We don't have to dream of a White Christmas

 

In my 35 years in Nelson, I think we have always had a white Christmas.  There was one year when it didn't snow until late on Christmas Eve, but we woke up to snow on Christmas morning.  I think that may have been the year the power went out on Christmas Day and many people had to get creative about cooking their dinners.  We were grateful that we follow a European tradition of having our "big meal" on the 24th, so we weren't adversely affected (except that we had to bundle up in the house).

 

We don't have to  be concerned about that this year.  This photo was taken this morning on Ward Street.  They are now advising against travel, but I understand that in Uphill & Rosemont, there is a LOT of snow!

 Reindeer Gender

According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, while both male and female reindeer grow antlers in the summer each year, male reindeer drop their antlers at the beginning of winter, usually late November to mid December. Female reindeer retain their antlers until after they give birth in the spring.

Therefore, according to every historical rendition depicting Santa's reindeer, every single one of them, from Rudolf to Blitzen........had to be a girl.

We should've known when they were able to find their way.

*Thanks to Pastor Tim for this joke!*
 

Do You Know A Buyer For This Home?

A very well maintained 2 - 3 bedroom, 2 bath home within walking distance of downtown Nelson.  This home has an outstanding view, double carport, large deck and a private, landscaped back yard.  It won't last long at $329,900.  Check out further details and photos on the web-site.

After 7 years, Drew and I have decided to work separately.  We will both be staying with RE/MAX RHC Realty, although at the moment Drew is on a leave of absence to deal with an urgent family matter.  The decision to go our own way was made before Drew's family situation arose.  I am grateful to Drew  for his hard  work and support, and hope that he will be back to selling in a very short while.

However, the decision to separate our business has caused me to review what we have been doing.  For example, does this newsletter get read?  Is it of value to those who read it?  Is there some other way that I could be communicating that would be more effective?  Is it time to give it a change -- or a rest?

I will need to set up a new site if I do continue with this newsletter format, unless I can figure out how to change the name on the current site.  So, I am asking for your feedback on what you like or don't like about this newsletter.  You can respond with a comment on-line, or you are welcome to send me an e-mail privately to lorne@rhcrealty.com

The business blog site, http://nelsonrealestate.inthekoots.com/ will continue.  If you haven't checked this one out, I try to have more real estate business topics there.

A few more snow scenes taken this morning.

 

Praying For Gifts

Two young boys were spending the night at their grandparents the week before Christmas.

At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers when the youngest one began praying at the top of his lungs.

"I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE..."

"I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO..."

"I PRAY FOR A NEW I-POD..."

His older brother leaned over and nudged the younger brother and said, "Why are you shouting your prayers? God isn't deaf."

To which the little brother replied, "No, but Grandma is!"

*Thanks to Pastor Tim for this joke! *

 

 Calendars - I have delivered a lot of calendars to clients and people around town this year.  I still have some left, so if you are not on my delivery list, give me a call.  If you are out of town, I'll gladly drop one in the mail for you.

So, with that I'll wrap up this month's post, and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Our home will be full this year, as all of our family will be home, starting this weekend.

I guess it's a good thing that the house didn't sell.  We're going to fill it up with family one more time.
 

 Lorne