The photo would help!
Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW
Monday, May 17, 2010
Lunch @ThePit in Raleigh!
Yummy Fried Green Tomatos! Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW 919.272.4754 www.LiveInRaleighMidtown.com mailto:LisaColeman@HPW.com Visit my blog: www.RaleighMidtownBlog.Blogspot.com
Coldwell Banker HPW 919.272.4754 www.LiveInRaleighMidtown.com mailto:LisaColeman@HPW.com Visit my blog: www.RaleighMidtownBlog.Blogspot.com
Monday, May 10, 2010
Oh The Places You Go...And the People That you Meet-and the Life Lessons you Learn.
It wasn't until a couple of years ago that I became familiar with the Dr. Seuss book "Oh! The Places You'll Go." (I must have been the only college graduate in the country that didn't receive that as one of my graduation gifts.)
My first experience with this was with another agent in my office. She works as a buyer's agent for another agent, and he gave her that book for Christmas. She was a little disappointed, because the year before he had given her a beautiful gold bracelet. But with the economy and real estate down, I guess a $9.00 book was all he could afford that year. But she was less than thrilled. Then I came across the idea of it again last summer during Vacation Bible School. But added on the end of this popular title was "And the People You Can Help."
This book title came to mind to me this weekend as I stumbled around Raleigh with my family. Although we didn't leave town, we went several different places and the people that I met...Oh!
My first stop was North Hills on Friday afternoon. I was headed to Harris Teeter, and since it was such a beautiful day out, I decided to stop at Starbucks for an iced coffee and a little break. While in Starbucks, I struck up a conversation with a young girl (now that I am in my 40's, all 20 somethings are young girls). She was distraught that all the cards with the code to the free music download from Starbucks website were gone. She kept asking if the barista didn't have just one or two more lying around.
Then I remembered that I had one such card in my purse. I had picked it up the day before, and hadn't used it yet. I took mine out and offered it to her. She was like a kid at Christmas!
My lesson learned here was about the power of music. What was trivial to me was a huge deal to this young girl. I hope she enjoys the song, and remembers to hit Starbucks on Tuesday when the new cards come out.
As I walked back to my car, I met Jimmy Carter. No, it's not the famous ex-peanut farmer, ex-president, founder of Habitat for Humanity Jimmy Carter, but 50 something, Raleigh resident, artist in training Jimmy Carter. He was stitting by the large fountain across from Certain Things, painting a street scene. We struck up a conversation, and I learned that he had not always been an artist.
When Jimmy turned 50, he decided to try something new, so he started taking art classes. That was two years ago, and he is now getting ready for the Plein Air Art Festival that will be held at North Hills in June. He said that he had always had an interest and decided that now was a great time to start. His work will be on display during the festival and be available for sale during the silent auction the last day of the festival.
My lesson learned here was that you are never too old to try something new and different. Jimmy would have turned 50 anyway, so now he is a 50 something artist. And a good one I can add. See my photo blog at www.MidtownPhotoBlog.com to meet him.
Saturday morning too us to the gym. It seems that every time I am there, I see this person. He's not the hunky, beefcake type that you see at 5:30 each day, trying his best to try to look cool while working out. This young man is about 90 years young. I got a chance to talk with him while working out this past weekend, and what a story he has.
He goes to the gym at least six days a week, and tries to go everyday if he can. He doesn't drive any more, due to his eyes failing, so one of his three children take him. All three were there that morning. He told me that five years ago he had to use a walker to get around, and was always tired. So he decided to join the gym.
Through weight training and some cardo, he has been able to ditch his walker, and has tons of energy. He works out to not only save his body but his mind. He's a perfect example of not growing old gracefully, but fighting it every step of the way.
The lesson learned here was that if you take care of your body, it will take care of you. Exercise, eat right, and maybe at 90 you will still be going strong.
We went to Shelly Lake on Sunday for a picnic lunch and to let the kids play. As I pushed Holly on the swing I started talking with a mom with a two month old in a stroller. She also had a one year old, a five year old, a nine year old and an eleven year old! WHEW! But as her children played on the swings and the slides, she sat on the bench, relaxed, not worried about a thing. Even when one fell off the swing, she told them to get up, shake it off and get back on.
