tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26658172357258408702024-02-19T04:55:52.152-05:00Toronto CondosRealtor blogging about...real estate!Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-9928593128193793192012-02-21T11:03:00.002-05:002012-02-21T11:15:46.441-05:00Losing WeightA dream of almost every girl and woman - to have that great body men would turn their heads to. But due to many factors it sometimes seems impossible to achieve - I will name a few. Such as bad diet, eating habits, weak will...<div><br /></div><div>But everything can be changed. The simplest ways are your best friend here - do not believe in <a href="http://jonathanturley.org/2012/01/17/want-to-lose-weight-think-red/#comment-316359">drastic diets</a>, or magic pills / gadets. It's a simple math - if you burn more calories than receive, you lose fat. For this to happen, you have to increase your body metabolism, as the burning process happens exclusively there and then! And how do you do it? </div><div><br /></div><div>Find a <a href="http://design-elements-blog.com/2012/01/13/a-home-in-amsterdam/#comment-7423">relaxing place to be</a>, where you can exercise. Yes, you heard me, you will exercise. Because your body burns calories, when it repairs "broken" muscles - for that to happen, you have to lift weights. Not very heavy ones, but cardio doesn't help as you think. </div><div><br /></div><div>When your body repairs muscle tissue, it burns calories. When you receive less calories than burn, you burn fat. Easy as that! Of course, don't eat things as margarines, white pastry and fried food - you'd destroy everything you've worked for so far!</div><div><br /></div><div>Don't believe evething you read on the<a href="http://whoisadamclark.com/2012/01/17/the-internet-is-safe/#comment-5314"> Internet</a>. Balanced healthy diet and exercising with <a href="http://www.younghouselove.com/2012/01/the-real-j-boom/comment-page-5/#comments">weights</a> is the way to lose fat!</div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-75939152737201837532012-02-08T10:13:00.002-05:002012-02-08T10:27:25.667-05:00Thinking about...Sometimes, there is nothing to think about. We live our lives subconsciously, automatically making decisions and taking action. But there are days, when I realize I have just been thinking about a subject for many days and I didn't know it - like yesterday about the <a href="http://communitymatters.biz/2011/12/18/lobbying-and-keystone-pipeline/#comment-7911">Keystone pipeline</a>.<div><br /></div><div>Or, on the other hand, where I could have<a href="http://weloveperth.net.au/new-years-eve-celebrations/#comment-516"> spent the New Year's Eve</a>? Somewhere else? <a href="http://themashcanada.blogspot.com/2011/10/11-morningside-avenue.html">Morningside Avenue</a>? Such a nice name...or at<a href="http://blog.gapdaemon.com/blogs/top-10-places-to-spend-new-year-eve/#comment-1301"> ten top places</a> to do this?</div><div><br /></div><div>Have a little break and rest. Rest to think. As my grandfather used to say: "Thinking is the greatest adventure of all."</div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-70548262184456509352012-01-19T09:34:00.002-05:002012-01-19T09:47:43.944-05:00Sailing? Such a great thing to do!People came from water. Well, every living thing in this world has its predecessor coming from the sea. No surprise then when so many people claim to love swimming, sailing or just being near water.<div><br /></div><div>I personally prefer sailing. That feeling of freedom, sea wind tugging at your clothes...it's usually very relaxing. At least if you're not in the storm, of course. That's why I would personally recommend sailing to anyone who loves to relax in not so standard way. Of course, owning a boat isn't so easy, the boat itself taking much of your time in terms of caring about it, but it pays itself handsomely.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you want to sail on your own boat, you need to pass the captain's exams, but if you aren't so keen on studying or simply don't have time, you can still rent a ship with a captain, or use standard commercial sailing services. That way you don't have to worry about a thing (if your captain is a respectable fellow) and can focus on enjoying the ride, fishing, or just relaxing sailing by yourself or <a href="http://my2fish.wordpress.com/2011/12/14/sailing-family-friendly/">sailing with your family</a>!</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy sailing and make sure you don't get lost!</div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-27771081287129141602011-10-24T11:27:00.002-04:002011-10-24T11:27:55.306-04:00Where In The World Will You Find The Purest Air?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBd0wmnqvtIa4Ya-na2zhaXQsUQBQGhGOysGAARXJA40VUpftJqu-Q-muRTaz568wyOFi-ATVmJgmjcNRzFRvriJHDH2H8bjbCuBLewWwKeAhEX1-cBjijCJIiRIqPZvwUYXJBTxd9BwON/s1600/260px-Air_.pollution_1.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 260px; height: 173px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBd0wmnqvtIa4Ya-na2zhaXQsUQBQGhGOysGAARXJA40VUpftJqu-Q-muRTaz568wyOFi-ATVmJgmjcNRzFRvriJHDH2H8bjbCuBLewWwKeAhEX1-cBjijCJIiRIqPZvwUYXJBTxd9BwON/s320/260px-Air_.pollution_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5667080712856574386" border="0" /></a><br />Pollution may damage your health and has been blamed for quite a few respiratory problems, the worst offenses being seen in cities. One of the most striking stories about air pollution recently concerned China and how, for the 2008 Olympics, had to purify their air. Not only were residents discouraged from driving and factories shut down during this event, there were also air blowers and aircraft working to disperse the smog cover that always surrounds Beijing. Sadly even with these drastic measures it didn't completely clear the issue, with athletes claiming they were under performing due to air quality and problems with breathing.<br /><br />China may have pollution problems, but Canada is completely the opposite. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Canada’s cities are at the top of the rankings with the greatest air quality in the world.<br /><br />WHO wanted to measure air pollution levels in numerous cities and countries to supplement medical and health research and provide quality information for policymakers. The report concentrated on the disease burden caused by the health risks of air pollution for each city and was called Outdoor Air Pollution. To put things into perspective, outdoor air pollution is believed to to account for 1.4 per cent of total mortality and other common health problems.<br /><br />The guide used by the WHO is the compound mass of microscopic airborne particles per cubic metre, measured in micrograms. It acknowledges that places more dependent on coal, areas with hardly any air circulation (wind), and cities with a lot of traffic are susceptible to a greater health risk.<br /><br />From all of 91 countries and 1,100 cities all over the world, Canadian cities took eight of the the Top 10 least polluted cities in the analysis. Of all the cities analyzed around the world, the capital city of Yukon, Whitehorse ranked first by a big margin! According to this report of The Toronto Star, Whitehorse is followed by Kitimat and Burns Lake, both in British Columbia.<br /><br />The WHO recommends that there should be less than 20 micrograms of pollution per cubic metre and just about all Canadians fell within those rules. Even though 21.2 µg/m3 is a little higher than the advised amount, our "worst" city isn't too far over the limit and that was Sarnia in Ontario. Of course Canada does have some advantages over other parts of the world as it has a smaller population density, but some of the credit needs to go to the control mechanisms and stringent regulations on pollution that we put in place.<br /><br />An island east of Madagascar, Mauitius and Estonia in Europe were the only areas that had a higher overall result than Canada had Somewhat surprisingly, the country with the worst air pollution is Mongolia (likely its capital of Ulaanbaatar), closely followed by a few cities in India, Pakistan, and Iran.. Written by <a href="http://ellidavis.com/mls-listings/search" target="_blank">Toronto MLS</a> realtor.Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-65916065706288329702011-08-12T10:23:00.002-04:002011-08-12T10:24:25.101-04:00History And Refinement Are The Foremost Attractions At Toronto's Waterfront Condominiums<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2nAVj-scPo45HJAnUbzOd4Hds5SGjo6k-hNsvJO0OukgPTkeMjzKWz6tyE9Uo855_niWVqrI8Wo3tsiWi-9YyRlodec5oBgZF108tanTLRN23XUqquyNx789q1CJNu5DfldQFnm1rPTkm/s1600/Toronto+Waterfront.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 236px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2nAVj-scPo45HJAnUbzOd4Hds5SGjo6k-hNsvJO0OukgPTkeMjzKWz6tyE9Uo855_niWVqrI8Wo3tsiWi-9YyRlodec5oBgZF108tanTLRN23XUqquyNx789q1CJNu5DfldQFnm1rPTkm/s320/Toronto+Waterfront.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5639975160514218722" border="0" /></a>
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<br />Anybody that has walked down to Toronto's Waterfront can tell you that this place is exceedingly special. The Waterfront alludes style and history and feels like that little piece of paradise. There are shops and restaurants as well as cultural and family events to see, but perhaps the largest thrill you can find in Toronto’s Waterfront is living there in one of the impressive condominiums that are abundant.
