Hondo, TX

If you are looking for something FUN to do in the Greater San Antonio area with your friends and family, HONDO CORN MAIZE is a MUST SEE & DO!

A 7-acre labyrinth of twists, turns, and dead ends carved into stalks over your head, offers an experience that is perfect for those hungry for fun.

Most participants, adults and children alike, spend an average of one hour trying to maneuver their way out of the mind-boggling puzzle.

But wait, there's more!

A huge hit every year!! The Corn Popper!!
Bigger than most houses, the trampoline-lover in you will come bursting out when you hop onto
our new jumping pillow. It's a one of a kind bouncing experience for the whole family!

It's a barrel train!
An 'ole favorite, no visit to the South Texas MAiZE
is complete without a ride on our barrel train.

The goat walk in action
The beautiful Boer goats are a delight to watch as they play and romp on our 2-story goat walk.
They'll eat right out of your hand

You may also be interested in the Great Hill Country Pumpkin Patch!

Do you think Facebook is dumb? Think again!

I know A LOT of people who think Facebook is just downright dumb. I hear comments like:

"I don't care what time you got up and whether you're eating Italian or Chinese for lunch".

"Facebook is just a waste of time".

"It's ridiculous to use Facebook for business - Facebook just gives your computer viruses".

If you're on Facebook, like I am, you have probably heard these lines before. Even my husband detests Facebook. He just doesn't get it.

I, being a social creature, love the interaction. I love seeing what everyone is up to - how vastly diverse my sphere-of-influence really is. I also love using Facebook for business!

I have my own Personal Page as well as a Business Page. When I have friends on my Personal Page who I think might be interested and/or have a need for Real Estate Information, or be a good network, I invite them to be my "fan" on my Business Page.

I don't post incredible amounts of information on my Business Page. About once a week I post a news-worthy Real Estate Story. I always post pictures of my new listings. And I take pictures of my "solds" and put them there as well with a tagline "I helped these clients find the home of their dreams - I can help you too!"

Last summer I received a friend request from the daughter of some friends at church. I don't think I had ever met this young woman. But because she was the daughter of my friends, I accepted the "friendship". Occassionally I'd see her posts. She never commented on mine, but I figured it didn't hurt to have her as a friend.

A few months ago I saw her post that she was looking for rental property in our area. I sent her a Private Message and told her that if she needed help, I'd be more than happy to run some searches from her. I never heard back and figured "no big deal".

June 4th I heard back from her. School was out (she's a teacher) and she was ready to BUY a house. I told her about a Bond Program for downpayment assistance for Teacher's (she was excited about that!) and put her in touch with a lender. We got her pre-qualified and started looking. And we found the CUTEST house. Just her style.

Today we wrote the contract.

So... if you're thinking Facebook is dumb, think again! It's one of the best "soft" selling tools we have. Even if you're not technically saavy, give it a try and see what happens! What could it hurt? You might even get a sale! :)

Wordless Wednesday: Summer's Here!

This was my "mobile office" last Wednesday as I headed to New Orleans for a girl's trip:

Now, back to the grind... but with angels in tow at the office:

Still working hard and getting it all done! :)

Speechless Sunday: Rattlesnakes and Roses

My sweet dog found this rattlesnake the hard way. He's spending a few days at the vet's office as a result.

(Notice the missing head... my beloved husband HATES snakes. He wasn't taking any chances on this monster...)

But, from the same land comes these beauties that we picked today:

"Without rain, the flowers won't bloom. Without pain, the joy in life won't show". (Anonymous)

Have a wonderfully blessed Sunday!

Praying for Rain in Hondo, Texas

I know that many of you are worried about friends and family who live in the Mississippi Delta area and are currently under flooding. As a South Louisiana native, my heart goes out to those affected. While we're praying for those that will have long recoveries from the flooding, please keep West Texas in your prayers also.

We've had wildfires galore, and our little town (Hondo, Texas) has gone for more than 6 months with NO rain. This little farming community is in the middle of a drought that is already in the record books.

So don't pray for the rain to stop... just pray for the rain to move to West Texas.