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Think, Act… Live!

July 30th, 2006

“It is our responsibilities, not ourselves, that we should take seriously.” Peter Ustinov
“A professional is someone who can do his best work when he doesn’t feel like it.” Alistair Cooke
“We never know how high we are till we are called to rise; And then, if we are true to plan, our statures touch the skies.” Emily Dickinson
“Reality can be beaten with enough imagination” Anon
“Good, better, ...

Rain gain vs Dran stain

July 25th, 2006

Many people would consider urban flooding of low-lying sheets and underpasses to be a direct result of extreme weather. While that may be true in certain cases, there could also be another important factor at play. When cities and suburbs expand, more and more land becomes paved. In these areas a sewer system is installed to handle rainwater. The addition of these systems (with limited ...

Outward signs of home improvement

July 20th, 2006

If your home’s exterior requires repair or replacement, you may want to consider changing the finish or material. While the objective may be to find a product to effectively withstand the elements, the result will also impact the overall appearance and first impression of your home. Of course, certain choice will be more appropriate than others, depending upon the style, location, ...

4896 47A AV, Ladner British Columbia

July 17th, 2006

I just finished uploading this Townhouse, 4896 47A AV, Ladner British Columbia

Townhouse for sale. Nice South exposed 2 bed townhome, close to Downtown Ladner, on a bus route, and quiet. Complex is well cared for, and kept upto date. One underground secure pk g spot and a storage locker.

316 932 ROBINSON ST, Coquitlam British Columbia

July 15th, 2006

I just finished uploading this Condo, 316 932 ROBINSON ST, Coquitlam British Columbia

Condo for sale. Location! Location! Location! Very private top floor corner suite in a beautiful treed setting with SE exposure. Immaculate, bright and spacious 2 BR, 2 full ba ths with vaulted ceiling in living room. Updated kitchen with skylight. Full siz

Think, Act… Live!

July 15th, 2006

“The greatest danger to our future is apathy.” Jane Goodall
“If you have to tell people you are, you aren’t.” Margaret Thatcher
“Failure doesn’t come from not reaching your goal, but from having no goal to reach.” Benjamin Mays
“No bird soars too high if he soars with his own wings.” William Blake
“You can’t build a reputation on what you’re going to do.” Henry Ford

Common Sense tips

July 6th, 2006

Have you ever looked at the warning label on plastic packaging and seen a message like, “do not let children play with plastic bags”? Seems like it would be a logical choice, and yet there is obviously a reason they choose to post that warning!

With that in mind, here is some more common sense it can’t hurt to read about:

Practice Fireside Safety

If you’re going to a cottage or campsite, ...

June residential sales second highest on record

July 5th, 2006

Vancouver, B.C. July 5, 2006 - Total residential sales reached 3,951 units in June 2006, the second highest number of sales recorded during the month of June in the history of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV).

REBGV reports that last month's overall sales for detached, attached and apartment properties decreased by 8.8 per cent when compared to the 4,333 units ...