Under Contract: #1210 Wicklow Rd, Unit H in Parkway South

Nothing says "Happy Sunday" like a steamy mug of Sumatra with skim, a loyal pup at your feet, and heading over to a Seller's house to place an "Under Contract" rider.  The absolute best!

Wicklow sold yesterday with less than two weeks on the market and closes escrow in November!  This timely sale is a true testament to the power of Sellers 100% dedicated to the process.  So wonderful to work with, they took every ounce of advice that I gave them and prepared their property like true champions. The payoff is a quick sale as we venture in to Fall.  Yahoo!

A HUGE thank you and congratulations to the H family! I love my time spent with you and can't wait to see what the next few weeks bring as we secure your forever home.  Fantastic weekend!  

Personal Mom Moment...

The boys were kind enough to indulge me in a few photos this week...

16 and almost 14. 

 *sigh*

Where has the time gone, even with Miss Willow?

A Personal Moment: Back to School and Farewell Summer

It has taken me a few days to catch my breathe with last week's busy closing schedule and getting the boys prepared, but my babes went back to school last week. Bittersweet.  While Summer 2015 was packed with fun, it is nice to get back to the "norm" around here.

I say it every year, though I feel like I am on a high speed train with these 2 boys, my babies. My oldest hopped in the car to drive himself to his first day of 11th grade, as our Fall calendar begins to fill with standardized test dates and college campus tours.  My "little guy", now a big 8th grader, had to bend down to give me a hug this AM as he is now taller than me. Heck, even Miss Willow (now 4-1/2 months) is almost unrecognizable after a summer of growth.  *sigh*

Like sands through the hourglass, friends.

Regardless, while Summer 2015 was a busy one, it was grand. A peek back at the fun, as we journey into beloved Fall...

Just For Fun: An early morning at Queeny Park

Our new rescue pup, Willow, would like to thank St. Louis County Parks for their recent installation of doggie drinking fountains, even though she isn't quite sure how to use them yet.

It's a girl! Thank you Gateway Pet Guardians!

Friends, meet our new addition...

... Willow Nenonen.  8 weeks and dreamy.

Our family was devastated to lose our loyal Poppy earlier this year.  So sad, so difficult. Regardless, when we were ready to rescue another puppy... I reached out to one of my fellow Coldwell Banker Gundaker agents, who also does extensive work with Gateway Pet Guardians.

Gateway Pet Guardians is a nonprofit, virtual animal shelter and pet rescue located in St. Louis. They feed and rescue stray dogs and cats in and around East St. Louis, Illinois and the St. Louis metro area.

The volunteers feed the stray animals in East St. Louis daily. When a foster family becomes available, they can then rescue one of the animals on their feeding route. The foster guardians help rehabilitate the dog or cat and then wait to find a perfect forever home.

I can't say enough about this organization.  Our family is now complete, the process was seamless, and Miss Willow (who was part of a stray litter found in East St. Louis) now lives a charmed life in Casa de Nenonen. =) She is socialized as was raised with other puppies in a foster home over a shelter, and is the absolute perfect addition to our family.  

If you have questions about our adoption or why we chose Gateway, I urge you to PLEASE email or call me!  I am happy to share my experience and contact.  In the meantime, learn even more about GPG here.

The Beggin' Pet Parade is in Soulard today, St. Louis!

 

It is Sunday (Funday) and the weather is mild and lovely- a rare treat in February!  Are you looking for a family-friendly event?  The popular St. Louis Mardi Gras Beggin' Pet Parade is today in Soulard, featuring local-born celebrity Andy Cohen and the Barenaked Ladies!

This popular aspect of the local St. Louis Mardi Gras festivities benefits the Open Door Animal Sanctuary and is the largest costumed pet parade via the Guiness World Record! 

 

Even if your furry friend won't tolerate the crowd (like our Poppy)...

 

 

...it is a always a fun event and a sight to see!

 

The parade weaves its way through Soulard stepping off at Allen and Menard at 1:00pm today, concluding at 8th and Lafayette by Soulard Market.  The parade route can be found HERE.  For more information and Frequently Asked Questions, click HERE.

Just For Fun: Atop and beneath... Check!

Everything is in place at Casa se Nenonen. =) 

 

Have a fabulous holiday, friends.

Just for Fun: Pinsperation- Pupsicle

Pinterest has quickly become my favorite place to organize my online ideas, inspirations, links, and recipes. While some of the little tips and tricks on Pinterest are clever, others turn out to be a complete and total disaster. Truly, the fun of the site!  Regardless, time-to-time I am going to start posting some of my favorites under the title "Pinsperation".

We have had a brutally hot summer, which means the kids (and pup) haven't spent as much time outside as they are accustomed to. Simply, during the major heat waves- boredom hits! This Pin may seem a tad silly, however...

PINTEREST SUGGESTED:

THE RESULT:

Frozen apples, a dab of peanut butter, and a peanut butter bone= Happy Poppy!  Just a little excitement on the brutally hot days when walks are short and fast to keep her safe.

Fun stuff! 

Take a peek at my other pins/boards and join me HERE on Pinterest...

West County is getting a dog park...

Though a somewhat controversial project, as it means demolishing a century old farmhouse and numerous historic out buildings, the proposed dog park at the corner of Baxter and Old Baxter in Chesterfield (just west of Baxter and Clarkson) is now a reality... Per the City of Chesterfield: they purchased this 18 acre historic farm from the Eberwein family several years ago for the purpose of developing a community park. The Eberwein family used this land as a working farm and their residence up until the time of purchase by the City.

Slated to open this summer, the park will be named after the Eberwein family who first settled in Chesterfield over 100 years ago. Amenities for the park site include a trail system, educational rain gardens, an open field for dog play, and restrooms.

The two acre dog park will have separate areas for small dog and all dog play along with a pavilion to provide shelter and an area to rest while watching the dogs at play.

To preserve the history and original charm of the site, the Eberwein Park is being designed as a casual community park with a farm-like theme. To accomplish this, the existing large red barn, originally constructed in the early 1900s, will be preserved and historically restored.

Though it is always heartbreaking to bid farewell to a historic home, this new area amenity is certain to become a community epicenter. Click HERE for more information about other dog parks in the St. Louis area.