A sincere thank you!

We have been in the new house for just over a week. Well, let me clarify, Nolan & Karl have been in the house--I have been on the road.  But, it's still really cool to know that a lovely new home is waiting for me on the other end.

We have a lot of people to thank for this.  First, all the movers, who took time out of their Saturday to help us.  In no particular order:  Dad, Lois, Mardelle, Martha, Andy, Sarah, Rocky (and Joey in spirit!), Sarah, David and David, Michael, John, Carl George, Neil, Jeff, Randy & Emily.  My apologies if I failed to mention you.  There were so many wonderful people that brought vehicles, trailers and just dug in.  The move took about 4 hours, incredible!

To our Realtor, Mike Esterley (Edina Realty).  Karl met Mike at an open house earlier in the summer.  We met with Mike to get a feel for his approach.  Although I doubt Mike would admit it, I think he was skeptical at first.  We were planning on renting and getting a new mortgage and in this market, it's not an easy under-taking.  Mike was nothing short of stellar.  He really went above and beyond.  His energy and single-minded focus on getting us a house that fit us was impressive.

Last, but so not least, Sari Lederman (AdvisorNet Mortgage).  I met Sari back in 2001 when I was single and I was hoping for a more grounded life (or at least one that didn't involve moving every year).  She counseled me (for years). She was patient, thorough and not once led me astray (as evidenced by our current position).  

Good people got us where we are at, in some cases literally.  Thank you all!