Call Your Mom and tell her "Thanks!"
Tue. February 16, 2010 at 04:13 AM
You know, everyone has a story, and not everyone has had an idyllic childhood. But, please catch the spirit of the message
Gratitude is powerful
Find something to thank your Mom for. Find something to thank someone for. No man is an island, we have an impact on -- and are impacted by others profoundly. Whether it's something BIG, something little. Life is so short and goes by so fast -- especially once you hit 40. (I hit 40-several years ago-- and it smacked me back pretty hard!) Anyway, that little word "thanks" is powerful. The whole world opens up when you focus beyond yourself--it is amazing.
It's more than a random act of kindness--it's a lovefest of good feelings, goosebumps and making the world a better place. The big "G" is for Gratitude.
The big "A" is for "Appreciation." Think about it, when something "appreciates" it means it becomes more valuable. Hmmmmm...food for thought...eh?
Mari Montgomery
Realtor, CRS, GRI, Cyberstar
Multi Million Dollar Producer
Readers Choice "Best Realtor" in Walker County
Texas Home Group
Huntsville TX including Elkins Lake/ Lake Conroe/ Lake Livingston
Direct: 936-355-8889
Copyright 2009.© East Texas Property Search, Inc. Mari Montgomery. All Rights Reserved.
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Huntsville TX Homes : Call Your Mom and tell her "Thanks!"
Tue. February 16, 2010 at 03:13 AM
Huntsville TX Homes : Call Your Mom and tell her "Thanks!"
You know, everyone has a story, and not everyone has had an idyllic childhood. But, please catch the spirit of the message
Gratitude is powerful
Find something to thank your Mom for. Find something to thank someone for. No man is an island, we have an impact on -- and are impacted by others profoundly. Whether it's something BIG, something little. Life is so short and goes by so fast -- especially once you hit 40. (I hit 40-several years ago-- and it smacked me back pretty hard!) Anyway, that little word "thanks" is powerful. The whole world opens up when you focus beyond yourself--it is amazing.
It's more than a random act of kindness--it's a lovefest of good feelings, goosebumps and making the world a better place. The big "G" is for Gratitude.
The big "A" is for "Appreciation." Think about it, when something "appreciates" it means it becomes more...
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Amaryllis--a gift in the winter-- Enjoy the music and the flower
Thu. February 4, 2010 at 10:30 PM
It is Spring in the midst of the cold winter (or as cold as it gets in TX) My lovely Amaryllis has bloomed. It was a Christmas gift from my Mother-in-Law.
She knows how much I LOVE this color (see pic below)
Anyway, whenever I look at this flower, I hear a lovely Italian song play in my mind. (Yes, you could say I hear voices in my head). Anyway, I thought you would enjoy the translation as well as a lovely redition by the always divine Cecilia Bartoli: Enjoy!
Amarilli, mia bella
Language: Italian
Amarilli, mia bella,
Non credi, o del mio cor dolce desio,
D'esser tu l'amor mio?
Credilo pur: e se timor t'assale,
[Dubitar non ti vale.]1
Aprimi il petto e vedrai scritto in core:
Amarilli, Amarilli, Amarailli
è il mio amore.
Amaryllis, my lovely one
Language: English
Amaryllis, my lovely one,
do you not believe, o my heart's sweet desire,
That you are my love?
Believe it thus: and if fear assails you,
Doubt not its truth.1
Open my breast and see written...
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Selling Tips--Post 2 of ????? Lake Conroe Real Estate-Huntsville TX Homes for Sale
Thu. February 4, 2010 at 06:10 AM
Selling Tips--Post 2 of ????? Lake Conroe Real Estate-Huntsville TX Homes for Sale
Selling Tip #3
Do NOT be there when potential buyers are looking at your house. You are a distraction. There is a 100% chance they will NOT see your house. It is a waste of time--don't even bother allowing them to come.
Selling Tip #4
USE a REALTOR--
If your dog is sick, would you take him or her to the Florist?
Would you have dry cleaner prepare your tax return?
Want to Sell your home? --use a professional--Call a Realtor!
Live in the Huntsville, Lake Conroe, Lake Livingston Market Areas? --call me!
You may also contact me for referrals outside of these market areas.
