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Happy Mother's Day to all the loving mothers and mother figures in the world! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being in our lives and lifting us up. Here is a photo of Mom (Carole Provenzale), with my brother (on the right) and myself (on the left). I call this photo, the lioness with her two cubs. In regard to what year this image was taken, I'm not sure, but I can say it was sometime around the late 90s.Since Mom's passing in 2010, naturally, there has been a lot of transformation within the family and in ways I would have never imagined. I'll give you a very short version. A few years after Mom's passing, my brother got married and became a father in 2021, which makes me an auntie! During the height of the pandemic in 2020, my half-sister, Stephanie (both of us were ado... 05/14/2023

Happy Mother's Day  Honor How You Got HereThere is a connection between a mother and her children that defies definition. It reaches past the sense of logic and no matter how many times a harsh remark from a developing child may cut, it is a bond that knows no limit and is almost impossible to destroy. If times are tight, a mother will go without so that her children will. I once heard a line that went, the Children never knew the chicken had bones until mother died. Kids will break their hearts and cause many a tear, but they will not darken that light that shines in her eyes when she looks at them.A Mother will feel every pain here children have as if it was inflicted on her as well.A Mother will try to ease the burdens even though an obstinate child will insist that it needs to be do... 05/14/2023

 Food for Thought  5/13/2023  (Quotes to ponder & motivate you!)Paul Henderson, REALTOR®, Fathom Realty WA LLC, Kitsap & Mason County, Washington's preferred real estate Agent & Broker Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts!Attributed to Daniel Patrick Moynihan (1927-2003)Thank you for reading and commenting on my blog post! This post was researched, authored, and photo is by Paul Henderson, REALTOR®, © 2008-2023, all rights reserved. All information is deemed reliable; however it should be independently verified by the reader. Any reproduction of this blog post is prohibited without the prior written permission of the author... 05/13/2023

It is a special day anytime we get to honor our mother's and thank them for all they do.  My mother passed away 15 years ago, so I can no longer get to thank her personally for everything she did for me, but I do get to thank my wife today for everything she has done for our two sons.  This is a day she gets to be treated like the queen she is, and shown how special she is to us. Happy Mother's Day 2023 to all Mother's, and I hope this was a special day for every Mother everywhere.  05/14/2023

Discover the possibilities of ChatGPT, an innovative, artificial intelligence-driven tool designed to enhance your conversations, writing endeavors, and more. By employing this powerful AI, you can revolutionize your communication skills, foster improved relationships, and find success in your professional life. This article will explore the intricacies of ChatGPT, its broad range of applications, and tips for maximizing its potential.Understanding ChatGPT and Its PotentialChatGPT, powered by OpenAI, is a cutting-edge language model that uses deep learning algorithms to generate human-like text. It employs the Generative Pre-trained Transformer architecture, which enables the AI to understand context and analyze sentence structures, providing coherent and meaningful outputs. By harnessi... 05/13/2023

I do tax preparation, tax planning and tax representation, as was as investment advisory for clients primarily in Western Pennsylvania as well as other areas of the state and country.If I had a dollar bill for every recent retiree that got socked with an unexpected tax bill in retirement, I'd be significantly wealthier. Why is this? Well, it's mainly because most fail to figure in their Social Security proceeds in with their tax planning, and even when they do figure it in, fail to realize how much of it is subject to taxes. Originally, Social Security income was not subject to income tax. This "party" ended in 1983, when amendments to the National Social Security Act subjected Social Security income to tax beginning in 1984. In that first incarnation of taxation, 50% of Social Security... 05/13/2023

Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) have transformed the way organizations set, measure, and achieve their goals. By focusing on what truly matters, businesses can stay aligned and achieve success without the clutter of traditional goal-setting methods. In this article, we will dive deep into the world of OKRs and explore the benefits and best practices that will enable you and your organization to unlock unprecedented success.Understanding the Objectives and Key Results FrameworkObjectives and Key Results is a goal-setting framework that helps organizations define, measure, and track their strategic objectives. Initially developed at Intel, OKRs gained widespread popularity after Google adopted them in the early 2000s. Today, many prominent companies like Amazon, Netflix, and LinkedIn us... 05/13/2023

