive environment, embarrassment and disappointment, especially when the other side shows up armed with reliable, up-to-date information. • • • 💥 🧨 💥 • • • Properly representing a client to the fullest means being prepared, it can prevent costly results, unfavorable terms and potential, legal consequences. Tempers can flare for some, because of the emotional nature of the real estate process when things go south. Facts clearly outweigh feelings. Taking a proactive approach reduces stress for your client and increases the likelihood of a successful closing, avoiding the d... 04/09/2025

A Bee's LivelihoodSpring in southern Utah is a vibrant explosion of yellows, pinks, purples, blues, and whites and is a crucial time for honey bees!  Bloomers are vital refueling stations, providing food for their colony as busy bees flit from blossom to bloom.These beautiful pops of color provide beauty for our eyes, but are also essential sustenance for honey bees. If only people the same work ethic and diligence as these these little industrial, hardworkers! For them, it is a matter of survival.We are very thankful every day for these amazing creatures that do the work in Nerdin Gardens without complaint or second thoughts! 04/08/2025

Welcome hoMEOW! Taking a leisurely walk in a nearby meadow, adjacent to the campground where he set up for a weekend getaway, the cheat grass became hip high. Suddenly a little mewling sound erupted, just as a tiny, striped kitten stepped into the clearing, making its presence known. Hoping to catch his attention.  • • • 😺 💛 😸 • • •  Scooping the baby up, her paws barely the size of his thumb, he noticed it was extremely underweight with obvious health issues. Determined to save her life, he drove the little furry feline to a local, no-kill shelter and surrendered it to the staff. His rental lease prevented him from keeping the purring bundle.   • • • 😺 💛 😸 • • •  After a series of tests, medical care, and healing time, the kitten was ready to be adopted. In the meantime, a young couple... 04/06/2025

Perfect Timing from My Tulips! 🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷 Nature is a perfect example of, on time, every time. Vibrant proof of pure follow-through with optimum performance. Always looking ahead with no regrets. Ever-confident burst of color dotting the landscapes with brightly kissed, pastel or neon-colored blooms.  Am excited that Nerdin Gardens growing season is about to begin. Happy Saturday day from my two lips...er, tulips! It's Spring y'all! 🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷🌷 🌷  04/05/2025

The Joke's ON ME! Years ago, I posted an April Fool's Day joke that got giggles from everyone, except for one person. The joke that was thought to be harmless, apparently angered that person enough to demand that it BE TAKEN DOWN!          Shocking that someone was that offended! Here is the joke. Nothing more or less and I have done this every year for as long as I can remember. You can decide if it is indeed inflammatory after clicking on link (if you dare). LOL Someone keeps sending me inappropriate photos of themselves. I've asked them nicely to stop, but they won't. So here it is publicly...I'm at my wit's end with this person. http://facebook.com/profile.php?=7332236 Me, conducting my own Participation Award Ceremony! After much thought, I let it ride. It wasn't worth yanking it t... 04/04/2025

Housing Market Trends for Washington County Utah | March 2025  Residential Sales went from 304 for the month of February to 338 in March, 2025. As we head into spring and warmer temperatures, people are now planning summer family vacations, long awaited trips to favorite destinations or just staying home and taking time out of their busy schedules to unwind.  💹 Market Activity:The county experienced a surge in pending listings, particularly during the week surrounding the local parade, with one day recording 165 new listings—the highest since 2020.  💲Pricing:The average list price for homes has reached $898,000, while the average sales price has seen a modest increase to $627,000, up $10,000 from the previous period.  ⌛ Time on Market:Homes are spending more time on the market, with the... 04/02/2025

Couldn't quite get the cymbals to meet. We’ve all felt the quiet frustration of working with buyer clients looking to purchase a property but remain hesitant. After a half-day of showings was scheduled, we drove from one to the other, inspecting every room, he opened every cabinet, I answered questions about the features and amenities. Then, once ready to discuss an offer, the answer is, "I'll think about it." Days go by and another call to see a few properties. The potential buyer sounds more enthusiastic this time, as a few houses that might fit his search criteria have just hit the market. His interest seemed genuine as he narrowed down to one, even asking about neighborhood comparable sales and HOA information. Again, once ready to discuss an offer, the answer is, "I'll think about ... 04/01/2025

