May 8, 2009 - In the last 24 hours this graph shows what has happened with Tucson home listings and sales! Here is the summary:
New Listings - 118
Price Drops - 17
Back On Market - 23
Inactive/Seller Release - 32
Under Contract - 93
SOLD IN 24 HOURS - 51
Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com
El Dorado Aquatics Swimming Club in Tucson Arizona is home to teen swim sensation Caitlin Leverenz who narrowly missed making the Olympic Team in the summer of last year. But, she posted her lifetime best times in finishing 3rd in the 200 Breast (2.25.98), 4th in the 400IM (4.38.54) and 4th in the 200 IM (2.11.25) at Trials. Caitlin, along with the entire El Dorado Swim Club, was disappointed but she came home with a big smile and ready to get back in the pool! And yes, she got back in our small club pool! I've had the opportunity to meet Caitlin and not only is she a gifted swimmer, tremendous high school student on her way to a full ride scholarship at college this Fall, but what struck me the most is that she is a genuinely nice person not to mention one of the sweestest teens I have meet in quite some time. (Photo of Caitlin Leverenz at Beijing Olympic Trials courtesy of El Dorado Aquatics Club.)
Head Coach Rick Laingis a former Olympic coach, along with Coach Eriko and Coach Kyle are excellent for the novice right on up to the skilled high school swimmers. Even if your child cannot swim and is older, in no time they will get him/her up to speed and ready to practice with their age-appropriate group. My daughter has been swimming with El Dorado Aquatics for the past couple summers and in a few weeks they got her from "dog paddling" to swimming to winning several first place ribbons at last years swim meets.
The club operates solely off monthly tuition fees and fundraisers to offset pool and meet expenses. With your tuition you'll receive a club t-shirt, a USAA membership, meet fees are covered for the summer and you'll also receive a "yellow cap" (which Caitlin wore throughout the Olympic Trials!) synonymous with the El Dorado Aquatics Club.
If you are looking for a small, yet experienced swim team for your children - check out El Dorado Aquatics! It's a club with a lot of spunk and heart. Add a wonderful family environment, good healthy recreation for kids and parents that are a whole bunch of fun - and you've got yourself a great time! (Photo at left courtesy of El Dorado Aquatics Club.)
The price per swimmer is reasonable, roughly $80 per month and your child can go to as many lessons every week as they want - whether one day a week or six - you'll get your money's worth! Swimmers as young as age 4 up through high school can be a part of the club. Summer enrollment is ongoing - check out their website for more information and sign up today - you never know - you might have an Olympian in the making!
Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com
May 1, 2009 - In the last 24 hours this graph shows what has happened with Tucson home listings and sales! Here is the summary:
New Listings - 144
Price Drops - 113
Back On Market - 25
Inactive/Seller Release - 47
Under Contract - 114
SOLD IN 24 HOURS - 87
Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com
Tucson Toros Baseball is back! May starts the Tucson Toros new season at Hi Corbett Field. Opening Night is on Thursday, May 21, 2009 7PM - check out the Tucson Toros 2009 Schedule. Tryouts for a local Tucson Toros player will be held at Hi Corbett Field on May 2 and 9, 2009. The Toros will reserve a roster spot or two for local players from Tucson, AZ. Visit the Tucson Toros for more information.
Tucson Street Rod Association's Hot Rod Show - the Fourth Avenue Merchants Association and the Tucson Street Rod Association feature an outdoor show of hot rod cars - it's free from 8 am - 3 pm.
24th Annual Tucson Folk Festival- El Presidio Park, headline acts each evening, local and regional musicians, a children's' show, and food and crafts booths, free, Sat noon - 10 pm, Sun 11 am - pm.
28th Annual Cinco de Mayo 10K Fitness Fiesta - Southern Arizona Roadrunners Tucson's largest 10K! Run or walk the course, post-race refreshments and event t-shirt. Come prepared, I've done this event and it can be challenging in spots - but it great time and event for the whole family! (PS - The Tucson Assocation of Realtors is sponsoring a Meet Me Downtown 5k event on May 30th as well - it's an evening run through the streets of downtown Tucson AZ!)
