tom plant: A Breath Of Fresh Air - At Hurricane Force! - 10/08/08 08:37 PM
If you're a regular reader of my blog, you know music is one of my passions. I've written before about two of my favorites - Little Feat and Paul Thorn. Just the other day I heard a singer on XM Cross Country who knocked me on my ear. Her … (3 comments)
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tom plant: What Do Jay Leno & Dick Cheney Have In Common? Temecula Wine! - 10/06/08 06:51 PM
We are abundantly blessed in the Temecula Valley. Our climate provides ideal conditions for growing fruits and vegetables and wine grapes are no exception. Our wine country continues to draw tourists and rave reviews. One of the newest additions is the Briar Rose Winery, open for tasting by appointment … (16 comments)
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tom plant: Cooking Italian In Temecula - Now That's Tasty! - 10/02/08 04:57 PM
I love finding good new places to eat. Now that they've celebrated their first anniversary in Temecula, Francesca's Italian Kitchen may not be exactly new, but they sure are good. Laura and I stopped by on September 21st for the 1st Anniversary dinner and came back the following night … (15 comments)
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tom plant: Inside Passage & The San Juan Islands - 09/23/08 09:47 PM
On Sunday, August 31st, Laura and I flew to Seattle and boarded the Star Princess. We left Seattle on a postcard perfect day and headed north into Alaska's Inside Passage. We spent all day Monday at sea, and then woke early Tuesday to explore our first port-of-call, Ketchikan. Once … (14 comments)
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tom plant: Southern Cookin' - Temecula Style! - 09/22/08 06:37 PM
My mouth started watering when I first heard about Southern Stuffer. I love Cajun and Creole food, so Laura and I decided to stop in for lunch a few weeks ago. Kristina welcomed us and we settled in to look at the menu... oh boy!Crawfish Etouffee, Jambalaya, Seafood … (14 comments)
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tom plant: A Saturday Ritual In Old Town Temecula (LOCALISM FEATURED) - 09/20/08 03:53 AM
Without fail, if we're in town, Laura and I head to Old Town Temecula every Saturday for the Farmers Market. I mistakenly thought it was just a summer event. Much to my delight I have found out it happens year 'round. Our last visit we brought home fresh baked bread, … (34 comments)
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tom plant: Bouncing the Active Rain Friendship Ball to Justin Williams and Tom Plant - 09/19/08 07:13 AM
Here comes the Active Rain Friendship Ball.
It got passed along to me by my friend Brian Block from up in Northern Virginia. After reading Brian's blog posts for a long time, we were finally able to meet in person at Inman Connect in San Francisco. Brian is a very cool … (4 comments)
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tom plant: Gorgeous Resort-Like Anza Home - 09/17/08 01:44 PM
Doreen and I are still busy. Here's a fabulous home on 4.55 acres we just listed.
Murrieta Real Estate Expert – Tom Plant, REALTOR® - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Active Rain Ambassador (951) 907-9701
It would be my honor to show you the incredible Temecula Valley, a place I’m very … (10 comments)
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tom plant: Newly Listed In Wildomar - 09/16/08 07:03 PM
Just listed by my partner Doreen McKee and me. It is a lovely home!
Spacious Like New Wildomar HomeLocation: Palomar RidgeVery spacious and clean two story home with downstairs mini-suite. 3rd car garage can be converted to a casita. Home sits next to a children's' playground, so there are no neighbors … (5 comments)
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tom plant: North To Alaska - Putting On My Sailin' Shoes - 08/31/08 07:47 AM
I've been MIA most of the week. It's been a busy one, writing up two offers and getting ready for an Alaskan cruise! Laura and I fly to Seattle this morning and will board the Star Princess cruise ship and travel the Inland Passage. As a photographer, I look forward to … (29 comments)
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tom plant: Temecula Plays Host To Winemaker Steve Anglim - 08/22/08 06:09 PM
Last night was very special at The Wine Company. Owner Jim Lilly was able to get Steve Anglim, owner and winemaker of Anglim Winery in Paso Robles to talk about some of his wines while we sampled them. Steve knows his stuff and makes superior wines. We tasted "Cameo", … (9 comments)
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tom plant: Racism Lives In The 21st Century - 08/22/08 10:51 AM
This is not the type of post I normally write. I wish I didn't feel the need to write it. I wish I hadn't seen what I saw yesterday.
