Need to remember to save, save, save...had my blog completed and by accident erased it....So here I go again.

Yesterday was a very exciting day for my client.  He purchased his 1st home (and at such a young age).  I'm sure his family is proud of him and I feel a sense of pride for him as well!!  WOW.  kootoes to Joe.  

The closing went so smoothly at the Southern Essex District Registry of Deeds.  The loan was provided by the Stoneham Bank, with Cheryl Iby in charge.  Cheryl never lets me down!  When she says she is going to do something IT IS DONE!

The closing attorny was Matt of Peter DaMore Law Offices:

            Peter T. DaMore, Jr.

             279 Cambridge Street

             Burlington, MA 01803

             Tel. (781) 229-7900 x20

             Fax (781) 229-0872

Congratulations, JOE!

 Joe was so kind to do a testimonial...please watch.  Thank you, Joe.

Had a great time playing at Patriot Place last night.

This is how I describe the other half of my team.  Joseph Militello is one of the kindest an most giving people I know.  He always has time to volunteer to raise money in the name of cancer.  Joe lost his father to this horrible disease and has made the "fight against cancer" a high priority in his life.

Recently he performed for the The Sarah Lufkin Memorial Scholarship Fund, which he has done for the over ten years.  The Sarah Lufkin Memorial Scholarship is named in honor of Sarah Lufkin who passed away from complications of leukemia in April 1997.  Friends of the family set up a scholarship fund to help students who are studying in a field that will have a direct effect on children. Sarah was studying Early Childhood Education at Salem State College when she was diagnosed.

Sarah Lufkin 

Our home has been filled with music and band members of the "Mockers" for the past 5 months getting ready for the George Harrison tribute.  A concert that raises money for research to find a cure for cancer.  

THE MOCKERS will again perform at GEORGE HARRISON TRIBUTE, at WHITE'S OF WESTPORT, in WESTPORT, Massachusetts on SATURDAY, February 18, 2012.

Doors OPEN at 5:30, and the tickets at the door are $15.00.

Raffles, dealers, and food are available.

Also appearing will be SHERMAN AND THE WAYBACKS, WAYNE CABRAL, BRITISH YANKEES, BEATLETRAX, PSYCHEDELIC RELICS, and THE CRYERS.

 All proceeds go to cancer research and hospice.

The Mockers are planning a very special set of George songs for you!

THANK YOU, JOE and the Mockers FOR DOING WHAT YOU DO!!! 

Went to the Economic Forecast Breakfast which was sponsored by the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce.

The meeting began with introductions from Mark Grenier, BankGloucester.  The meeting began with a short overview from Gloucester's own Edward Moscovitch with Cape Ann Economics.  Mr. Moscovitch introduced Massachusetts Housing and Economic Development Secretary Gregory Bialecki.  Secretary Greg Bialecki did not use one signle note, which indicated to me his knowledge and dedication to Massachusetts and it's economic development.

As an overview he discussed the following:

Where Mass has Been Historically-Worse than the rest of the country;

Our Present Condition -- The turn-around-time for Massachusetts was the best in the country and MA was the first state to recover from our current downturn.

Forcast - Putting a long term Plan/Agenda for Massachusetts into effect. Massachusetts is Choosing to Compete.

The meeting was held at the Gloucester Elks.

 The Meeting:

 Edward MoscovitchSecretary Greg Gialecki

Gloucester High School Economic Development Program Federally Funded

Participants!!!

I went to the The Northshore Business Forum breakfast meeting this morning and met some great people and learned something new about social networking.  

The speaker was Sonja Fridell, Director of Marketing & Business Development at BRAINSELL. She did an EXCELLENT job explaining the product and had a wonderful slide presentation to go along with your discussion.  It was an extremely informative meeting and I was extremely impress how easy it appears to get into social networking with BRAINSELL's CRM.

Met numerous people today and had many great conversations.  So you too can get to know these people, I've list their names and company's below:

Doug Hardy, Pembroke Data Supplies

Kate Victory Hannisian, Writer and Editor

lisa kawski, lmk interiors, ltd

Traci Lander, Handle with Care

Lindsay Scnabel, CWT Vacations

It was so much fun talking about vacations, social networking, writing content, eyeglass wear, and my parents!  I highly recommend coming to one of these meetings; it truely is so much FUN!

