To say the least, it's been a while!
I know, you have been so busy with your own lives that you probably are thinking, "I didn't even know that she was gone!" Well, I wasn't really gone. Just on a small break. You see, I decided back in the Spring, ( and really quite a while before then) to focus on my family. Mainly, my two children. Everyone says that they grow up so fast, you will blink and they will be gone. And I now know that "they" are right.
Chip recently started kindergarten, and I wanted to make sure that I had a lot of time with both him and Holly this past summer. I put real estate on the back burner, and made them the full focus of my attention. And we had a blast.
We almost lived at the pool, took several day trips to the beach. (With my income dropping to almost nothing, I had to be creative, and several day trips is much less than a week in a hotel or condo). We also took advantage of the Regal Cinemas at North Hills, with their $1.00 movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and the free bowling for kids at Sparians Bowling Boutique at North Hills East on Thursdays. So we stayed busy, and didn't break the bank.
But as the title states, I AM BACK! Both of the kids are in school, and I have found that you there is just so much organization that you can do around the house.
So if you are interested in real estate in the Raleigh Area, Midtown or North Hills Area, just contact me. I would love to hear from you!
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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!
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Girls Night Out is not what it used to be.
I have determined that I never want to be an "empty nester." I came to this conclusion this past weekend, while my husband Peter and my two adorable children, Chip and Holly, were in Bellhaven (on the Intercoastal Waterway may I add) visiting their Mema and PaPa, while I was here showing property to a client. There have been weekends where the kids were with their grandparents, but I have never had both the kids and the hubby away at the same time. Having no one to look after really threw a wrench in my weekend.
So after a day of showing property in Johnston County (and Lea, my client, will tell you that is an adventure in itself, and will make an excellent blog post). I arrived back in Raleigh/Midtown and decided to make my way to the new Harris Teeter. I have been there twice before, once with the Falls/Midtown CAC and another time just to pick up a couple of things for the neighborhood martini party. But this time was different. I wasn't on a time schedule, and I didn't have two kids in tow. Ahhh, bliss!
The paper and the other blog posts have it right, this is really a social event for our neighborhood. Not only do I seen neighbors that I know there, but I see neighbors that know me, but I may not have met them yet. It's a great way, besides the Quail Hollow Swim Club and the Hill and Hollow Club to find out what is going on in the neighborhood.
I was amazed by the selection of Boar's Head Meats and Cheeses, and the amount of prepared foods is astounding. I may never have to make a home cooked meal again! The Asian bar looked a little less inviting, due to the limited amount of choices, but then I saw lots of carts with take out trays in them, so I came to the conclusion that everyone must be having Asian food for dinner. Remembering that I needed some laundry detergent, I took my cart and headed to the ultra cool glass elevator. And if you don't think that this store is urban upscale, just tell that to the elevator operator. I mean, how many grocery stores in "cosmopolitan" cities have their very own elevator operator. Not many, I can guess.
I did strike up a conversation with a shopper on the way back down to the first floor. We both thought that the new store was great, and the selection was good. But the store nor the elevator operator have had to direct traffic during a high shopping day, such as Memorial Day weekend, Easter, and let's definately not forget the day before Thanksgiving. With an elevator that only holds three shopping carts comfortably, it should make for a great spectator sport.
All in all, the new North Hills East is a welcome addition to the area and our neighborhood. And to other non-midtown dwellers as well. I even saw someone from my church there, and I know where he lives, and this is not the closest grocery store to his house.
I guess everyone wants to be part of our new "Urban Upscale."
So after a day of showing property in Johnston County (and Lea, my client, will tell you that is an adventure in itself, and will make an excellent blog post). I arrived back in Raleigh/Midtown and decided to make my way to the new Harris Teeter. I have been there twice before, once with the Falls/Midtown CAC and another time just to pick up a couple of things for the neighborhood martini party. But this time was different. I wasn't on a time schedule, and I didn't have two kids in tow. Ahhh, bliss!
The paper and the other blog posts have it right, this is really a social event for our neighborhood. Not only do I seen neighbors that I know there, but I see neighbors that know me, but I may not have met them yet. It's a great way, besides the Quail Hollow Swim Club and the Hill and Hollow Club to find out what is going on in the neighborhood.
I was amazed by the selection of Boar's Head Meats and Cheeses, and the amount of prepared foods is astounding. I may never have to make a home cooked meal again! The Asian bar looked a little less inviting, due to the limited amount of choices, but then I saw lots of carts with take out trays in them, so I came to the conclusion that everyone must be having Asian food for dinner. Remembering that I needed some laundry detergent, I took my cart and headed to the ultra cool glass elevator. And if you don't think that this store is urban upscale, just tell that to the elevator operator. I mean, how many grocery stores in "cosmopolitan" cities have their very own elevator operator. Not many, I can guess.
I did strike up a conversation with a shopper on the way back down to the first floor. We both thought that the new store was great, and the selection was good. But the store nor the elevator operator have had to direct traffic during a high shopping day, such as Memorial Day weekend, Easter, and let's definately not forget the day before Thanksgiving. With an elevator that only holds three shopping carts comfortably, it should make for a great spectator sport.
All in all, the new North Hills East is a welcome addition to the area and our neighborhood. And to other non-midtown dwellers as well. I even saw someone from my church there, and I know where he lives, and this is not the closest grocery store to his house.
I guess everyone wants to be part of our new "Urban Upscale."
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
North Hills East Harris Teeter Opens this AM!
Raleigh’s much anticipated two-story Harris Teeter opens in its new location underneath the Park & Market Apartments in North Hills on Wednesday at 8am. There will be a ribbon cutting and then the store is open to the public.
