2009: Mixed Emotions

It's been a while since I've updated this blog. I'd like to say it's because I've been so darned busy selling homes that I just haven't had the time. And while I was quite busy for several months (I had 5 closings in April alone! and I moved in September), that really wasn't the reason for my blogging absence.

I've had a hard time defining my purpose here. Do I want to locate and provide information for my clients to help them understand the inner workings of the buying and selling process? Do I want to keep my readers up on the ever-changing market conditions, the ebbing and flowing of this crazy business? Or is it my goal to share my impressions and experiences with you so that you can get to know me better before you call on me to assist you? Maybe you're already working with me and just want to see what I'm writing about today -- is that what I'm trying to focus on? I'm leaning towards -- yes, yes, yes and yes.

I've seen some blogs that are too informal, too casual and chatty; and while I can see some value in that, it's important to me to be as professional as I can be, since I take my career very seriously. On the other hand, I really really like what I do; and I think that's really important to share, as well.

So you see my dilemma.

I titled this posting, "Mixed Emotions" for several reasons, some of which are now clear. But I also have those feelings because -- despite the crappy market conditions -- I've been blessed with the opportunity to work with some wonderful people this year and make a little money along the way.

This year hasn't been good a lot of Realtors ®. Many other professions are suffering, as well. But better times are ahead.

I'll be devoting more time here in the future. I'll try to keep a balance of informative postings with occasional narratives on something that happened to me that I simply wanted to tell you about. Let me know what you think.