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<br />TiptopLofts is situated on the lake close to the shopping and dining of the Quay and many entertainment stops at Toronto’s legendary Harbour front. The resurfaced stone facades out front and even some of the original light fittings in the lobby can fool you into thinking you’ve gone back in time.
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<br />Some of the appeal is the diversity of activities located in the small area that makes up the waterfront. With family activities, fine dining at one of the many restaurants, clubs and shops, the Ontario Place is not far away.
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<br />The 18 Yonge Apartments make you feel more as though you’re in the bustle of a cosmopolitan centre as you can detect the pulse of traffic out front. Style and class is considerable throughout the 39-story apartment block and it even has a 24-hour concierge who is around to see to your needs.
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<br />Another superior condo building on Toronto’s Waterfront is the Harbour Terrace Condominium seen at the Queen’s Quay and Spadina. Every unit has spectacular views of the lakes brought about by the imaginative design of of the building which positions each unit at a 45% angle.
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<br />The Toronto Symphony is just yards away from another splendid condo complex that is located at the south end of the city. Down town and water front amenities are close to the Pinnacle Centre and for people that enjoy being in good physical shape, there is an indoor pool and a fitness centre.
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<br />Conceivably the most <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/condo-neighbourhoods" target="_blank">luxury condominiums</a> found at Toronto’s Waterfront are the appropriately named WaterClub Condominiums located at York Street and the Queen’s Quay. A luxury lobby sets the scene of this 3 phase complex and the exquisite granite countertops in the apartments say 'elegance'. Not to be bettered, these suites also have a pool that spans both indoors and outdoors as well as underground parking for people that are safety conscious
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<br />Still at the Toronto Waterfront but this time at the north of Lake Ontario, Ten Yonge Street is found To make the most of the view, these apartments have floor to ceiling windows, so an exemplary choice for individuals that like being near water.Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-69025799899009167122011-02-08T09:43:00.002-05:002011-02-08T10:13:19.894-05:00Three Top Articles - My SelectionEvery day comes with tonnes of interesting articles, unfortunately nobody has time to read them all. Let me suggest you just three of them:<div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.realestatewebmasters.com/blogs/elli/11438/show/">Contemplating New Year's Resolutions? - Don't Discount Your Home</a> - Few good thoughts about New Year's resolutions! The article <a href="http://elli-davis.xanga.com/739328897/new-years-resolutions-for-the-house/">continues here</a> </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.amazines.com/article_detail.cfm/2293904?articleid=2293904">A Valuable Guide For Those Wishing To Sell Their Property At Xma</a>s - The last Xmas is gone, but the topic of selling property during holiday is always fresh.</div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-54465806666150100232011-01-18T08:01:00.002-05:002011-01-18T08:05:45.642-05:00Contemplating New Year's Resolutions? - Don't Discount Your Home<div style="text-align: left;">Another year has finished, I can hear a lot of you questioning 'where did the time go'? Along with the fireworks, the parties and the cold weather, now is a prime time to seriously contemplate what , if any, New Year's resolutions you are going to start up. Many of us think about resolutions which directly influence us, such as cutting down on fatty products, exercise and healthy living. But we should not ignore our house though. Why not consider a few of property related New Year's resolutions as well?</div><br />To get you to think about it, I have listed some suggestions for resolutions which you may like to try:<br /><br />We have all heard and seen facts about becoming more ecologically friendly, this would be a good time to put that information into action. Try not to be too wasteful and begin, for instance, recycling and splitting up trash! It is very simple, you will help the environment and it will definitely feel good to know you are doing something for our planet.<br /><br />CO2 Monoxide detectors and fire alarms are exceedingly important in every walk of life, including our houses. If you don't have a fire warning alarm or a Co2 detector, you should install them. For those of you who have these fire and CO2 alarms put up, you need to make sure they are working and the batteries do not need changing. Don't ignore this; it may save your life someday!<br />What do you wish you could to do in your home? Make a decision about what you want to decorate or refurbish in your property and write them down, so you have a list of work to be done. You can then buy everything you need when it's on sale/the least expensive and save a lot of cash. Just think how much of your hard earned money you could save by purchasing items at sale prices. If you make plans, you have time to look around and choose the best way forward.<br /><br />When purchasing an appliance for your property think about what you require, the price you want to spend before researching thoroughly your options; avoid buying the first one you come across. A few appliances, even if more expensive, might save you a lot of energy; try to think your purchase though!<br />Think about energy saving ideas you can implement. We have already looked at the way domestic goods in the home can save you cash, there are other ways too. Turning the heating down by 1 degree, turning off lighting, closing curtains on an evening to retain heat, insulate your boiler and unplugging electrical appliances when not in use, are just a few ideas for you to think about.<br /><br />'Your property is your castle'; take care of it! As with any property repairs are commonplace, so do not keep putting it off. To keep your property in decent shape and avoid massive repair bills, make sure any repairs or redecoration is completed regularly.<br /><br />As <a href="http://ellidavis.com/" target="_blank">Toronto realtor</a>, I know resolutions bounded to home are difficult. Look at your lifestyle think about what you have time to finish and what cash is available to you. Don't keep putting off your to-do list, if you want to paint the outside of the house, then do it; after all it is your property. Just pluck up the courage and complete the work! Do what makes you feel cheerful and revamps the property you live in.<div><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiIKZMgmPNnIwtvn_Jmtwqi3GSdTiowNFHtkB6DzOjF0pQJTVGwN0UzMouTRWK1Meq8lcC8lAbrwtOCRWweI4u1W9hGb8BObk6QFLOJ-VcBxQpgWPkwTQ0SbqaBoMvwipWdjKZOyXsBtsV/s320/dgthekneelo.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563511150257323602" /><div style="text-align: center;">picture by dgthekneelo</div></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-36796138066979902562011-01-03T06:08:00.002-05:002011-01-03T06:16:17.577-05:00Best of DecemberHere is a brief list of the most interesting December articles from Toronto Condos, which can be found on the Web.<div><br /></div><div>In December, we focused on Feng Shui and Christmas. <a href="http://www.wikinut.com/meaning-behind-feng-shui/srrq42u-/1skqctwm/">Meaning Behind Feng Shui</a> can be found on Wikinut followed by <a href="http://www.amazines.com/article_detail.cfm/2209863?articleid=2209863">Feng Shui in the Home - Bedroom</a>. Another article, <a href="http://elli-davis.xanga.com/737637981/selling-a-house-at-xmas---valuable-information/">Selling A House At Xmas</a> - Valuable Information, can help you the next December.</div><div>Don't forget also our <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Reverse-Mortgage_Toronto">Reverse Mortgage</a> and <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Toronto-Waterfront-Condos">Toronto Waterfront Condos</a> articles!</div><span title="hubscore"></span>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-85311360992206242542010-12-21T06:13:00.001-05:002010-12-21T06:38:50.516-05:00A Handy Guide For Those Wishing To Sell Their House At Xmas<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh30wz2J52oJ14ODbbJooypVViGSCr8jVTSlyluRStSxDdCRAn4UZWMsPznzEg-2wYwcwetTjGNpQKIN9B8IumwHjkdyMR3fHHRyuiUI28SAVZPS-cRs1Bl0u_JheMREN5_-wlFgBcp4-4e/s1600/picture+by+Ambre+Carnes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 234px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh30wz2J52oJ14ODbbJooypVViGSCr8jVTSlyluRStSxDdCRAn4UZWMsPznzEg-2wYwcwetTjGNpQKIN9B8IumwHjkdyMR3fHHRyuiUI28SAVZPS-cRs1Bl0u_JheMREN5_-wlFgBcp4-4e/s320/picture+by+Ambre+Carnes.