May this 4th of July bring you much happiness! I wanted to share this quote with you, from Erma Bombeck, a talented columnist you may even recall. I think she captured one of the great truths about this great country of ours: “You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, … Continue reading The Joys of Independence Day in Austin TX
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The Joys of Independence Day in Austin TX
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You can learn a lot by interviewing Austin, TX real estate agents
As many of you know, we’re in a growth mode here at Fine Austin Living, and as we’ve been meeting a bunch of terrific agents over the past several weeks, a friend passed along this handy tool to help translate the “interview-speak” we’ve been encountering recently. It’s always interesting to meet others, learn about their … Continue reading You can learn a lot by interviewing Austin, TX real estate agents
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Yes, even Austin gets snow on occasion!
Life here in Central Texas, aka the Live Music Capital of the World, doesn’t usually include thoughts of snowflakes, roaring fires, and windshield de-icers. But this morning, in a rare gift from Mother Nature … thanks to the “monster storm” the rest of the country is experiencing … we got dusted with about an inch … Continue reading Yes, even Austin gets snow on occasion!
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Real Estate Humor – the state of the market
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Happy Thanksgiving! From all of us at Fine Austin Living
May your stuffing be tasty May your turkey be plump, May your potatoes and gravy Have never a lump. May your yams be delicious And your pies take the prize, And may your Thanksgiving dinner Stay off of your thighs! Happy Thanksgiving to you, And those you are near Wake up early on Black Friday … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving! From all of us at Fine Austin Living
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Age gives us an Enlightened Perspective on Life
PART 2 of 2 Continuing from my earlier post, if you will take the time to read these you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective on living life to its fullest potential! * I’ve learned…. That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you. * … Continue reading Age gives us an Enlightened Perspective on Life
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As we grow older, we get an Enlightened Perspective!
Part 1 of 2 If you will take the time to read these you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily basis! * I’ve learned…. That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. * I’ve learned…. That just one person saying … Continue reading As we grow older, we get an Enlightened Perspective!
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If at First You Don’t Succeed…Good for You!
Maybe you’ve heard or read the phrase “Success leaves clues.” Hopefully, you’re also aware that failure also leaves clues. Do you think people are paying attention to those clues? During this current recession, the number of millionaires in the United States has dropped by 18 percent. That is a huge number. But you can be fairly … Continue reading If at First You Don’t Succeed…Good for You!
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Words to live by, as another year marches on …
HOW TO STAY YOUNG 1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and height. Let the doctors worry about them. That is why you pay them. 2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down. 3.Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever, even ham radio. Never let the brain idle. … Continue reading Words to live by, as another year marches on …
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Are YOU the Best Ever….?
A thought for today… Years ago I heard a story of a dad named Paul who gave his young son a small chalkboard to practice writing on. One evening his son called out from the bedroom, “Dad, how do you spell best?” Paul answered him. Moments later, the boy hollered, “How do you spell kid?” … Continue reading Are YOU the Best Ever….?
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