I was showing homes to a client, who happens to be an African-American woman. I would not normally mention that, … (52 comments)
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tom plant: Blogging Basics - Real Agent Help In Hemet - 08/18/08 10:23 AM
One of the most amazing people I have been blessed to meet through Active Rain is Joey Aszterbaum. Joey is much more focused on helping others succeed than he is with his own success. I'm convinced that's why he is as successful as he is. if you haven't checked … (17 comments)
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tom plant: It's Jason Crouch's Birthday - Deep In The Heart of Texas - 08/17/08 06:09 PM
It's a tough job being Active Rain's ambassador. I have to travel all over the country,meeting and spending time with wonderful people and eating fabulous food.
Laura and I arrived in Austin Friday afternoon. Austin is a vibrant city, filled with fun places to visit and delicious … (47 comments)
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tom plant: Blog Action Day Is Coming - Together We Can Make A Difference - 08/15/08 04:24 PM
Jo-Anne Smith introduced me to Blog Action Day last year. The collective power bloggers have is even more staggering than it was last year. Blog Action Day is October 15th this year and the theme is fighting poverty.
If you're wondering how you can help, there are several … (12 comments)
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tom plant: Temecula's Mayor Pro Tem Chimes In - These Are The Good Old Days! - 08/12/08 04:26 PM
One of the most rewarding aspects of my time as a director for the board of the Southwest Riverside County Association of REALTORS was the networking opportunities and the people I met. One of the brightest is Maryann Edwards, mayor pro tem for the city of Temecula. Maryann was … (5 comments)
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tom plant: Paso Robles - Absolutely My Favorite Wine Destination - 08/07/08 03:33 PM
This is one of the views from Calcareous Winery on Peachy Canyon Road in Paso Robles. It's one of the reasons Laura and I love the area so much. In fact, we've visited there three times in the past two months.
Paso Robles has a rich … (17 comments)
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tom plant: Day One - RE Connect SF - 07/24/08 03:29 PM
Permit me to quote paraphrase Bob Stewart. "If you don't attend Real Estate Connect, you are crazy." That was the gist of what he wrote in a post following the Connect conference this past January in New York.
The past two days have been a blur, so this will … (60 comments)
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tom plant: San Francisco, Open Your Golden Gate! - 07/22/08 11:11 PM
It's been a full day. Up at 5, finished writing an offer, packed, stopped at the office and hit the road for San Francisco for Real Estate Connect. I left home at 10:30 and by 5:00 I was looking at the Golden Gate Bridge to my right and downtown San Francisco … (18 comments)
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tom plant: Fine Dining In Murrieta - Anthony's Ristorante & Lounge Is Open - 07/20/08 06:46 PM
The long wait is finally over. Tony and Joan have opened to doors to Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante in Old Town Murrieta. Anthony's Ristorante has been a fixture in Temecula for years offering consistenly excellent Italian food. After months and months of remodeling, Tony opened the doors … (8 comments)
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tom plant: Real Estate Connect Is Next Week - Will You Leave Your Heart In San Francisco? - 07/16/08 04:26 PM
I've been a longtime fan of Real Estate Connect. When I attended my first Connect it was called Inman Connect. Brad Inman is the publisher of Inman News, perhaps the premier real estate website. Next week hordes of us will descend on San Francisco in droves for nearly a … (14 comments)
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tom plant: Suite Dreams... Teller Speaks!... Captain Phil!! & More!!! - Only In Las Vegas - 07/14/08 07:15 PM
No, we didn't get married. I just wanted to see if you were paying attention.
We arrived in Las Vegas Saturday afternoon for Cosmoprof, where Laura had a booth to display her line of McCoy Foot Care products. After setting up her booth, we checked into … (19 comments)
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tom plant: Off The Beaten Track - An Afternoon In The Temecula Valley Wine Country (LOCALISM FEATURED) - 07/07/08 07:54 PM
My idea of a perfect afternoon is a visit to the Temecula Valley Wine Country. Yesterday afternoon, Laura and I headed south on Margarita Road and took a left on Rancho California. Our first stop wasn't at a winery, it was at the fabulous Baron's Market. Baron's is located … (54 comments)
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tom plant: What A Blast! Lake Elsinore 4th of July Fireworks - 07/06/08 02:23 PM
I have a confession to make. I love fireworks! I always have. When Laura asked me if we could get married on the 4th of July next year I immediately agreed. We'll have an evening ceremony and watch the Canyon Lake fireworks display.
This year we went to a … (20 comments)
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tom plant: LOCALISM FEATURED: San Diego - Petco Park Rocks! - 07/01/08 12:52 AM
I've just returned from San Diego and yesterday I paid my first visit to Petco Park. It was a picture perfect day with the temperature hovering between 71 and 73 degrees. You should see my sunburned knees!
