Random Thoughts

THIS Is Why I Moved To Miami

December 1st, 2011 Categories: Random Thoughts

This post is not about real estate. It is just such an absolutely beautiful day in Miami that I had to shout it from the blog-tops! My HTC Evo says it’s 68 degrees in Miami right now. I am working from home today as it just makes more sense according to the location of my appointments. I just opened the front door and the windows and discovered that it’s much nicer this way, instead of having the a/c running.

When I lived in NYC it was either too hot or too cold to have the windows open. Except for that one or two day period in the spring and fall. Plus opening the windows over there meant I could hear the ambulance sirens a lot louder and the exhaust from the city bus could seep into my apartment a lot faster. No such issues here! I hear the birds outside and I smell nothing but fresh air.

How sweet it is!

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Living in Palmetto Bay or Pinecrest Can Help Your Health

October 20th, 2011 Categories: Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, Random Thoughts

It may seem like a bold statement to make, but living in Palmetto Bay or Pinecrest can help you live a healthier life according to a new study.   The study claims that living in better neighborhoods can keep some people from obesity and/or adult onset diabetes.

You can read about it here.  I know we already have great reasons for living in these beautiful Miami area neighborhoods.  But a couple more certainly don’t hurt.

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With a Quack, Quack Here

May 11th, 2011 Categories: About, Random Thoughts

When I moved to Miami from New York City ten years ago, one of the many things that were new to me were the canals throughout Miami-Dade County.  New York City has no flooding problems, unlike South Florida, where the canals were added many years ago to help with the flooding problems.

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The Great Gazoo in Miami?

March 21st, 2010 Categories: Random Thoughts

I don’t just sell real estate in Miami.  I have fun with the family too =)  Today we drove over to Naples for a cheerleading showcase.  Right after the performance we drove right back.

It’s a gorgeous day in Miami today.  There’s a gentle breeze and we have all the doors and windows open.  Family is visiting and the kids are outside having fun and breathing fresh air.  aaaaahhhhhhh.

Here’s a picture of my Little One in her transportation of choice: Grandpa’s golfcart!  Don’t you think she looks a little like the Great Gazoo?  Here’s a side-by-side for comparison:

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Family Heads Back to South Florida

February 16th, 2010 Categories: About, Random Thoughts, South Florida Living, The Redland

In the past few years there’s been so much talk of people leaving south Florida and heading north.  It seemed that was all I heard a few years back.  But homes have become affordable once again in Miami and surrounding areas.

I read an interesting story of a family who headed to North Dakota lured by the promise of small town life, sweetened by the offer of free land and money to get their home purchase on its way.

It’s been four years since the Tristanis moved and they’re apparently trying to come back to south Florida.  The beautiful weather here is just one of the many reasons.

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Like Being Separated At Birth – Sort Of

April 14th, 2009 Categories: Random Thoughts

I’ve been meaning to tell this story for months now, but business got in the way. I’m still swamped selling real estate, but I made some time this morning to finally get the story told.

I’ve added a link to my blogroll and it merits a story of its own. The link is to a “sister” site, “The Blog That Ate Manhattan.” It’s a witty, informative and authoritative site.

The blog belongs to Dr. Margaret Polaneczky. Yeah, you might be thinking “hey, a Realtor has time to waste spend on a blog. but shouldn’t a doctor be busy saving lives?” If so, you’re not getting this blogging thing. It gets under your skin and you make time for it, regardless of what else is going on in your life.

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