Tuesday, December 17, 2013
NORAD Santa Tracker
Do you know that you can track Santa's route around the world on Christmas Eve? NORAD, North American Aerospace Defense Command, posts a live transmission of Santa's movements around the world via satellite. Many people have used this in years past to celebrate the coming of Santa and get the children willingly into bed. However, few people know why NORAD, a government agency for national security, takes the time to develop and produce such a system. Perhaps it makes sense that Santa's whereabouts are a national security concern. He does travel the globe breaking into people's homes in the middle of the night. However the real story is a little more touching! Get the history and get into the Holiday spirit by clicking here!
Monday, December 16, 2013
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Monday, December 9, 2013
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather advisory for our favorite area! Stay warm Lake Oswego, Portland, and West Linn!
Hey Portland area followers, we are under a Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM Monday to 4 PM Tuesday! Stay safe and warm and don't get to close to that fire. I've already burnt my left hand on the glass in front of the fire place this morning (ouch!). When we enter such cold weather we often forget about the hazards beyond the obvious snow. So here are a few tips:
- Open the flue when building fires indoor to provide adequate ventilation and make sure you have had your chimney inspected this year!
- Never try to heat your house with a grill, oven, or gas operated heater indoors! Carbon Monoxide is odorless so don't risk it!
- Bring in any pets and provide shelter for stray animals; this can be a cardboard box with towels or blankets
- Protect any pottery from the freezing temperatures! The freezing and thawing causes cracks that over time will break off!
- Never leave a container full of liquid outside (for me, hummingbird feeders) when they freeze the water expands and can shatter the container.
- Finally, Never touch the glass in front of the fire... it's hot!
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Pin Us!
We now have Pinterest! If you've been feeling lack luster about your home, start following us on Pinterest and get inspiration. Build your dream home today and when you're ready, we will help you make it happen!
The Bolen Group on Pinterest!
Imagine settling into the perfect place. That is when you know you are truly home! Like Bailey in her new bed!
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| Bailey Bolen asleep in her new bed at the Bolen Group Lake Oswego Real Estate www.thebolengroup.com |
Emily R. Jerome
"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off the goal." –Henry Ford
Meet Jennifer!
Let me introduce Jennifer Bolen, Premier Broker at the Bolen Group.
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| Jennifer Bolen of the Bolen Group Lake Oswego Real Estate |
Jennifer is a licensed Principal Broker in Oregon and Washington. She holds numerous certifications and is widely recognized as a leader and expert in the Real Estate Industry. Jennifer's mission is to help bring stabilization to her local housing market, by implementing best practices in her luxury, traditional, and distressed sales business. This means working hand-in-hand with her traditional and corporate clients. She is committed to staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge and best practices, so she can bring the highest level of service to her clients and partners. In so doing, she seeks to make a positive difference in her local neighborhoods and communities. She has outstanding team, wisely choosing to surround herself with only the best in class. Their shared passion makes a difference, one property at a time.
Hello Blogger!
Hello Blogger!
We already keep a fairly active home blog on our website but as we grow, so do our Blogs! Stay tuned for daily updates on local Lake Oswego and Portland area events and happenings!
We are a blog aimed at fostering community involvement among the Lake Oswego neighborhoods. To welcome new residents, engage neighbors in local activities, and to encourage established families to support the local community. Follow us here or check us out at www.thebolengroup.com for faster updates! (We post on our home page first)
We already keep a fairly active home blog on our website but as we grow, so do our Blogs! Stay tuned for daily updates on local Lake Oswego and Portland area events and happenings!
We are a blog aimed at fostering community involvement among the Lake Oswego neighborhoods. To welcome new residents, engage neighbors in local activities, and to encourage established families to support the local community. Follow us here or check us out at www.thebolengroup.com for faster updates! (We post on our home page first)
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| The Bolen Group family Thanksgiving day dinner 2013! |
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