Fun Stuff!
Sending Best Wishes to Dana Babb and Paws-Abilities!
December 3, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Over the years, we’ve taken our dogs to what I consider to be the premier dog training facility in our area: Paws-Abilities. I’ve referred literally dozens of clients to Dana Babb, the owner, whenever doggy training of any sort was needed – behavior issues, puppy manners, agility classes, companion classes, and so on. Some folks [...]
Time to Downsize?
November 16, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
I must admit that this time of the year … when family is due for Thanksgiving and the Christmas holidays are looming too … I give a wee bit of thought to the idea of downsizing. Just small enough so that I don’t have to spend a day scrubbing the place down. All those rooms! [...]
We’ll Miss You, Dave
November 10, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
I am incredibly saddened by the passing of Dave Niehaus, the announcer who called the Mariners’ baseball games in Seattle for over 30 years. A game just wasn’t complete without Dave’s commentary. His occasional enthusiastic outbursts ”My Oh My” and “Fly Fly Away!” punctuated the very best games and best plays. So often we went to [...]
Dear Bank — Can I buy my own short sale house?
October 12, 2010 by Gabrielle · 3 Comments
Dear Bank President: See here’s the thing. Like much, if not MOST, of the country, the value of my house has dropped substantially. So has my income, but I’m STILL WORKING! Of course my income is now only about 2/3rds of what it was when I bought my house because I had to take a [...]
Don’t Forget — Auburn Autumn Wedding Show, October 3-4
September 30, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Yeah, I know I blogged about this before, but this is just such a great event that I don’t want you to forget. After all, how many wedding shows are in the Fall? Besides, Wedding Shows are fun, sparkly events that get brides-to-be all excited and happy and grooms-to-be tend to come along and shrug [...]
Auburn Autumn Wedding Show — First Ever!
September 17, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Weddings are spectacular! Weddings are fun! Some weddings are huge … some are small and intimate … and all Weddings are memorable! The first annual Auburn Autumn Wedding Show, will be held at Emerald Downs on October 2nd and 3rd. More than just gowns, the Auburn Wedding Show will offer guidance and vendors to help you choose [...]
It’s ALL About ME!
September 3, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Whoo hoo! I just got notification that: I was voted the Best Real Estate Agent in Auburn, WA by KOMO News 4!! and I was a finalist in the Auburn Reporter’s “Best of” too!! This is so cool! I’m so flattered and truly grateful to everyone who voted. What an honor to be recognized! Thank [...]
What You Own — FREE Home Inventory Software
August 24, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Keeping track of “stuff” is critical–you’ll need a list such as this should you ever need to make an insurance claim. Be sure that you also periodically print a report listing your belongings and keep it in your safe or offsite (even better!). Thanks to Brett Pickett for this helpful link. I liked what CNET [...]
Turtle Burgers
August 16, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
This is totally off base as far as real estate goes, but just enough fun that I thought I’d share. I received this recipe this morning from a southern friend and am quoting it intact. I can tell you that as “bleagh” as this is to me, my husband thought this looked fantastic! Must be a [...]
Auburn Good Ol’ Days is BUSY!
August 5, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Here’s the schedule of events and entertainment at Auburn Good Ol’ Days, starting Friday evening, August 13th through Sunday evening, August 15th. Don’t miss the Classic Car Shows — My Favorites! FRIDAY, August 13th Goodtime All School Reunion Auburn Community BBQ 5K Fun Run, Walk, Stroll or Roll On the Mural Stage (B Street NE & [...]
Auburn Good Ol’ Days is On The Way!!
August 5, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
I love going to street fairs. They’re just FUN! Walking around with an ear of corn dripping with butter and cheese is ummmmm, YUMMY! One of the last street fairs of the season is held right down the hill from my house — in downtown Auburn — starting on August 13th, and running through the [...]
It’s SeaFair Hydro Time in Seattle!
August 4, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
I love Seafair in Seattle. I grew up in Seattle and, luckily, my family also loved the Hydros. As a young girl, we would always, always go to “Hydro Sunday”–spending the day sitting on the beach, having a picnic and generally just sharing in the giddy chaos that surrounded the event. SOOOO much fun. The [...]
Red Skelton’s Pledge of Allegiance
July 2, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
One of my favorite gentle clowns (other than the humble clown I live with and married, of course!) is Red Skelton. A few days ago while surfing the Web and looking for a gift for my hubby, I stumbled across Red’s recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Haven’t seen this in years! I hope you [...]
Baseball & Babies, It Just Doesn’t Get Any Cuter!
June 5, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
For the last month or so I’ve been assisting a wonderful couple find a new home. As we’ve gotten to know each other, I was delighted to find that not only are they the parents of darling little Noah, they were huge Ken Griffey, Jr. fans. In fact, the first time I chatted with them [...]
10 Fun Things to Do in Auburn Washington!
April 22, 2010 by Gabrielle · 3 Comments
10 Fun Things to Do in Auburn, Washington! 1. Shop Shop Shop (well, you know, it IS the key to happiness … err maybe that’s the money I’d save by …) … shopping at the SuperMall of the Great Northwest! Truly good buys here in a totally undercover outlet mall. Come visit! SuperMall 1101 SuperMall [...]
