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Recent blogs on Just for Fun
By Heather Behrends, DIY Lifestyle Content Creator
(Made In A Pinch)
As the weather turns cooler and we head into the holiday season, I get tons of questions about how to make homes smell like pumpkin spice or fall so everyone can get their fill of those cozy fall feels.I have two great ways to give your home those comforting sweater and pumpkin spice latte vibes.First, add some bowls of cinnamon scented pinecones around your home! They're easy to make yourself, or you can find them in your local grocery store or hardware store.Second, pull out your essential oil diffuser and whip up some DIY fall diffuser blends to add that much-wanted fragrance to your home.Select essential oils such as cinnamon, nutmeg, pine, and orange can help your home transition from energetic summer vibes to cozy winter ones. Here are five of my favorite blends:1. Pumpkin Spice C...
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By Frank Gallinelli
(RealData, Inc.)
As promised, here is Part 2 of my post about real estate acronyms: their meanings decodedhttps://www.realdata.com/real-estate-acronyms-meanings-decoded/ 
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By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired
(Wayne M Martin)
Trivia question answers for Monday November 4, 20241. What planet did Alf come from? Melmac2. What does the Schmidt index measure? Pain of insect stings3. What is the literary term for a play on words? Pun4. What country is home to Volvo? SwedenTrivia questions for Tuesday November 5, 20241. Which organ of the human body has no known function?2. What does the Bark scale measure?3. What is the national flower of the United States?4. What is another word for a bird watcher?Enjoy your day.
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By Patricia Feager, ABR,CRS,GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
Photo Journalism by Patricia Feager, 11/5/2024You don't just move to Texas it moves you---Anonymous What moved me the most when I moved to Texas in March 1997 was how focused native Texans were on the people, their dogs and other animals, the landscape, weather, oil, business, politics, the economy, water, and their feelings about the State of Texas. One of the first things I memorized was the Texas Pledge. Every single time I went to a Chamber meeting, a business convention, Toastmaster Club, or sports game, people said the Pledge of Allegiance, and the Texas Pledge. In a very short time, I learned there is a lot of heart and soul here in Texas.  Texas is a name based on the Caddo word tay:sha or Tejas meaning friend. It became the 28th State of the Union in 1845, more than 179 years a...
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By Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375, Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers
(Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside)
NOVEMBER 5th --- GO VOTE --- Unless You Already Did... Our greatest privilege - participating in our government.Had an interesting experience tonight. One day before the election. Volunteered to make calls encouraging people who had not voted yet to go to vote in person.Federal Law requires one to state for whom the calls are being made or to state the political party benefitting from the calls. Introduced myself and did that. Not excited about making cold calls yet I wanted to make a personal effort to reach people who had not voted yet and encourage them to go vote in person. The variety of responses was fascinating. The four people who engaged me in conversation made up for the other 46 people whose answering machines answered or who hung up on me or who were not there or who chided ...
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By Lew Corcoran, Expert guidance. Exceptional results.
(Better Living Real Estate, LLC)
A Moment to Recognize the Joys in Life Introduction   Gratitude can transform everyday moments into meaningful experiences. Recently, a moment stood out to me, illuminating why thankfulness is essential. On this journey of recognizing my blessings, I’ve realized how life's little joys can create a ripple effect of positivity. Appreciating Friendship   One blessing stands above the rest: friendship. The importance of supportive friends cannot be overstated. Recently, a friend reached out just when I needed encouragement. Their simple message of support made my day brighter. It reminded me how vital these connections are in overcoming life's ups and downs. Cherishing Family Bonds   Family also plays a crucial role in my life. Whether it’s shared meals or laughter-filled gatherings, these ...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
I grew up in a small town outside Allentown, Pennsylvania where my family owned a restaurant.  Growing up in the restaurant business was never easy, but it was a great learning experience. During my school days, my dad had a hoagie contest where he donated 5 cents on each sandwich to the members of the Varsity N Club.  We built hoagies for 8 hours straight.  The club sold 14,500 hoagies that day.  My brother sold 1,100 of those hoagies and got the nickname "Hoagie" because of it.  He still has that nickname today so many years later. Of course, I bet you can guess who does most of the cooking in my house now.
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By Linda Blumenthal, NYS Licenced Real Estate Salesperson, CBR
(631-819-2913)
November 5th - National Doughnut Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal.
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By Linda Blumenthal, NYS Licenced Real Estate Salesperson, CBR
(631-819-2913)
November 4th - National Candy Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal.
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By Linda Blumenthal, NYS Licenced Real Estate Salesperson, CBR
(631-819-2913)
November 3rd - National Sandwich Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal.
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it. Lou HoltzWe didn't lose the game; we just ran out of time. - Vince LombardiYou're never a loser until you quit trying. Mike DitkaI have a couple of rules. Number one, get competitive. Number two, win a game. Number three, win two games in a row. Number four, win a championship. Jim HarbaughYou have to have a good offense and defense game plan for every game you play. - Not a coach Will Hamm 
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By Ed Silva, 203-206-0754, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Appreciating the Positives in our Lives 1With months of activities in our rear-view mirrors, we stride into November with a positive for the approaching holidays, the first being Thanksgiving. It is also a month of reflection and for giving thanks.On this particular day, November 5, 2024, which is our 30th wedding anniversary, I am especially thankful for the partner that has shared the past 30 years with me as my wife and closest friend.Cauna has a positive outlook on life and is always searching for the good in people. Over time, this can only rub off on the people around her and she has made me a softer and more caring person.We share the love of travel and for the years before we got married it may have been what kept here by my side. Having reservations is a good way to stop someon...
