What’s In Your Stocking?
December 24th, 2009 categories: Real Estate News, Relocating
Well, Christmas is finally here. On this Eve of what many consider our most celebrated, and certainly costliest holiday, what are you hoping to find in your stocking, or under your Christmas tree? According an associate of mine, for men at least, they’re looking for something electronic. She informed that men always seem to want the latest electronic gadget. Women, according to her, are much more practical. Hmmmm, interesting.
So, what is your latest Christmas wish? Somehow, I doubt that it’s A Christmas Story’s Red Ryder BB gun. But, who doesn’t look forward to opening what’s under the tree? For many, Christmas is a time of celebration and renewal. Both, spiritual and personal. A wonderful opportunity for family to get back in touch with one another. For cards from distant friends. And, for others, the focus of the holiday is on giving.
What if we all were more like George Bailey? You know, Jimmy Stewart’s role in the Christmas favorite, It’s a Wonderful Life. The movie’s main character, whose dream was to travel the world, but never quite got there. Instead, he was continually helping others less fortunate than he. With money, and time, and his tireless efforts. He certainly gave more than he got. Wouldn’t you agree? Of course, George Bailey was a movie character, not a “real” person. But, if he was, who would he be? Do you know someone who fits his description? What about you?
As this year draws to a close, I’m reminded during this Christmas season of giving, that whether fulfilling our duties as professionals, as Realtors, we have a responsibility to give more than we’ll get. And while there are those transactions that make us all wonder why we ever chose this profession, looking back, it’s easy to realize the benefits clearly outweigh the challenges faced. Let’s hope that the case for many of us.
Merry Christmas!
