Blog Archive

Accept and Walk Away

Since the day started, and having to be outside more than in, I found myself in a near constant state of hyper-awareness of the natural beauty surrounding me.  I believe it all started when I arrived at one of my listings a bit early for an 8:00 am showing.  With most of the City still in their Sunday morning slumber, the outdoors was delightfull … continue reading
Posted on July 16, 2017

Ditch Weeds

The heat and humidity creeped up on us today to where it arrived without notice.  It just about got me later this morning while I was out radically trimming back several rows of hedges.  By the time I was finished cutting them, I was dripping wet and ready for a cold one, but I knew I had to get those branches bagged and set aside so the mowing c … continue reading
Posted on July 15, 2017

There’d Be Volumes

One couldn't possibly turn down having days like today continue on thru the rest of the year.  I'll accept having rain storms in the night so to keep all the greenery lush.  I've been noticing many vegetable gardens around town, and they appear to be doing just fine.  I stopped at Shopko several days ago and noticed all the unsold plants and shr … continue reading
Posted on July 14, 2017

Frankenhouse

It was so much a beautiful day outside to where I found myself working at savoring each moment of it while out of the office.  Since I had some desk work to get completed early this morning, I did get a glimpse of the glorious sunrise as I was driving Downtown. Most don't realize how early a number of people are on the highway before 6:00 a.m who … continue reading
Posted on July 13, 2017

A Great Start-Up

It was quite the scorching day with the high humidity and temps in the 90's which made it feel all that much hotter.  I went out to preview a home today and while outside for only about five minutes, I could feel a sweat beginning to break out from within.  I'm sure this weather is all the more miserable for the many North Iowa residents who've b … continue reading
Posted on July 12, 2017

The Chills

It seemed nearly all I did today was perform follow-ups and get emails returned. From the looks of it, I'll be busy the rest of the week with showings. Now that the inventories have dropped, we're seeing more sales of those less desirable homes along with the continued spiking of prices on those that are the most popular with buyers. As I've menti … continue reading
Posted on July 11, 2017

Mode of Doing Business

It came as a delightful surprise being awakened in the night by a thunderstorm.  I haven't yet looked to see how much rain we received, but every little bit helps.  Certainly there was a measurable amount after seeing the number of puddles in the streets while driving to work this morning. The day was a bit slow, so I figured it to be time again … continue reading
Posted on July 10, 2017

Moo Moo Club

Since it was such a beautiful morning, I decided to stay home up until just before noon.  It was exceptionally pleasant scratching around outdoors without mosquitos bothering me.  I guess that's the upside of our recent rainless days.  We all know they can't reproduce as quickly since there's no standing water around.  Of course we do need some … continue reading
Posted on July 9, 2017

Timeless Inspiration

With all things considered, I decided to take part of my morning off and leisurely go about doing a little bit of this and that at my office while reflecting on the recent passing of a long-time soulmate.  I had several showings in mid-morning, but afterwards, I was back to my putzing/reflecting until it was time to head off to my public open hous … continue reading
Posted on July 8, 2017

Saved Over

Likely because the 4th of July was thrown into the mix of this week, I had to remind myself today it was Friday more than once.  As Friday's go, it was a bit on the abnormal side to where I just decided there would be no rhyme or reason to it all. I'm certainly glad the wind has changed to the northwest and bringing with it cooler and drier air. … continue reading
Posted on July 7, 2017

Crossing the Border

Today wasn't what I considered to be very pleasant while outside.  Once the temperatures climbed over 90 degrees, I decided to bulk up as many of my duties and appointments out of doors into one long outing.  I figured I would get most of them completed all at once so not to have the endless in and out agonies from cool to hot.  It worked pretty … continue reading
Posted on July 6, 2017

Catching the Currents

It looks like we're in for a few days of heat and humidity.  Being out and about more than normal today, I could tell the temps were starting to rise.  I don't think it bothers the people who're all the time out in it, because their bodies have grown accustomed, but those who're in air conditioned offices all day, get hit the hardest upon leaving … continue reading
Posted on July 5, 2017