Mark's North Idaho Blog

Sandpoint Realty Friday Flag unfortunately showing both the beauty of neighboring state of Washington vs how the skies are presently with the devastating Spokane Fires currently burning. USA Flag photo is as one heads north from Wenatchee, Washington towards the beautiful Bavarian Town of Leavenw...

With this being the final Sandpoint Realty Friday Flag of July, I thought I'd treat you to a two-for-one. These are some of my favorite Friday Flag photos, as there's something especially meaningful about seeing Old Glory proudly flying over a construction site.The primary photo features Old Glor...

Sandpoint Realty Friday Flag special this week for a couple different reasons.  While I enjoy every one of my Sandpoint Realty Friday Flag photographs, this one holds a particularly special place in my heart. A former client who has since become a very close friend proudly displayed their patriot...

The Sandpoint Realty Friday Flag returns, proudly overlooking Highway 95 between Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry, Idaho, showcasing North Idaho's scenic beauty and patriotic spirit. The wind was blowing when this photo was taken, so the banner isn't hanging quite as it normally does. However, yesterd...

Sandpoint Realty’s 'Thursday Thought' brings mindful reflections from Sandpoint, Idaho—on self-awareness, growth, and the truth that we can’t hide from ourselves.We can hide from everyone but ourselves.  Probably why we are tougher on ourselves, with criticism than anyone else.  We can not avoid ...

Sandpoint Realty 'Friday Flag' offers a different view than most.On a recent quick getaway I looked down from our 9th floor Spokane Washington Hotel room window.  'Ole Glory' flying directly below ! Obviously I was quite pleased. And so we have a very unique view for this week's Sandpoint Realty ...

Sandpoint Realty 'Simply Sunday' moves us forward with the New Year 2026.With my morning mocha in hand and a quiet moment to reflect, I’m aware that today brings our holiday season to a close. Tomorrow, we transition into the working days of 2026, ready for what lies ahead.Looking back at 2025 my...

Sandpoint Realty 'Friday Flag' starts the 2026 year off in a perfect location, in my opinion.To start 2026 Sandpoint Realty Friday Flag I am quite pleased with the location I found this USA Flag.  In Hayden Idaho Yokes between the Milk and Ice Cream.  Perfect...lol.  For those who have been follo...

Sandpoint Realty 'Thursday Thought' did not take much thought other than being sure to get '2026' correct.Wishing everyone the best for 2026.  Good health and prosperity for you, family, and friends.  Mark Be safe and stay healthy North Idaho as you travel this weekend.  There will be many on the...

Sandpoint Realty’s 'Monday Motivation' encourages a look toward 2026 and a powerful question—are we fulfilled, or still striving for more?This being the last Monday Motivation post for 2025 I thought maybe we might want to question ourselves.  Are we moving into the New Year with ambitions to gro...