Christina Moock, REALTOR Cutler Real Estate

Just wanted to share some photos from this year's Football Hall of Fame parade. My husband had a minute of fame on tv... the Pepsi people sat in our row to be interviewed about a new Pepsi product and you could see my husband on the screen. We all got Pepsi t-shirts and a sample of the new product!

These people were awesome!

I'm sure all the kids loved seeing Elmo float by!

Was your doctor or nurse on the Aultman float?

Nemo!

Overall it was a really nice parade. The bands were all really good this year, especially the big purple army (Jackson)- had to throw that in there as my mother in law is always teasing me about Jackson because they live in Perry.

One day I had a date for lunch with friends. Mae, a little old 'blue hair' about 80 years old, came along with them---all in all, a pleasant bunch. When the menus were presented, we ordered salads, sandwiches, and soups, except for Mae who said, 'Ice Cream, please. Two scoops, chocolate.' I wasn't sure my ears heard right, and the others were aghast. 'Along with heated apple pie,' Mae added, completely unabashed. We tried to act quite nonchalant, as if people did this all the time. But when our orders were brought out, I didn't enjoy mine. I couldn't take my eyes off Mae as her pie a-la-mode went down. The other ladies showed dismay. They ate their lunches silently and frowned.

The next time I went out to eat, I called and invited Mae. I lunched on white meat tuna. She ordered a parfait. I smiled.. She asked if she amused me. I answered, 'Yes, you do, but also you confuse me. How come you order rich desserts, while I feel I must be sensible?

She laughed and said, with wanton mirth, 'I'm tasting all that's possible. I try to eat the food I need, and do the things I should. But life's so short, my friend, I hate missing out on something good. This year I realized how old I was (she grinned). I haven't been this old before.'

'So, before I die, I've got to try those things that for years I had ignored. I haven't smelled all the flowers yet. There are too many books I haven't read. There's more fudge sundaes to wolf down and kites to be flown overhead. There are many malls I haven't shopped. I've not laughed at all the jokes. I've missed a lot of Broadway hits and potato chips and cokes.

I want to wade again in water and feel ocean spray on my face. I want to sit in a country church once more and thank God for His grace. I want peanut butter every day spread on my morning toast. I want un-timed long distance calls to the folks I love the most. I haven't cried at all the movies yet, or walked in the morning rain. I need to feel wind in my hair. I want to fall in love again. So, if I choose to have dessert, instead of having dinner, then should I die before night fall, I'd say I died a winner, because I missed out on nothing. I filled my heart's desire. I had that final chocolate mousse before my life expired.'

With that, I called the waitress over.. 'I've changed my mind,' I said. 'I want what she is having, only add some more whipped cream!' ;

This is my gift to you - We need an annual Friends Day! If you get this twice, then you have more than one friend.. Live well, love much & laugh often - Be happy.

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Be mindful that happiness isn't based on possessions, power, or prestige, but on relationships with people we love and respect. Remember that while money talks, CHOCOLATE SINGS!

Ask any local REALTOR in Stark County and I'm sure they will tell you that the market is really picking up! There is a big increase in activity and buyers are making themselves known. Open houses have been very busy and listings are getting quite a bit of activity and showings.

In May there was a total of 341 closed transactions! This number included residential homes, condominiums, multi-family, and any homes that were sold that may have been bank-owned.

Want to get in on the action? Begin your home search online at www.ChrissyMoock.com. You can set up a home finder account to be notifed by email when your dream home comes on the market. Together we can view any home that is listed and I can help you purchase your dream home.

Wondering how much your home might sell for? Contact me for a free no obligation market analysis. Chrissy Moock, Cutler Real Estate 330-936-2519 or email me at: Chrissy@ChrissyMoock.com.

How is your neighborhood doing? I would be happy to provide you with information on your specific area. Just ask!

Great real estate news for Jackson township!

Sale prices of 3 bedroom homes are up almost $10,000 from last year! What?

That's right, last year from January to April 16 the average sales price of a 3 bedroom home in Jackson was $183,886. This year the average sales price of a 3 bedroom home in Jackson is $193,258.

Would you like to know what the average sales price is in your neighborhood? Simple call or email me, I'd be glad to help you! 330-936-2519 or Chrissy@chrissymoock.com.

View all available listings in Jackson at http://www.polarbearhomes.com/. Contact me to view any home!

I keep reading magazine articles that talk about how dirty our bathrooms are. Supposedly when you flush the toilet thousands of germs are released into the air landing on the counter, hairbrush, toothbrush etc. I don't know about you, but I don't want to put all those germs into my mouth when I brush my teeth.

At our house, we always keep the lid closed on the toilet. I close the lid and then flush... however I have been wondering if that stops the germs from getting into the air. I did some research and found this article what happens when you flush . It confirms that closing the lid does prevent the germs from spreading into the air. Phew! I feel better now.

Remember- close the lid and then flush!!