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5553098521975423554" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" >picture by Ambre Carnes</span></div>The long expected holiday season seems to be advancing pretty fast. The primary thought in a lot of people's minds is getting the Xmas presents purchased and wrapped, therefore the shops are extremely busy. Clearly, the pre-Xmas madness has begun. Would you even consider selling your property at this time of year? Well, there are families who do want to sell their property, even during the craziest part of the year. Selling your property at this time of year does not really have to be a poor decision.<br /><br />One of the best positives is that, before Christmas, the people who are looking for a new home are most likely very serious about it. With reduced time and so much to do, unless you are serious about purchasing a house, then it really is the last thought on your mind. With little time to themselves, prospective buyers are often more motivated and won't waste your time if they are not interested.<br /><br />Also, the number of houses for sale right before Xmas may be smaller than during the rest of the year. The buyers do not have that many options to choose from, consequently there is less competition for you. As a result of this, many sellers find they get a good price and the sale goes through much faster. Most of us feel sentimental around this time and can fall in love with a property more easily; you may find that they are even willing to pay out more for the property of their dreams.<div><br />Decorating your house for the holiday season is normal for the majority of people, sellers who have decorated can use it to appeal to buyers. Decorations make a property look cozy, lived in and extremely pretty. Use the decorations to fluff your property, fluffing is quite usual at any time of year but more so at Xmas. Most homes look truly gorgeous with Christmas decor. Beware you do not go overboard with decorations. Decorate your property to the maximum effect, but keep an eye out on how many or where you place decorations so you don't go overboard.<br /><br />With the many bonuses of Xmas time selling, don't put off putting your <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/condos" target="_blank">Condos in Toronto</a> on the market, use the holiday season to your advantage. If a person wants your house, there is nothing to worry about. We have all heard of people buying cars for their loved ones at Xmas, well there are people who will buy a home as a Xmas present as well. You may think 'no way', but I have heard of buyers who do this.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-69690123290704574952010-12-13T07:01:00.003-05:002010-12-13T07:16:01.194-05:00Interesting articles in the last two monthsBesides writing for blogger, I am active on number of other sites. Here is the list of the most interesting articles from October and November.<div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.amazines.com/article_detail.cfm/2017372?articleid=2017372">How to decorate your home</a></div><div>Simple guide on how to improve your home's look</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.wikinut.com/more-generations%2c-one-home/3wv3nofc/1.mo9433/">Multigenerational living</a></div><div>One home, more generations? Yes, and no!</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.wikinut.com/social-networks-leverage-them!/1hfnp7l-/1.-y2mty/">Leveraging social networks</a></div><div>Why and how should realtors use social networking</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.wikinut.com/selling-home-the-easy-way/-h7fnnpb/f1iwf1o_/">Selling home the easy way</a></div><div>How to sell your home without stress?</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.infobarrel.com/duel:_Rent_or_buy%3f">Rent or buy?</a></div><div>One of the key questions of personal financial planning!</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://elli-davis.xanga.com/734374426/community-cleaning-mission/">Community cleaning</a></div><div>Your mission - help to clean your neighbourhood. More information about <a href="http://www.wikinut.com/community-tired-and-dirty-organize-a-cleanup!/59d_ouli/1yon7y9./">community cleaning also here</a>. Community cleaing was hot topic also in the <a href="http://www.amazines.com/article_detail.cfm/2117612?articleid=2117612">cleanup</a> article on Amazines.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://torontocondos.multiply.com/journal/item/42/Feng_Shui_in_the_Home_-_Bedroom_">Feng Shui</a></div><div>I devoted two article to this interesting topic. The second one about Feng Shui can be found on <a href="http://elli-davis.xanga.com/735811176/feng-shui---do-it-to-your-bedroom/">Xanga</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-53314486524020429812010-11-19T11:20:00.001-05:002010-11-19T11:26:52.876-05:00Feng Shui in in our House - Where you Sleep<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Meaning wind-water - does this word association remind you of something? I can hear some of you saying 'No', well it doesn't make it any clearer to me either. But if offered with its original translation, you probably would know exactly what it is. Although the expression 'wind-water' doesn't make any sense to most of us, the original translation often does. <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Feng-Shui-in-Bedroom">Feng Shui</a> began in Chinese astronomy and it was used to orient buildings with heaven and earth, nowadays it is more about balancing heaven and earth in our environment to promote positive qu (pronounced chee).<br /><br />Within the home many individuals already organize their rooms directed by this old Chinese tradition. It doesn't matter which room in the property you want to organize, every single room can be organized using this old tradition. It doesn't matter how many rooms are in the hproperty, they are, according to the theory all connected. Still I just want to tell you about a few fundamental rules that can be used for the room everybody spends time in, for at least a few hours each day, the bedroom.<br />When choosing what to put in your bedroom, according to feng shui, you should avoid items such a TVs and gym apparatus. This is because this type of apparatus will eliminate any good energy you have in there. On the other hand, good happy artwork and items are just right for any bedroom. To promote good energy, look for positive pictures and items that you can duplicate, as one of something is still wrong for the bedroom. Choose pictures that are bright, cheerful and positive as well as ornaments, though make sure ornaments are part of a pair. Choosing inspirational things is the key to being content. If you feel good about the decor in the room, then odds are you are on the proper track. You have to admit to yourself that looking at something nice and joyful is much better than looking at something depressing and sad.<br /><br />Feng shui will also help you choose the colors best suited to create that perfect setting in your bedroom A decent range of colors that is put forward, is the color of human skin, from pale colors to a dark brown I would say most of these shades can combine particularly well with any other color. If you decide to use these shades, you will also find that the majority of other decors go well with them, as they are quite neutral. Try making use of a contrasting colour on some of the walls, or your favorite colour; this should make a perfect combination. As flesh tones are quite neutral, any other color you choose should go very well and look effective.<br />Feng shui will also help you find the correct direction to put your bed. You should know which aspect of your life you want to influence, in almost all of them, the bed should be turned in a slightly different direction. The general rule is, decide which part of your life you want to change, then position the bed in a slightly different direction. There is no universal working position, so look up the position in accordance with the part of your life you want to improve. If you are unsure what each position means, then there are many ways to find out, from books to browsing the Internet.<br />As a <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/neighbourhoods/summerhill" target="_blank">Summerhill homes</a> realtor, who spent almost 3 decades working with properties, I must warn you: Beware! One thing you should not do, according to feng shui, is to put a mirror facing your bed. People can still have a mirror in the bedroom, though. Close your bedroom door as well as closet doors, is another recommendation feng shui promotes. I don't know about you, but I always feel protected having the doors closed anyway. If you generally do not like doors closed or need them open for a reason, then for your piece of mind don't close them. One of the most important things to take into consideration, is your comfort is paramount. No amount beneficial energy is going to flow if you feel distressed in your bed.