Being 26,000 square feet bigger, the new HT will provide the same quality service and products you’ve always enjoyed. PLUS:
- meals-on-the-go Asian Bar, Pizza Bar, and Salad Bar
- access to 750 covered parking spaces
- open 24-hours
- wider selection of products and groceries throughout two floors
- direct in-building elevator access for Park & Market residents
Be sure and drop by the new Harris Teeter this week and check back here for updates on openings for all the new stores and restaurants at North Hills East!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Fall Fashion Season Event Guide
The trendiest trunk shows, events, sales and styles of Fall - only at North Hills.
September 3: Glo de Vie Med Spa, 6:30 pm - Join Glo de Vie for a Lash, Lips & Hips Party to kick off the stylish season ahead.
September 3-7: Possibilities Boutique - Steel Pony Trunk Show
September 9-10: Cameron Clothing Co. - Sara Campbell Trunk Show
September 10-13: Possibilities Boutique - Anniversary Celebration
September 11-13: Charlotte’s Jewelry & Gifts - Mollybeads Fall Showing & Gift with Purchase Event
September 17: Vermillion, 1pm & 6pm - Fall Fashion Show
September 17: GIRLS NIGHT OUT at NORTH HILLS, 6pm-8pm. Sip champagne as you shop the fall collections of 20 locally-owned North Hills Boutiques.
September 18: The Boutiques of North Hills present Old Avenue in Concert, 6:30pm-8:30pm. You saw these musicians perform during Raleigh Fashion Week, now there live at North Hills. Shop, stroll & take in the sounds of Old Avenue.
September 18-19: Liles Clothing Studio - VK Nagrani & Oxxford Trunk Show
September 23: Charlotte’s 6:00pm - Back to School Night and Moon and Lola Trunk Show.
There will be drawings for free jewelry and Charlotte’s gift certificates. Kelly Shatat the designer and owner of Moon and Lola will be here with her new collection.
OCTOBER
October 1: Vivace, The Spectacle, Vermillion, Scout & Molly’s, Luxe Apothecary, Von Kekel Salon Spa 6pm-9pm - Strides to Fashion: A Red Carpet Fashion Show at Vivace to benefit the American Cancer Society.
October 16-17: Liles Clothing Studio - Adrian Jules & Platinum Trunk Show
October 20-21: Elaine Miller Collection - Mazza Company Trunk Show
October 21-22: Vermillion - Lela Rose Trunk Show
October 23: Glo de Vie Med Spa - Boo-Tox Party
Be sure to visit my website at www.LiveInRaleighMidtown.com for information on homes in the Midtown area.
Follow me on Twitter at www. Twitter.com/MidtownRealtor
September 3: Glo de Vie Med Spa, 6:30 pm - Join Glo de Vie for a Lash, Lips & Hips Party to kick off the stylish season ahead.
September 3-7: Possibilities Boutique - Steel Pony Trunk Show
September 9-10: Cameron Clothing Co. - Sara Campbell Trunk Show
September 10-13: Possibilities Boutique - Anniversary Celebration
September 11-13: Charlotte’s Jewelry & Gifts - Mollybeads Fall Showing & Gift with Purchase Event
September 17: Vermillion, 1pm & 6pm - Fall Fashion Show
September 17: GIRLS NIGHT OUT at NORTH HILLS, 6pm-8pm. Sip champagne as you shop the fall collections of 20 locally-owned North Hills Boutiques.
September 18: The Boutiques of North Hills present Old Avenue in Concert, 6:30pm-8:30pm. You saw these musicians perform during Raleigh Fashion Week, now there live at North Hills. Shop, stroll & take in the sounds of Old Avenue.
September 18-19: Liles Clothing Studio - VK Nagrani & Oxxford Trunk Show
September 23: Charlotte’s 6:00pm - Back to School Night and Moon and Lola Trunk Show.
There will be drawings for free jewelry and Charlotte’s gift certificates. Kelly Shatat the designer and owner of Moon and Lola will be here with her new collection.
OCTOBER
October 1: Vivace, The Spectacle, Vermillion, Scout & Molly’s, Luxe Apothecary, Von Kekel Salon Spa 6pm-9pm - Strides to Fashion: A Red Carpet Fashion Show at Vivace to benefit the American Cancer Society.
October 16-17: Liles Clothing Studio - Adrian Jules & Platinum Trunk Show
October 20-21: Elaine Miller Collection - Mazza Company Trunk Show
October 21-22: Vermillion - Lela Rose Trunk Show
October 23: Glo de Vie Med Spa - Boo-Tox Party
Be sure to visit my website at www.LiveInRaleighMidtown.com for information on homes in the Midtown area.
Follow me on Twitter at www. Twitter.com/MidtownRealtor
Friday, September 11, 2009
The State of Real Estate in Midtown Magazine
I am happy to announce that the new issue of Midtown Magazine has hit the shelves, and I was honored to be interviewed for an article titled "The State of Real Estate."
To give a quick synoposis of the article:
"How's business? That's the first questions folks in teh real estate industry hear these days. Here, we give you the scoop and show you some of Midtown's "Best Addresses."."
So if you are around the Midtown area, please pick up a copy of the magazine, and if not, feel free to let me know, and I will be happy to send one to you.
Have a great weekend and remember:
If you are looking for a new address in Midtown, try this one:
www.LiveInRaleighMidtown.com
To give a quick synoposis of the article:
"How's business? That's the first questions folks in teh real estate industry hear these days. Here, we give you the scoop and show you some of Midtown's "Best Addresses."."
So if you are around the Midtown area, please pick up a copy of the magazine, and if not, feel free to let me know, and I will be happy to send one to you.
Have a great weekend and remember:
If you are looking for a new address in Midtown, try this one:
www.LiveInRaleighMidtown.com
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