Bartlett, NH

SPRING IS HERE

THE GRASS HAS RIS'

I WONDER WHERE THE FISHIES IS!

We are getting ready for the Summer up here in Bartlett. One sure sign of the season is the stocking of the Ellis River here beside our office.

So grab your fly rod and come on up.

Don't forget your fishing license. www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fishing.htm

Oh by the way if you have some extra time and money maybe we can show you a nice condo while you're here!

www.Black-Bear-Realty.com

More notes from Florida.

This year we cut our annual trip down to three weeks. Along with some outstanding beach time, we had some side trips.

Of course, we had to do Disney! It was three days in the "Happiest Place on Earth!"

Animal Kingdom was really great!

Spring Is Here!

The Grass Has Ris'

I Wonder Where The BUYERS Is?

While the weather has been wonderfully mild this Spring. The Buyers are still very leery of taking advantage of the low prices and low interest rates. Sales in March continue to accelerate, but are running about one property a day, half of a normal March. www.Black-Bear-Realty.com had a very strong 1st quarter with over 2 million in sales.

The government's $8,000 credit for first time home buyers has not been a big driver in the white mountains since we are dependent on second home buyers. But, as more and more 1st time home buyers realize what a great bargain they are being offered it will get more homes under contract. Many will find it is cheaper to buy now than to rent, a good sign of the market bottom.

So get out and enjoy the Spring. The slow March sales are just "Water Under The Bridge!"

ESSC SKI DAY! & St Patrick's Day!

The best time of year and the best day with the kids!

45 - 55 Degees in the middle of March! "Who Could Ask For Anything More!"

I've learned.... That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

I've learned.... That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.

I've learned.... That when you're in love, it shows.

I've learned.... That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day.

I've learned.... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most
peaceful feelings in the world.

I've learned.... That being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned.... That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

I've learned.... That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to
help him in some other way.

I've learned.... That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when
I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.

I've learned.... That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the
end, the faster it goes.

I've learned.... That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.

I've learned.... That money doesn't buy class..

I've learned... That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated
and loved.

I've learned.... That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

I 've learned.... That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that
person continue to hurt you.

I've learned.... That love, not time, heals all wounds.

I've learned.... That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself
with people smarter than I am.

I've learned... That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

I've learned..... That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.

I've learned... That life is tough, but I'm tougher.

I've learned.... That opportunities are never lost, someone will take the ones you miss.

I've learned.... That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

I've learned.... That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time.

I've learned.... That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow
he may have to eat them..

I've learned.... That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

I've learned..... That when your newly born child holds your little finger in his
little fist, that you're in love for life.

I've learned.... That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the
happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.

I've learned.... That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.