<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLODx3cYQ8hK7V-rcw6Qf6EljutwUa6BbZyODG5HhrdiNJ7cFc4NQ5cchQuphJ1rO1zI6kEQz7msLxZ_qSkrmKLjbpL6yh9cruxQTIwIh4SRgOOloD9ynZoBNHPaWnOyuETesRQN-5HF9N/s320/Feng+Shui++picture+by+Skype+Nomad.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 206px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541297914201344290" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Feng Shui by Skype Nomad</div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-28775818501898933952010-10-21T08:32:00.002-04:002010-10-21T08:35:19.135-04:00Neighborhood Cleanup May Be Your Initiative<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUEtaf157AUYkOUZQzUIEMWbj9BLjAejH4jDt9hcPdpURjM1ay1X0QbAbKGvlJRV9HWaEZkTWQsLo-a4SgMsQ4toZPj7rJgAR2ZsXGkIdHAJ_5gd-mDsgdfvhoDfeCj84Qf1vGbvvqrvW4/s1600/alan+stanton.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUEtaf157AUYkOUZQzUIEMWbj9BLjAejH4jDt9hcPdpURjM1ay1X0QbAbKGvlJRV9HWaEZkTWQsLo-a4SgMsQ4toZPj7rJgAR2ZsXGkIdHAJ_5gd-mDsgdfvhoDfeCj84Qf1vGbvvqrvW4/s320/alan+stanton.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530476816879981890" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">picture by Alan Stanton</span></div>Is your community full of waste, rubbish over the streets and dirty? Take the problems into your own hands and clean it up! it out! Young or old, fit or unfit, a neighbourhood cleanup is something the whole street can become become involved in. Not only does it cleanup your area but it also brings communities together and a good way to make new friends.<br /><br />So nobody else thought of the job or wants to arrange it;sort it out; that's not an issue, organize it yourself. There has to be a leader with every job, don't be frightened to be in charge of the event! The streets are not going to clean themselves, if you can't pluck up the courage to do something about the rubbish. The <a href="http://www.toronto.ca/city_council/index.htm">local authorities</a> should be your first point of call, do this in advance of getting anyone else involved with the event It's best to check with them first, to avoid any problems in the future, not that there is likely to be. They may be able to support you by loaning equipment or even just some good support and advice.<br /><br />To help your whole community, the affair should be massive, which means arranging a great campaign. Catch the attention of your neighbours with posters or a note through the postbox; you could even pop round personally to rally their support. Tell residents well in advance so they can make arrangements to be there, then keep them informed as well as sending out reminders. Anyone that is interested in helping should have their names written down so you know how many residents are turning up and try and set up a few meetings to sort out the nitty gritty with them. Ask for support with the organization, if your day is going to involve large numbers of people and cover a large area, you could find the work too much to do by yourself.<br /><br />Details of what needs to be completed should also be assembled as well as any equipment you may need. People can also dispose of stuff from their own home; it depends on what you agree. As for the community itself, share the responsibilities. Nobody can be expected to provide all the materials needed, nor can one person be expected to deal with any issues, to that end delegate responsibility. A good idea is to have each resident or family bring only the bits they are going to need in the cleanup. Put the community litter to a community bin, and so on.<br /><br />When looking for the right manager, look at someone with large social network. Your broker can be helpful. As a <a href="http://ellidavis.com/" target="_blank">Toronto homes</a> expert I mean it! After the cleaning it could be a nice idea to celebrate the work has been done with a street party. If a full day of tidying does not get the neighbours more friendly, a celebration certainly will! Organize, for instance, a fun barbecue evening in a common space and have a brilliant time! The sign of a nice neighbourhood is working together and being there for each other. Help your community be great, too.<div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-88075482665822570692010-09-26T12:43:00.002-04:002010-09-26T13:37:00.158-04:00Home Repairs: No Help Needed<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">There is nothing in this world that works well forever. Furniture, machines and basically anything in your home cannot either. When something breaks down, many of you would call an expert to look at it right away, I'm sure. That is not always necessary, though. A noticeable amount of money could be saved if you at least try to fix at least the simplest things yourself. Experts, however, save a lot of time, energy and patience.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">What can you do alone and when is the help of specialists necessary?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Let's check out few activities:</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><b><i>Light bulb changing</i></b> - well, honestly, I don't expect anyone to call professionals to do this, really. Still, there sure are many who would not do it themselves. They would rather survive long hours with no light until someone perhaps taller and handier comes along. If you do it yourself, be careful and always turn off the power switch when changing a bulb though.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><b><i>Paint </i></b>- it kind of belongs to repairs, too. A fresh coat of paint can very noticeably "repair" the look of a room or house. As I have mentioned in one of my articles, paiting belongs to activitied which could be on your own 'to do' list. It is not expensive. You only have to pay for the paint. On the other hand, though, it takes a lot of time and energy.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><b><i>Clogged drain</i></b> - it happens every once in a while, due to hair or minerals in the water. There is no need to immediately call professionals when you want to save the clogged drain. They often only advise you to use some specific chemicals. Those can be found in many specialist or DIY shops, try to visit them!</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><b><i>Roof </i></b>- if you feel really confident about your skills, you could try to do the job, yes. In my opinion, it would not be such a wiese decision, though. First of all, it is quite dangeruous. Also, the roof certainly belongs to the most essesntial parts of your house. If you do not repair it well enough, water could get inside of your <a href="http://ellidavis.com">home </a>very easily if it rains. Hence it seems to be quite wise to let professionals do the job.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><b><i>Electricity </i></b>- repairing anything electrical is something only professionals should be allowed to do. I'm pretty sure that even when you were a child, your parent told you many times that working with electricity, if you are not an expert. might end up in a disaster.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">In case you have decided to save few dollars by doing a couple of easy fixes at home yorself, good luck! Online, you can find hundreds of different articles books or videos which could guide and help you. Just look for them. Not to offend anyone, I am certainly not a professional at home repairs either, but while searching for some guides, I found a book, the title of which is worth mentioning: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Simple Home Repair by Judy Ostrow.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">I laughed out loud when I saw it.</span></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-49205545077511972832010-09-15T05:33:00.001-04:002010-09-15T05:39:16.560-04:00Painting Your Home<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>We all have that desire once in a while to change how our property looks. As the owner you have probably lived with the same look for many years and while it still looks nice to others, to you its ready for a change. You do not need to go to a massive expense to change the look, a coat of paint can freshen the look of your property.<br /><br />So now you have determined you are going to repaint, there are one or two decisions that need to be made. The very first thing that should be settled is whether you want to paint the exterior, interior or both. It's not just you who will see the results of your hard work, if you paint the outside, individuals passing by will see that fresh new look. Painting the outside is not an option if you live in a building that is not owned by you, such as a apartment With condos, the choice is quite apparent and it is the interior that will be redecorated with a new color. For most people, repainting the inside is the option they will choose, which stands to reason as the interior requires redecorating more frequently.