  We pride ourselves on personable service, specializing in working with seniors or those who may need an extra helping hand. Let’s Chat! We will share with you some tips and tricks about how to get "Top Dollar". Please feel free to reach out anytime and share what might make your real estate experience easier, less stressful, and more enjoyable. Email Joanne@EdgeOfTheBeach.com or text/call 843 655 6343.  Visit EdgeOfTheBeach.com for: Real-time emails of current listings FREE home evaluation tool Latest blog articles 5-star reviews on Google, Realtor.com, Facebook and Zillow  Experience is not expensive. It is Priceless!       05/13/2023

ActiveRain awards points to our members as a way to motivate them to engage with others and share their expertise.   It seems a refresher is needed. The regulars know what the point system is, but there are enough new members who are unfamiliar.  So for those who just need a refresher, and for those who have never seen this graphic, here is an explanation of the Active Rain point system.  Please keep in mind that posts require a minimum of 50 words in order to be counted toward points.  You also get 100 points just for signing in to ActiveRain each and every day. ActiveRain awards points to our members as a way to motivate them to engage with others and share their expertise.  You can earn points through community events like entering a contest, taking a survey, attending a meet-up, but... 05/17/2023

  Posts Just For You- This Week at ActiveRain May 7 to May 13, 2023  Every day there is something to learn here at ActiveRain.  With this series, I try to highlight posts that gave me that lightbulb moment. It could be something techie, something about Real Estate or other professions, about a place, or about a person. Or, it could be a post that made me sit up and take notice! May 7: Myrl Jeffcoat Sacramento Overpass CheerleaderWhat an inspirational story!!! We could all use this.   Anna 'Banana' Kruchten Set Your Goal and Keep MovingThis will get you motivated for the new week!!!! I love her feature photo! Thomas J. Nelson How Not to Suck at Listings 1We've all seen them, haven't we? Every price point home deserves to look its best. I wouldn't want to hire an agent who didn't think my... 05/14/2023

One of my favorite views is from the East side of Lake Pend Oreille looking west towards Sandpoint Idaho.My partner Rain Silverhawk was kind enough to send me this photo of the Pack River Delta, at the Pend Oreille Lake as she was heading towards a new Clark Fork Idaho listing for pictures.  I had commented earlier how gorgeous the morning was, which this pic bears fruit to I believe.  All that was needed here, to improve the scene, was a train crossing the trestle separating the Pack River Delta from Lake Pend Oreille.       Are you looking to relocate to a surrounding of this beauty?  Contact either my partner Rain Silverhawk or myself.  We pride ourselves in customer service! 'Experience the Difference' in working with a full time Professional Sandpoint Realty REALTOR®.  Your wants a... 05/12/2023

Our May Active Rain Contest is about The May Flowers  Our May Active Rain Contest is about The May Flowers Brought To Us By The April Showers. We had a lot of showers this year - mostly a blessing! Brought to Us By The Fabulous Debe Maxwell, CRS  Shower Power: 🌷🌹 Flaunt Your Fabulous Blooms 🌸🌺Brought to Life by April Showers! 🌧🌨🌦   One of the biggest perks of moving from The Bay Area to San Diego was the ability to finally grow tropical flowers and plants. The love affair with this class of gardening that was created in me as a kid in Hawai'i.  Now as a kid that got to grow up visiting my grandparents often in Maui, Hawaii I fell in love with Anthuriums for their plastic look and deep red color, Plumeria for their lovely fragrance and Hibiscus for their brilliant colors and size.   Du j... 05/15/2023

“Accept yourself as you strive to be your best self.” ― Angel Moreira  Happy Friday, everyone!  ..Please don’t delay.  .Give us the opportunity to help YOU, YOUR BUSINESS, and OTHERS feel better... feel accomplished... and keep pushing forward!  .Learn more and find out how we work with you by texting 561-502-1577 today!  .. #Delegate #VirtualAssistant #Outsourcing #CoachKaterina 05/12/2023