Open House: Going to the Dogs  🐾 Prior to planning a dog friendly open house, get the homeowner's permission for this special event, in writing. Know what breeds are allowed in the subdivision, so the information can be confidently relayed. Advertising and Barketing:🐶 Pass out a flyer to neighbors.🐶 Emphasize that the open house is Fido-friendly.🐶 Encourage potential buyers to bring their furry friends.🐶 Provide parking instructions, nearby waste disposal areas, and pet-friendly amenities in the neighborhood.🐶 Use this opportunity to share information about local dog parks, dog-friendly businesses, showcasing your knowledge of the community.🐶 Have good quality dog treats for the pups. ***Always ask permission before handing them out.*** Be sure to plan ahead. Potential buyers with pets ... 03/31/2025

NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAY Today marks the anniversary when all U.S. combat troops left Vietnam in 1973. At this time, I'd like to acknowledge them all. THANK YOU to the war HEROES on NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAY. We honor all who selflessly served and those who sacrificed their all. 💔  The Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 was signed into law by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, designating every March 29th as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. I will always remember, honor and love you Dad John, Uncle Terry, especially, cousin Randy Graves, who was killed in action. We owe you a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid!   03/29/2025

Grandpa, Tell Me 'Bout The Good Ole Days Stories he shared of growing up in rural Georgia during the depression, colored my young imagination with vivid events, sparking a lifetime of inquisitiveness. While the other grands wanted to run and play, I found myself attached to Grandpa Henry's side. His presence provided a sense of comfort and security. Learning about ancestor's connected me to our family roots. We had law abiders and rascals, patriotic military members, horse rustlers and moonshiners, who lived in the backwoods, concocting 100 proof whiskey at night by the light of the moon to avoid getting caught. Hence the name, moonshiner. He told me about picking cotton from sun up to sun down. It was backbreaking work with little pay, incredibly labor-intensive. Bending and stooping c... 03/28/2025

A Zestimate is a FREE Online GUESS. 🎲 🎲  Recently, I discovered a FSBO close to my neighborhood that is inflated by at least by $100K. Avoid Using a Zestimate to set the price for a property, correct pricing works, guesses become a roll of the dice. Researching comparable sales can make the difference between a sale or remaining stagnant on the market. ▶️ First impressions do matter greatly.Enhance the property's curb appeal with a well-maintained exterior, add a new coat of paint. Inside, declutter, depersonalize, allowing potential buyers to see themselves there. Address repairs or potentially deter buyers. Stage the home with neutral decor and highlight features, it creates an open invitation. ▶️ High-quality, well-lit photographs are essential. For online listings, capturing attenti... 03/26/2025

Caffeinated Karen at the Drive-thru! Just as my husband pulled into one of the two drive-thru lanes at McDonald's at 5:45 am to order a morning coffee, another car pulled into the next one. He put his order in, then started to pull forward when the woman in the next lane started yelling out the passenger window. • • • 😡 ☕ 😡 • • •  She insisted that her husband placed their order first, then began a tirade about rude American's and their out-of-control ego's and thinking they should always be first in everything.  • • • 😡 ☕ 😡 • • • How dare he cut in front of them! • • • 😡 ☕ 😡 • • •  My husband allowed their car to move ahead to avoid further confrontation and the cashier handed the driver 2 cups of black coffee. My husband's order! I would have loved to see that Karen's face at that exa... 03/25/2025

A Missed Understanding At The Coffee Shop! A brunette ordered a cafe latte at her favorite coffee shop, then noticed a 'Peel And Win' sticker on her coffee cup.  She peeled it off and started screaming, "I've won a motorhome! I've won a motorhome!" ☕ 🥯 ☕ The Barista said, "That's impossible, the biggest prize is a free lunch."She kept screaming, "I've won a motorhome! I've won a motorhome." Finally, the manager went over and said, "You're mistaken. You couldn't have possibly won a motorhome because we didn't have that as a prize." The brunette said, "No, It's not a mistake, I've won a motorhome!" ☕ 🥯 ☕ Then she handed her winning sticker to the manager and said, "Just look at it, right here!"  It read...'WINABAGEL' The manager then said, "You're not really a brunette are you?"She said, ... 03/22/2025