One ratified contract...two hugs. That was exactly what I received today. I have a listing that has been on the market for some time. I am the third agent to have the listing.  Although the house is very nice it was priced too high when it first came on the market.  Those things happen, especially when this one was first listed in May 2007.

I showed it more than once prior to getting the listing because I really like the house.  I was happy when I received a call from the owner asking to meet with me.  We met and completed a listing agreement.  This was back in the fall.  I held a broker's open which was successful and did considerable marketing. Real estate slows down often during the holidays so we took it off and put it back on in early March.  

Finally, success.  I began working with a couple that thought this would be the perfect home for them and their extended family.  As I did not want to do dual agency one of the other agents met with them and wrote a contract.

We ratified the contract today.  My owner was so happy and I was so happy for her.  At one point she looked at me and said, "I must give you a hug." and so she did.  When she finished initialing the last change she wanted to give me one more.  I felt like a million dollars.

Now you know why I love real estate!

I'm in love with sunsets.  I cannot seem to get over the beauty of them.  Although I have tons of pictures of the sun going down, I still take more.  I delight in the fact that we see some truly gorgeous ones.  The fact that the setting sun, and the wonderful hues it creates in the sky, are often reflected in the water.  That doubles my pleasure.

If you love sunsets perhaps we can find a place for you here at Lake Anna where you can feast your eyes on many spectacular ones.  I'll do all that I can to help you

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For those of us within an easy commute of Lake Anna State Park it is wonderful to have the opportunity to visit and take part in a number of activities that are both fun and educational.

(For those of you who live too far away for a day trip come back as I'll be writing a post soon about the great camping facilities at the park and the cabins you can rent.)

If you have not done so as yet, take advantage of this great resource and plan to spend some time in this beautiful natural setting.

Be sure to take a look to see which of these many offerings you would like to attend.  You may find it difficult to choose.  If that's the case, simply sign up for everything and have a great time.

May 23, 2009    Storytime in the Woods   11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.   Reading is fun for all ages, especially when it involves nature. Each week the program will feature a nature themed book and will involve children and their parents in hands on learning through skits, songs, etc. Register the day of program. Community groups (daycare centers, YMCA, scouts, etc) are encouraged to register in advance by calling the park. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center    Phone - (540) 854-6245 
 
May 23, 2009    Panning For Gold   1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.   Try your hand at panning for gold as park interpreter gives a panning demonstration. Register the day of program at the visitor center. FREE    Location - Meet at the park's visitor center.    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 23, 2009    Goodwin Goldmine Tour   2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.   Tour the ruins of the Goodwin Goldmine as you learn the history of gold in Spotsylvania County. Please register the day of tour. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center    Phone - (540) 854-6245 
 
May 23, 2009    Super Saturday Programs   4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.   Learn about the natural components of Virginia's outdoors through basic 101 instruction. Please register the day of the program. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center.    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 23, 2009    Campfire   7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.   Make memories around the fire with stories, skits, songs, family fun and of course s'mores (bring your own roasting stick, marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers). No registration needed, meet ranger at the campfire circle. FREE    Location - Campfire Circle (btw the campground & visitor center off the paved trail)    Phone - (540) 854-5503

May 24, 2009    Nature Adventures   3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.   Learn the sports of orienteering, GPS and geocaching as you and your family go on a nature adventure. Please register the day of the program at the park visitor center. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park's visitor center.    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 24, 2009    Moonlight Tour   7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.   Enjoy the night sounds and learn about the moon's phases. Please register at the park office on the day of the tour. Fee: $6 per person.    Location - Meet at Park Office    Phone - (540) 854-5503

May 25, 2009    Historical Hikes   10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.   Enjoy the park scenery while hiking on one of the park's historical trails. These hikes will be easy to moderate. Please register the day of the tour at the park office. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park office.    Phone - (540) 854-5503

May 25, 2009    Goodwin Goldmine Tour   2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.   Tour the ruins of the Goodwin Goldmine as you learn the history of gold in Spotsylvania County. Please register the day of tour. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 30, 2009    Basic Paddle Tour   10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.   Take a relaxing paddle and capture a glance of the lake's wildlife. Basic canoe instruction and safety will be provided. Regiser at the park office on the day of the tour. Fee: $5 per person.    Location - Meet at the Park Office    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 30, 2009    Panning For Gold   1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.   Try your hand at panning for gold as park interpreter gives a panning demonstration. Register the day of program at the visitor center. FREE    Location - Meet at the park's visitor center.    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 30, 2009    Goodwin Goldmine Tour   2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.   Tour the ruins of the Goodwin Goldmine as you learn the history of gold in Spotsylvania County. Please register the day of tour. FEE: $3 per person, $8 per family.    Location - Meet at the park's Visitor Center    Phone - (540) 854-6245

May 30, 2009    Campfire   7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.   Make memories around the fire with stories, skits, songs, family fun and of course s'mores (bring your own roasting stick, marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers). No registration needed, meet ranger at the campfire circle. FREE    Location - Campfire Circle (between the campground & visitor center off the paved trail)    Phone - (540) 854-5503

Lake Anna State Park is one of Virginia's special spots.  Visit and Enjoy!__________________________________________________________________________________________________

If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®.

Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com.  Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.

While some of us may think of rainy days as days to snuggle up on the couch and read a book, others say this is a good time to be out fishing.

Those of us at Lake Anna are no different.  Some of us do not venture out on those drizzely days unless it is absolutely necessary.  However, we too have our exceptions.

A couple of days ago I was out doing some real estate related tasks.  It was not the prettiest day as we were having more of the rain we need to keep our lake filled to the brim.

As I was passing over one of Lake Anna's bridges I noticed a couple of men fishing.  This is a common sight on bright, sunny days as well as on  cloudy, rainy days.

This time I decided to take some shots.  It is very possible that many people thinkof Lake Anna, and having a good time down here, when the weather is warm and sunny.  That may be true for some but believe me, there are many others that find this is the opportune time to getting some productive fishing in.

Not only do the fish seem to be biting when the weather is like this, it is also a time that you are not sharing the lake with water skiers, jet skis, and all the other assorted boaters typically out there on sunny days.

I thought you might like to see that some are not only taking advantage of this type of weather but actually enjoying themselves.  How about getting out there and having some fun?

 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________If If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property at or near Lake Anna, Virginia please contact Kathleen "Kate" Elim, REALTOR®.

Kate lives at Lake Anna, knows Lake Anna, loves Lake Anna, and specializes in Lake Anna area real estate.

Contact Kate at 540-226-1964 or by e-mail at lakeanna.kate@gmail.com.  Be sure to check Kate's Web site http://lakeannacountry.com/.