Yesterday I attended the January Homebased Businesswomen's Network, Inc. Luncheon Meeting.  What a wonderful time had by all the participants.  Some of the attendees were Tina and Natalie from Re/Max Advantage - Beverly Office, Barbara Evans - voice teacher & vocalist, Deborah Gauhier - Unfrancise Owner, Miriam Klamkin - Night Vision Astrology, The Penguin Lady, Dyan deNapoli, Kelly O'Connor - MaryKay to name a few of many great women.

Best of all was the speaker, Bonnie Herd Smith - History Smiths.  I was so moved by her presentation of inspiring women.  These women actually came from around here: Beverly, Salem, Peabody, Gloucester, Ipswich, Newburyport, and North Andover.  Theyovercame obstacles to achieve great success, and in do so improved their communities. Some of the familiar names I head were Elizabeth Peabody, Anne Bradstreet. Bonnie has written a book about these women and is diligently working to get her book published. 

I am a novel reader -- ONLY; however after hearing Bonnie I decided to place a pre-order for her book so I could learn more about these wonderful women who she mentioned throughout her speech. 

A day well-spent yesterday!

 Trulia 2012 Housing Forecast:  Boston Suburbs Among Top 5 Winners in 2012!!!!!!!

Cities with high tech industries or a skilled workforce will excel in 2012.

In 2012, the local housing markets that will enjoy rising prices, new construction or both, are those that start the year with stronger job growth and fewer empty homes holding back the market. My top five cities to watch are Austin TX, Houston TX, San Jose CA, the Boston suburbs, and Rochester NY. Most of these cities have strong high-tech industries or high-skill workforces. During the housing boom, the go-go cities tended to be lower-skill, lower-education metros. But in 2012, smart is hot.  

Went for a short walk this morning on Argilla Road.  Let me back up just a bit, we live on Argilla Road, just about one-mile from Crane's Beach.  I take many walks down Argilla, just hope I don't ever bore you with all the pictures I take because I do this all the time!!!  So here goes:  MY PICTURES:

This is the house next door; 259 Argilla Road, it was on the market.  Have had an opportunity to show it and let me tell you it is beautiful.  It recently sold for Sale Price: $1,400,000.

This is where I go for about an hour every day--to type for Clavel Ltd.  Pretty Neat Products!

 This is my favorite spot on Argilla--I'm sure you will see it again.

Went to the most delightful breakfast meeting this morning which was sponsorded by the Cape Ann Chamber of Cmmerce.   Representative Bruce Tarr was this to do the introductions.  Represented Schools and Principles:   Dan O'Connell, North Shore Technical High School, Philip Conrad, Rockport High School, Paul Murphy,Manchester Essex Regional High School, and Dr. Goodwin, Gloucester High School.  There were eight students who spoke and let me tell you each and everyone of them have extremely impressive stories to tell about their high schools, as well as their personal accomplishments!  I enjoyed this meeting throughly.  I also learned more about our community schools and what they have to offer to their students!

Today, like September 11th is a day to remember and take a moment to think about those lives lost..   The "Day  will live in Infamy" ...  We are very thankful for those who survived!  Attached is a great page outlining some of the detail as well as images of that tragic day.

Please take a moment of silence in rememberance of this day.

Instead of doing an open house today, I spent the day walking around Appleton Farms in Ipswich, Massachusetts.  It was chilly at first, but when the sun came out it warmed right up.    Just love taking those fall walks—so peaceful.

Got back yesterday from our trip to Cancun, Mexico.  My family has the same 3 week time-share at the Royal Sands every year!  It is always so much fun—the weather is always beautiful.  We have developed many relationships with the other members of the Royal Resorts because we all go down the same time, every year.   It is a no hassle vacation.  Thomas Moore picks us up from the airport and brings us back to the airport when our vacation is over.  We highly recommend Mexico and staying at the Royal Resorts! P.S.  The food is outstanding, the drinks delicious, and the service impeccable. 

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