Sebastopol, CA

Screamin' Mimi's - Sebastopol CA - Ice Cream - Restaurant - Sonoma County Wine Country Lifestyle

What is it about ice cream that just works no matter what the weather is like?

The other day, my wife an i were driving around town, in the rain, taking care of our chores when we both looked at each other and said, "Ice Cream!" Now, there are plenty of ice cream shops in the Sonoma County Wine Country, but there's only one place to get truly rich, creamy and deliciously hand made ice cream that's served fresh everyday. That place is called Screamin' Mimi's in Sebastopol, CA and it is the bomb!

Screamin' Mimi's was established in Sebastopol, CA in 1995 by an ice cream lover named Maraline Olson. Apparently, Maraline, aka Mimi, had a talent for making ice cream that's rich in flavor, thick in texture and full of pleasure! She's created over 300 different flavors throughout the years. Some of the favorites are always available for those of us who can't get enough of the same thing.

I personally, love Mimi's Mud and the chocolate covered almonds in vanilla cream. I'm starting to salivate just thinking about it! What's nice about the ice cream at Screamin' Mimi's is the way it's sold: by the weight. So, if you're feeling especially ravenous for some sugar, you can have them put a little extra on your scoop. Mmmm!

If you can't make up your mind, they will be happy to serve you samples on a real spoon so you can taste the flavors as they are ment to be tasted. Once you make your purchase, you can sit in the store and stare at the artwork on the walls that are brought in by our local artist. Like I said, it doesn't matter what the weather is like, a trip to Screamin' Mimi's Ice Cream Shop in Sebastopol Ca is well worth the trip! I believe they won "Best Ice Cream" by the Bohemian's Best of Northbay List almost every year for the last 10 years. If you're ever in the Sonoma County Wine Country, you have to try Screamin' Mimi's Ice Cream out.

And, if you invite me, I'll even treat! It will be my personal pleasure! Cheers!

You can find Screamin' Mimi's at 6902 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, CA 95472 and call about their flavors at (707) 823-5902.

Animal Shelters are always under financial pressure and they, and other, non-profit organizations are having an especially hard time in an economy that is 8 to 9 million jobs short of full- employment!

People, facing an uncertain economic future, naturally cut back on giving to private charities. That is why, those of us who are fortunate enough to have some measure of security maintain our support and hopefully expand it.

In lieu of Christmas presents this year our family and friends are going to exchange contributions to organizations like Heifer International, the Humane Society and food banks.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS to all of you, your families, including its members who are pets...and don't forget........Heavy Petting is encouraged!

I'd like to welcome new Active Rain member, Eric Brandon. Eric and his son have taken a number of real estate courses with me at the local junior college. Eric owns a floor covering business in Sebastopol, CA called Brandon Carpet. I've referred him to several jobs, and like the way he does business. I've been bugging him and his son, Kyle to join A.R. for the past 4 months as they work their way toward taking the state R.E. test. Here's a link to his profile. http://activerain.com/brandoncarpet . Eric is a pleasure to do business with, a real family owned and operated local business.

I met a great real estate agent from Sebastopol today. His name is David Mark-Raymond and he impressed me and my clients with his property knowledge, his candor, and his gentle approach to the art of real estate.

We get to meet new people all the time in this business. I blogged about how thankful I am to get to meet new buyers just a few days ago. That's why it was so special for me to meet an agent who I instantly trusted to do the best thing not just for his client, the seller, but for my clients as well. It's an often forgotten part of the agency relationship, but both the listing and selling agents have duties to their clients that include honesty, integrity, and fair play. I got the strong sense, walking and talking with David, that he holds these principles deep in his being.

I can't tell you much about David Mark-Raymond. I know he's very active in Rotary, a former educator, and a consistent top sales person in his area. I learned that he's thoughtful with how he prepares openings in barbed wire fences in advance. I watched him be considerate and thoughtful of our touring group and the multiple babies in our midst. Last, but by no means least I observed him avoiding the boasts and puffery that too many in our industry treat as standard practice. He left the clients with just the right taste of uncertainty and an urging to check details with the county.

It was a masterful job of introducing someone else's clients to his own listing. I'm not certain if my buyers are the right ones for his property, but I know they got a crystal clear look at the land and explanation of the pros and cons of the infrastructure. I look forward to working with David Mark-Raymond on this or any other listing he brings to the market. He's a professional real estate agent our industry can be proud of.