Jennifer Hartwick's (morealtor) Blog

I have several goals this holiday season.  Surprise, one of them is not to worry about gaining the holiday weight.  I'm over that.  I vow to avoid holiday burnout.  For me, burnout is created by starting to prepare for Christmas too far in advance.  I won't procrastinate and buy everything at the...

 One of the most important roles in my life is being the mom of three beautiful and caring children; ages 7, 5, 2.   I have spent my fair share planning and attending birthday parties in or around Columbia.  I recently had a client new to the area ask for advice on locations to have a birthday pa...

Columbia Jaycees Rockin Through the Holidays ParadeBring the family to The District and don't miss the annual holiday parade on Sunday, November 18 at 3:00 pm.The weather forecast for Sunday is a high of 54 degrees with sunny skies although the parade will happen rain or shine!The route will run ...

When I travel I always have my laptop in tow.  I've been known to pull into motel parking lots to do a quick e-mail check.  I've even found a little cafe near our farm in Illinois where I can pop in for a muffin and quick link to cyberspace.  For those living or visiting our beautiful town of Col...

E-mail has greatly increased the ease of communicating with clients, co workers, friends and family.  But, I did learn a great lesson the other day.I had been e-mailing and leaving voice mail messages for a seller's agent during contract negotiations.  They are not known as the best of communicat...

After having two daughters we were blessed with a son 2 ½ years ago.  Our beautiful and soft hearted daughters are 5 and 7.  The girls aren't and have never been physical children.  They never hit each other or throw things at others.My son is a handsome little man and free with his kisses and hu...

I don't remember exactly what year it was, maybe 1991?  Garth Brooks performed a concert at Horseworld in Scottsdale, Arizona.  It was July 4th and although the concert wasn't until evening, we arrived bright and early to get good seats.  It was general admission and tickets were $5.00.  Did I me...

In 2010, Columbia will be home to a new high school which will relieve overcrowding at the two high schools currently in the district.  The location of that new high school?  That is currently being decided.  After a much appreciated tract of land was donated for the site, other options presented...

 Columbia provides outstanding Parks and Recreation opportunities for area residents and soon southeast Columbia will be home to a new 317 acre regional park.  It will offer more recreational opportunities and positive economic impact.  Planned improvements include additional ball fields, which a...

I have this addiction to my annual Black Friday ritual.  I know for some it may be a little too early to be thinking about it, but I have already started scouring the internet for the ads that have been leaked out.  There are several websites designated specifically for this purpose.  I get a gam...