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Just Because

We Call It Arizona

by Dru Bloomfield on February 14, 2012

Today, the state of Arizona is 100 years old, and I’d like to share a fun little tune about Arizona I recorded yesterday at a class I took on Arizona history.   Ken Bennett, Arizona’s Secretary of State, took the stage at the beginning of class and shared his thoughts! Enjoy!

Happy 100th, Arizona!

by Dru Bloomfield on February 13, 2012

Arizona turns 100 years old tomorrow, February 14th. Today, I took a class on 100 years of Arizona history.  Learned a lot of interesting facts about the state I call home. And heard this song, called "I Love You, Arizona" by Rex Allen Jr., for the first time. Beautiful song. Beautiful state.

Another Year on Planet Earth

by Dru Bloomfield on January 20, 2012

My dear friend and fellow Realtor, Luetta Newnam, posted me this wonderful slideshow for my birthday.   And, she more than made me smile as she reminded me of the depth and beauty of my life. To another great year. 2012 is going to be the best year yet! And, thank you, Luetta!

2011–An Amazing Year

by Dru Bloomfield on December 31, 2011

Yes, 2011 has been an amazing year. Recently, I sat down and wrote a list of what I was most proud of in the past year. Amazingly, my list quickly grew to three pages, and included  accomplishments, thoughts, and feelings. Every time I go back and  read it, I add something else.  It’s been a [...]

Looking ahead to 2012: Five Joys of Living

by Dru Bloomfield on December 5, 2011

(WARNING: Not a real estate post.  However, one I hope you enjoy.) I read an article yesterday that’s been lingering in my mind. Entitled, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, the post begins: For many years I worked in palliative care. My patients were those who had gone home to die. Some incredibly special [...]

It’s the Season of Sharing in Scottsdale–can you help?

by Dru Bloomfield on November 22, 2011

Recently, during a tour of the Paiute Neighborhood Center, I learned that over 15,000 Scottsdale residents are below the poverty level. For all of its reputation for luxury living, between 5 and 10% of Scottsdale residents are in dire need. And the holidays, especially Thanksgiving, remind us all to be grateful for what we have [...]

Fabulous Friday

by Dru Bloomfield on September 30, 2011

It’s been a jam packed week, so it was a treat to slip out with my camera for a few minutes this morning. My new clients spent the week searching for their next home, and kept remarking on how beautiful and clean Scottsdale was.  They are so right. Scottsdale — a great place to call [...]