2009 August 09 « Diana's Neighborhood

My Life as a Realtor – Day 18

My Life as a Realtor ~

Day 18:

It’s Saturday ~ I love the weekend! Today, I came down to the kitchen, had my coffee and worked for awhile with no interruptions – Melissa was in Rhode Island, the other kids were still asleep - and so was hubby hub since he had come in from work at around 7am. He’s been driving his motorcycle to and from work in NYC since his car is… well, gone. We haven’t heard yet from our insurance company - Allstate – to see if the car is salvageable - a Mazda 3 which Joe called his “Zoom-zoom”.

HPIM2175 Joe’s Baby

After a few phone calls with clients and other agents – we got ready for a barbecue at Joe’s brother house – Manny and Gina – in Mt.Vernon, NY - which is where I was born and raised and everytime I go down to visit with my in-laws, I’m reminded of my childhood.

HPIM2177 Driving to Mt. Vernon, NY – near my brother-in-laws home

So many wonderful memories. I was extremely fortunate to have had the family I had – we weren’t perfect, nothing is – but having been raised by my loving, hard working parents, who came over from Portugal, made me who I am today.

Me (in the Blue top) 10th B-Day - 1975 Me on my 10th B-Day with friends in front of our home on Crary Ave

This photo was taken by my sister, Lisa. She organized my 10th Birthday with friends and we had fun, fun! Now, my sister tortures me with these photos by scaning and posting them on FaceBook – note, this pic is of me in the dark blue & white dress with my white bloomers showing!

August 9, 2009 Posted by dianasantos | Mt. Vernon, My Life as a Realtor, Uncategorized | Family, Life, Mt. Vernon, New York, Real Estate, Realtor | Leave a Comment

GETTING TO KNOW ME

As a full time REALTOR in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties in NEW YORK – and Fairfield and parts of Litchfield counties in CONNECTICUT , I am very pleased to have the opportunity to share my passions on REAL ESTATE, FAMILY, PETS, anything and everything in and around a HOME – including COOKING, MOVIES, MUSIC and more!

I have been married for 25+ years to my wonderful husband Joe. We have 5 children – Melissa, David, Amanda, Sara and Jonathan. After waiting anxiously – for almost 17 years, being home with my kids for 10 and a Nursery school teacher for 7 years – I FINALLY became a Licensed Realtor – first in Connecticut - where my family and I live – and then in New York – where my office, Century 21 V.J.F. Realty is located.

I was born and raised in Mt. Vernon, New York. My parents, who came to the US from Portugal, were extremely hard working – with even stronger ethics on being good to everyone – everywhere – period! “Faz bem, nao olhes a quem.” This has been instilled in me all my life, which has made me the mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend and the REALTOR I am today. Thank You Ma and Papa.