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Friday, September 2, 2011

The Unsinkable Volunteer Spirit in Northern Nevada Equals A Continued Demand In Our Local Real Estate Market!

The Unsinkable Volunteer Spirit in Northern Nevada Equals A Continued Demand In Our Local Real Estate Market! (edit/delete)

The Unsinkable Volunteer Spirit in Northern Nevada Equals A Continued Demand In Our Local Real Estate Market!

Beautiful Carson Valley Nevada by Jim PromessiIt takes a lot to round out a community, like the Unsinkable Volunteer Spirit in Northern Nevada!

There are many government services these days that provide and assist in a variety of ways, but it is not financially possible nor is it practical for government to provide the funds or labor needed for a “complete” community. We’re talking about a community with youth sports organizations, elder social opportunities, education and social opportunities, and more.

The Volunteer Spirit in Northern Nevada is a reflection of the quality of the Nevadans who live here! It’s through the continued contribution of many generous individuals that our communities to thrive and serve the population! Consequently … Great Nevada Communities translate ultimately into demand in our Northern Nevada Real Estate Market! Everyone wants to live and work in a vibrant community!

There are many non-profit organizations in our communities with exceptional volunteers that make a difference like 4-H Clubs, City of Refuge, Carson Valley Food Closet, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Nevada Civil Air Patrol, Northern Nevada Search and Rescue, etc., and the assorted service clubs like Carson Valley Active 20/30, Kiwanas Club of Carson Valley, Minden Rotary, Carson Valley Lions Club and other -Profit organizations run on volunteer labor, contributions, and participation. It is important that they have all three for their survival and quality of their “product”. Each affects the community in a positive and memorable way by their hours of dedication, sponsoring of community events, and contributions
to maintaining the quality of life that we all enjoy.

Some local non-profits are renowned on a Nat
ional level including theGenoa Nevada Homes for sale Kids Fishing Derby in Gardnerville and the Candy Dance in Genoa. The Fishing Derby has year round administrative volunteers, but utilizes the voluNevada day paradenteer time contribution of 300 people for their two day event. Candy Dance attracts tens of thousands of people with the help of a few hundred.


Other great local volunteer events enjoyed by thousands are Carson City’s Frontier Days, Nevada Day Parade, Carson Valley Days, and the Camel Races in Virginia City.
Douglas Pop Warner football and cheer
Without the opportunity to participate in team sports our youth would miss out on learning the many values learned by such involvement. In our communities we have excellent Pop Warner Football and Cheer Leading programs, Carson Valley Little League Baseball, Carson Valley Girls Softball, Carson Valley AYSO soccer, and more. These are only available because of the thousands of volunteer hours that are donated by the many volunteers in each organization. Their efforts allow for experiences that would otherwise not be available.

Our Advice: Non-Profit organizations run on volunteer labor, contributions, and participation. It is important that they have all three for their survival and quality of their “product”. In these times of economic challenges many donations have been reduced. The non-profits are continuing their endeavors with less, as much of society is today. For many their volunteer base has even been diminished as people have less discretionary use of their time. It is essential to give when and where you can for the good of your community and everyone’s future! Do what you can and know when you do that you are helping to make a difference in many Northern Nevada Lives.

When it comes to choosing professionals to assist you with your Northern Nevada Real Estate needs … Experience is Priceless! Lisa Wetzel & Jim
Valentine, CDPE, SFR, RE/MAX Realty Affiliates, 775-781-5472. carsonvalleyland@hotmail.com

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When it comes to choosing professionals to assist you with your real estate needs ... Experience is Priceless! Lisa Wetzel and Jim Valentine, CDPE, SFR, RE/MAX Realty Affiliates, 775-781-5472 carsonvalleyland@hotmail.com, www.carsonvalleyland.com

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Lisa Wetzel and Jim Valentine are the authors of this blog. Lisa, Jim and Jessie are experts in Carson Valley , Carson City and the tri-county area of Douglas County, Carson City and Lyon County. Call our team anytime at 775-781-5472 or 775-781-3704. To Search for Homes go to: Carson Valley Listing Book or visit our website at www.CarsonValleyLand.com