Petco Park is located in the historic Gaslamp district. … (32 comments)
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tom plant: The Fantastic Machine - Have You Seen This? OMG! - 06/28/08 12:43 PM
I just got an email from a friend with an amazing video I had never seen before. The story was that this machine was built as a collaborative effort by engineering students from two schools and that it took them over 13,000 hours to assemble and fine tune it. … (17 comments)
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tom plant: Happy (17th) Birthday Murrieta! - 06/27/08 05:19 PM
She doesn't look a day over 16! My hometown Murrieta is celebrating her 17th birthday tomorrow and in true Murrieta style, there's going to be a celebration! I have lived in Murrieta for more than two years now and I can honestly say I enjoy living here more … (8 comments)
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tom plant: The TOP 5 (The Best!) Things To See and Do In The Temecula Valley - 06/26/08 07:53 PM
Let me start by saying I love the concept of this contest. I'm passionate about where I live and I love to share my favorite things.
1) The Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival - This month was the festival's 25th anniversary. Each year the crowds get bigger and … (37 comments)
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tom plant: Look! Up In The Sky! It's A Bird! It's A Plane! It's Supermeme!!! - 06/16/08 04:44 PM
I got tagged not once, not twice, but three times for a meme in one week. My eternal thanks to Deb Brooks, Ricki Eichler and Cynthia Tilghman. It's been a while since I've done a meme, and I was intrigued by the super meme. So here goes...
1. … (32 comments)
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tom plant: From Artichokes To Zinfandel - California In 48 Hours - 06/05/08 08:15 AM
We Californians are blessed to live in a state with such an abundance of beauty and bounty. Friday morning, Laura and I took off for an afternoon and evening in Paso Robles enroute to see R.E.M. Saturday night at the Greek Theatre. We stopped for lunch in Santa Barbara, … (25 comments)
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tom plant: Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides In Temecula - FREE! - 05/29/08 03:59 PM
Photo by Frank Bellino - The Press-Enterprise
There are so many things about the Temecula Valley that I just love. While looking at property yesterday I drove through the wine country and stopped at Falkner Winery. I love to go the the Old Town Farmers' market on Saturdays. The … (14 comments)
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tom plant: Temecula's Mayor Pro-Tem Chimes In - 05/29/08 03:44 PM
While serving on the board of the Southwest Riverside County Association of REALTORS, I had the good fortune to meet many community leaders. One of those I have enjoyed spending time with is Maryann Edwards, Temecula City Council member and mayor pro tem. I have been asking Maryann to … (6 comments)
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tom plant: Real Estate Connect SF - Do You Have What It Takes? - 05/21/08 04:50 PM
If you know me at all, you know I think Real Estate Connect is the most worthwhile and relevant real estate conference on the planet. I'm not alone in this opinion. Inman's San Francisco conference is slated for July 23-25. Plan on seeing many of your fellow bloggers in attendance.
The … (14 comments)
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tom plant: Recognize That Redhead? - 05/19/08 06:06 PM
If you guessed Bonnie Raitt, go to the head of the class. I went to the Doheny Blues Festival yesterday and Bonnie was the headliner.
I was fortunate enough to be backstage as my favorite group Little Feat went on before her set. I was able … (37 comments)
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tom plant: Young At Heart - Bring The Kleenex - 05/10/08 08:12 PM
I just saw one of the best films I have seen in years. Young @ Heart is one of the sweetest, most heartfelt movies I have ever experienced. It's a documentary about the real-life Young @ Heart chorus, average age - 80. I laughed, I cried and simply loved … (19 comments)
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tom plant: Tipping My Hat To Friday - OLE! - 05/09/08 03:05 PM
I just wanted to start your weekend with a smile. Diablo Cody (from Juno) recently named her top 10 youtube videos in her Entertainment Weekly column. This one puts a big grin on my face. Have a great weekend, rainers!
Murrieta Real Estate Expert – Tom Plant, REALTOR® - … (14 comments)
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tom plant: Angels In Murrieta Assist Our Troops - 05/06/08 02:46 PM
Jan Bates is truly an angel. For the past several years, Jan has worked tirelessly motivating agents and affiliates to round up supplies for our troops in Iraq and then taken care of packaging and mailing them. Boxes of socks, beef jerky, Otter Pops, cookies, books, games and many other … (19 comments)
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tom plant: Wrapping Up My Visit To Texas - San Antonio's Riverwalk - 05/04/08 05:59 PM
My wonderful hostess Judi Morgan took me to San Antonio's famed Riverwalk on the final day of my recent visit to Texas. After a nice lunch and another great visit with Jason Crouch, we hopped in the car and drove to Riverwalk. Judi showed me "Wedding Island", where she and … (22 comments)
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tom plant: Incredible Investment Opportunity In The Gateway To Riverside - 05/02/08 01:52 PM
The city of Riverside has major economic redevelopment plans for the "5 points" area, considered the "Gateway to Riverside". This office building is in a highly visible location and the city is offering 90% reimbursement for building improvements up to $24,000. Check out this diamond in the rough.
