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Never, Never, Never Give Up…

17 January, 2012 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Sometimes when we are looking for that perfect home we can become despondent with the process.  You know how the story goes…you have looked at 10 homes each week for the last month and nothing seems to suit.

The house always looks fantastic in the photographs, is the right price, but when you get there it is under power lines…the list goes on.  I am sure you may have experienced this or perhaps seen friends or family go through this process. 

When searching for that perfect home, if there is one piece of advice that I would offer you and that is a saying my father has shared and I love,…”Never, never, never give up”.

Often we come so, so close to our goal of home ownership, personal, professional or financial, or whatever you may be striving for in your life, but we simply just give up.

Sometimes things won’t always work out the way you want, but don’t give up, stay determined and maintain that laser beam focus on what it is you want to achieve.

When you don’t give up, you cannot fail.

Enjoy the video.

Rachael 🙂

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Would you be tempted to inspect these homes?

16 January, 2012 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Cute home in the historic centre…would you be tempted to inspect these homes with Ellen?

A small percentage of real estate agents have been known for sensationalised advertising…I mean artistic licence, when it comes to what they say about a home for sale.

When looking for that perfect home, I always find it helpful to ensure that the agent you are working with sends you as much information about the property prior to your inspection. This will help you two-fold. Once you have seen more photographs, a floor plan of the home and hopefully a copy of the contract for sale, you will get a much better idea of what is actually on offer and whether you would like to take it to the next step of the buying process… an inspection of the home.

This saves you a lot of time inspecting homes that may have sounded perfect in the advertising but just don’t cut the mustard on your list of “won’t compromise” for your perfect home.

Need any help working out what to look for in your perfect home? I have a property evaluation sheet I am happy to share with you. This helps identify what you truly want in a home in a simple one page format.

Happy house hunting.

Rachael 🙂

Filed Under: Educational Videos, Funny Videos, Real Estate, Videos Tagged With: artistic license, buyer, buyer inspection, contract for sale, Ellen, funny videos, happy house hunting, house for sale, inspection, property evaluation, property evaluation sheet, sensationalised advertising

Aerial Shot of The Peninsula by the Hawkesbury River

16 January, 2012 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

The Peninsula, Windsor (part of the original Hannabus Dairy)

I was kindly emailed a copy of this photograph by Marilyn & Dudley Mercer who live in Windsor and I couldn’t resist sharing with you.

So the legend goes…

The orange orchard that you see in the lower right hand corner sadly is no longer there. However in its place is a beautiful two storey home which is known as No. 23 George Street, Windsor (next door to Government Park).

The drive way leading from George St, at the side of the orchard, leads to No. 25 which was the site of the original milking shed. Closeby you can also see the big barn which was also part of Hannabus’ Dairy, as was the orchard together with house numbers 25, 27 and 29.

The dark brick home next to No. 25 was built by old Albert Hannabus for his son. This has a brick front fence in this picture which may help you navigate to the home more easily.

No. 27, the original dairy house, was built in 1865. The roof has been replaced since this photo was taken – it looks red or rusty in this photograph.

No. 29 was a drive way from the street to the barn when produce was sold and delivered. The house there now is more modern.

And finally, the last home you can see is owned by a very famous and talented local artist.

Thank you again Marilyn & Dudley for the photograph and your local knowledge, much appreciated. It is great to be able to share this information.

Here ends your local history lesson for today 🙂

If you have any local history stories that you would like to contribute, I would love to share them with my readers. Please contact me rachael@rachaelgoldsworthy.com.au.

Happy history hunting.

Rachael 🙂

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Real Estate Tagged With: Hannabus Dairy, Hawkesbury river, history, local artist, river, The Peninsula, Windsor

Sand Sculpting Event declared “Officially Open” says Ray Williams MP

15 January, 2012 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Regardless of the inclement weather today, the sand sculpting event being held riverside on The Terrace, has been declared “Officially Open” by Ray Williams MP.

If you haven’t already done so, take the time out with friends or family and go visit the mystical creatures exhibition, well worth it!

Filed Under: Events, Fun Days Tagged With: Hawkesbury river, mystical creatures, officially open, ray Williams mp, sand sculpting

2nd Largest Aquarium in the World

13 January, 2012 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

2nd Largest AquariumWith the Mystical Creatures Sandsculpting Competition www.sandstormevents.com.au being held at Windsor by the Hawkesbury River, I can’t help but think about Mystical Creatures of the Sea.

There is something mesmerising about water and the sea creatures that swim the depths of the ocean, I love both.

I thought I would share with you this video by Jon Rawlinson, talented filmmaker who rocketed Barcelona to success with their musical single “Please Don’t Go”with this gem…take a look and enjoy.

Let me know of any other videos that you have seen lately that are worth sharing on my blog that mesmerise and keep you coming back for more.

2nd Largest Aquarium Click Here

Rachael 🙂

 

 

Kuroshio Sea – 2nd largest aquarium tank in the world – (song is Please don’t go by Barcelona) from Jon Rawlinson on Vimeo.

Extra information I thought might interest you:  Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium’s main tank is called the “Kuroshio Sea”.  This is the world’s 2nd largest fish tank holding 7,500 cubic metres (1,981,290 gallons) of water, measuring 8.2 metres by 22.5 metres with a thickness of 60 centimetres.  Sharks and mantarays are kept amongst many other fish species in this tank.

Filed Under: Hawkesbury Grants, Real Estate, Videos Tagged With: 2nd largest aquarium tank in the world, Barcelona, filmmaker, Hawkesbury river, Jon Rawlinson, Kuroshio Sea, ocean, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Please Don't Go by Barcelona, sand sculpting competition, sandstormevents, sea, sea creatures, Vimeo, Windsor

38 Tips for a Powerful New Year…

9 January, 2012 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

It is that time of year when many of us think of New Year resolutions and how we might do things differently this year.  I was reading a journal on tips for a Powerful New Year which I thought was worth sharing with you. We all have a choice in life, which life will you choose?

1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day. And while you walk, smile. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.

2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day. Buy a lock if you have to.

3. Buy a TIVO, record your late night shows and get more sleep. Harvey Norman McGraths Hill have just got in the 1 TB (larger memory 🙂 )

4. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement: “My purpose is to___________ today.”

5. Live with the three E’s: Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy.

6. Watch more movies, play more games and read more books than you did in 2011.

7. Spend more time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of 6.

8. Dream more while you are awake.

9. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat fewer foods that are manufactured in plants.

10. Drink green tea and plenty of water and eat blueberries, wild Alaskan salmon, broccoli, almonds and walnuts.

11. Try to make at least three people smile each day.

12. Clear the clutter from your house, your car, your desk and let new and flowing energy into your life.

13. Don’t waste your precious energy on gossip, issues of the past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control.

Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.

14. Realise that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear  and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.

15. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper.

16. Smile and laugh more.

17. Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good.

18. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

19. Don’t take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

20. You don’t have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

21. Make peace with your past so it won’t spoil the present.

22. Don’t compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

23. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, and wear the fancy lingerie. Don’t save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

24. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.

25. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: “In five years, will this matter?”

26. Forgive everyone everything.

27. What other people think of you is none of your business.

28. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.

29. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

30. Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and family will. Stay in touch.

31. Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful.

32. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

33. The best is yet to come

34. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up, be present.

35. Do the right thing. Call your mother and father often.

36. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements: “I am thankful for __________. Today I accomplished__________.

37. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.

38. Enjoy the ride. Remember that this is not Disneyland and you certainly don’t want a fast pass.

Filed Under: Featured Articles Tagged With: good health, new year resolutions, quotes, tips

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