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Every year on May 16, and this year on Friday May 16, 2025, we celebrate Happy National do something good for your neighbor Day.A neighbor is a person who lives near another, a person one's fellow human being.We can observe National do something good for a neighbor by; helping disabled neighbors to bring garbage bin to the curb on garbage day, when running errands, ask if there's anything a neighbor needs, invite the neighbors over for a cup of tea or coffee, drop a note in the mail just letting them know you're thinking about them, and other things to help neighbors.I want to wish to everyone at ActiveRain Community a Happy National do something good for your neighbor Day. 05/16/2025

www.daryldatus.com DISCOVER THE THRILL OF ORV TRAILS AND HOMES IN BELFAIR Belfair's ORV trails offer a unique blend of adrenaline and natural beauty that's hard to find elsewhere. This small town in Washington state has become a hotspot for off-road vehicle enthusiasts, boasting miles of challenging terrain and breathtaking scenery. But Belfair isn't just about the trails - it's a place where adventure seekers can put down roots and live their passion daily. This article dives into the heart-pounding world of Belfair's ORV trails and explores the real estate opportunities that allow riders to make this outdoor playground their permanent backyard. You'll discover why Belfair has become a top destination for ORV riders, learn about the diverse trail systems that cater to all skill levels,... 05/16/2025

Www.daryldatus.com DISCOVER THE PROS AND CONS TO UNLOCK YOUR BELFAIR LIVING EXPERIENCE Belfair, Washington isn't your average small town. With a population of just over 4,000, it's a place where you can actually know your neighbors and bump into friends at the local grocery store. But don't let its size fool you - Belfair packs a punch when it comes to lifestyle options. This article digs into the real deal about living in Belfair, giving you the good, the bad, and everything in between. We'll talk about the town's natural beauty, community spirit, and local hangouts, as well as some of the challenges you might face if you're used to big city living. Plus, we'll introduce you to Daryl Datus, a real estate agent who knows Belfair like the back of his hand. He's not just selling houses; h... 05/16/2025

 Welcome to the Real Estate Life Show where we update you more frequently on What's Happening In Minnesota Real Estate with quick real estate tips, updates, and more!   2025 Real Estate Life #76 -- May Real Estate Update     2025 Real Estate Life #77 -- Should Agents Share That They Don't Know...?     2025 Real Estate Life #78 -- Pricing Your Home Aggressively     2025 Real Estate Life #79 -- T-Wolves Vs Warriors Prediction     2025 Real Estate Life #80 -- How Many Homes Should You View Before Buying?     You can catch up on prior real estate updates and Real Estate Life 2025 recordings by clicking here!  Please feel free to reach out with any of your real estate questions or concerns. We strive to be the best real estate team in the area and would be happy to assist you with your real ... 05/16/2025

Back in March, I planted my Spring garden. I wrote a post about my use of electroculture gardening. Well, I can report that within just two months, this garden is going NUTS! I go out and pick produce every day but had a HUGE surprise yesterday!As I was collecting the squash, zucchini, and cucumbers, sitting at the bottom was this MASSIVE motherload! How did I miss this from the other days I don't know. But, when I went to pull it out of there, I felt like a fisherman pulling in the winning prize! This thing was enormous!I just started laughing so hard. I had to go inside to measure and weigh this beast! It is 15 inches long and weighs 5 pounds! I wish there was a contest where I could enter this gigantic produce! Wowzer.Many of you asked me if this electroculture gardening works. Well,... 05/16/2025

Trivia question answers for Thursday May 15, 20251. What R&B singer was backed by "The Miracles"? Smokey Robinson2. What was Forrest Gump's favorite pastime? Running3. A pluot is a hybrid of what two fruits? Plum & apricot4. What was the first flavor of the malt beverage "Zima"? Lemon-LimeTrivia questions for Friday May 16, 20251. Why did Jack and Jill go up the hill?2. What is the capital of Spain?3. What does the Slavic word "vodka" translate to in English?4. The brain is divided into how many lobes?Enjoy your day.  05/16/2025