Murrieta Real Estate … (5 comments)
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tom plant: TOM PLANT CALLED ME!!!!!!!!!!! - 04/30/08 08:33 PM
I have spoken to a few of my fellow ActiveRainers before, most of them from the area I live in and until now ALL of them had lived here in the Sunshine State.....well imagine my surprise when the phone rang and the caller ID said TOM PLANT! I was REALLY surprised!!! … (8 comments)
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tom plant: Murrieta In Full Bloom - 04/26/08 09:08 AM
Did I ever mention how much I love living in the Inland Empire? You'll have an opportunity today to discover one of the many reasons why I think this is such an extraordinary place to live. I have done a few posts on the Santa Rosa Plateau. Today you can … (10 comments)
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tom plant: We Are Not The Only Victims - Pets Suffer, Too - 04/24/08 01:04 PM
Ben Stein talked about it this past Sunday on CBS Sunday Morning. The Press Enterprise talked about it, too:
Shelters filling up with four-legged victims of foreclosures
As if that weren't bad enough, Animal Friends of The Valleys suffered a tragedy February 28th when a trailer with 24 puppies/dogs and 15 cats … (25 comments)
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tom plant: Texas Wildflowers - This California Boy Was Bowled Over - 04/19/08 04:50 PM
I can't begin to describe just how much I enjoyed my way too brief four day visit to the Lone Star State. After Saturday's Active Rain gathering in Bandera, Judi and Don took me to Fredericksburg. We made several stops between San Antonio and Fredericksburg to take photos of the … (41 comments)
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tom plant: Wineries In Texas??? Y'All Better Believe It! - 04/17/08 08:27 PM
As I live and breathe I didn't know Texas produced wine. I now know they produce quality wine. Judi Morgan and her husband Don were my gracious hosts during my surprise visit to the Lone Star State. After Saturday's incredible Active Rain gathering in Bandera, Judi and Don offered … (49 comments)
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tom plant: What's Tom Plant Doing On The Floor? - 04/13/08 06:58 PM
Judi Morgan is a devious woman. She called me a few months back to seek my help in organizing an Active Rain gathering in San Antonio next year during Coldwell Banker's annual International Business Conference. I told her I'd be happy to help. A few weeks later, Judi called to … (75 comments)
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tom plant: Emily's Family Needs Your Help - 04/10/08 06:19 PM
Every once in a while you hear a story that tears your heart out. I got an email today from a fellow agent at my office:
Attached is the picture of Emily Locricchio. She is a 7th grader at Thompson who died April 7th of asthma attack. She went to … (31 comments)
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tom plant: Don't Know Who Paul Thorn Is? Do Yourself A Favor And Find Out - 04/05/08 05:08 PM
I first heard Paul Thorn's music last year on XM Radio. Since then I have purchased every bit of his music I can find and have seen him in concert twice. I had the pleasure of hearing Paul play at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach near San Diego … (18 comments)
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tom plant: Roogles, Lacrosse, Pulled Pork & Blue Cheese - Just Another Sunday In Temecula - 04/03/08 02:26 PM
A while back I wrote about Jim Lilly and The Wine Company. - Temecula Business Spotlight Shines On - The Wine Company
This past Sunday, Jim introduced a group of his customers to David Townsend from The Grateful Palate. David's 14 year old daughter Ceili (pronounced Kaylee) plays lacrosse at Chapparal High … (10 comments)
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tom plant: Old Town Temecula Farmers' Market - Summer Must Not Be Far Behind - 03/31/08 03:04 PM
The Temecula Valley offers spectacular growing conditions for everything from wine grapes to delicious fruits and vegetables. One of the things I love about this time of year is the Farmers' Market each Saturday in Old Town Temecula. I paid a visit this past Saturday and came home with flowers … (16 comments)
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tom plant: We CAN All Get Along - Just Watch... - 03/28/08 04:40 PM
This is one of the most heartwarming videos I have ever seen. The message is quite powerful. There really is nothing we can't accomplish if we just set our minds to it. Don't believe me? Take a look.
