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Happy Chinese New Year – 2015!

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Happy Chinese New Year – 2015!

Today, Thursday, February 19, 2015 is the beginning of the Chinese New Year for 2015!

Happy Chinese New Year – 2015!

Happy Chinese New Year – 2015!While globally we all welcomed in the calendar New Year for 2015 about 50 days ago (including Jan 1), today is the beginning of the “Lunar New Year” and the year of the “Goat”.

Many may not know that the Chinese New Year begins sometime between January 21 – February 20 each year, and the changing date depends on the day of the new moon, when the moon is at its darkest, which in 2015, is today!

There are many things that people will do to celebrate today including fireworks, family gatherings, family meals, giving red envelopes with a gift inside (typically money), decorating in red, and hanging red lanterns! 

I’ve always known that red was a power color, and the symbol color of love, but as I read on-line about the different articles about the Chinese New Year, and their centuries old myths and traditions, I learned that red was a not only a power color, it was a color that was believed to protect, and with that protection came good luck, fortune, and safety.

I have know jewelers that specifically weave in a red ruby, or red colored stone into their designs, and until today, I never really understood the significance of why they did that, but now after learning more about the Chinese New Year and their traditions,  I have a better understanding of the goal of adding that special design element, and what it should bring to the person wearing that item.

In addition to learning more about the power color red, and the good fortune it can bring, I also read about one of the most popular and more well-known features of the Chinese New Year, which are the animal zodiac signs, which coincide with the Chinese year in which you are born. 

These signs are different than the calendar year astrology signs, so if you don’t like your calendar zodiac sign check out your Chinese New Year animal.   For those born between February 21, 2015 – February 7, 2016 you’ll be born in the year of the “Goat”.   Last year was the Horse, next year will be the Monkey. 

2014 – Horse

2015 – Goat

2016 – Monkey

2017 – Rooster

2018 – Dog

2019 – Pig

2020 – Rat

2021 – Ox

2022 – Tiger

2023 – Rabbit

2024 – Dragon

2025 – Snake

Each animal zodiac sign has different characteristics and traits, and it’s always fun to find out the which animal is yours depending on the year in which you are born and follow your sign.   

A fellow colleague and friend of mine Endre Barath, Jr. a REALTOR® in Los Angeles, CA wrote two blog posts on New Year’s traditions and things to do on New Year’s Day to bring you good luck in the upcoming year. 

For some the New Year began on January 1, for some, it will be today, February 19, 2015, for others it begins on their own personal birthdays.  We all have our own beliefs, and traditions, and while they all might not work for you, there were a lot of great ideas shared on his two blog posts on what people like to do to bring themselves good health, wealth, and happiness in the upcoming New Year. 

If you missed his posts, click on it here for part I, and here for part II and see if there is something you can do today that will bring good fortune your way for the next 12 months, give or take a few days!

If you’ve forgotten your New Year’s resolutions that you started on January 1, 2015, this is your chance for you to start-over with the beginning of the Chinese New Year.

For me, I’ll wear something red.  Yes, I believe in luck, happiness, good health, prosperity, and true love! So I’ll do what I can to surround myself with the traditions that can bring those things into my life in abundance. 

I’ll wish everyone I see a Happy New Year today, and I’ll use this opportunity to re-start those personal goals I made in January. 

How will you celebrate the Chinese New Year?  Even if you don’t have any plans, let me take this opportunity to wish everyone the ever best that the Chinese New Year will have to offer – good health, wealth, and a lot of happiness!

Happy Chinese New Year – 2015!

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BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

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Happy Chinese New Year – 2015!

Happy New Year! January 1, 2015! Tahoe City, California

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Happy New Year! January 1, 2015! Tahoe City, California        

Happy New Year! January 1, 2015! Tahoe City, California Today is the first day of a brand new year, and with so many wonderful possibilities ahead, I can’t help but be excited about the new year, and what will happen next!

Each year seems to go by faster than the one before.  The days are over-flowing with things to do, places to be at, and as each item is checked of the t0-do list, it seems like 5 more are added onto it.

The joy is in the everyday activities, and while it’s always fun to take the big trips, have the fun surprises, and enjoy the once-in-a lifetime events, I find myself appreciating time spent with family and friends.

So as you make your plans, set your goals, and schedule your daily lives, be sure to stop and smell the proverbial roses, coffee, or maybe it’s just to take a simple moment, a deep breath, before you start the car to appreciate being here in 2015.

