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Following up on my vow in yesterday's "Happy Birthday, Long Hollow" post, I'm going to try to share more "short and sweet"s here rather than dumping it all at once on you. We'll see how that goes…

I can't describe how it feels to help someone move closer to their dreams…especially someone you've known for almost twenty years…

… someone who helped you get a job when you needed to pay for kids' braces and drivers education…

…someone who is just one of the sweetest people you've ever met.

When I got the phone call this evening letting me know my friend Kim's offer on an adorable home was the one accepted out of a four-offer situation, I really couldn't believe it. In fact, my phone rang three times before I answered it, because I expected to hear "I'm so sorry, but…"

Instead, I heard, "Congratulations…"

Pinch me. I must be dreaming!

This was actually the second house we'd tried for. The first went into multiple offers right away, as well. Would you believe this latest house had only been on the market 1 day?

It's crazy around here, folks, I'm telling you.

Before getting into real estate, I asked all of my Realtor friends to share their input. One friend had loved it, but had eventually gotten a job with a steady paycheck and set hours. "You work 24/7", she told me.

But I was already working 24/7, and not making any money. It was worth a try, especially in a job where I could help people.

Some days are tough, I'll admit. But days like today make it all worthwhile.

 

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16 responses to “It feels so good…”

  1. Lady Fi Avatar

    Oh, that IS good news! Well done. And I love this photo of the dogs.

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  2. Hilary Avatar

    How wonderful.. congrats to you and to your friend. 🙂

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  3. Tabor Avatar

    Your children are grown so such a career is not so difficult. It would be if you were younger.

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  4. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Yes, I think it would be, too, although I work with many who have young children and some who do this part-time. I don't know how!
     

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  5. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thanks, Hilary! It's a great first step. I'll really celebrate after closing!
     

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  6. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    You can imagine the celebration when we close on the house!
     

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  7. lisa Avatar

    Congratulations, Barbara!!
    This really is wonderful news.

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  8. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thank you, Lisa! I know it's just a step through the door on our way to getting her this home, but just the door opening is worthy of a celebration to me!
     

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  9. Wolf Pascoe Avatar

    Way to go! Is this sale #2, or have I lost count?

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  10. Suldog Avatar

    I suppose real estate is much like writing. You get a few rejections, sometimes it takes a while to get paid, but when you sell one it’s a huge kick and when you actually connect meaningfully with someone on the other end it’s an absolute thrill. Congratulations, to you and your friend!

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  11. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Yes, it is a lot like that, Jim. I hadn't thought of it that way, though. No wonder I love it. Thanks!
     

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  12. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Well, at the risk of jinxing it, this will be sale #2. It was a long time coming, but I won't complain (anymore) about that (I hope.) I have a few listings that should sell pretty fast once they come on the market, and another pretty serious buyer. My garden is finally beginning to bloom!
     

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  13. lisleman Avatar

    Good that you are enjoying it. Now don’t turn negative but will you be sharing the bad stuff of real estate too?

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  14. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    What? There's bad stuff? (wink) Gosh, Bill, I don't know. For the most part, I haven't, but that doesn't mean I won't ever. I guess it will just depend on whether sharing it is of some kind of value or not, even if it's just of therapeutic value to me! 🙂
     

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  15. catskillblogger Avatar

    Congratulations! I imagine it’s a great feeling to be able to help other people with their dreams. I’ve never owned my own home, but it’s a long term goal of mine.

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  16. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    It is really a good feeling. I'm so glad I found a job where I can help people. I hope you reach that goal one day! Let me know if there's anything I can do to help. This client has been leasing for a couple of decades. Her mom told her she needed to buy something and she decided it was time, too.
     

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