Murrieta Real Estate Expert – Tom Plant, REALTOR® - Coldwell Banker Residential … (23 comments)
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tom plant: Real Estate Connect, SF - You Are Planning On Being There, Aren't You? - 03/28/08 01:29 PM
Let's quote Bob Stewart, shall we? "If you miss the next Inman in July in San Francisco (or if that's too far and you miss the one a year from now in New York) you are crazy!!"
What did I learn at Inman?I can't tell you what an incredible experience … (13 comments)
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tom plant: There's So Much To See & Do Here - Winchester Farms - 03/21/08 02:33 PM
If you take Winchester Road from Temecula and head north, you'll come to Winchchester Farms. Do yourself a favor and check it out.
Julian is the apple capitol of the area. If you want to take home one of their world famous pies, you've come to the right place. … (12 comments)
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tom plant: What Happens In Vegas... - 03/17/08 05:09 PM
WOW! Chris and I drove to Las Vegas Friday and had the time of our lives. Friday evening we had to good fortune to see Bette Midler's new show at Caesar's Palace, "The Showgirl Must Go On". Anyone who had any doubts about her ability to take Celine Dion's place can … (39 comments)
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tom plant: Real Agent Help - How The Arrid Club in Hemet Is Helping People Turn Their Lives Around - 03/16/08 09:27 AM
This past Thursday morning I went to Mimi's Cafe in Hemet for Joey Aszterbaum's monthly Real Agent Help breakfast. This month's breakfast sponsor was Active Rain's Heidi Gray. She invited John and Sugar from The Arrid Club to be the morning's speakers.
Heidi shared with the group that … (18 comments)
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tom plant: Hidden Gem in the Rain - Elaine Manes - 03/11/08 08:37 PM
I was tagged recently by Tom Plant to pick my 2nd Hidden Gem in the Rain. If you don't know Tom, you should check out his blog... however I warn you, lately there have been way too many vacations! Enough to make me start getting very jealous. Okay, so he's a … (23 comments)
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tom plant: Spring Has Sprung In The Inland Empire - 03/09/08 06:35 PM
A wetter than normal winter has blessed up with an abundance of brilliant wildflowers in the Temecula Valley. I know they won't last long, so I grabbed my camera and started snapping. The first shots are a few blocks from my house in Murrieta.
This is from the nectarine tree … (26 comments)
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tom plant: A Life Left Behind - 03/02/08 03:03 PM
I took some clients out to see homes yesterday. They were a lovely couple, excited about purchasing a home for their family. They saw a home near the first one we had previewed and asked if we could see it. I called the office and found out it was vacant. … (104 comments)
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tom plant: Hidden Gems In The Rain - Say Hi To Lissa Uder - 02/28/08 05:46 PM
Dear friend Donna Yates tagged me to find a "hidden gem" in the rain. It didn't take too long!
I'd like you to meet Lissa Uder. Lissa is part of the RE/MAX Professional Realty Team in Lebanon, MO. She is showing signs of developing a full-blown addiction. I've Created A … (21 comments)
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tom plant: Images Of America - Murrieta - 02/26/08 08:08 AM
Our nation, though relatively young, is rich in history. Arcadia Publishing has done a phenomenal job with a series of books called Images of America. With more than 3400 titles in the series, chances are pretty good there's a title that chronicles your area's history.
This is a great portrait of my … (16 comments)
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tom plant: One Human Family - 02/24/08 07:55 AM
I spent a few days in Key West, Florida for my best friend Tom Sawyer's wedding. I have been there several times and am always captivated by its beauty and spirit. The above sign shows Key West's official philosophy. I think it's hard to beat.
If the opportunity to visit the Florida … (21 comments)
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tom plant: The Agenda For Real Estate Connect Is Up To You - 02/19/08 10:17 AM
As you may know, I'm a big fan of Inman News' Real Estate Connect. I registered for this July's conference while I was attending the New York Connect in January. If you'd like to know why I'm so passionate about this conference, let me point you to a post from Active … (47 comments)
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tom plant: Presenting Mr. & Mrs. Tom Sawyer - 02/17/08 08:10 AM
I believe this shot says it all. Here are the newlyweds immediately following what may have been a three minute ceremony on the helipad at Southernmost House in Key West.
