The big rewards come to those who travel the second undemanded mile. ~Bruce Barton

Matthew 5:41 And whoever compels you to go one mile, go with him two.

During the holidays, we are very focused on doing things for other people. What if we were able to extend this throughout the entire year?

Example of going that extra mile:

Mary's husband has died, and she is left with 3 small children. She works full time and cares for the family alone, day in and day out. She asks you if you would mind sitting with the children for a couple of hours while she goes to the movies for a chance to get away for a bit. You as a friend could agree to sit with the children, and to go the extra mile, you could gather the children together and teach them how to bake cookies. In the process, you cook up and package 3 or 4 batches for the childrens school lunches.

Why do we wait till the holidays to do what we have been created to do? Be the friend, neighbor, helper and cookie baker. Do it just because you can.

Merry Christmas,

Georgia

Texas Fun Facts

Texas Economy
Texas leads the nation in number of beef, which usually exceed 16 million head. Cotton is the leading crop and the state's second-most-valuable farm product. Texas also leads in national production of grain sorghum, watermelons, cabbages, and spinach. Wheat, corn, and other grains are also important. After World War II, Texas became increasingly industrialized. Its economy today relies largely on information technology, oil and natural gas, fuel processing, electric power, agriculture, and manufacturing.

Houston is home to NASA’s Mission Control Center. Laredo is home to the US’s largest inland port. Austin is known as the Live Music Capital of the World. Dallas is a very popular tourist destination within Texas. Texas has the second Fortune 500 company headquarters of any state, and is home to American Airlines, Dell, Kimberly-Clark, AT&T, and many oil companies, such as Exxon Mobil and Marathon Oil.

Happy Monday! We gathered over 500 items from our Caroling for Canned Goods on Saturday!! What a fabulous result for our first time. Next year will be even better! Its a great opportunity for other businesses to be part of a greater good. Who wants to join in for 2010?

Home Buying Round Table Event::: TONIGHT!!

Good Morning! Join me TONIGHT for our 2nd Home Buying Round Table Event! 7pm at the Cinco Ranch Library. Do you have everything you need to make a sound buying decision? Are you REALLY READY?

Facebook | Home Buying, Tax Credit & You! Round Table Discussion

Facebook | Home Buying, Tax Credit & You! Round Table Discussion: "Join us for a round table discussion explaining in detail, the home buying process, the tax credit and how it effects you. Tuesday, November 17th from 7pm-8pm. Seating is very limited, please rsvp to 832-455-6876 by Monday morning. www.revelationroadrealty.com"

Facebook | Home

Facebook | Home: "The $8000 tax credit for 1st time homebuyers will be extended until July 30, 2010 as long as the purchase contract is executed by April 30, 2010. Repeat homebuyers will qualify for a $6500 tax credit as long as they have occupied their current residence for at least 5 years. Income limits will be raised to $125k for single filers and $225K for joint. www.revelationroadrealty.com"

Step 1 to Home Ownership

Are you familiar with the market? If you've been paying attention to how much houses are listed for in the neighborhoods you're eyeing and have a realistic view of how much a house will cost you, you're in good shape. But, if you are dreaming about that big corner house with no clue about it’s asking price, you need to spend some more time becoming familiar with the market and how much houses are selling for.

If you are truly in the market, and would like to receive weekly updates regarding homes in your ideal neighborhood, register at www.revelationroadrealty.com today, to start receiving your personalized updates.

The Christmas House Open House was fantastic. We will be showing it again on Saturday and Sunday from 1-5. Visit www.revelationroadrealty.com for more info.

10 STEPS TO HOME OWNERSHIP

Knowledge and experience are the keys to successful real estte transactions.

Step one is PLANNING.

Do you know what you want?

Do you have the money?

Is your financial house in order?

If you are having difficulty answering any of these questions, it may not be time to proceed to step two.

To recieve a free booklet regarding home ownership, please visit www.revelationroadrealty.com and send us your contact information including your mailing address. I am here for you should you have any questions about buying or selling your home.

Dancing in the rain...

Been thinking about all the rain lately…People react very differently to a rainy day. Some look out the window and see the rain as refreshing and cleansing… a cool drink of water for the parched landscape. They are GRATEFUL.
Others look out the same window and lament the mess it makes and the dreary gray skies that accompany the rain.

It’s all about ATTITUDE! Lately, I’ve seen a number of plaques, plates, and pictures with a great quote from Vivian Green…”Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass…it’s about learning to dance in the rain!” Just in this last week here in Houston, if you were waiting for clear blue skies, you missed a lot of chances to “dance in the rain”.

A New Adventure!

Well, here I am, finally catching up with the times. As you can see I waited till almost 2010 to start using this incredible tool known as the internet to communicate. I've decided to start sharing some of the amazing life lessons as well as business lessons I've learned over my lifetime. My prayer is that you will enjoy them, and maybe even find some of them useful. Be blessed and I will post again soon.