Some of you out there may have had to take your little one(s) to the ER for cuts, bumps and dings over the years and felt that great sense of fear and concern for them, wishing you could trade places and take the pain and angst all away for them. Few moms and dads I know have had to deal with losing a child before they see them graduate, get married, or have children of their own. Earlier this week I mentioned I am sponsoring a fundraiser for one of my greatest inspirations I have had the privilege of knowing, Nathan Harney. His mom and dad Kathryn and Aaron have been friend with Stac and I for several years. Unfortunately they had to let their amazing son move on to a more peaceful place just a year ago at the ripe age of 4 years old. The phone call from Aaron giving me that sad news will be one I will never forget.
Kathryn and Aaron are two of the strongest and motivating people I have been blessed to have in my life...they get it from their little man Nathan, and as difficult as it has to be have never stopped fighting to end the Tay-Sachs disease that took Nathan way too soon.
In true Harney style, their Irish fight has kept fighting and they are continuing to push for a cure even after their personal battle for Nathan's life and struggle has ended. Nathan is still with them and us pushing not to waiver in getting the message out and to help find the cure for Tay-Sachs. With your help we can help Nathan's legacy and mission live on. This March is your opportunity to show support for this amazing family and for the cause. They are so close and expect to have FDA approval for human testing of drugs that could hold the key to finishing the work Nathan started. Fundraiser will be held March 29, 2015 at The Square Bar in West Chester from noon - 4:30PM. If you like hot wings enter the Triple Crown Hot Wing Contest for a chance to win $200 for first place and great runner up prizes. If not enjoy all the beer, wine and roast beef you can handle!
Tickets are $30. Click this link at http://www.curetay-sachs.org/ to register. Just scroll down to Wingin' It For Nathan and purchase your tickets by donating $30/ ticket. Read about Nathan's legacy at http://019221f.netsolhost.com/nathanharney.shtml .
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Sunday, February 22, 2015
What a week!
Time is flying as we enter the last week of February. With record colds this past week and the snow last night it definitely feels like we are in the heart of winter. The other tell tale sign in our house is everyone is either sick or getting sick or fighting getting sick. A mad cycle. Despite the weather and all it brings, I attended a couple great networking events and met some interesting new people this week.
Thursday evening I met Carrie and Donald Winn of That Girl Social out of Havertown, PA. Some of you may remember the sitcom "That Girl"... Both very engaged in the social media world, we had a great discussion and I got their take on how to effectively and appropriately use social media personally and professionally. We also talked family like all parents can't help doing when away from their children, and gave me a lot of insight on who they are and not just what they do. From there it was off to catch a friend of mine singing in his barber shop quartet.
Earlier in the week I had another opportunity to share my home buyer seminar information with a group of great networkers thanks to group organizer Brandon Dietrich. Brandon hosts a MeetUp.com Casual Business Card Exchange Group. Check it out. Meanwhile Erin and I are gearing up for her to be licensed in just a few weeks now, and she will be hitting the ground running with new clients. By the way, if you know anyone who would like to interview for a back office position with our Team, please ask them to reach out and send over a resume. 2015 is going to bring transition and more growth again. I will always focus on balance in life, but we are jumping out of our shoes with excitement at Team Chapis to continue with the plan. We are having lots of fun while growing the business.
Later this week I will tell you about a fundraiser we are sponsoring in memory and respect for a close friend, Nathan Harney, and how we are asking for help to fight to find the cure for Tay-Sachs Disease. As always, if you know anyone who you think needs the advice of a real estate professional, we are never too busy for any of your referrals. Stay busy and stay warm!
Thursday evening I met Carrie and Donald Winn of That Girl Social out of Havertown, PA. Some of you may remember the sitcom "That Girl"... Both very engaged in the social media world, we had a great discussion and I got their take on how to effectively and appropriately use social media personally and professionally. We also talked family like all parents can't help doing when away from their children, and gave me a lot of insight on who they are and not just what they do. From there it was off to catch a friend of mine singing in his barber shop quartet.
Earlier in the week I had another opportunity to share my home buyer seminar information with a group of great networkers thanks to group organizer Brandon Dietrich. Brandon hosts a MeetUp.com Casual Business Card Exchange Group. Check it out. Meanwhile Erin and I are gearing up for her to be licensed in just a few weeks now, and she will be hitting the ground running with new clients. By the way, if you know anyone who would like to interview for a back office position with our Team, please ask them to reach out and send over a resume. 2015 is going to bring transition and more growth again. I will always focus on balance in life, but we are jumping out of our shoes with excitement at Team Chapis to continue with the plan. We are having lots of fun while growing the business.
Later this week I will tell you about a fundraiser we are sponsoring in memory and respect for a close friend, Nathan Harney, and how we are asking for help to fight to find the cure for Tay-Sachs Disease. As always, if you know anyone who you think needs the advice of a real estate professional, we are never too busy for any of your referrals. Stay busy and stay warm!
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