<br /><br />Once you have made the decision to paint your property, the next thing on the agenda is who is going to do the painting. If you have some family and friends living close by, then the cheaper way is to do it yourself. The only expense will be the new paint colour, some tools and maybe a couple of beers and pizzas for your assistants. If you don't have a lot of time to work with, then you could find that decorating this way could take up your free time for quite a few weeks, also think about the chaos it would cause. Despite the fact it will cost you more, a more simple option, and one that will have the least impact and disruption on your life, would be too employ someone to do it for you.<br /><br />The most essential question to be determined is the correct color. A small room can look more spacious with a pale neutral paint and a dark room can be made to look fresher with a bright colour. It is important to think about whether the wall covering will match the furniture and accessories in the room it does not have to be the same shade but they should be complementary. As for the outside paint, be careful not to make your house look totally like the one next to yours. Although, it is probably not a good idea to paint the outside of the property with strong colours, a colour that blends in with the neighbourhood is probably the best idea.<br /><br />Don't let friends or family tell you what colour you should choose, only you know what is right for your property. So if painting your property is on your to do list, then good luck and I hope this write-up helped.<br /><br />Created by Elli Davis Team, popular <a href="http://ellidavis.com/" target="_blank">Toronto Condos</a> realtors<div><br /><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaqqqZzuCl-neVMObUifsfjZQDjYOeYyumOHgLJRYxxILzcWBdkdJqz83povbluP2n-7lMhI7k20ZJttM-nWgU7xOIhTLAicQ3fEuAhgj1zWD3otvawiPArDvf5o-8YB-qv-k9fT69RYU3/s320/barjack.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517071366189559154" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">picture by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/barjack/">Barjack</a></div></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-40445967541860161602010-09-11T18:05:00.003-04:002010-09-11T18:28:55.717-04:00Colorful, Autumn Home<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Time flies by faster than we realize and very soon, we will have to wave summer goodbye. Walks in colorful leaves and listening to raindrops will be a big part of our lives for some time again. All of the season have some specific characteristics. Autumn does too and those should be shown in your <a href="http://ellidavis.com">home </a>too.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">There are many houses that are redecorated quite a few times a year, according to the current season. Fall seems to be the most colorful out of the seasons - those offer many interesting ideas. The top colors of this season are orange, red, yellow and brown. Your place can get a very nice and warm look thanks to these colors. You certainly do not have to repaint all the walls in the house and change the furniture but couple of accessories can make wonders.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Pillows, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candle">candles</a>, pictures or paintings could easily change the way a room looks. They are really affordable and hence you can have a specific collection for every time of the year. Buying a little picture showing autumn leaves, for instance, is very easy. The painting does not have to be by a famous artist or expensive - it can be sold everywhere. Also the orange, red and yellow color combination is very stylish and many rooms are furnished and accessorized by items from these colors. In case the colors and styles in your home do not go well with these, you should not use them, naturally.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">When someone says "autumn", leaves is the word that comes first to mind of many. It is easy to pick up few nice ones even in your garden. This is where a vase comes in handy, use it to show the wonderful leaves you found. In case you belong to creative people, you certainly can create a nice arrangement from the leaves. Moreover, a bowl full of red apples looks quite autumn-y as well.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Autumn is also the time of the year when it is starting to get cool outside, so we have to prepare for the cold winter. This is also a very good time to get your roof and heating system checked, chimney cleaned and purchase a supply of wood, if necessary.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">It will be easier to enjoy cold, long, autumn and winter nights if you prepare for it beforehand.</span>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-83019773369854859632010-09-05T10:03:00.001-04:002010-09-05T10:05:33.511-04:00Is There a Positive Side to Living in a Home with Lots of Generations?<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Do you live in a home with your kids and your parents? In spite of the fact that this scenario seems to be more common in old movies, it is certainly becoming more and more usual nowadays, than it was a few years ago. As with anything, lots of generations living under one roof will have positive and also negative sides to it. This feature, hopefully, will show you the main areas of living like this. If moving back home to be with extended family is something you are looking to do shortly, hopefully this report can give you an insight into what to expect.<br /><br /><b>Positive things to consider.</b><br /><br />-it can often make better monetary sense. If the property is very large, with a floor for each generation, then this may not happen.<br />-you are occupying a house with your whole family around you. This can be a really advantageous point for living together as it can boost very close family ties.<br /><br />-if the younger adult needs to go away at short notice and has no idea who could look after the children, in a multiple generation house, someone is always there to take care of them (no babysitter is needed). For the younger generation, there is a wealth of advice and support available from the older generations.<br />-the older generations may have health issues, therefore the younger members of the property can support them to living independently as much as possible. Helping each other is the big positive point of living together, just think coming home from a long day at work and someone has prepared a meal for you.<br /><br />-the older generation can feel by themselves, primarily if they are housebound or have lost their life partner. With young adults and kids around, there is unlikely to be a dull moment, therefore being surrounded by family gives the older generation people to lean on.<br /><br /><b>Let's now consider the not so good points. </b><br /><br />-if you want to have a personal life and some alone space, it's not going to be effortless.<br />-parents might meddle in the life of their children and grandkid too much, and vice versa.<br /><br />disputes about bringing up the children (the grandparents are treating them too much and so on).<br /><br />-consider your partner, how are they going to feel being in such close proximity to your family, they may even worry that you are comparing them.<br />-the generation gap could cause problems, each generation has their own way of seeing things and thoughts on how things should be done. Naturally, it is important to live in a home, which is capable of accommodating more generations <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/neighbourhoods/forest-hill" target="_blank">Forest Hill houses</a> is ideal for this.<br /><br />Rules need to be set up before entering into this kind of household, there are a multitude of other areas to think about that I haven't covered, as a family it's up to you how you deal with it. Honesty is particularly important, though. Do not put yourself in the situation just because someone else would like you too, if it isn't the life you want then nothing is going to change your point of view. When all said and done, if you are depressed then other people are going to feel that, which makes for a very tense home and relationships could break down.<div><br /></div><div><br /><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtSAu4qokqSvmBVrgop1fa-kfBjCkREdOD45TA1sThcS_Uiu-Z_m3kbFgeoxG1nxsFpPVXOXLVnzI-RafxHqFcS4GwGicshHpbhDQRbErHc96bFqyu-FwTu5NT4T6aihXjyIAjTyMFwYKr/s320/wisconsin+historical+images.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 259px; height: 320px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513430097861026306" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Picture by<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/whsimages/"> Wisconsin Historical Images</a></div></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-84288776546667116262010-08-27T15:47:00.003-04:002010-08-27T16:01:57.808-04:00Homes That Are Overpriced Do Not Sell<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">You have certainly seen many wonderfully looking houses with the sign 'for sale' right next to them. That is nothing unusual, is it? Unless the sign is there for way too long. Why aren't these homes, in spite of their fabulous look, sold already? Think about it.