Ernie & Barb's Blog

Than please watch this video.   It is somewhat lengthly, but promise -- if you start it, you will see it through to the end.   It is very touching and a nice tribute to our 911 victims and their families and our firefighters.    Please take a few moments to see this amazing video.......We are che...

Thanks in advance for letting me vent........ This may have just put us over the edge....... ABC News has banned their anchors and reporters from wearing flag lapel pins!!!  Nothing patriotic at all are they allowed to wear.    They don't want to get in the middle of anyone's "cause".    They don...

This is what we would like to remember!  It is not what we have.  It was 7 years ago and I still remember exactly where we were -- about 24 miles west of Manhattan.   We could see the smoke, but thought it was some type of fire.   And how quickly these photos changed!         We went from this ab...

Some trivia and history!!!   The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882 in New York City. Since 1884, it has been celebrated on the first Monday of September and it is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers.  It is a yearly tribute to the contr...

This site needs to be seen!    It has everything from books to news to auto rentals and sports!!!  All these sites on one page with one click.   Here are a few!    Trading and even Web MD!!!! Everything you would want is right here, Wal-Mart, Target, ASK, e-Blogger, Google.......And even the US P...

Lately, we have not had much activity at the open houses.  Whether it be gas prices or consumer confidence, we were lucky to have one person walk through.  New Jersey news has not been favorable having lost Budweiser, Barr Pharma being bought out by Israel, and now Roche!  We are told that we hav...

Our seller is frantic, the home inspection today showed Black Mold on the sheathing in the attic!   We are used to septic issues, even lead paint and oil tank issues, but we never had a mold issue, except in lower levels on sheet rock where it could be cut out.  So, the home inspector told us abo...

It was announced today on the New Jersey news channel.   New Jersey is in a recession and has been for 6 months.                According to the news, NJ will remain in recession until 2010.  Not sure that that is a believable time frame, but it does not help the folks out there hearing this!  Fi...

Don't be caught cutting corners by failing to make proper disclosure.  It is illegal for the seller and the agent not to disclose facts that could affect the saleability of a home.   Material facts, if omitted, may get you caught and faced with charges that will affect your license!  Material fac...

Truly a view to come home to!  Enjoy year round views of the lake and mountains, all the seasons are visible from nearly every window in this home.  Great lower level with 1/2 bath, fireplace, and great views!  Upper level has hardwood floors, full bath, 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, dining a...