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The Pot Of Gold at the End of the Razor

Would you shave your head to show solidarity with kids fighting cancer?
I learned about St. Baldrick’s through one of my networking meetings. Emily Macbeth began supporting the cause after losing her child to cancer. She is organizing a fundraising event to be held at the Uptown Grill on Maple Road in Commerce. (If you [...]

Pat Williams | March 8th, 2010 | Continued

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Feature Article #2

What Do Paula Deen and the Terminator Have in Common?

I’ll tell you!
As you may know, I’m recently divorced and with the separation of assets I was left without a few household items. Since there’s many things to replace with limited funds, I’m trying to be frugal so I hit my local Walmart. One of the purchases was a brand new set of [...]

Pat Williams | March 4th, 2010 | Continued

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Feature Article #3

Better Than Reality TV: I LOVE These Guys! Chevy SXSW

I am so not a reality tv buff, but I think the Chevy Challenge should be a made-for-tv reality show. The concept is brilliant. Yay Chevy!
Take four community and social media active people from 9 locations across the USA. Give them a Chevy to drive from their home city to the South by [...]

Pat Williams | March 1st, 2010 | Continued

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Feature Article #4

Having Trouble Saying “No” to Your Kids?

As parents our first instinct is to give our children everything they need, but we have trouble drawing the line at giving them everything they want. Learning to say no to your children is an important part of their development; it keeps them safe, teaches them gratitude, it even shows them how to [...]

Pat Williams | February 20th, 2010 | Continued

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Feature Article #5

Island Getaway – Gone to the Birds

The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is named after a Michigan born cartoonist who was instrumental in getting the 8,000 acres of land protected under President Truman by blocking the sale of land to Sanibel developers.
I began the day wandering through a road traveled by car, bike and foot within the refuge and ended [...]

Pat Williams | February 18th, 2010 | Continued

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About this Site

About RealHomeSense.com
This is my personal blog.

I am many things to many people. A mother, a Realtor, a business owner, a neighbor, an advocate for fairness and kindness.  You’ll find specific blogs about my roles elsewhere.

Real Home Sense is the hub for my life activities. Everything radiates from here.

This blog centers around Commerce, Michigan. General [...]

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The Pot Of Gold at the End of the Razor

Would you shave your head to show solidarity with kids fighting cancer?
I learned about St. Baldrick’s through one of my networking meetings. Emily Macbeth began supporting the cause after losing her child to cancer. She is organizing a fundraising event to be held at the Uptown Grill on Maple Road in Commerce. (If you [...]

8Mar2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Spring Fever

I am facing a serious case of spring fever this week. I suspect the rising temperatures and beautiful sun are stimulating the desire to see little green shoots pop from the ground.
A few years ago I was in Tennessee when spring hit there. This picture of magnolia blooms and the Bellsouth building against [...]

5Mar2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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What Do Paula Deen and the Terminator Have in Common?

I’ll tell you!
As you may know, I’m recently divorced and with the separation of assets I was left without a few household items. Since there’s many things to replace with limited funds, I’m trying to be frugal so I hit my local Walmart. One of the purchases was a brand new set of [...]

4Mar2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Teach Your Children to Do TWICE the Homework in HALF the Time

As you’ve likely read here before, my son and I have attended EmpowerMind Workshops and I think they are beneficial in many ways beyond the learning. So when Kim asked me to let my readers know about a session she was offering at Temple Israel, I was happy to do so!
March 9, at 7:00-8:00 [...]

3Mar2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Better Than Reality TV: I LOVE These Guys! Chevy SXSW

I am so not a reality tv buff, but I think the Chevy Challenge should be a made-for-tv reality show. The concept is brilliant. Yay Chevy!
Take four community and social media active people from 9 locations across the USA. Give them a Chevy to drive from their home city to the South by [...]

1Mar2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Having Trouble Saying “No” to Your Kids?