As a CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), I have a Network of the finest Realtors in the country to help you outside of these areas. Mari Montgomery
Realtor, CRS, GRI, Cyberstar
Multi Million Dollar Producer
Readers Choice "Best Realtor" in Walker County
Texas Home Group
Huntsville TX including Elkins Lake/ Lake...
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Potential Investors---Stop, Look and Listen Up!--It's in the Numbers--Huntsville TX Real Estate
Thu. February 4, 2010 at 04:27 AM
Potential Investors---Stop, Look and Listen Up!--It's in the Numbers--Huntsville TX Real Estate
So, you're an Investor interested in an investment involving rental property. hmmmmm...what do you think about these numbers?
Huntsville TX -- Home of Sam Houston State University--the fastest growing University in TX
City Overview
As of 2009, Huntsville's population is 37,747 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 7.01 percent.
The median home cost in Huntsville is $110,170.
Compared to the rest of the country, Huntsville's cost of living is 26.25% Lower than the U.S. average.
and Sam Houston State University---it is the FASTEST Growing University in Texas
Check out the projected growth:
"Said the Night Wind to the Shepherd Boy"---"Do you see what I see?" Okay that's a Christmas song--but my point is clear.
Are you a potential investor--Call me--let's talk. I have the tools including the web exposure to maximize your investment...
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Sold! My Favorite 4-Letter Word--- Huntsville TX Real Estate Rocks!
Thu. February 4, 2010 at 02:41 AM
Sold! My Favorite 4-Letter Word--P-e-n-d-i-n-g--my favorite 6 letter words and ....well, you get the drift----Huntsville TX Real Estate Rocks!
What a week so far-- In the space of just 1 week, I have gotten 2 houses within 50 feet of each other under contract. There is no more inventory in the neighborhood. Note to self--I need listings in Hidden Valley!
If you want to sell your home in Walker County (that's Huntsville and greater Huntsville), the Lake Conroe or Lake Livingston Market Areas. Call me! I sell homes! I was also voted Reader's Choice "Best Realtor--Walker County"
My marketing plan will give you maximum exposure for your property. I invest and re-invest my resouces to give my clients what they want and need--maximum exposure for their property, raising the probability of a sale for top dollar.
Is it time to sell? Then it's time to call YourSingingRealtor.com ...Mari ! ...
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Sunsets, porches, Elkins Lake Properties, Living Large in TX
Wed. February 3, 2010 at 04:05 AM
Wanna Live LARGE! The state -- TX, the place Elkins Lake in Huntsville TX. College town, National Forest, State Park, Great Home Values, Beaty and more beauty.
Where the wild west meets metropolitan Houston. An hour from Houston on I-45 and live IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FOREST.
Yeah, I'm biased--I live here!!! Check out my website www.ETPropertySearch.com and www.ElkinsLakePropertySearch.com
Here is a sunset pic from my porch--ENJOY!
Mari Montgomery
Realtor, CRS, GRI, Cyberstar
Multi Million Dollar Producer
Readers Choice "Best Realtor" in Walker County
Texas Home Group
Huntsville TX including Elkins Lake/ Lake Conroe/ Lake Livingston
Direct: 936-355-8889
Copyright 2009.© East Texas Property Search, Inc. Mari Montgomery. All Rights Reserved.
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery
Elkins Lake Real Estate--convenience, value, in the middle of the forest
Wed. February 3, 2010 at 03:48 AM
Holy Cannolli--Can you imagine living in the middle of the forest--the Sam Houston National Forest-with direct access to I-45--only an hour from Houston. Small town conveniences with beauty everywhere.
Golf--I mean all the golf you care to play--156/month. Yes, that's correct, it is NOT a typo! 2 swimming pools, lighted 24 hour acccess tennis courts, 3 stocked fishing lakes, 2 new playgrounds, hoops court, Country Club living--restaurant! It is wonderful. In the MIDDLE of Sam Houston National Forest. Not figuratively, I mean literally! Check it out!
Plus, Huntsville TX is a college town--not only that it is the home of Sam Houston State University--the fastest growing University in the state of Texas.
And Home Values--I am glad you asked. here is a snapshot of "Option Pending" homes in the neighborhood right now.
What is "Option Pending?" An option pending means that the seller has committed to sell the home to a buyer for a...
read full post »
Posted By: Mari Montgomery