Lesson learned here, having two kids is nothing when you have five to chase after. I am going to try to not get so worked up when one of mine falls down. Shake it off and get back up and get going.
My point of all of this is that you don't have to go far to meet interesting people, discover new things, and learn more about life's lessons. It's all around you if you just look.
You can always see more about what is happening around Raleigh and Midtown at my photo blog at www.RaleighMidtownBlog.com and also at my Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/MidtownRealtor. Please click the like button if you want to keep up with what's happening in the area and with what is happening in real estate.
Have a great Monday!
My first experience with this was with another agent in my office. She works as a buyer's agent for another agent, and he gave her that book for Christmas. She was a little disappointed, because the year before he had given her a beautiful gold bracelet. But with the economy and real estate down, I guess a $9.00 book was all he could afford that year. But she was less than thrilled. Then I came across the idea of it again last summer during Vacation Bible School. But added on the end of this popular title was "And the People You Can Help."
This book title came to mind to me this weekend as I stumbled around Raleigh with my family. Although we didn't leave town, we went several different places and the people that I met...Oh!
My first stop was North Hills on Friday afternoon. I was headed to Harris Teeter, and since it was such a beautiful day out, I decided to stop at Starbucks for an iced coffee and a little break. While in Starbucks, I struck up a conversation with a young girl (now that I am in my 40's, all 20 somethings are young girls). She was distraught that all the cards with the code to the free music download from Starbucks website were gone. She kept asking if the barista didn't have just one or two more lying around.
Then I remembered that I had one such card in my purse. I had picked it up the day before, and hadn't used it yet. I took mine out and offered it to her. She was like a kid at Christmas!
My lesson learned here was about the power of music. What was trivial to me was a huge deal to this young girl. I hope she enjoys the song, and remembers to hit Starbucks on Tuesday when the new cards come out.
As I walked back to my car, I met Jimmy Carter. No, it's not the famous ex-peanut farmer, ex-president, founder of Habitat for Humanity Jimmy Carter, but 50 something, Raleigh resident, artist in training Jimmy Carter. He was stitting by the large fountain across from Certain Things, painting a street scene. We struck up a conversation, and I learned that he had not always been an artist.
When Jimmy turned 50, he decided to try something new, so he started taking art classes. That was two years ago, and he is now getting ready for the Plein Air Art Festival that will be held at North Hills in June. He said that he had always had an interest and decided that now was a great time to start. His work will be on display during the festival and be available for sale during the silent auction the last day of the festival.
My lesson learned here was that you are never too old to try something new and different. Jimmy would have turned 50 anyway, so now he is a 50 something artist. And a good one I can add. See my photo blog at www.MidtownPhotoBlog.com to meet him.
Saturday morning too us to the gym. It seems that every time I am there, I see this person. He's not the hunky, beefcake type that you see at 5:30 each day, trying his best to try to look cool while working out. This young man is about 90 years young. I got a chance to talk with him while working out this past weekend, and what a story he has.
He goes to the gym at least six days a week, and tries to go everyday if he can. He doesn't drive any more, due to his eyes failing, so one of his three children take him. All three were there that morning. He told me that five years ago he had to use a walker to get around, and was always tired. So he decided to join the gym.
Through weight training and some cardo, he has been able to ditch his walker, and has tons of energy. He works out to not only save his body but his mind. He's a perfect example of not growing old gracefully, but fighting it every step of the way.
The lesson learned here was that if you take care of your body, it will take care of you. Exercise, eat right, and maybe at 90 you will still be going strong.
We went to Shelly Lake on Sunday for a picnic lunch and to let the kids play. As I pushed Holly on the swing I started talking with a mom with a two month old in a stroller. She also had a one year old, a five year old, a nine year old and an eleven year old! WHEW! But as her children played on the swings and the slides, she sat on the bench, relaxed, not worried about a thing. Even when one fell off the swing, she told them to get up, shake it off and get back on.