Friday Flags: A Wind Blowing to the West in WaterburyOur spring here in Connecticut has been completely out of the norm. We have gotten warm weather, then it drops back to low temps.We get a lot of rain and then we get another dose of snow.Weather patterns typically are from the west to the east as generated by the rotation of the earth, as the wind blows.So, it was a bit unusual for me to see the flag at the golf course blowing to California, but that was the case.There was also no waiting for the wind to pick up as it was blowing in that direction for most of the afternoon.Friday Flags: A Wind Blowing to the West in Waterbury 05/16/2025

Friday Fun…What Were Your Tunes? When I read that today is Relive Your Past By Listening to the First Music You Ever Bought No Matter What It Was No Excuses Day, I had many songs playing on my internal turntable. I understand it’s a long title for a day, but forget about that!  What’s the first song that popped onto your turntable…record player…cassette player…8-track…iPod…or streaming device when you were growing up??? I can’t remember the first music I bought, but most of my serious listening was done in the 1960s and ‘70s. As a matter of fact, Larry and I listen to the 60s channel on Satellite radio.  I listened to a mix of Mac Davis, the Beatles, CCR, Dire Straits, Chicago, Queen, The Lettermen, and the Stones. And…I have to admit listening to an inordinate amount of Broadway show t... 05/16/2025

May 16th Puzzle - National Love A Tree Day:I have created a new word search puzzle for you to enjoy.Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list..Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal.  05/16/2025

Trivia question answers for Wednesday May 14, 20251. What type of beans are chickpeas also known as? Garbanzo 2. In what country was pepperoni invented? USA3. What is the chemical symbol of lead? Pb4. Which island is the boot of Italy kicking? SicilyTrivia questions for Thursday May 15, 20251. What R&B singer was backed by "The Miracles"?2. What was Forrest Gump's favorite pastime? 3. A pluot is a hybrid of what two fruits?4. What was the first flavor of the malt beverage "Zima"?Enjoy your day.  05/15/2025

I wrote about Neuralink about 6 weeks ago. The device is a set of thin wires attached to a computer about the thickness of a few quarters that sits in his skull and allows patients to use his or her thoughts to move a computer pointer on a screen.  A patient Brad Smith who received the implant posted on X. “I am the 3rd person in the world to receive the @Neuralink brain implant. 1st with ALS. 1st Nonverbal. I am typing this with my brain. It is my primary communication,” he wrote. “Ask me anything! I will answer at least all verified users!” Smith’s case is drawing interest because he’s not only communicating via a brain implant but also getting help from Grok, Musk’s AI chatbot, which is suggesting how Smith can add to conversations and drafted some of the replies he posted to X.  Th... 05/14/2025

This Mother's Day brought a refreshing and much-needed change of pace, and I soaked up every second of it! Instead of the usual dinner, I spent the day surrounded by my kids and their families, enjoying the kind of relaxed, joy-filled moments that become cherished memories.We kicked things off with a visit to Ski Shores Café, a beloved Lake Austin tradition since 1954. If you haven’t been since the owners of Clark’s Oyster Bar took over, you’re in for a treat, they’ve kept the charm but elevated the flavors. The lobster rolls? Absolutely delicious! After a leisurely meal, we headed out for an afternoon of boating on Lake Austin. The sky was a brilliant blue, the sun was shining, and the water sparkled like diamonds. There’s just something about being out on the lake with people you love... 05/15/2025

Photo Journalism for 5/14/2025 The Town of Flower Mound is the type of place where the doorbell can ring and behind the door is a neighbor from across the street with a small bouquet of flowers. A flower bouquet is a great way for neighbors to say, I was just thinking of you. Have a nice day!  Having a good neighbor makes me feel that no matter what's going on in my life,  we are all each others' keepers. We get to share the same color sky, sunshine, and air that we breathe. The temperature between us is the same. A floral surprise never goes out of style and you don't need a reason to ring a bell and let your neighbor know, I was thinking of you. How are you today?   Garden flowers bring neighbor's together. Friends that feel like family are friends of the community. The older I get th... 05/14/2025