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">You may be partially right if you guess it is because of their not very attractive location. Yes, the house might look absolutely gorgeous but if no important facilities are in close proximity or if its surrounding is not nice, it does not matter how awesome the house looks. Such scenario is not all that common, though. The reason houses do not sell is quite different. Usually these stunning homes, which seemingly do not sell, are simply overpriced.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Buyers, naturally, do not even want to offer on such homes. The seller might be offended by an offer which is way below the requested price and the buyers may be embarassed by offering too little. They simply do not think it would be beneficial for either side. Furthermore, the sellers are expected to realize they are asking too much. Buyers are convinced sellers know what they are doing and would not sell the house for any less money; otherwise, they would have dropped the price already.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">My advice to you is, if you are trying to sell your home and nobody has put in an offer so far, even though the property has been on sale for some time, think about whether the price you are willing to sell it for is not unrealistic. One of the simplest way to find out is to ask your realtor or someone who is an expert for your area. Also, if you have almost no showings, no contract in spite of showings or really no offers at all, you are very likely actually overpricing your property. It is understandable that you like and value it, but be realistic, who is going to buy it if it is unreasonably expensive?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">People are not that silly. In order to actually sell overpriced <a href="http://ellidavis.com">homes</a>, their sellers have to lower their price eventually anyway.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">It is thus smarter to start off with a "normal" price and do not spend long months waiting and worrying that the home will never be sold.</span>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-4154492193401525232010-08-06T16:52:00.003-04:002010-08-06T17:21:53.145-04:00Summertime and Your Garden<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Summer time is the favorite time of the year for many. It is certainly not cold outside, the weather should be quite warm. You can spend so many summer nights outside having a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbecue">barbecue </a>session or simply relaxing in your flowery garden. The garden, oh yeah. We should not forget it needs attention during the summer, too. Perhaps, it requires even more regular care and it certainly needs a different type of care than usual. So what is the way to achieve having a nice garden which will last throughout the whole summer?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Do not forget to water and fertilize! When the weather is extremely hot, the soil dries out and it just needs to be watered. Late evenings, when the temperature cools down is the best time watering, as the overheated soil will not be unpleasantly shocked by very cool water. Also, fertilizing is quite important. Do not be too active with either of these activities, though. They might be harmful if you repeat them too often.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Another key activity is pruning! There are people who are scared to cut even those parts of trees or plants which essentially need it. That is one of the greatest gardening mistakes one can make, in my opinion. In case there is a dead head, the plant essentially needs pruning! Do not even think about it, just do it! It would probably end up completely destroyed otherwise.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Looks are important! Sculptures, wooden wheels or fountains form a part of many nice gardens. How many times have you stopped to look at them in someone's garden? Make them a part of yours, too! They might be a pretty good source of shadow or water, and thus not only attractive but also very useful. Nowadays, there are thousands of opportunities to make a garden look fabulous, just open your eyes and search a little! No need to go far from your <a href="http://ellidavis.com">home</a>. Garage sales even in your neighborhood, for instance, can provide you with pretty and interesting items.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">It is also important, in case you are leaving your house for a longer time, not to forget to ask someone to regularly water and check your garden.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">If you just left it here with nobody to look after it, it could be damaged after couple of very hot, dry days.</span>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-42083012544760967162010-07-14T08:50:00.001-04:002010-07-14T08:52:31.046-04:00Which Option to Decide Upon - Buy or Pay Rent?<div style="text-align: left;">Almost every youngster dreams about growing up, having a successful career, buying a great property and having an amazing family. Many of us dreamed of having our own property, unluckily that dream may not be as achievable as it once was. Renting a property also comes into consideration, as well. Looking at the long term, purchasing is always going to make more economical sense than paying rent. Whether buying your property or renting, they have their own advantages as well as disadvantages.</div><b>Renting </b><br /><br />Choosing to rent is far the easiest way of moving out of your parent's property. It is quite simple to rent once you have found the house you like, just a matter of signing contracts with the landlord. You move in and you live there for as long as you keep the agreement for. A security deposit is often payable, but after that you pay the rent decided upon. A big advantage is repairs - so the water pipe bursts, instead of expensive repairs out of your pocket, it's up to the landlord to pay for them. New windows, a new heating system, air conditioning or any other improvements are usually the responsibility of the landlord. The biggest downside, is possibly the fact that the place is not your own and it is very likely that you will have to move out in the long run. Frequently you do not have the rights of when you have to vacate the property. Living in a house for a period of time makes it feel like your home, so it could be upsetting if you have to vacate it. Certainly if you are one of those individuals that enjoying moving, then this would be an bonus point for you. You have no home to sell, no worries about making the home nice for potential purchasers or the fees associated with selling. A big downside is if you want to make some considerable changes in the place, you have to ask for permission off the landlord.<br /><b>Ownership </b><br /><br />To start off with it could be difficult. You would need to find a suitable loan business for a mortgage and after it's accepted it will take years before you are clear of debt. Then after the purchase itself, you may want to decorate the building to your own particular taste. Including the mortgage fees, you have to pay fees for the property, all the improvement and maintenance costs and also home insurance. Still, you are the proud titleholder. The property is your own and if you want to refurbish it or change something, you just do. Apart from some cases where you may need planning permission and consent from the neighbours, you do not have to ask anyone before you do anything to the building. A word of caution though, what seems like a small repair or redecorating task can turn out to be rather expensive. Moving house is not going to be easy compared to moving from rented homes. A big downside is you are going to need to sell the property or rent it if you decide you want to move somewhere else. There is a need to wait for good market conditions, but it may take quite a long time. However, as somebody, who specializes in one of the most stunning areas in Toronto - <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/neighbourhoods/bridle-path" target="_blank">Bridle Path Toronto</a> - I can tell you with property ownership can be felt a very special taste!<br /><br />If you do not want to settle down for years and plan to move away in the near future, renting is better than buying, especially if the rent is not very much. The monetary outlay of buying a property takes at best a couple of years to start paying off. You are unlikely to see any perks, in fact everything feels like it is costing you at the beginning.<div><br /></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHc5WrJyku-J8pPkDQQDCNelRiz2RvnQpzQ4FhyphenhypheneubK4TnMi3JGj1cO7pUcS9eJpDTNTyfomj8ofO1ZiuIPLFRz751OmAZqjSUEp2S2OZZYsJGEFV_QUGod96gski34nfjaK5nrk7ATY04/s320/el+clinto.