Lesson learned here, having two kids is nothing when you have five to chase after. I am going to try to not get so worked up when one of mine falls down. Shake it off and get back up and get going.
My point of all of this is that you don't have to go far to meet interesting people, discover new things, and learn more about life's lessons. It's all around you if you just look.
You can always see more about what is happening around Raleigh and Midtown at my photo blog at www.RaleighMidtownBlog.com and also at my Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/MidtownRealtor. Please click the like button if you want to keep up with what's happening in the area and with what is happening in real estate.
Have a great Monday!
Friday, May 7, 2010
Jimmy Carter's next contest is the Plein Air Art Festival
Meet Jimmy Carter! (no, this is not a joke). The Midtown PAAF is June 19-20, and Jimmy is working on his entry. Visit my Blog at Www.RaleighMidtownblog.com for more on my visit with Jimmy.
Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW
Smart Cars are at Midtown this weekend
The beautiful weather is perfect for test driving a Smart Car at North Hills in Raleigh. It's also great for searching for your new home. Feel free to contact me about the new home, I can't do much about the cars except sit here and admire them!
Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Tribute to Mother Earth at Learning Express at North Hills
Children's toy store, Learning Express, has a great window display for Earth Day. Reminding us we are never too young to start caring for our environment.
Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW
Meet Antoinette at Piola at North Hills!
Fabulous new Italian restaurant in Midtown/North Hills in Raleigh! Come visit and have one if the many White Pizzas!
Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW
Happy Mother's Day-The New Survivor Series
NEXT SURVIVOR SERIES -- For the guys out there, please do not get offended, this is all in fun! Happy Mother's Day
Six married men will be dropped on an island with one car
and 3 kids each for six weeks.
Each kid will play two sports and take either music or dance classes.
There is no fast food.Each man must take care of his 3 kids; keep his assigned house clean, correct all homework, complete science projects, cook, do laundry, and pay a list of 'pretend' bills with not enough money.
In addition,each man will have to budget enough money for groceries each week.
Each man must remember the birthdays of all their friends and relatives, and send cards out on time--no emailing.
Each man must also take each child to a doctor's appointment, a dentist appointment and a haircut appointment. He must make one unscheduled and inconvenient visit per child to the Emergency Room.
He must also make cookies or cupcakes for a school function.
Each man will be responsible for decorating his own assigned house, planting flowers outside, and keeping it presentable at all times. The men will only have access to television when the kids are asleep and all chores are done.
The men must shave their legs, wear makeup daily, adorn themselves with jewelry, wear uncomfortable yet stylish shoes, keep fingernails polished, and eyebrows groomed.
During one of the six weeks, the men will have to endure severe abdominal cramps, backaches, headaches,have extreme, unexplained mood swings but never once complain or slow down from other duties.
They must attend weekly school meetings and church, and find time at least once to spend the afternoon at the park or a similar setting.
They will need to read a book to the kids each nightand in the morning,feed them, dress them, brush their teeth and comb their hair by 7:30 am.
A test will be given at the end of the six weeks, and each father will be required to know all of the following information:
each child's
birthday
height
weight
shoe size
clothes size
doctor's name
the child's weight at birth, length, time of birth, and length of labor
each child's favorite color
middle name
favorite snack
favorite song
favorite drink
favorite toy
biggest fear
and
what they want to be when they grow up.
The kids vote them off the island based on performance. The last man wins only if...he still has enough energy to be intimate with his spouse at a moment's notice.
If the last man does win, he can play the game over and over and over again for the next 18-25 years, eventually earning the right to be called Mother!
After you get done laughing, share this with as many females as you think will get a kick out of it and as many men as you think can handle it.
Happy Mother's Day to Everyone!
Mura is the place for lunch in Midtown
Next time you are at Mura at North Hills, ask for the Sin City Roll. It's not on the menu, and I think it's the best kept secret in Raleigh!
Lisa Coleman, Broker
Coldwell Banker HPW
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