 Sometime we need to manage our hectic pace of our life better, with so many different demands on our time.  We could all learn to work smarter and also take a few steps to keep the chaos at bay and win a little more free time for ourself.  Here are some ways you could think about:Don't agree to everything.  Ask if you really need to attend that meeting or run that errand.  Don't be afraid to say no.Going to a Dr. appointment, take a book along or some reading material, Drs. awaits run late (mine does).Take something off your to do list that is a C that really may need to be done.  I agree that A's and B's are important but a C can be skip once in a while.Hired someone to do some work that you really do not want to do.Relaxing is healthy for you in the long run. 05/14/2025

We added a third bird feeder to our collection this spring. We have one like Timmothy depicts above, a barn shaped one, and now a hummingbird feeder. Much to my dismay the barn shaped one is ruled by blackbirds this year. The tube shaped one draws the sparrows, and the hummingbird feed has yet to draw anything. 🤨Just like pets and wild animals, Humans are happier with food in them. This is why I established The Noodle Ministry. The Noodle Ministry provides a snack of Ramen noodles to indigent prisoners at the Ward County Jail.An indigent prisoner is one with absolutely no money or help from anyone (friend or relative). 20% of the prisoners are indigent. With diner at 4:30PM and breakfast at 4:30AM they go with no food or snacks. The other 80% can buy themselves snacks at any time, THUS ... 05/15/2025

When it comes to IRS audits, one of the most common reasons taxpayers lose deductions is the lack of proper documentation. While your credit card or bank statements prove you spent money, they don’t show what you purchased. Without supporting receipts or invoices, these records are considered “naked”—and during an audit, that’s a problem.To fully protect your deductions, especially for business-related expenses such as meals, travel, vehicle use, and gifts, you need to keep receipts that document five key facts: the date, the amount, the place, the business purpose, and the business relationship. The best way to do this is by capturing digital copies of your receipts.Fortunately, it’s now easier than ever. Using your smartphone, you can snap a photo of your receipt and store it securely... 05/14/2025

This morning I was on the phone with a friend that I met 15 years ago from Active Rain. Cherise Selley and I began blog-bantering and before long, we were lifelong friends. We have traveled together, stayed in touch, and, connected in such a deep manner.On our call, we were discussing life in general and she shared with me this large paper she and her husband had drawn out with their life journey. Down at the bottom was a large, white space. Cherise said, "This is where I want to be, in the white space!" This instantly resonated within me and got me thinking about this, "white space".Here are my takeaways regarding "white space":White Space is the place where you leave open time. Today I am calling my day a "White Space" day because I intentionally left my calendar open to allow the day... 05/14/2025

May 15th Puzzle - National Chocolate Chip Day:I have created a new word search puzzle for you to enjoy.Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal.  05/15/2025

“Lavender Fields Forever” By K. Ross If you recall from a blog, I posted a couple of months ago (Tulip Festival edition), I hinted to an upcoming lavender festival.  Well, the wait is over…It’s time to talk about the 2025 Amelia Lavender Festival. I’ve been waiting very patiently since that Tulip Festival blog to share this event with all of you!  This is by far my favorite festival in Virginia. So, let’s start the weekend of June 13th and head southwest to Amelia County and land ourselves at the Windsor Lavender Farm!  This festival is three-day event, so if you can’t make on Friday the 13th (oh…I just the chills), you still have Saturday and Sunday to plan your visit!  Each day consists of food, crafts, music, and of course LAVENDER.  Let’s start off with the lavender, since it is the... 05/14/2025

Trivia question answers for Tuesday May 13, 20251. Which countries participated in the Lobster War? France & Brazil2. What is a "foss" in Iceland? A Waterfall3. What is the sea parrot commonly known as? Puffin4. What is typically added to tin to make solder? LeadTrivia questions for Wednesday May 14, 20251. What type of beans are chickpeas also known as?2. In what country was pepperoni invented?3. What is the chemical symbol of lead?4. Which island is the boot of Italy kicking? Enjoy your day.  05/14/2025