Friday, August 12, 2011

A Grandpa's View Of A Home Run

A Grandpa's View Of A Home Run

The triple is the most exciting hit in baseball, except for the rare inside-the-park homerun. After trailingGabe Wetzel catching CarsonValley Little league by as many as eight runs, my grandson's Little League team was catching up having scored four runs in the final inning. Trailing by three, the tying run was at the plate in the form of my grandson. All three had to score due to the five run rule - a stop in the action without a homerun would end the game. The sun that was in his eyes all game long as a catcher and hitter had gone below the mountains. He stepped up to the plate. He could see. The pitch. A swing and a miss.

The crowd had grown as the three other games at the park were over. Baseball aficionados and friends from the other games were lingering to watch this game wrap up. Strike two. Another healthy swing. The kind of swing that appears to be three-quarter speed, the visual effect common to the power hitter as opposed to the quick flick swat of a contact hitter.

There was murmuring in the crowd as the pitcher wound up. The underdogs were ahead and this was the last strike pitch. The pitch. The swing. The CRACK of the bat! As one the crowd inhaled, in awe, as the ball arced high towards right field. Silence continued a moment as the ball began to drop. Then it hit between the outfielders and rolled.

Gabe Wetzel Home run  carson vlley little leagueThe roar erupted and grandson rounded first. Runner scored from third. Coaches yelling, "Run!" "Throw it!" as they tried to score runs or get an out to end the game depending on which dugout they were yelling from. Grandson rounded second with a bit of a stumble but not a wobble as he clearly had a goal of reaching the pentagon known as home plate.

Another run scored. The ball was thrown to an infielder. The fans were yelling ... some the roar of fan excitement... others pleading/coaching their players to do their will. No drops by the defense. The ball was steadily moving towards home through a series of players. As it was youth play, every throw and catch was in itself a suspenseful act.

Rounding third in fluid motion sped grandson. At a full run with desire in his eyes, he was not going to quit. The throw to the catcher... the turn to make the tag... just a fraction of a second late as the sliding runner had pointed his cleated toe with a perfect low slide that seemed to furrow the basepath until gravity ruled and the momentum was stopped with just a cleat and an ankle where grandson wanted them... safe at home.

Everyone roared and clapped for both sides. The game went an extra inning. We lost the game but all were winners in a bigger sense. Everyone in the Park that night left with a glow knowing that they had just witnessed their child's growth, the education of life values. Perseverance, commitment, discipline, teamwork, and more, kept both teams in the game to the very end. Everyone, too, knew that they had experienced baseball at its best. Two hours of methodical ennui with a sudden explosion of high action and emotion. All were happy to be a witness to and a part of the action.

In a moment's time I went from thinking of the Mighty Casey when grandson had two strikes to watching him rise from his scoring slide and run to his teammates with outstretched arms and a smile that seemed wider than his ears. Regardless of what he does the rest of his baseball career, this 10 year old has a lifetime memory of a grand moment in time... as does his Grandpa. Youth sports are a wonderful thing for everyone - the athletes, their coaches, families, friends and the administrators that work so hard to facilitate the sporting opportunities for them.

Thank you Carson Valley Little League for the experience and memories.

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When it comes to choosing professionals to assist you with your real estate needs ... Experience is Priceless! Lisa Wetzel & Jim Valentine, CDPE, SFR, RE/MAX Realty Affiliates, 775-781-5472. carsonvalleyland@hotmail.com, www.carsonvalleyland.com

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Lisa Wetzel and Jim Valentine are the authors of this blog. Lisa, Jim and Jessie are experts in Carson Valley , Carson City and the tri-county area of Douglas County , Carson City and Lyon County. Call our team anytime at 775-781-5472 or 775-781-3704. To Search for Homes go to: Carson Valley Listing Book or visit our website at www.CarsonValleyLand.net or www.CarsonValleyLand.com