16th Annual Climb to Ski Valley - Friday May 8th at the base of Mt. Lemmon! It's a bike ride, followed by lunch at the pie shop in Summerhaven, includes four sag stops! This has to be my favorite! What you say? Riding up a hill?! It's always fun when there is someone who will help you get to the top for the yummy food!
Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com
I love a Mom and Pop restaurant! Don't you?! And they are even better when you just stumble upon them!
Last weekend, on the way home from business in Sierra Vista, Arizona, driving down Highway 92, my family and I slowed for a checkpoint. While waiting, I see a strip mall off the side of the road. Here's what caught my eye -
OPEN -- Southern Cooking -- and CLEAN!
Okay - I was hungry and game for some good old fashioned southern food and talked the hubby into stopping!
First of all -- the restaurant wasn't just clean - it was immaculate. Nothing fancy, but very functional and homey. I noticed that on every wall there was some sort of scripture or verse related to Family. Hence the name, Family Tree Restaurant. There was lots of dining space and an old-fashioned soda bar with swivel bar stools!
Being careful about what I eat for 90% of the year (I tend to splurge from time to time on things that aren't the best for me - but are the best tasting!)- my family and I quickly reviewed the menu and decided on a sirloin burger with fries, lightly breaded catfish (YES - catfish - haven't had that since I lived in Augusta, Georgia) and my daughter settled on ravioli with no sauce.
In a nutshell - this is a true family, owned and operated establishment. They put their heart, soul and all their money into this American dream. The owners value their customers and try very hard to make it as comfortable as home. At first, we were the only customers in the restaurant, but quickly, it began filling up with people just passing by. And the owners were excited! The food was more than generous, it was "light" considering it was gently fried and it was cooked and served quickly!
Here is how I know these folks have a good sense of family - while we were eating, my daughter lost yet another tooth. At that moment the chef came over and asked how everything was. Happily, my daughter shrieks, "It's all great except for a tooth that came out in my pasta!" The chef got such a kick out of it and took the time to sit and talk with her about the Tooth Fairy!
If you happen to be in Sierra Vista or Huachuca City, Arizona - and are feeling like some good ole' southern cooking, make sure you stop at the Family Tree Restaurant!
Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind - 2009. If you want to reprint parts of this - just email me for my permission rhindohana@msn.com. Buying or selling Tucson Arizona Real Estate? Click info@gabriellerhind.com and let me know how I can help you! Or visit www.BuyMyTucsonHome.com
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ABOUT TUCSON, ARIZONA
The Tucson, AZ I-10 Widening Project
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It's mostly hot in Arizona, but there are a few months out of the year where it's PERFECT weather. If you travel to Tucson in the summer months - it will be hot and come prepared for brief moments of monsoon rain. The rest of the year, the weather changes from day to day - sometimes warm, sometimes cool, sometimes snow!
HERE'S A LITTLE ABOUT ME - FOR THOSE THAT NEED TO KNOW!
For those want to ask, "How long have you been in real estate?". I've had a real estate license since 1986, and worked part-time. Since 2004 - it's been my career full-time. A is for AKAHAI, meaning kindness,to be expressed with a feeling of tenderness.
Graduated with a Masters in Counseling and worked at the Tucson Branch of the National MS Society for years as regional director.
Lived in Tucson just about 20 years now - but Hawaii is still home. My dad, an Army veteran, is from Hilo, Hawaii and alot of my family live there. The other half, live in Germany where my mom is from!
I volunteer a lot of my time - my favorites are El Tour de Tucson or Perimeter Bicycling Association of America (PBAA) here in Tucson and Tanque Verde Soccer Club - coaching U6 to U10 kids teams.
I don't do real estate all the time! I have alot of other interests, but I am available 365 days a year - - with a call (520)245.0242 or simply email me rhindohana@msn.com.
And for those interested in a little Aloha - here ya go:
L is for LÔKAHI, meaning unity, to be expressed with a feeling of harmony.
O is for `OLU`OLU, meaning agreeable, to be expressed with a feeling of pleasantness.
H stands for HA`AHA`A, meaning humility, to be expressed with a feeling of modesty.
A stands for AHONUI, meaning patient, to be applied with perseverance.
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