My friend Mary, her son Gabriel and I stopped for dinner at the Conch Republic. Raw oysters, conch chowder and key … (20 comments)
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tom plant: Conspiracy against Vista? I was the casualty... - 02/17/08 01:12 AM
Unfortunately, when I had a laptop emergency last summer I had to buy a system 'off the shelf' at a local computer store. NO XP to be found, only Vista machines. Now, I will not lie, I like many aspects of the Vista system (I am currently in a Vista Commercial on … (12 comments)
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tom plant: The Conch Republic Beckons - Can You Hear Its Call? - 02/16/08 10:20 AM
If you take a close look, you'll see the pelican at the top. A lucky catch! I'm in Key West for my best friend Tom Sawyer's wedding. Yes, that is his real name. Meet him once and you will love him. Kelly Capone does. She's marrying him this evening at Key … (16 comments)
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tom plant: Jamaica Farewell - 02/11/08 10:04 AM
First of all, my apologies for my lack of posting. This year has been a blur so far. Shortly after returning from Real Estate Connect in New York, I packed my bags again to head for the 6th annual Feat Fan Excursion to Negril, Jamaica. No, I'm not asking for your … (29 comments)
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tom plant: Tom Plant Deserves a Them/Them - 02/08/08 10:15 AM
OOOOH!!! I truly love the format of this group!
What a great place to give well-deserved kudos to others in the industry!
This is VERY MUCH Live good. Be happy.'s STYLE!
I want to take a moment to recognize Tom Plant.
I went on Tom's site on Active Rain a few months ago and posted … (8 comments)
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tom plant: Out Of The Mouths Of Babes - My Brother Has A "Situation" - 01/31/08 04:24 PM
Miami, Florida - I left LAX this morning to head to Jamaica for Little Feat's annual Ffan Excursion to the Grand Lido Negril. I boarded a jam packed American Airlines flight at 8am and it didn't take long for chaos to ensure. Two couples were traveling with an 18 month old … (30 comments)
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tom plant: Facing Foreclosure? The California Department Of Real Estate May Be Able To Help - 01/27/08 12:40 PM
It's been estimated that 2,000,000 homes will go into foreclosure this year. That's a mind numbing number. At last week's California Association of REALTORS® January business meetings, DRE commissioner Jeff Davi told us about the Consumer Home Mortgage Information page. Not only will you find information useful to California homeowners, … (28 comments)
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tom plant: El Paseo - Palm Desert's Answer To Rodeo Drive - 01/25/08 02:37 PM
I've been in Indian Wells all week, on the outskirts of Palm Springs. Today I drove to El Paseo and spent about an hour strolling. It reminded me a lot of Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Ritzy shops, salons and restaurants every where you turn. If you're ever in the area, … (24 comments)
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tom plant: Look Who I Had Lunch With! - 01/24/08 09:45 AM
Yes indeed, that's Kathy McGraw. Kathy and I don't live terribly far from each other and have corresponded several times, but yesterday she took up my invitation to have lunch with me in Indian Wells. I have been so blessed to meet so many of my blogging buddies this year!
I was … (20 comments)
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tom plant: Indian Wells - C.A.R.'s January Business Meetings Are Off And Running - 01/23/08 12:59 PM
The California Association of REALTORS® January business meetings are underway in Indian Wells, just outside of Palm Springs. Local Association directors and association executives are gathered here in this majestic desert setting until Saturday to assess the state of our real estate market and prepare for our future. Our MLS working … (11 comments)
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tom plant: From The Right Coast To The Left - Real Estate Connect - 01/22/08 11:08 PM
As you may have gathered by now, I'm a huge fan of Inman News' Real Estate Connect. Yesterday, I had the pleasure of Joining Bob Stewart and Joel Burslem as Fran White graciously and professionally hosted a look back at what we took away from New York and what we hope … (23 comments)
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tom plant: Blog Talk Radio Show About Recent Inman Conf & San Fran In July!! - 01/21/08 01:11 PM
Here you can get first hand information about the recent Bloggers Connect / Inman Conference in New York if you weren't able to attend. These gentlemen lay it out on the line about what we're missing by not attending.
Hear what Joel from Inman says when I ask him if … (6 comments)
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tom plant: Didn't Make It To New York To Bloggers Connect? Find Out What You Missed - 01/20/08 09:09 PM
Greetings!
Tomorrow at 12:30 PM Central Time I'm going to be having a BlogTalkRadio Show for those of us who weren't able to go to the recent Bloggers Connect in New York this month.
We will have Joel Burslem owner of Future of Real Estate Marketing blog and Social Media Manager at Inman … (7 comments)
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tom plant: Sunday Morning In Murrieta - 01/20/08 11:19 AM
It's a wintry morning in Murrieta. The mercury dropped to 25 overnight. Fortunately it doesn't get that cold that often here. Last year we had a nearly two week stretch of sub 30 nights that wreaked havoc on the tropical foliage.