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493743755298233666" /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">picture by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/spaunsglo/">el clinto</a></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-38391082978166323152010-06-25T10:18:00.003-04:002010-06-25T10:47:25.312-04:00Multiple Generations Living TogetherDo you live with your children AND parents or grandparents? Even though the scenario of 3 or more generations living together may be more usually seen in older movies, the truth is that it is now becoming more common than few years ago. Of course, multiple generations home have many positive, but on the other hand, also many negative sides. I hope to show you some of them in this article and in case you are just now contemplating moving in with your parents or children, it may also help you a little.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Why YES</span><br />-it may make more economic sense - but not necessarily, as sometimes the house is so huge that every generation has their own separate part and all of them only meet in the living room or kitchen<br />-the family is together and sometimes a really ideal family atmosphere and great relations could be created<br />-if the younger adults urgently need to go somewhere and don't know who could take care of the kids, in a multiple generation home, someone is always there to do so (hence no babysitter is needed) ; also, parents and grandparents can give great advice with regard to bringing up children<br />-members of the younger generation can take care of the house or go grocery shopping (the older are not always able to do this, maybe due to health issues).<br />-on the other side, the older generation could for instance cook while their kids are at work - mutual help is essential here<br />-any older people feel quite lonely, but living with their kids and grandchildren could help to overcome these feelings, as they will always have someone in close proximity that they can rely on<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Why NO</span><br />-some might feel like they have no real private life at all, like they are never really alone -parents might interfere in the life of their children and grandchildren too much and vice versa -disagreements about bringing up the kids (the grandparents are spoiling them too much and so on)<br />-a very close relationship between children and their parents may not always be a good thing (women usually hate to be compared to the mother of their partner - e.g. "nobody can cook like my mom")<br />-having to adapt to and having to respect the needs and wishes of other generations (sometimes they may be surprisingly different)<br /><br />It is very hard to give all the universal good and bad points with regard to multiple generations living under one roof- it all depends on the relationships between family members and setting clear rules right from the beginning. It is necessary not to lie to yourself and to your family. If you feel like you could not live in such a <a href="http://ellidavis.com">house</a>, then don't. It is as simple as that. Even if your wife wants it, you are important too. Not taking your feelings and thoughts into consideration might end up in a catastrophe.Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-18387463829177233242010-06-17T11:03:00.002-04:002010-06-17T11:09:06.751-04:00Second Homes: What to AvoidIt is now very common to be an owner of a so called second home used mainly for vacationing. I am quite sure that, if it is not you, you know of someone who owns a home used just for holidays, weekends and relaxation. However, after purchasing the property, many people suddenly find it is useless (or not used as much as they expected) and realize it may cost them more than they predicted and so on. People may just not be happy about the buy after some time. This article aims to give you a couple of tips on what to do in order to really enjoy the second home.<br /><br />Most importantly, you should realistically consider whether the house is really needed. If you think so, try to figure out why and for approximately how long. It is nice to think that you will spend a lot of time there until the end of your life, but usually it is not like that at all. As people are getting older, their preferences and needs are changing quite drastically. Even though it may seem to be just okay to look after a home when you are about 30, it will be completely different by the time you turn 60. Consider everything carefully. If the house is not going to be used for a longer time (you may just want it for a summer), it perhaps is better to just rent one. You do not necessarily have to buy it.<br /><br />As always, finances are a big issue here. It is just a second home, that is true. But you should not forget that you have the very same responsibilities as for your original home. Payments, loans and problems are the same. However, as second homes are often located nearby the beach (and water) or mountains, they may be more endangered. Insurance can be very expensive and it is an almost essential part of a vacation home. Briefly put, responsibly consider whether you can actually afford a second home. If you know you do not have enough money yourself, it probably wouldn't be wise to borrow from your family or acquaintances. Seriously, owing money to someone is not pleasant, especially as second homes are not essential.<br /><br />In spite of the fact that these vacation homes are popular, many are disappointed shortly after purchasing them. It is their fault that they do not think the buy through properly, though. Hopefully the tips offered in this article will help, in some way, prevent dissatisfaction with your weekend <a href="http://ellidavis.com">home</a>. In case you have something to say about it, just leave a comment to share your thoughts. I would love to read it.Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-41933697460951734132010-06-12T14:04:00.001-04:002010-06-12T14:10:04.123-04:00Renting Your Property Out and Tenants<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbMrI9xPnSo8286aWcXo27doPF5rUilUzi2VikSsU4QeylOwyGHnvEnfLLffz2vj7KjNyMESyt9eceviO3KDJ0bTI9X9Ak1weteGfW9PnjZm7zcMubmb0ekBOdOujqFjk5pfm-2TCjHonL/s1600/gigiyesica.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbMrI9xPnSo8286aWcXo27doPF5rUilUzi2VikSsU4QeylOwyGHnvEnfLLffz2vj7KjNyMESyt9eceviO3KDJ0bTI9X9Ak1weteGfW9PnjZm7zcMubmb0ekBOdOujqFjk5pfm-2TCjHonL/s320/gigiyesica.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481950904307909298" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">picture by gigiyesica</span></div><div><br />Leasing a home either as a landlord or a tenant, is something the majority of us do at least once in our lifetime. Only a couple of lucky ones have always been owners of their property and never had to experience living in someone's home. Some people however, do acquire properties to lease out. There rarely is a great landlord and tenant relationship, even the best ones can have the random disagreement or dispute. So whether you are a landlord or a tenant, here are some hints on making it run a little bit better:<br /><br />Paying your rent on time is one of the first important rules of being a worthwhile <a href="http://mw2.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tenant">tenant</a>. Nothing is this life is free, so if an individual is providing you with a property then you should not make them wait for rent Also try not to be too wild and do not damage the house or the garden Even though it is not your house so you are not destroying your own property, try to take care of it just like it was your own. Typically only as many people as agreed upon should reside there – be honest and do not get roommates behind your landlord's back.<br /><br />As a landlord you have a duty of care to your tenant, so make sure the home is in good condition. Check the home for broken windows and doors, make sure the facilities are safe and the property is clean. Try to pay for gas, water or electricity (if you pay for these) on time so that there will be no bad surprises for the tenants – it won’t be nice if suddenly there isn't running water. As per tenancy contracts you do not have the right to turn up and let yourself in unannounced, therefore do not keep an extra set of keys. Of course, the home is yours but remember, the people living there are paying you for that, therefore it is their private space.<br /><br />As a <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/neighbourhoods/forest-hill" target="_blank">Forest Hill Houses</a> professional I believe the most important thing to do is put everything the tenant and the landlord agree on, on tenancy agreements. Some examples of what should be included are: who pays the gas and electric bill, the date the rent is due, the amount of notice that needs to be given by both sides and who is liable for property repairs. As a landlord are you going to accept dogs in the property? Clearly, agree on rules, write them down (trust me, it can prevent many possible disagreements and to be a good landlord and tenant, try to follow the rules.