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By Rocky Dickerson, Superior Service!
(Realty One Group)
Come on, it may be Monday, but you could use an extra smile today, right? So, how about a look at the humor of the hilarious Tim Hawkins?  Sit back, make it look like you are working hard on some research, and enjoy! And now this is the latest installment of Mayhem Merriment Monday.
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By Dick Betts, REALTOR® The Villages, Florida
(TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE)
Over the weekend my Facebook Page hit a milestone, 2,000 followers on the Dick Betts, Realtor, The Villages, FL.  On September 22nd, 2022, I decided to start the page and make the commitment to share an article a day of between 175- and 300-words sharing information about The Villages, and the surrounding area and real estate.  This is the 775th article that has been posted, when I started this page it had one follower, me!  Let me give you the back story on why I started the page.For you don’t know me for 20 years I traveled North American teaching Realtors how to be Realtors.  Back in 2007 I was asked if I could add Social Media and Blogging to my classes and keynote speaking I was presenting, sure!  Problem it was so new I needed to quickly learn it myself.  In 2008 I was traveling t...
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By Dr. Paula McDonald, Granbury, TX 936-203-0279
(Beam & Branch Realty)
Yesterday was a big day in our little town of Granbury, Texas. And, we have been keeping a secret! We were honored that our little hotel, N on the Square, housed many of the directors, actors, and other personnel throughout this past year. We got to know them as they filmed, strategized, and collaborated. The red carpet event was yesterday and everyone donned their finery and showed up to kick off the movie to the world. God's Here is a movie with a message. It was refreshing to see a movie with a message of redemption and forgiveness. We need more movies with messages like this.Actor, Kevin Sorbo starred in the movie in the role of a police officer. Meeting him was a great experience as he is down-to-earth, very humble, and, he is genuinely interested in meeting others. Our son had a w...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Makes 8 serving           prep time 5 Minutes cook time 30 minutes   INGREDIENTS         2 1/2 pounds wings. 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot® Original Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce 1/3 cup melted butter DIRECTIONS SPRAY basket of air fryer with no stick cooking spray. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Pat wings dry with paper towels. PLACE wings in fryer basket, being careful not to over-fill. (Cook in batches, if needed, depending on the size of your air fryer.) Air fry 25 to 30 minutes or until skin is crispy and wings are cooked through, shaking basket or tossing wings with tongs every 5 minutes during cooking. MEANWHILE, mix butter and RedHot Sauce in large bowl. Add cooked wings and toss to coat. Serve immediately with blue cheese and celery sticks, if desired.
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By Michael Elliott, Burlington, New Jersey Residential Sales
(Fathom Realty)
I did, for the first time in years, and it was GLOOOOOOOORIOUS ! Go Eagles!   Beat the Jaguars! Happy Sunday!
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By Debra Leisek
( Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska)
Time to Fall Back… Good news: We are all getting a Long Weekend At 2 a.m. Sunday, Clocks will “Fall Back” an Hour  Sunday is 25 hours instead of 24! How will you spend that extra hour?Bay Realty Homer AlaskaSelling Real Estate in Homer Alaska Since 1974BayRealtyAlaska.com Facebook @BayRealtyAlaska For More Information Call 907-235-6183#AlaskaRealEstate #BayRealtyAlaska #HomerAlaskaRealEstateCelebrate Bay Realty 50 Year Anniversary!Bay Realty Offers You the Knowledge You Need to Sell, Rent or Buy Property on the Kenai Peninsula.  Information is Power and we give You the Power to make the Right Decision for YOU! Our area offers Beautiful Homes, Recreational Cabins, View properties, Private Remote Property, Beach And Waterfront Properties, Islands, Waterfalls, Bluff Homes and Bluff Land, R...
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By Bob "RealMan" Timm, Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker
(Ward County Notary Services)
Just to be clear there is little to no wisdom in this post.I'm sure we have all heard stories of some common object uncommonly looking like something or someone else. Upon the discovery the object is put on eBay and it sells for a ridiculous price. Well, my opportunity popped in this weekend.This half popped kernel of popcorn certainly looks enough like Santa and being we are close to Christmas I'm sure it will bring me a million and then I can finally retire. Anyone wish to bid the first million? 
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By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired
(Wayne M Martin)
Trivia questions for Sunday November 3, 20241. A pluot is a hybrid of what two fruits? Plum and apricot2. What disability did Thomas Edison have? he was hearing impaired3. What is the common name for a travelator"? Moving walkway4. What is the average life cycle of a red blood cell? 120 daysTrivia questions for Monday November 4, 20241. What planet did Alf come from?2. What does the Schmidt index measure?3. What is the literary term for a play on words?4. What country is home to Volvo?Enjoy your day.
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