I love this time of year. The air is crisp … (24 comments)
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tom plant: Networking In Hemet - Real Agent Help Breakfast - 01/18/08 09:16 AM
Joey Aszterbaum is a hell of a guy. You can't help but love him. Each month he hosts a Real Agent Help breakfast at Mimi's in Hemet. I attended yesterday, and reconnected with fellow rainers Joey, John Occhi and Heidi Gray. One of my favorite people in the world, Judee Edgerton … (17 comments)
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tom plant: Hamming It Up Murrieta Style - Welcome To Honeycutt Farms - 01/15/08 07:58 PM
Last Christmas, we were invited to potluck with our friends in Quail Valley. Everyone agreed on a ham, so I headed over to Honeycutt Farms. I had stopped in once to try their split pea soup (delicious!), but hadn't yet tried their ham. It was a hit! Everyone loved it, there … (24 comments)
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tom plant: Images of New York - 01/14/08 07:36 PM
I'm going to let my camera do the talking here. New York is such a visually engaging city. Here are some of the images I was able to capture during an incredible four day stay.
Murrieta Real Estate Expert – Tom Plant, REALTOR® - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (951) 907-9701
It … (38 comments)
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tom plant: Bloggers Connect - Day 1 of RE Connect NYC - 01/13/08 03:07 PM
Okay, so the image is a bit blurry. Remember my camera broke the first night. I had to resort to using my camcorder for still photos. Wednesday morning at 9, Bloggers Connect kicked off with the first of six blogging sessions. The first session was called Avoid The Content Brick Wall: … (24 comments)
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tom plant: Real Estate Connect - Time Literally Flew By - 01/12/08 02:29 PM
It's Saturday and I'm home? How could that even be possible??? I left San Diego for New York Tuesday morning and arrived at JFK late in the afternoon. After an easy cab ride, I dropped my bags at the Marriott Marquis and hoofed it over to the Heartland Brewery where Zillow … (24 comments)
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tom plant: Oh Me, Oh My I've Been Meme'd Again! - 01/04/08 01:18 PM
You have to go back to September 8th for my first meme. I had been blogging for about a month and thought I had this down to a science!
So much for that theory... you may find some things about there me you didn't know before, but now my dear friend Bill … (43 comments)
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tom plant: It's 2008! Let's Konnect, Multiply & Xoost! - 01/02/08 08:11 AM
According to Wikipedia: A social network service focuses on the building and verifying of online social networks for communities of people who share interests and activities, or who are interested in exploring the interests and activities of others, and which necessitates the use of software. But hey, you knew that. You're … (27 comments)
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tom plant: Live Good. Be Happy. Welcome Mimi Osterdahl To The Rain - 12/31/07 08:28 AM
Every now and then you come across a blogger that shines so brightly it's almost blinding. I want you to meet Mimi Osterdahl, Bellingham WA. Mimi's tagline is live good. be happy. When I saw that in a comment she made on one of my posts, I was compelled to visit … (36 comments)
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tom plant: 2008? I Can't Wait! It's Going To Be Great!!! - 12/29/07 09:57 AM
You know what? I've got a feeling 2008 is going to be great! The past year has been a rough one for many. The market has been upside down, many of us have been scrambling to stay afloat. On the other hand, I tend to look at the positive side of … (64 comments)
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tom plant: Christmas Eve In Our Home Meant Listening To A Child's Christmas In Wales - 12/23/07 08:45 AM
My mom, Nora, was an amazing woman. She had the uncanny ability to find the right things, always. One of her gifts to our family was to have us gather by the fire on Christmas Eve and listen to the Dylan Thomas recording of A Child's Christmas In Wales. It was … (27 comments)
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tom plant: A Morning With Niurka - The Laws Of Supreme Influence - 12/20/07 05:58 PM
Have you heard of Niurka?
As she painstakingly pointed out this morning, she's not the one that comes up in a google search who likes to take her clothes off in front of the camera. She teaches what she calls The Laws Of Supreme Influence. She spoke for a little … (9 comments)
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tom plant: Excuse Me? Do You Have Film For A Brownie Camera? - 12/20/07 05:20 PM
I was at Long's Drugs this morning just about to walk out the door when I heard a sharply dressed woman asking a clerk "excuse me, do you have film for a Brownie camera?"
Ya could have knocked me over with a feather. A Brownie?!?!? Is this 2007? When was the last … (17 comments)
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tom plant: Rest In Peace Dan Fogelberg - 12/17/07 04:03 PM
Singer/songwriter Dan Fogelberg passed away at his home in Maine yesterday. He was 57 and died of advanced prostate cancer. I have been a fan of Dan's music since he released his 1974 album Souvenirs. Longer brought him mainstream acclaim.
