Blogging from my heart in Boise, Idaho & Realtor® Fathom Realty
I am remiss in posting my pictures from Treefort 2023, their 11th year here in Boise, Idaho. This music festival has inspired me to make the rest of the year about music! And, from my home I can take the bus into downtown Boise and either take the bus home or get a rideshare. WHY... Continue Reading →
So, many of you know that I am a Realtor® here in Boise, Idaho. Some days I am “on call” for the phone number on our website. Most of the calls are looking for the HOA of a neighborhood, but sometimes we get odd calls. Sunday was one of those calls. This gal called asking... Continue Reading →
I don’t know about you, but I am constantly wondering how we can find ways to deal with the cynicism in America. To say we are divided is an understatement these days. I don’t want it to get worse, either. What sort of actions will work? Seems to me that listening has become a modern... Continue Reading →
I was invited to a private tour two weeks ago at the Idaho State Museum to learn about an important exhibit "Trailblazing Women of Idaho". What an experience! I learned so much more than I thought I knew about Idaho. Rather than explain, I want you to go to the museum before this exhibit ends... Continue Reading →
I have been on a hiatus from blogging, mostly because of a few trips. One was to Minnesota to see my sister, another was a road trip to the Bitterroot Valley in Montana. Both trips gave me a much needed respite from the news. Since my return, the news is on a full scale tilt.... Continue Reading →
I was really frustrated last night watching the local news, learning about the continual antics of certain Ada County Commissioners, the two individuals who are making decisions based on their politics instead of science. I am referring to their obstruction to nominating an epidemiologist to the Central District Health Board. I want to scream. Instead,... Continue Reading →
So, after you have spent your time in cultural activities in the Boise area, what is next? The great outdoors! Nature At Its Finest The single most important activity you can do is to visit the Idaho Fish & Game MK Nature Center, just east of downtown Boise. Trout, whitefish, bass, ducks, geese, kingfishers and... Continue Reading →
With all that the Treasure Valley has to offer, there are places to visit to learn about Idaho, too! Check Idaho History First Idaho State History Center The Idaho State Historical Society is a trusted guide through the state’s history and how it has shaped every aspect of our lives — our land, our communities,... Continue Reading →
Somehow, I forgot the sights and sounds of Boise until this past week.
Believe it or not, I have been at a loss for words these days. Ok, not totally or not completely but I sometimes struggle or maybe I have writer’s block. Admittedly, it quite possibly could be politics fatigue. It occupies the news, it affects my business industry and gets into my head. So, I decided... Continue Reading →
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