You need good grammar to use ChatGPT successfully.  As we all know, AI - artificial intelligence - is all the rage right now. Plenty of companies have been using it for years, but now it's available to anyone who can use a computer. Copywriters, graphic designers, web coders, and others are worried that their jobs are going to go away. And some jobs - the ones that don't require a degree of human thought and creativity - probably will. I've been looking in to this a lot, because the copywriting gurus say Chat GPT is a good tool, even for copywriters, if you know how and when to use it. I explored that question in When and Why People Need Human Copywriters, on my blog this week. What really has me wondering... A concerning question popped into my head this morning, and it has to do with ... 05/13/2023

As we all know, AI - artificial intelligence - is all the rage right now. Plenty of companies have been using it for years, but now it's available to anyone who can use a computer.Copywriters, graphic designers, web coders, and others are worried that their jobs are going to go away. And some jobs - the ones that don't require a degree of human thought and creativity - probably will.I've been looking in to this a lot, because the copywriting gurus say Chat GPT is a good tool, even for copywriters, if you know how and when to use it. I explored that question in When and Why People Need Human Copywriters, on my blog this week.What really has me wondering...A concerning question popped into my head this morning, and it has to do with the education of our young people.We know that kids are ... 05/12/2023

Sandpoint Realty 'Friday Flag'.  I can not help but think back to a difficult time not really all that distant. The Great Recession, while 15 years past, does not seem that far back in time.  Laclede Mill was COMPLETELY  shut down.  Parking lot, log storage, finished products, all showing nothing but empty pavement and gravel.  For an area so focused on logging it was devastating.Thank you Laclede Mill, North Idaho Forest Group, for proudly flying our 'Stars and Stripes' and supplying so many employment opportunities to North Idaho residents. 'Experience the Difference' in working with a full time Professional Sandpoint Realty REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.   Mark Don McInnesBroker - REALTOR®208 255-6227SandpointNorthIdaho.com - North Idaho Home & Land Sea... 05/12/2023

Welcome to First Response Resolution, LLC’s official blog! We are a specialty tax firm practicing right here near Medford in Southern Oregon. The focus of my practice is solving tax problems for individuals and businesses, IRS Representation of taxpayers, and representing taxpayers before their individual State Departments of Revenue. These services are referred to in many ways such as Tax Problem Resolution, Tax Relief Services, Tax Resolution, IRS Resolution, Tax Controversy, etc. Think of our firm as your Financial First Responders who specialize in saving troubled taxpayers. We help people who are struggling with tax problems get their lives back on track so they can focus on what matters most to them.This blog post is focused on the upcoming IRS Collection Enforcement. It has now b... 05/12/2023

New to homeownership?Home ownership is fun.  Buy a home and you have work forever, buy a new home and you get one day off.  It definitely helps if you have a little DIY inside.  Don't worry; I've got you covered!These essential tips will help you navigate your new home like a pro. From maintenance must-dos to finances, these tips will help you to make your new space feel like home sweet home.🏠#thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #newhomeowner #hometips #realestate #realestateagent #realtor #icanhelp #themoreyouknow 05/12/2023

Sandpoint Realty 'Thursday Thought' expresses in a positive fashion what we hear often to the negative side.We most often hear this same thought from the negative side of us being our own biggest critics. 'Experience the Difference' in working with a full time Professional Sandpoint Realty REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.   Mark Don McInnesBroker - REALTOR®208 255-6227SandpointNorthIdaho.com - North Idaho Home & Land Searches Sandpoint Realty LLC1205 Highway 2Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 05/12/2023

Theres a new and exciting learning center available for young children in Pleasanton. Little Scholars Preschool has newly launched, and has much to offer for children ages 2-6 years old. This dynamic and nurturing educational environment is designed to instill a love for learning during the crucial formative years of children. In this article, we will discuss the unique features and offerings of this esteemed new preschool in Pleasanton.Top-Notch Early EducationAt Little Scholars Preschool, they understand the importance of early education and the impact it can have on a childs future. The curriculum and teaching methods adhere to the highest standards of early education to provide a solid foundation for children in academics, social development, and emotional well-being. Children will ... 05/12/2023