As parents our first instinct is to give our children everything they need, but we have trouble drawing the line at giving them everything they want. Learning to say no to your children is an important part of their development; it keeps them safe, teaches them gratitude, it even shows them how to [...]

20Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Peeling Paint at The Henry Ford

I’m not even sure why I like this image so much. Perhaps I love the fragility of the peeling paint against the strength of the bolt. Or maybe it’s just because it appeared on a well worn door of an old train in the Henry Ford Museum. The love of trains was passed [...]

19Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Island Getaway – Gone to the Birds

The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is named after a Michigan born cartoonist who was instrumental in getting the 8,000 acres of land protected under President Truman by blocking the sale of land to Sanibel developers.
I began the day wandering through a road traveled by car, bike and foot within the refuge and ended [...]

18Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Island Getaway – Everglades City

Day two signaled the end of the 70 degree weather while rain clouds hung heavy in the sky. I decided to get off island and took a road trip down into the everglades.
I had been on an airboat once before and wanted to do it again. This was a much shorter trip and [...]

15Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Island Getaway

The biggest lesson I learned in 2009 is that I have the best friends in the universe. I’ve never been one to rely on others but have always allowed them to lean on me. This past year, I needed support, and my friends were there without question. I am so very thankful [...]

12Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Sunset Torch

While visiting Sanibel Island in Florida last week, I went on a sunset cruise at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Incredible views of the bird life culminated with this impressive sunset perched upon the water marker. A beautiful beacon guiding us back to safe harbor.

12Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Northern Beach on Captiva Island

Northern Beach on Captiva Island, originally uploaded by cletch.

At 60 degrees it’s a little cold to sunbathe but it’s beautiful and people free which is perfect for shelling.
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7Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Seafood Festival in Everglades City

Seafood Festival in Everglades City, originally uploaded by cletch.

Yum. Didn’t figure out how to eat that crab but I did eat plenty of crab legs and shrimp!
Pat Williams 248-842-5527
CyberCletch LLC
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5Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Vacation View

Vacation View, originally uploaded by cletch.

My view this morning while I drank my coffee and read my book.
Pat Williams 248-842-5527
CyberCletch LLC
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4Feb2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Thistle Buzz on Mackinac Island

It’s that time of the winter when I crave outdoor warmth and greenery. Here’s a photograph from warmer times; taken in the Grand Hotel garden on Mackinac Island last summer. I should come up with something “sharp” about their “prickly” personalities but I am far too Vitamin D deficient!

29Jan2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Wax my What? My 1st Ms. Esthy Visit

I’ve been home waxing for several years but recently stopped because my hair became so fine it was difficult for me to remove it with one fabric tear. I also found the process too time consuming.
Last year I attended a conference where Tiffany stood up and spoke to the presenters about promoting her personal waxing [...]

28Jan2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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OnStar Command Center

Last night I visited the OnStar Command Center. I was just a tad bit excited but I think I managed not to embarrass myself. Except for being so smitten with my surroundings that I didn’t see the gift on the seat and sat on it – several times – before noticing it. Doh.
The [...]

25Jan2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Star Qualities I Appreciate

I don’t have the groupie mentality. If I see a star, I see someone just like us, a person who puts their pants on the same way I do. I don’t even bother to collect autographs.
Except in the case of one star: OnStar.
I feel a little silly admitting I am gaga over [...]

22Jan2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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It’s a Poodle’s Life

It’s a Poodle’s Life, originally uploaded by cletch.

Caesar’s favorite place to relax is anywhere there’s a pillow to lay his head on. Using this picture to test flickr auto uploads via email.
Pat Williams 248-842-5527
CyberCletch LLC
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

22Jan2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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Silent Sentries – Dodge Park, Commerce MI

This portion of Dodge Park V was cut down to make way for the new entrance and park off S Commerce Rd in Commerce, Michigan. The straight, dark tree trunks were always most striking after a fresh snowfall.

22Jan2010 | Pat Williams | Comments | Continued
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