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Morning Coffee for Inspiration

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

by Liz Warren

INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:

"The manner in which it is given is worth more than the gift."

~Pierre Corneille (1606-1684)

JOIN THE VOLUNTEER BRIGADE!

Back in the '70s, CB radios became popular, especially among the nation's truckers. You could tune in Channel 19 and listen to a constant chatter among truckers and others with radios. If you were traveling on an interstate highway, you could get info on traffic, weather, wreck scenes to avoid, radar traps, and other useful tidbits. It was like there was a whole other world of activity going on around you IF you had a CB radio. Those who didn't were oblivious to the activity - yet it was still there.

The same is true of the volunteer brigade - those who offer their time and talents to worthy causes without reward. In any given community, there is a work force that operates 24/7 without any expectation of reward. If you're not one of them, you are probably oblivious to their daily actions to serve the community - but they are out there working whether or not you know it.

There are many ways to make a life-altering contribution to others as a volunteer. Most are not as glamorous as saving a life, yet all contribute to the many unmet needs of community members. Each of us has talents that can be put to use for those in need. A little self-examination will help identify your potential contribution. With all the blessings we enjoy in this country, each of us should make an effort to reach out to others. Why not join the volunteer brigade today?

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Zig Zag Riverfront Cabin Price Reduction!

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

by Liz Warren

NO MISPRINT!

Zigzag waterfront cabins was just reduced by $15,000. Only 5 minutes to the slopes! Enjoy the stone fireplace and the beautiful setting in a pristine forest setting! Only $90,000!

Take a tour here!

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Saving 10% on a house in ONE WEEK!

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

by Liz Warren

How do you cash in on one of the best deals on the mountain right now? Looking for homes in Government Camp, Rhododendron, Brightwood or Welches? The current drop of around 1% in interest rates this week presents great opportunities. Rates went from 6.5% to around 5.5% and under.

TWO GREAT THINGS COME OUT OF THIS:

1. A buyer with borrowing power this week with a similar payment as last week using their purchasing power to buy a house for 10% LESS with the rate decrease.

2. One other way to look at it is a buyer now can buy 11% MORE house than last week.

This has improved purchases in some areas but when will rates be this low again!

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Cut your own holiday tree in the Mt. Hood National Forest

Saturday, November 29, 2008

by Liz Warren

Looking for a great holiday outing now that Thanksgiving is over? Why not head for the Mt. Hood National Forest and cut your own holiday tree? Snow levels are not that low yet so it's the perfect conditions to take a trek to the mountains and find that tree. You'll need a permit which you can get in Sandy or up at the Zig Zag Ranger Station. They're only $5.00 for the permit and there is a five tree limit per family!

check out this link for details

It's coming soon!!!!!!!

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FICO Scores are VERY important these days!

Monday, November 24, 2008

by Liz Warren

How important are FICO scores these days? Extremely. If you are purchasing anything and need credit your FICO score will determine if you can get credit and what interest rate you'll pay. Credit scores range between 300 and 850.

Scores under 680 are on the fringe of scrutiny with lenders. Some will charge a much higher interest rate to borrow so it will cost you more in the end on your credit cards, your mortgage rate, and your car loan.

FICO scores come from a combination of your debt load, payment history, amount of credit you are using and other miscellaneous factors such as foreclosures or other debt defaults

A good resource to learn how to increase your FICO score and other questions about how this scoring works, go to www.myFICO.com

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Book Signing Tonight with Chelsea Cain

Friday, November 21, 2008

by Liz Warren

If you are ever looking for a good book to read or just want a peak at some local artist works, you can't beat the Wy"East Book Shoppe and Art Gallery located in the Rendevous Center in Welches.

Tonight, Friday, fNovember 21st at 7:30 featured Portland author and writer for the Oregonian, Chelsea Cain will be at the store to sign books and talk about her latest books "Heartsick" and "Sweetheart"!

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Sandy Ski Swap

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

by Liz Warren

If you are looking for a good deal on ski (Alpine and Nordic)and boarding equipment, clothing, accessories, poles and other ski related stuff you should head straight to the Sandy Ski Swap on Friday and Saturday this weekend. If you go to the Sandy high school on Friday at 6:00 to 9:00 or Saturday at 9:00-5:00 PM you can check out the great gear to purchase. Consignment and donations are accepted also. No straight skis please. There is a small admission fee to get in. Consignment items can be dropped off at the high school between 4-8 on Friday. Cash and checks only!

This is the biggest fund raiser for the Sandy High School Ski Team. Details can be found at www.SandySkiSwap.com

There is huge inventory at great prices from Gresham's Hillcrest Ski Shop!

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Monday Morning Coffee for Inspiration!

Monday, November 17, 2008

by Liz Warren

INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:

"Temperance in all things!"

~ Harry S. Truman

Extreme or Temperate?

You can see it on TV almost every day - extreme football, extreme wrestling, extreme police chases, extreme everything. The TV networks seem to be competing to capture our attention with one-upsmanship to the extreme.

If you're in your 20's to mid 30's, doing things to the extreme may be attractive to you. If you're 35-45, you may be starting to question whether it's necessary to carry things quite so far. If you're over 45, your age of wisdom may have set in - leading you in another direction - towards temperance. The good news is that it's beneficial at any age.

Recently on TV, there was an old interview with Harry Truman at the age of 77. The interviewer David Susskind asked, "To what do you attribute your energy and vitality at age 77?" Truman shot back with noticeable conviction, "Temperance in all things. I take plenty of rest, sleep well at night, and eat the right foods. That leaves me ready to face the challenges of being president."

What a simple word - "temperance." Webster defines it as "moderation in action or thought; restraint; marked by moderation, as in keeping within limits." It does not mean total abstinence or prohibition of action. It is merely a concept that takes into account reasonable, self-imposed limits.

Some see temperance as "clean living." By whatever name, it can bring peace, tranquility, good health, high self-esteem, satisfaction, and financial freedom. What are your self-imposed limits?

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