Today as I drove home from the office following a torrential rain storm that hit Pullman Washington this afternoon, I saw something that really caught my eye. The clouds were so dark...and yet through them this little sliver of the brightest blue sky I had ever seen peaked through.
It reminded me of these challenging times for so many. The news is full of tragedies and doom and gloom. But, occasionally, a bright blue sky peeks through.
I had thought of stopping to get a picture, but was anxious to get home after meeting with a client at the office. And besides, I had just tried to capture pictures of the rain as it was pounding down...so I was satisfied and went my way home.
I was relaxing a bit after starting dinner and my phone rang. The number looked familiar but wasn't in my contacts. Like I always try to do, I answered. On the end was a familiar voice. It was a seller I had made appointments with early this year to show their home in the Pullman. In early Spring I was fortunate to have two lovely new buyers relocating to Pullman after taking a job at Washington State University. I had sold them a house...this lady's house...and she was calling to thank me.
No, I was not her agent. In fact, I have made it a strict policy of mine not to do dual agency. I made a decision when I started in this industry not to represent both the buyer and seller on the same transaction. Some folks do just fine doing so, it is just not for me.
That was a first, a seller who took the time on a Sunday afternoon to call me and thank me for bringing a buyer to her home. These sellers are older and had loved and cared for this home for many, many years. Their love for this unique home showed in the beautiful yard that they labored in for years, and a yard they knew needed someone who was willing to take the torch.
Now she took the time to call me....call me and thank me for finding the perfect couple for their much loved home. And I learned a lesson from a day gone by...a gentler time when people valued others enough to take the time to say Thank You.
We all know of the challenges in life...and difficult times are faced by so many. But today, her call was that bright blue sky peeking through all those dark skies. And if felt good....very good... :)
Kind of like the smell of the chicken noodle soup brewing on my stove...or my lovely Granddaughter sleeping here beside me....
Life is good today...very...very...good...
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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection
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Nice story Lori. A phone call like that can let you know what we do is worth it
very postive inspiring post! This is when you know its all worthwhile! This is a great start to motivating Monday :)
That is indeed a heartwarming story. Not too many people would take the time to appreciate what you have done for them.
Lori - that is just awesome and congratulations to you! I'm sure that made you more than smile.
Lori you obviously did a great job and it is also a reminder that we should make those same calls to thank our clients for working with us. I've suggested this post as a feature.
Lori, we all had to study history in school - maybe we should study life in school. This is a perfect example of how one person can make a difference. Thank you for sharing.
Lori - I think it's cool that the seller said Thank you. It amazes me how often people lose their manners in a real estate transaction. By the way, you take the coolest pictures! You are a talented photographer without a doubt
I'm impressed with her that she was willing to call you and thank you. That says something about her and your service! For the record the wind is blowing your way again and you may have even more rain headed your way, it has been bad here this week - lol
There are still a lot of nice, gracious people in this world. Sometimes we forget that because times are pretty tough right now. Loved your post and the positive story. Life really is good:)
Scott ~ You are right....it surely does!
Marilyn ~ You know what...today wasn't so great...but that call really helped!
Jane ~ So true...and I am a firm believe in passing it along. I will have to do likewise!
Debbie ~ Yes...it really did make me smile... :)
Jenny ~ Thanks....and you are right...we always need to pay it forward!
Juli ~ Yes...this lady certainly taught me a lot!
Nevin ~ Well thank you....I like to take pictures...it is relaxing and fun...
Todd ~ Rain...Rain...Stay AWAY! Ha! Ha! Like that is going to do anything!
Erika ~ You know...it really is!
Lori, wait a minute! OK, I get the chicken soup, but when I read granddaughter, I want to know what kind of face cream you use! And what a nice call to get.
Wonderdul story :) It was almost like reading a novel.
Pat ~ Ha! Ha! I smear chicken soup all over my skin every night...no seriously...believe me it is all too true!
BethAnn~ Very sweet of you...really it was a most interesting call...and one that meant a lot to me!
Lori We live in an age where the social graces are disappearing - it is refreshing to get such a call
Karen ~ You are so right....and something to treasured and passed along to following generations for sure!