With all the hustle and bustle of the start of the holidays, this can be a very busy time of year. Family dinners, parties and get togethers are a wonderful way to reconnect with the ones you care about.
I will be hosting Thanksgiving dinner for my family this week, for the first time! I cooked a turkey last year for my group of friends, so this is not my first bird, but I am still nervous about it. I love to cook and entertain, and I know family will be fine if we have order pizza instead, but there is something intimidating about those things! I've assigned side dishes to family members, and should have everything under control and ready to roll by 6pm on Thursday. I'm looking forward to it.
Here's to wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving. Even though these are trying times for this country, we can all sit down and be thankful for a nice meal with our loved ones.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Here's to High Hopes for The Holidays
Can you believe that this time next week, the turkeys will be in the oven, awaiting our Thanksgiving feasts?!
The year has gone by quickly, and with all the doom and gloom of the news over the economy and real estate markets, it sure puts a damper on what should be "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year". Here's what I plan to do regardless.
Decorate--with what I already have, no need for too many new ornaments this year.
Shop--frugally, stores are offering enticing deals to lure customers in, I still plan to get thoughtful gifts, not flashy ones.
Party--checking my calendar today, I saw that I've got quite a few parties to attend this holiday season! Yay! I plan to use those opportunities to mix and mingle with the circle of friends I have, and be thankful for every minute. I plan to network too, hopefully someone will have a good lead for me.
Be thankful--for my health, family, and friends. It can only look up from here!
The year has gone by quickly, and with all the doom and gloom of the news over the economy and real estate markets, it sure puts a damper on what should be "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year". Here's what I plan to do regardless.
Decorate--with what I already have, no need for too many new ornaments this year.
Shop--frugally, stores are offering enticing deals to lure customers in, I still plan to get thoughtful gifts, not flashy ones.
Party--checking my calendar today, I saw that I've got quite a few parties to attend this holiday season! Yay! I plan to use those opportunities to mix and mingle with the circle of friends I have, and be thankful for every minute. I plan to network too, hopefully someone will have a good lead for me.
Be thankful--for my health, family, and friends. It can only look up from here!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Realtors n' Rita's
Yay! We made it half way through the week!
I took the tour of the new Realtor. com this morning. It looks pretty good. I am glad to see they are catching up with the map searches, and allowing more photos and videos. When I was at the National Convention last week, internet presence was the biggest tip for 2009. One reason I started this blog! To take a look at it, go to www.TourTheNewRealtor.com I think it is going to help it become a more useful and popular search engine as the market picks up after the holidays.
Wednesdays are when I start to think about the weekend, and what I'll be up to. This weekend, I'll be heading to Sullivans and Solas in Downtown Raleigh for a birthday party--sure to be a blast. Steaks and Martini's--who can argue with that?!
If you are looking for a little midweek fiesta fix, La Cocina in Cary, off Highway 64 near MacGregor offers .99 margaritas on Wednesdays! Ole!
I took the tour of the new Realtor. com this morning. It looks pretty good. I am glad to see they are catching up with the map searches, and allowing more photos and videos. When I was at the National Convention last week, internet presence was the biggest tip for 2009. One reason I started this blog! To take a look at it, go to www.TourTheNewRealtor.com I think it is going to help it become a more useful and popular search engine as the market picks up after the holidays.
Wednesdays are when I start to think about the weekend, and what I'll be up to. This weekend, I'll be heading to Sullivans and Solas in Downtown Raleigh for a birthday party--sure to be a blast. Steaks and Martini's--who can argue with that?!
If you are looking for a little midweek fiesta fix, La Cocina in Cary, off Highway 64 near MacGregor offers .99 margaritas on Wednesdays! Ole!
Monday, November 17, 2008
Mondays are for fresh starts
Mondays are always like a blank slate for me. You can start over with new ideas for the week, new plans, new fun for the coming weekend!
With coffee in hand, I start out with a brainstorming hour in the morning. Thinking of new ways to generate real estate leads, checking out the newest homes on the market through our MLS, and contacting prospects.
The real estate market always slows down at the holidays, but this is the best time to start generating ideas and strategies for the new year.
Monday's pick for a great dinner:
Peak City Grill & Bar, Salem Street, Downtown Apex
ALL YOU CAN EAT RIBS for $19.95--www.peakcitygrill.com
With coffee in hand, I start out with a brainstorming hour in the morning. Thinking of new ways to generate real estate leads, checking out the newest homes on the market through our MLS, and contacting prospects.
The real estate market always slows down at the holidays, but this is the best time to start generating ideas and strategies for the new year.
Monday's pick for a great dinner:
Peak City Grill & Bar, Salem Street, Downtown Apex
ALL YOU CAN EAT RIBS for $19.95--www.peakcitygrill.com
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Who is the Hungry House Hunter?
Everyone has their favorite neighborhood eatery. Whether its a coffee shop that knows just how you take your first cup of morning brew (I'm a 1 cream and 2 Splenda girl myself), or the pizza place that you head to every Friday to enjoy the wine special and catch up with friends---most of us have at least one home away from home. A place where we know the menu, know the people, and find great food.
As a realtor in the Triangle area of NC, I work mostly with buyers. Some of my clients may already know this wonderful place I call home, and some are just beginning to discover what it has to offer.
As much as I love helping a new client find the perfect home, I love to recommend where they can find their new "home away from home". I think it gives people a sense of community, belonging and can sometimes help make the transition easier when they move to a new place.
Everyone always like a good recommendation for where to eat, right?
I came up with the title rather quickly, and although it sounded a little silly, I thought it was catchy enough, that people would remember it.
I'm a native of the Triangle area, specifically Cary, and one of my favorite pastimes is to try new restaurants. It feels good to support the local guys, the ones who rely on word of mouth to keep their business going. Finding a great slice of pizza and 2.50 draft of cold beer is only the icing!
I hope folks will find this information useful, and fun. I think we can all use a little humor these days, and positive views on the real estate market as well.
Follow me as I wander Wake County digging up some of the best eateries the area has to offer. I am open for suggestion too--I'd love to hear where you think the best spots to get a great meal are.
For now, I must go, it is lunch time after all...
As a realtor in the Triangle area of NC, I work mostly with buyers. Some of my clients may already know this wonderful place I call home, and some are just beginning to discover what it has to offer.
As much as I love helping a new client find the perfect home, I love to recommend where they can find their new "home away from home". I think it gives people a sense of community, belonging and can sometimes help make the transition easier when they move to a new place.
Everyone always like a good recommendation for where to eat, right?
I came up with the title rather quickly, and although it sounded a little silly, I thought it was catchy enough, that people would remember it.
I'm a native of the Triangle area, specifically Cary, and one of my favorite pastimes is to try new restaurants. It feels good to support the local guys, the ones who rely on word of mouth to keep their business going. Finding a great slice of pizza and 2.50 draft of cold beer is only the icing!
I hope folks will find this information useful, and fun. I think we can all use a little humor these days, and positive views on the real estate market as well.
Follow me as I wander Wake County digging up some of the best eateries the area has to offer. I am open for suggestion too--I'd love to hear where you think the best spots to get a great meal are.
For now, I must go, it is lunch time after all...
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