Unusual But Beautiful Weather

Not even a week ago, we were riding our bicycles in the Wood Streets neighborhood, enjoying the long-awaited 90 degree weather, surrounded by blooming iris, daffodils and lilies.  Yet today, we had a “sun shower,” something that Tara and I enjoyed as children in Pennsylvania, but rarely experience in California.  The sun was as bright as you could imagine, while the rain spilled down and sparkled in the sunlight as though diamonds were falling from the sky.  And then, to our Southern California surprise, large snowflakes started to fall between the raindrops.  Sixty seconds was about all we had to enjoy this rare spectacle. 

An hour and a half later, while at the top of Canyon Ridge Road in Woodcrest, showing a house to a client, I gasped at the view.  The colors… the hills… the clouds… breathtaking!  If our client’s offer gets accepted on this house, this is what he will get to look at every day of his life! 

Life in Riverside is beautiful!

Spring has Sprung in The Wood Streets!

While riding our bikes in the Wood Streets this morning, we came across these beautiful Irises on Highland Place and wanted to share them with you. Proof positive that Spring has Sprung in Southern California!  Such beauty and serenity makes us realize just how fortunate we are to live  in the Wood Streets!

My Chihuahua mix rescue, Dynkie (12), went with us this morning via my bike basket, with some extra towels ensuring her comfort.

Happy Spring,

April Glatzel

3695 Bandini Ave., Riverside

[ SOLD for $171,000 -- 3/21/2012 ]   Charming “Wood Streets” California Bungalow built in 1919 with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.  The hallway linen closet was modified into a stairway which now leads to two additional rooms in the attic (perfect for playroom, storage, additional bedrooms, or workout space).  The square footage is approximately 1100, not including the upstairs rooms.

This adorable home boasts hardwood floors, fireplace, wood molding, original built-ins, original drop-down windows in kitchen nook, original bathroom sink and cabinetry, and a breezy front porch to sit upon and sip a cool drink on a warm day.  The spacious pool-sized backyard is ripe with citrus trees, and last but not least a storm cellar which houses the furnace and hot water heater, in addition to lots of storage! 

Another sucessful short sale …. sold by ‘The Sister Team”!!!! 

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Earth Hour

Tonight (Saturday, March 26, 2011) for one full hour at 8:30 p.m. lights will switch off around the globe for Earth Hour. In 2010, over 128 countries participated and people from all walks of life turned off their lights. The goal is to reflect beyond the hour and think about what you can change in your daily life that will benefit the planet.

Please join us in working together to create a better future.  Our actions can add up.

Going Green in Honor of St. Patrick’s Day

Nowadays, the world is all about ‘going green’ in our actions by recycling, using less water, etc. With a million messages coming at us from all areas (news, politics, fashion, and even technology), it’s easy to get caught up in the big picture without realizing how your actions stack up.

The truth is, that everything we do every day has an impact on the planet — good or bad.  The good news is that as an individual you have the power to control most of your choices and, therefore, the impact you create.  By embracing a greener lifestyle, you can also improve your health, pad your bank account, and ultimately, improve your overall quality of life.

We always make an effort to go green whenever possible: our newsletters that we distribute to our neighborhood (the historic “Wood Streets” in Riverside, California) are printed on recycled and recyclable paper, we ride our bicycles whenever possible, we use CFL (compact fluorescent) light bulbs, use off-peak electricity, wash laundry in cold water, pay bills online, shop with reusable bags, drink from stainless steel reusable water bottles, and shop at farmer’s markets.

We wish everyone a HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY – whether you swig a green drink, wear a green shirt, or perform a green deed like recycling plastic bottles!