Horrible MLS Photo of the Day

Very "poltergiest".

Santa Claus is Coming to Kirkwood (and it's FREE!!!)

I hope everyone can swing through Kirkwood Thursday night between 5-7 to take advantage of this cool (and free) family event at the Kirkwood Train Station. How great to see Santa at a real, working train station!

There might even be snow on the ground! Click the link for more information.

I love fun free family stuff! If you do too, let me know when you come across it and I'll publish it on the blog. You can comment here or mail me anytime at johnjackson@remax.net .

Most Expensive Home Sale of the Week -

So what can you buy for $1,080,000 these days in Webster Groves? This weeks most expensive sale answers that question and it's not new construction for a change! It's a stately, traditional 4,700 sq. ft. home on a premier block overlooking Algonquin Country Club.



Every year on the third of July (which happens to be the birthday of my twins), Katie and I march the troops three blocks east to watch the fireworks from this street. It's a wonderful neighborhood and a fabulous home.



Have questions about the market? Let me know and we can talk about it. johnjackson@remax.net .

Horrible MLS Photo of the Week

I'm stunned by the simple beauty of this kitchen. Yellow cabinets on a yellow wall, with orange cabinets on an orange wall below the chair rail. It's the perfect combo. Why didn't I think of that?

The range next to the sink is a nice touch, as well. I bet when you wheel the dishwasher up to the sink, the kitchen is what us realtors call "efficient".

This Is It! I think I found it!

I love this picture. It's a friend of mine in Calgary, who is also a real estate agent. It evokes so many thoughts and feelings for me and reminds me of why we keep doing all the things we do.

For the big kid, dad is a hammock. For the little guy, dad is a pillow, a tower of stability and the only thing keeping him from a hard fall. And dad?? Who knows what he's thinking?

My guess is that life is just as hard for him as for any of the rest of us. I don't know anyone that gets a free pass. Business can be a grind (and rewarding). Marriage can be tough (and fulfilling). Kids can drive you crazy (and melt your heart). Our days are a full range of experiences and our lives really are a wonderful adventure.

But in this photo, it looks like all three people are totally content to be spending this moment in just exactly this way. I love that.

This is it! This is the "why".

Most Expensive Home Sale of the Week - Glendale Renovation

This week's top sale is in Glendale and is dripping with class. From the curb, it's an unassuming Tudor-style home on a plus lot, but inside, Lewis Homes transformed a ho-hum 2,000 sq. ft.

3-bedroom, 1.5 bath home into a 3,400 sq. ft. classic. The five bedrooms include a fabulous main floor master suite and a carraige house was recently added.

Here's a look at the family room addition. Any guesses on the price for this one?

Turkey Day is Coming!!! Start Running...Right Now!!

Come out on Thanksgiving morning and run with your friends, neighbors and entire community. It's an ideal time to run - right before consuming several thousand calories!

3 miles sounds tough, but my 11 year old ran almost 2 miles in her first attempt ever! I'm sure with the added push from the crowd you can run/walk for 30-40 minutes.

Katie and I are going to make a date out of it, complete with coffee and a quiet breakfast. It will be a great way to start the holidays. Can't wait!!

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