Much to be THANKFUL for!

Good Afternoon, or whatever is the best greeting to you, in your part of the world!

Have to apologize for not having written any tidbitz posts since June 2nd. We have been on the go; and are wearing many bittidz hats.

One thing I will share, is that we sold our old home; and it is with mixed emotions; because we loved the little apartment. After a considerable period of time of it being on the market, we received five offers, all within ten days of each other. What has happened, is that the market is stabilizing a bit, which affects the equity value of property. We knew what threshold we needed; and I said a Prayer to Him, asking for one of the five buyers to offer 'over asking price'. Specifically I 'threw out' a price. 'LO AND BEHOLD', the next day, the offer came in for that EXACT Blessed amount! We accepted the offer and the close is for June 18th.

We also had an arrangement agreed upon with our realtor that he would 'waive' aside his commission fees, should a family member wish to purchase it from us. The family member had ample opportunity; and I guess that is why both Alan and I have 'mixed' feelings, because we know it would have been a good and prudent move for the individual. Real estate is on the rise; and we know that our old abode will return to its higher fetching value in time. Due to the financial debaucles (greed) starting approximately September 2008, there has been a worldwide domino effect, which has trickled down to many of us unsuspecting 'bystanders'.

We work with INTEGRITY; so had there been a deal struck with the family member, we would still be honour bound to decently compensate our realtor 'something' for his hard earned efforts. Our realtor has had 'mud thrown in his face' by his colleagues, because our unit has not been the easiest to sell, during these 'testy' times of 'trials and tribulations'. Unfortunately, the previous realtor did not work out; and it was a tid awkward, because both realtors work in the same location. The other realtor had a fair chance; however, we needed an 'energizer bunny' realtor to achieve positive results.

We took into consideration, the fluctuation of the market conditions; thus we were flexible and reduced our asking price substantially. However, we had a vital bottom line; and we stuck to it, as we felt 'enough is enough'. Because of the surge of current confidence in the marketplace, we contemplated in increasing our asking price this month. However, the offer came through yesterday. No question, we are relieved; but a little disappointed and saddened that a dearly loved family member chose not to participate. However, c'est la vie; and we have to simply 'let it go'.

We are happy however, for our realtor, because he now has a big smile on his face; and we would love to be 'flies on the wall' at his office Monday morning meeting! We heartily recommend him; and, we gravitate towards his tenacious optimism! We called him this morning to let him know we appreciate him as a 'quality' person, as well as a consistently 'upbeat' realtor. He has offered to sell some of our existing furniture in the suite; so 'what goes around, comes around'. That also will help us with the challenges of moving out some of the heavier objects, methinks! With Alan's knee difficulty and my injured shoulder, we are grateful for this help. Also, we will not be seeing any money to us; as everything will be consumed by the various fees. Once again, I am totally thankful for my answered Prayer; inasmuch as the additional 'boost', helps pay the two realtors' commissions. In the ultimate payout figure, it will be tres close to the wire.

It has been a real 'learning curve'; particularly as of late. However, we are joyfully 'Praising Him In All Things'; and we are leaving it all up to Him to Provide the rest of the Solutions. Just have to have the continual FAITH, TRUST, and to be of GOOD CHEER, knowing that He will always 'Show us the Way'. 'He IS the WAY, the TRUTH, and the LIGHT'.

Here is wishing you a nice weekend. Love the above photo image / message - 'Seek and Ye Shall Find'. When you invite Him (Jesus Christ) genuinely into your heart, He never leaves you.

Am eagerly looking forward to watching the encouraging Vision Channel tomorrow morning for illuminating teachings. Here again, are a few websites for those who wish to gain further knowledge and insights of Him! 'Hour of Power' - www.hourofpower.org; 'Enjoying Everyday Life' - www.joycemeyer.org; and 'Living Truth' - www.livingtruth.ca.

Peace and God Bless.