I think it's an appropriate time to ask your Dr. if you … (21 comments)
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tom plant: 'Tis The Season For Sharing - Toys For Tots Drive In Full Swing In Wildomar - 12/16/07 05:05 PM
It's that time of year again. The US Marine Corps is in full swing with its annual Toys For Tots campaign. Coldwell Banker is working hand in hand with the Corps again to help collect toys. We kicked it off with movie night.
Those who brought new, unwrapped toys were treated to … (15 comments)
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tom plant: A Plea For Help For A Fellow Active Rainer - 12/16/07 12:07 PM
I was reading a post on Elizabeth Nieves' blog that touched my heart, as many of her posts do.
URGENT! An ActiveRain Member Needs YOUR Help!! (PLEASE READ THIS! THIS COULD HAVE BEEN ANY ONE OF US!)
To summarize, Melissa Grant was home when an extension cord in her son's room shorted … (14 comments)
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tom plant: 2.3 Acres In Winchester - Ideal For Horses and RVs - 12/15/07 06:07 PM
If you're looking for wide open spaces in a growing area with nearby shopping, look no further. This 1982 manufactured home sits on 2.3 acres with a barn, shed, workshop, horse arena and more. There are three full RV hookups with septic and electric. At $420,00, you might want to move … (5 comments)
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tom plant: Getting To Know Murrieta REALTOR® Gene Wunderlich - 12/14/07 09:08 AM
I taught my first blogging class months back at my Coldwell Banker office. Gene Wunderlich and I are not only in the same office, we are both directors of the board of The Southwest Riverside County Association of REALTORS®. I'm this year's board chairman, Gene will be next year's chairman.
Gene took … (15 comments)
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tom plant: This Is Starting To Become A Habit - Breakfast With Fellow Rainers In Hemet, CA - 12/13/07 07:48 PM
Last month, I posted about having lunch with fellow rainer Joey Aszterbaum. Sushi & Friendship - A Face To Face Meeting In The RainBoy, did I get a load of grief for not taking and posting pictures! Well, Joey invited me to amonthly breakfast meeting he holds: Goal Setting for 2008 … (17 comments)
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tom plant: Blogging Hits The Mainstream - Even Dagwood Bumstead Is Doing It! - 12/12/07 12:26 PM
I would have posted this sooner, but I wanted to wait for permission from King Features. I just received the go ahead, so with their blessing, here's Monday's Blondie comic strip.
Well, it just doesn't get more mainstream than this, does it. Pizza does sound pretty good about now, doesn't it?
Murrieta Real … (21 comments)
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tom plant: Hey Murrieta - Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow! - 12/12/07 08:14 AM
Are you ready? December 21 is the date that Murrieta city officials have chosen to re-schedule the Winter Wonderland Snow Festival.
Festivities will take place at the California Oaks Sports Park starting at 8am with the Murrieta Firefighters' Association's pancake and sausage breakfast. After breakfast, the kids will get a chance … (9 comments)
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tom plant: Welcome Gina Youngren To The Rain! - 12/10/07 12:50 PM
Last week I taught a blogging class at the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office in Rancho Bernardo. About 10 agents participated, asked insightful questions and seemed to enjoy what I had to share with them. Please join me in welcoming Gina Youngren into the fold.
Gina has her ABR designation and specializes … (31 comments)
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tom plant: My Guilty Music Pleasures - 12/06/07 12:15 PM
Please tell me I'm having a nightmare. I know it's not possible I'm doing a post featuring (gasp!) The Carpenters. Have I ventured into The Twilight Zone?
Sing, sing a songSing out loudSing out strongSing of good things not badSing of happy not sad
sing, sing a songMake it simple to … (29 comments)
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tom plant: Temecula Valley Embraces Slow Food Movement - 11/19/07 10:57 AM
If you're a junk food junkie, you might want to take a pass on this post.
Today, we're talking about slow food. Yep, there is an actual slow food movement. With more than 80,000 members, Slow Food USA strives to educate the public about the choices they make in the foods they … (15 comments)
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tom plant: Taking Time To Explore The Majestic - A Visit To Rancho La Puerta - 11/18/07 04:37 PM
A few weeks ago, I spent most of a week at the Rancho La Puerta spa in Tecate, Mexico. For a little background, read Things Don't Always Work Out The Way You Plan Them. I left Monday and returned Wednesday to finish the week there. What a gift it was for … (13 comments)
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tom plant: So What's Your Excuse? - 11/18/07 02:36 PM
I was so touched when I saw this that I felt compelled to write a post about it. You may think comparing humans to dogs is a stretch, but to me it's all about handling adversity and overcoming obstacles. I saw a move called Pass It On the other day. One … (15 comments)
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