Real Estate in Northeast Florida and Around the World

Is it me or do people seem to be a bit merrier this year?  Last year, there was so much doom and gloom everywhere I went, I avoided going anywhere.  I stopped watching the news - except for the first 15 minutes of our local broadcast at 6 or 11, and the last 15 minutes of the morning local broadcast. My thinking is that what ever I need to know will be said in that time slot, and if they need to talk about it in another time slot - then it isn't so important.  I'm hearing from my friends and customers they are doing the same thing.  Too much "noise" out there.  I digress.....

So - this year, even the Salvation Army bellringers are happy. People greet me with smiles in the stores, my fellow Realtors are chipper and my neighbors are all waving and smiling.  I think the last couple of years has put perspective in everyone's life. Those that have jobs are really happy that they have them, those who have lost their jobs are thankful for the time they now have with their families and to do things which are enjoyable and less stressful.  I've asked many of my friends "what's going on", and I don't hear about their jobs, careers or new cars - I hear about their families and their hobbies.  I know that these are the things that keep a smile on my face, so perhaps others are finding the same remedy.

So, if you see me walking down the street, stop me and tell me "what's going on" with you.  I'd love to hear your great story!

See you around the neighborhood!