We had the luck of the Irish with us at our annual picnic!! The first morning rain in 23 days was not going to stop our yearly fun in the park! My clients, friends and family came out to have a party and we did. The massages kept everyone mellow, the tarot gave them food for thought, great Pabla Indian Cuisine gave everyone sustenance, henna tattoos added the artsy flair to a wonderful day. The kids went crazy with our little pinata and then even more fun was had in the excitement of our annual raffle!! A really great day was had by all.
My sister-in-law, Laura Elfline, and Abby Suplizio were interviewed by KING5 last week. They are the West Seattle chapter coordinators of this fantastic mom’s group that focuses on empowering moms to combat climate change on an individual/family level (check out CoolMom.org if you’re interested in what’s happening in your neighborhood). Anyhow, the interview was about their support of the Mayor Nickels’ Car Free Days initiative. Check out the video clip!
Another shout out to our friends who joined in to serve spaghetti, pasta, soup & sandwiches to the men and women being served at Operation Nightwatch in July.
Many thanks to: Lyn, Roger, Julie, Rachel, Consuelo, and Kim. What a productive and fun night with you all
Be there or be square! Sunday, July 27 at Woodland Park Shelter #3 from 11AM-3PM. Bounce house for the kids, volleyball, raffles, chair massages, tarot card reading, face painting, piñatas, and Indian food catered by Pabla Indian Cuisine!! Stop by and stay awhile:)
As I’ve been saying all along, the real estate market is alive and well in our NW area. Serious sellers are giving concessions and buyers are making offers at prices and terms they haven’t seen for several years. Not that I am denying that times are difficult for many people right now. I believe in the long term outlook and find it valuable to remember that real estate has always been a longer term investment when the primary reason to purchase a property is to live in the home and create a life. In our area, that usually means keeping a property for 5 or more years to see a substantial appreciation of your investment.
My good friend, Dr. Sutapa Basu, was honored at the ‘2008 Women of Inspiration Night‘ along with 3 others at this past Saturday’s Seattle Storm game at the Key Arena (which they won 70-52 btw). Sutapa is someone who actually walks the talk. Under Sutapa’s direction, the University of Washington’s Women’s Center has increased their membership and funding to reach many more people around the world. The UW Women’s Center is an internationally respected center taking on the often difficult local and international women’s issues that many people are unwilling to tackle such as domestic violence, trafficking women and children, religious oppression, etc.
Note from Sutapa: My dear friends,
A heartfelt thank you to each one of you who went to the game and to those who were there in spirit to cheer me on. Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you !
Your friendship sustains me and your support encourages me to continue my work.
On another note, it was a very exciting game and the Seattle Storm were amazing. Many of us have decided to buy season tickets. Please let me know if you want to join us.
Again, Thank you.
Every year many South Asian patients are diagnosed with blood-related diseases. In order to survive, they need a bone marrow transplant from a matching donor. The Asians for Miracle Marrow Matches works to make those matches happen.
Nearly 30% of patients will find a matching donor within their families.
The remaining 70% must search for an unrelated donor. Unfortunately, only 1% of South Asians (Indians, Pakistanis, Sri Lankans and Bangladeshis) are registered to be marrow donors.
It’s easy to get on the registry (learn more from this youTube video)! Get registered today!
You know the old saying, his, hers, and OURS! We are ideally looking forward to OUR house but want to get Scott’s house sold first. Now, I’ll be getting to do what most of my clients are doing all of the time - moving!!
For $1,299,000, the fully finished day-lite rambler sits on a very private, beautifully landscaped lot complete with a gazebo and in-ground pool! The house is perfect for the person looking to down size to a more ranch style living, or the family with kids desiring to take advantage of some of the top schools in the area. Remodel it to make it a ‘dream’ house or keep it as is for simple living. Walk (seriously!) to Bellevue Square/Lincoln Center, beaches, parks, public schools, Overlake Golf & Country Club, and jump right onto the last 520 exit heading west. Read more and download a flyer from my website.
Vuecrest has been around since the 1940s and has established itself as a prime Eastside neighborhood offering convenience and character.
We’ve been busy helping our clients facilitate deals that make everyone happy! Let us know if you have questions on these or any other properties or if we can be of service.
One of our listings this month included a lovely, sunny English Cove townhome in Redmond. It is just a few minutes to Redmond Town Center, Microsoft, Marymoor Park, Whole Foods and 520 and 405 access. This property is quiet with lush surroundings and a private setting. At almost 1,700 sq.ft., the home offers big value for your dollars. Contemporary flair, a great floor plan with a deep garage makes this even more attractive! Read more and download a flyer from my website.
This past Tuesday evening, I attended a very cool event for Seattle Greendrinks 5 year celebration at Herban Feast and Alchemy Goods in the Sodo district. The 1thing.com (commit to one thing that you can do to improve the world) people were there, as well as the president of NewEarth, a renewable energy company utilizing ECO clean coal fuel options and almost 800 other people. Theo Chocolates, Full Circle Farms, Sierra Nevada, Kestrel Winerywere a few of the sponsors. With the largest member base in the country, Greendrinks offers an awesome resource for learning and getting involved with sustainable businesses and avenues that are happening every day!