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-52132958679688441662010-06-05T08:39:00.001-04:002010-06-05T08:42:09.984-04:00How to Avoid the Pitfalls when Marketing Your Property<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Experts are there to help you sell your property, but if you prefer to do it without their help you could make numerous mistakes. The aim of this article is to point out some of the most frequent errors people make when selling their house, also how to avoid the pitfalls that will hamper your efforts to sell your property.<br />The possible sale of your property could depend on the exterior of your home, I have talked about it in other articles, this is the first thing a possible buyer is going to see. A very normal mistake is to think that the exterior is not really important, since people, generally come to look at the inside of the property. The garden, shed, patio and general state of the exterior of the property is imperative. You could leave the exterior in a tip, with overgrown grass and waste everywhere if you are really not bothered about marketing your property.<div><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLp381xPD9uTqfeeg4iwqZa00vZA6hPAFtoF2TqCvR8mBbyDZ6fx7YUVK8q5komsFgGwZBAcY0CwW8o7sARbQTSmHaz5xJcN97TuP9YERBBzxxhXqIRIiSSHjFLaCpC9V0awUwbHgMM1ex/s320/thinkpanama.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 308px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5479268809155093938" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">picture by thinkpanama</span></div><div>Whilst you may love your animals, a probable purchaser may not like them. There is nothing worse than a dog or cat jumping up at the potential buyer as they enter the property. In addition, some animals may smell really terrible. If you have, for instance, a really smelly cage with birds, clean it out just before the potential buyers comes to visit. Open windows to let out the smell of any animals and it also makes sure each room smells clean. Offensive smells can be pretty discouraging to possible buyers.<br /><br />If you want to put purchasers off, then forget to clean your home. Smelly, dirty laundry, unwashed dishes, full bins and dirty work surfaces are just a few things that can be offensive to someone viewing your property. Understand me when I say, future buyers DO notice these problems. If you walked into a property and saw dirt everywhere and it smelled offensive, would you buy it? I would be out of that property quickly and would not look back!<br /><br />Clutter, such as shoes, magazines, coats and other personal things need to be hidden away. Family pictures and the little one's painting masterpieces need to be kept to a minimum. Of course these possessions show this is a well loved family property but the people who are viewing your property need to imagine themselves living there. With all your individual things lying around, this isn't going to be easy for them. Your potential buyer could look in drawers, so avoid stuffing your personal possessions inside them, as doing this can be as detrimental to a possible sale as leaving them out.<br /><br />What hints can you think of to help others have a favourable house sale? Have you viewed a property and disliked something so didn't purchase it? Let me know if there is something else that could be helpful to include in this report.<br /><br />In case you have any question concerning selling a home, contact Elli Davis from <a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/luxury-homes" target="_blank">Luxury Homes Toronto</a></div><div><a href="http://ellidavis.com/toronto/luxury-homes" target="_blank"></a><br /><div><a href="http://www.torontorealestateboard.com/">More information</a> from the GTA area.</div><div><br /></div></div></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-12756725011589927332010-05-09T07:36:00.002-04:002010-05-09T07:40:26.789-04:00What To Do About Bad Neighbors?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">Think about two scenarios. The first one - you have moved into your new home and it is just great. However, it has one irritating problem: the neighbors. The second one - your current place has been your home for year, you feel comfortable there and do not want to move out anytime soon. But suddenly, new neighbors move in and unfortunately their presence is not very pleasant. What to do in those situations? How do you solve the problem of bad neighbors? The aim of this article is to provide an answer to that, so read further to find out more.<br /><br />In case you are the soon to be new person in the neighborhood, it is good to research the area a bit before actually moving there. Ask the people living there. It is unlikely that the owners of the home you are planning to buy are going to admit they are moving away because of the neighbors. So ask around, you will certainly get some feedback from those that live nearby. You should at least try, it is worth it.<br /><br />On the other hand, if new people come to the neighborhood and you do not like them, you need to stay diplomatic. Not everyone is satisfied with their neighbors, that is for sure. But going to their home ans start screaming is not going to solve anything. At first, think about why exactly are you unhappy. You might be just too spoiled. Moreover, think about whether you are not doing something irritating, too.<br /><br />Are you absolutely positive that the neighbors are guilty? Go and talk to them then. Peaceful attitude is the key. What you can do is inviting them over, have fun and talk. You will get to know them that way. Not only that is is less difficult to talk to a friend and tell them about your problem, but they also might be nicer and more considerate after becoming friends.<br /><br />Sure, some of them might not be willing to cooperate at all. Are they way too loud and lots of people are complaining? Make a petition and give it to all the unhappy neighbors to sign! Some evidence, like pictures, will also be necessary to prove them they are doing a bad thing. Visit their <a href="http://ellidavis.com">house </a>again, after you have all this info. If they are absolutely ignoring you and do no seem to be cooperative, you ought to contact their landlord. The very last chance is solving the problem you have through legal channels.</span>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2665817235725840870.post-8318421622560612322010-04-29T17:21:00.001-04:002010-04-29T17:40:07.597-04:00Purchasing a Home - Women<div style="text-align: left;">A Few years or decades ago the idea of a (single) female purchasing a property herself would have been absolutely unimaginable. Whilst it may have been unimaginable years ago, in todays society a lot of single women now have the financial security to be able to buy a property of their own. Therefore we are seeing many professional and single women doing just that and the trend seems to be growing.</div><br />The disparity over the last few years has moved women away from the pigeonholed, uneducated, stay at home wife and mother. Even though there still isn't full gender equality, young girls, just like boys, if they are brainy enough, go to universities and have a brilliant chance to become successful lawyers, doctors or anything they want to be.<br /><br />Some recent polls give some modicum of truth to my words, so let's have a look at these polls. For example, the 3rd annual TD Canada Trust Women and Home Ownership Poll, completed by the end of 2009, shows that 44 percent of women think the financial security as the most important thing about being a homeowner. That means a 21 percent rise from 2008. Not paying rent to live in a condo was the 2nd most popular answer to the question about benefits of property ownership. 38 percent of females voted for this choice. Again we are observing an increase since the poll in 2008, this choice had risen from 13%.<br /><br />The general age of a first time property buyer is said to be 29, of which over 80% are single women, according to the IPSOS-Reid poll. Looking at the figures in more in depth detail, we also find that 80% of those women have no children and half have university degrees.<br /><br />As a (female) <a href="http://ellidavis.com/" target="_blank">Realtor from Toronto</a> I understand that not every bit is as good as it seems. If you look at most professional jobs, there is still a gap in wage, with women being worse off than a man doing the same job. Statistics still show that women purchasing homes by themselves have more chance of running into problems, such as paying off a mortgage, than their male counterparts or if they were part of a married couple.<div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsAWJiIJSfmeS4CsTSqdN3JJ1bJZjmkSU_9qvkDOGifFA-A3B6dywK468DVu9-MZ4VpgHaNiJEhQnABHT3Dsin0MGTNqFbYZx3toL3JXMwmPUeKo_wthygMTDxOKThGh5dMHaWvoDTYxkf/s320/tizzie.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465677235529569426" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;">picture by Tizzie</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><div><br /></div></div>Elli Davishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02508590333658490216noreply@blogger.com0