If I’ve learned anything since the pandemic it’s to appreciate little moments of joy. Like eating a cupcake from my favorite bakery;
Susie Cakes. http://susiecakes.com/
Have you been there? They have most incredible baked goods. Celebration Cake is my favorite – it’s sickeningly sweet with light green buttercream frosting, vanilla cake and confetti – the most luscious cake ever made. Also recommend are the flourless peanut butter cookies. And the cupcakes. Basically, I recommend everything at Susie Cakes!
I’m positively giddy with excitement at the thought of returning to some semblance of normal. Are you? Things I took for granted my entire life now have me bubbling over with excitement…like having lunch with friends this weekend at one of my favorite restaurants; Porta Via in Calabasas: https://portaviarestaurants.com/calabasas/menu/. I don’t even care if it’s cold out! They have heaters and I’ll dress in layers…bring on the fun.
Even the thought of returning to the gym is thrilling beyond belief. What I wouldn’t give to go sweat on the treadmill alongside others. Or maybe even take a class – how fun would THAT be? My gym called me and I rejoined…they aren’t open yet but when they are, I will be there paying for my sins at Susie Cakes in sweat.
And, get this, I’m planning a trip to visit my daughter in Tennessee in April for my birthday – you’d think I was planning a 5-star trip to Paris. Traveling is once again an exotic adventure. I know it won’t be the same, but I’m thrilled to be going anywhere these days.
Speaking of things not being the same, will we ever be the same again? I’d like to think that I’ll never take “normal” life for granted again…well, I probably will after about six months, but things like going to the movies, shopping at the mall, eating out in restaurants and going to live concerts seem terribly exciting at the
moment.
Even the thought of returning to the gym is thrilling beyond belief. What I wouldn’t give to go sweat on the treadmill alongside others. Or maybe even take a class – how fun would THAT be? My gym called me and I rejoined…they aren’t open yet but when they are, I will be there paying for my sins at Susie Cakes in sweat.
Or what about not having to worry about my parents dying of Covid? That in itself, is a great blessing. Both have been vaccinated and appear to be doing just fine. Variants be dammed. My turn is coming soon and I’ll be getting vaccinated too.
What’s happening in real estate? If you’re a seller, your home has never been worth more – it’s a seller’s market. How long will it stay this way? Nobody knows but if you’re thinking of selling call me and let’s discuss.
Thinking of selling but don’t know where to go? See article below “Next Adventure” – this is a new column where I’ll be exploring new places to live.
If you’re a buyer, steel yourself because this is not a market for the faint of heart. Multiple offers are the norm and quick, decisive action is everything. Get with a great agent (LIKE ME) and go get after it!
As always, reach out if you have any questions. Or if you just want to say hi. I love hearing from you…
XOXO
JDK
