Kentucky

I just had a conversation that I am sure we all have had while being Realtors. A client of mine just called, it's been two months since they moved into their home. The entire process from home hunt to close was one of those where you just are on the edge of your seat not knowing what is going to happen next. He and his wife wanted a home in the Highlands and they wanted it yesterday! After looking at about 6 houses they settled on one, actually about three streets over from me.

Well today he called just to "give me an update" on how they are doing in their new home. He has found his new coffee shop, barber and bar. His wife is happy, he said she has been singing all day around the house and the dog is settling in.

Now that is what it is all about! I feel ten times better right now than the day of their closing when I walked out with the commission check, and it was a nice one!

I have only been doing this for about 4 months and my broker asked me the other day if I were happy and if being a Realtor was what I expected. Well I told him that yes, I am happy, and that it has been pleasantly better than I had expected. When I left the corporate world to enter this career I remember reading a book that said, "If you do what you love, the money will come"!

The market can be so erratic right now that those of us who are staying with it should and need to love what we are doing. Conversations like I just had, remind me why I am here, why I can't wait to hear my phone ring, show a house or post a blog.

I just wanted to share this nice experience with each of you and acknowledge the good things you do each day, we are indeed blessed.

Thanks

Jeff

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In a region rich in fairs and festivals, especially fall festivals, the Kentucky Wool Festivalstands out among the best of the best. Held each year over the first weekend in October, the Kentucky Wool Fest has much to offer for the entire family.

Located about 35 milessouth east of Cincinnati and also easily accessible from Lexington and all parts in the region.

The Kentucky Wool Fest owns it's own facilities adjacent to Kincaid Lake State Park.

This festival is filled with Craft's, primitive craft's, vendors, food, and of course SHEEP.

Paducah's GPS RecycleNow recycling efforts have expanded hours and a new location!

Now, you can bring your recyclables to 1830 North 8th Street during the following hours:

• Thursday 12pm - 6pm
• Friday 7am - 12pm
• Saturday 9am - 1pm

Volunteers are needed to help. Volunteering information can be found at http://www.recyclenowpaducah.com/node/18

An example of acceptable recycables are shown below.

Madison County / Tates Creek Road / Valley View Kentucky

Every creek in Kentucky has a road beside it. Well not all but most of them do.

Kentucky is second behind Alaska for the state with the most waterways. How did the roads develop? I have to wonder if they first had Indians and settlers walking along them to get to the next settlement.

The paths became wider over time with wagons and carriages. Later were paved in asphalt to become our modern day roads.

One of my favorite ones is Tates Creek Road between Richmond and Lexington.

The trees are a green tunnel that has a leafy ceiling in the spring and summer. Later in the fall turns into a multi-color petals that swirl around your car as you drive through.

What is wonderful about Tates Creek Road is that it stops at the Kentucky River at a little place called Valley View. To get across the river you will need to drive your car aboard a ferry that holds 3 cars.

The Valley View Ferry was established in 1792 and now owned by the state. It is the oldest continuest business in Kentucky. It's free of charge to use.

Last Christmas, I surprised the captain with a pretty wrapped box of chocolate truffles. I'm sure he will remember me the next time I drive across. He probably thinks I was the only paying customer last year!

I'm always amazed how beautiful it is here in Madison County. I feel a sense of pride in showing out-of-towners around before they purchase property. Just sharing a bit of paradise is fun!

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Lizette Fitzpatrick- Baby Boomer Real Estate Relocation Specialist with Prudential Don Foster in Richmond, Kentucky.

Rated number #1 featured Kentucky Realtor on Activerain.com and Localism.com. Publisher/Author for the only Central Kentucky email newsletter on local real estate listings and sold properties, Kentucky relocation, local events, homeowner information and fun! For more information on Lizette, Kentucky Horse Farms, Prudential Don Foster, Madison County, Fayette County, Richmond or Lexington, Kentucky click on Lizette.us.

See for yourself what Lizette's extraordinary clients have to say about their Kentucky real estateexperience. Copyright © 2008 By Lizette Fitzpatrick, All Rights Reserved..*Madison County / Tates Creek Road / Valley View Kentucky*