A DAY IN THE LIFE...

I believe you should always be optimistic and realistic at the same time. With the Fed announcing there may be two rate cuts coming, many believe they have reason to believe the housing market will improve. What are your thoughts?Enjoy the article below.Reasons To Be Optimistic About the 2026 Hou...

It's 2026! Can you believe it? We are now in the 27th year of the 21st century. It seems like just yesterday we were all concerned about Y2K and whether all the computers would stop functioning properly. I turned 51 in 2000, and suddenly I'm turning 77 in 2026. How did that happen?But onto the ne...

Good Morning & Merry Christmas Hark! The herald angels sing "Glory to the new-born king Peace on earth and mercy mild God and sinners reconciled" Joyful all ye nations rise Join the triumph of the skies With angelic host proclaim "Christ is born in Bethlehem" Hark! The herald angels sing "Glory t...

We all live busy lives, and when the holiday season arrives, the hustle and bustle starts. There is shopping and festivity galore. I'll do most of my shopping online, maybe 1 or 2 items in the brick-and-mortar stores.This coming weekend will be our Town's official Tree & Menorah lighting ceremony...

It's the first day of December 2025. Winter is here. Well, Meteorological Winter, I mean. The last day of Meteorological Winter will be on February 28, 2026. Many parts of the Midwest had around 12" of snow this Thanksgiving weekend   The Christmas season is upon us,And 2026 looms closer. We're s...

It's the day after ThanksgivingIt's a bustling affairYipes, it's Black Friday       There's Christmas shopping in the air! Here's an ideaThe day was filled with activity. Our grandson (18 mos old) arrived with his parents in tow...lol, so he was the center of attention. He played the room well. I...

Pam & I wish each of you and your families a very Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving.Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ, Jesus, for you... 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18We also thank all those who give up their holiday to serve the rest of ...

I was AWOL yesterday. I had intended to submit a blog post yesterday, but got so wrapped up in Veterans' Day that I never got around to it. Thus, I am submitting the speech I wrote for the occasion. But, before I do, HOOAH to all AR members who are veterans and their families. The following pictu...

This is my entry into the October Challenge "Historical Stories About Your Location."As the area of the Massachusetts Bay Colony I live in is part of the, Rowley Plantation, established in 1639 by Ezekiel Rogers & 20 other families, there are plenty of historical stories to share. Our area is whe...

It's that time of year, so be prepared for those who have cleaned off their crystal balls and looked into the future. 😁 I say this in jest. Predictions based on valid data can be remarkably accurate, especially when combined with an intimate understanding of your own market. Here's how one source...