If you have the chance to take, or give an extra hug, do it!  If you have the chance to say something kind, or give a compliment, do it!  If you have the chance to do a random act of kindness, make it happen! Those are the moments I wish I had done more of as each day slips into the next.

As the sun sets on the first day of 2015, I’d like to wish everyone the very best for the upcoming new year! I hope that where ever the road takes you that your travels and journey will be a safe one.

It is my New Year’s Day wish that every day in 2015 brings you prosperity, great health, laughter, joy and a reason to celebrate!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! January 1, 2015! Tahoe City, California!      

Thinking about making Lake Tahoe, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Lake Tahoe? Here are the current listings:

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Happy New Year! January 1, 2015! Tahoe City, California               

Season’s Greetings from Lake Tahoe, December 2014

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Season’s Greetings from Lake Tahoe, December 2014

Season's Greetings from Lake Tahoe, December 2014

 I’d like to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of you the Happiest of Holidays!

As another year comes to an end, and I reflect on those that have helped me throughout this year and in years past, I’d like to say Thank You!

I couldn’t have has such a great year with out the support, time, and consideration from you.  You know who you are, and I want you to know what you have done for me is greatly appreciated, and never taken for granted!

Best wishes for the upcoming New Year!  May your lives be filled with joy, happiness, and good health!

Season’s Greetings, Happy Holidays, and the best for the New Year!

Laura

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker, Tahoe City, CA CalRE#01908304

Happy Holidays from Lake Tahoe, December 2014

Happy Thanksgiving from Lake Tahoe, California!

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Happy Thanksgiving from Lake Tahoe, California!

Happy Thanksgiving from Lake Tahoe, California!

At this time of year, this is my chance to say “Thank You”.

I am profoundly grateful for each and every one of you that has passed through my life! 

There are few words that can truly express my gratitude

for your support, time, and consideration

 over the past year, so let me take this opportunity today to say “Thank You!

The greatest gift anyone can give another is their time, and

I am thankful each day for all that you have done for me.

At this time of year, I am thankful for so many things, and I realize how fortunate I am. 

Each day I am thankful for good health, good friends, a wonderful family,

a great business, and the happiness that comes from being

surrounded by so much love and caring!

May your upcoming Holidays be everything you are hoping for and so much more!

My wish for each and everyone of you is to experience good health, wealth, and happiness!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Laura

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs – Laura Allen, 530.414.1260, Broker Associate, Tahoe REALTOR®, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CRS,  Laura@TahoeLaura.com  CalRE# 01473598

www.TahoeLauraRealEstate.com

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Tahoe City, California

Happy Thanksgiving from Lake Tahoe, California!

Veterans Day, November 11, 2014 – North Lake Tahoe

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Veterans Day, November 11, 2014 – North Lake Tahoe

Tahoe City - American FlagIt’s Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2014 here in North Lake Tahoe, California and across the entire United States of America.

I’m once again reminded of how fortunate I am to live in a country where anything is possible.

I enjoy the freedom to work, live, and play in a country that has almost no restrictions on me.

I can come, go and travel at will.  I can work as hard, or as little as I choose to.  No one requires me to do, or be in any place at any given time.

I live in a country that allows me to walk down the public streets with little fear of being hurt.

I’m not worried about being shot at, or stepping on a landmine.

My water is good, the air is clean, our food is not being rationed, and my country offers the opportunity to become the person I want to be if I’m willing to work for it.

I love living in America.   I know that may not be a popular thing to say these days, but I do.

Today is Tuesday, November 11, 2014 – Veterans Day, and it is a day to count your blessings and to remember those that have made things possible for us.

I want to say “Thank You” to all those that have served, are serving, or plan to serve.  To the men and women who serve and protect our local communities, our states, and our country, I say “Thank You” for keeping us safe.  “Thank You” for being there.

To those families that have lost a loved one.  Your family has paid the ultimate price for the freedom and safety we all enjoy.  So on this Veterans Day in November, take one last moment and remember those that are no longer with us.   Say “Thank You” to those that serve to protect us, and be thankful for the job they do each and every day.

Veterans Day, November 11, 2014 – North Lake Tahoe!

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs – Laura Allen, Broker Associate, Tahoe REALTOR®, Tahoe Real Estate Agent, CRS, CalRE# 01473598,  Laura@TahoeLaura.com  530.414.1260

www.TahoeLauraRealEstate.com

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Tahoe City, California.

Veterans Day, November 11, 2014 – North Lake Tahoe