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WOW! Shocked! I was searching the Internet and found Daniel Island Blogs..........guess what? These Blogs are being written by people who don't even live on Daniel Island.........they WANT to live on Daniel Island! Wow! If you are a DANIEL ISLAND BLOG FOLLOWER...be sure to follow blogs of the Islanders! Not the want to be Islanders! Yikes! I saw some pretty strange comments on what they thought Daniel Island was like..........

Just a reminder I DO LIVE AND WORK ON THE ISLAND AND I LOVE IT! The stories I give you are my opinions as a homeowner and my opinions as a working Daniel Island Real Estate Agent!

My 2 year old granddaughter attends the Daniel Island Academy and both of my daughters graduated from Bishop England High School right here on Daniel Island! I have lived in Charleston for 25 years, but right here on Daniel Island for 5 years and I can tell you the difference between living in a nice neighborhood versus living on Daniel Island, our island town!

If you are looking for a home on Daniel Island, you can contact me via email at reneereinert@gmail.com

As a Daniel Island Agent, we spend months in training and researching the history and of the island and it's future growth. We believe when you come to buy a home, you are not only buying a home, but a life style. A life style of simplicity, convenience, safety and so much more! My clients are always amazed at the warm and friendly feeling they get when they visit. They are usually surprised at the size of Daniel Island. It's much larger than they had envisioned and they like it! They comment about the beautiful homes and the neatness of our island. I often hear, "it's so clean, it's so quiet, and its so beautiful" I truly love what I do and it's because I love where I live and where I work! Til Tomorrow! Renee Reinert

Renee's Daniel Island Blog

My Island Town : Daniel Island, SC

2 Charleston Battery vs. #1 Portland Timbers - Friday 8/28
Posted: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:12:42 +0000
It’s late in the 2009 United Soccer League (USL) season but the Charleston Battery are still fighting their way to the top of the league. The team has had a successful season so far and is currently tied for second place with the Carolina Railhawks. And, this Friday night (8/28), the Battery will have their chance to take on the current leader in the league, the Portland Timbers, in a match that will be broadcast on the Fox Soccer Channel and Livesoccertv.com.

Midfielder Tsuyoshi Yoshitake
The Charleston Battery has a total of 45 points for the season, only 6 points behind the Portland Timbers with 51. Portland lost their first game of the season but has since remained unbeaten in an impressive 23 game winning streak. In their last match against the Timbers on June 13, the Battery came close to breaking the team’s streak but Portland tied the match with three minutes left. If the Battery is successful in beating the league’s number one team on Friday then they would be within three points of the Timbers. The top seven teams advance to the playoffs and the top seeded team receives a bye into the semifinal round.

Defender Matt Bobo
The gates of Blackbaud Stadium will open at 6:30 pm and kick off is at 8:00 pm on Friday, August 28. The first 500 children will receive a soccer ball courtesy of Piggly Wiggle. And Five Guys Burgers & Fries will be on hand, serving up their delicious burgers and fries! The Three Lions Pub, a traditional English-style pub, will be open for its members and guests, who can also socialize with Battery coaches and players after each home game. Tickets range between $5 - $15 and can be purchased by calling (843) 971-GOAL or visiting http://www.charlestonbattery.com/.
COME OUT TO BLACKBAUD STADIUM & HELP CHEER ON THE BATTERY!
See the video below of highlights from the 2008 US Open Cup Final, Charleston Battery vs. DC United (W).
Viva the Music! New Performing Arts School Coming to Town
Posted: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:12:27 +0000
A new school is coming soon to Daniel Island. It will be a place where students will learn to read, garner new skills and more. But this school is different than other educational institutions on the island… Here, students as young as 3 years old will learn these new skills on miniature violins!
The Viva! Charleston Performing Arts School will launch its first program, Suzuki Strings, on August 31 at Summit Place of Daniel Island. This program teaches students to play the violin using miniature versions of the instrument. Before getting started on the real thing, the first assignment is for students to create their own “box” violins out of cardboard so they can begin to understand how a violin works and how to play one. Beginning to advanced students are welcome, from pre-schoolers to adults.

One of Instructor Camila Meirelles' students' with her mom and her handmade violin.
In the next several months, the Viva! Charleston Performing Arts School plans to add additional programs including piano, voice and drama, and in January classes and programing will be available at the Daniel Island Academy.
The new school is the brainchild of director Kathy King, a former Mt. Pleasant resident who currently lives in Chicago but wants to return to the Lowcountry some day. Kathy holds a bachelor degree in Piano Performance from Northern Illinois University along with advanced studies in Early Music and Harpsichord from Converse College in Spartanburg. She has been implementing her programming at private schools and performing arts centers throughout the Lowcountry, upstate and northern Illinois for years.
Revered Brazilian violist Camila Meirelles will be teaching the classes here on Daniel Island. Meirelles has performed with nationally and internationally-acclaimed orchestras, and holds her master’s degree and performance certificate from Northern Illinois University.
“Camila is relocating specifically for this project, ” says King, “She’s a beautiful musician and also a wonderful, patient teacher.”

Camila with some students at the end of summer camp.
“Daniel Island is the perfect spot for the new Viva! Charleston Performing Arts School,” King says. “You get a sense that it’s a special, close community and that parents really want their children to be well-rounded with a great education and good athletic and cultural opportunities. Now the island offers the perfect opportunity to learn about music and to learn how to play a musical instrument!”
Students and parents who are interested in Viva! Charleston Performing Arts School are invited to attend a “Come & Try” Open House at Summit Place of Daniel Island on Monday, August 31 or Thursday, September 10 at 6:00 pm. For more information, feel free to contact Kathy King at (815) 440-1391 or email hannpianostudios@yahoo.com.
Labor Day Menu: Flank Steak & Melon Salsa, Grilled Peach Melba
Posted: Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:26:37 +0000
With Labor Day less than two weeks away, people are making plans to go out on the boat, pack a picnic or play on the beach and enjoy the last days of summer. My Island Town has borrowed a couple of recipes we think would be delicious for any Labor Day plans from Chef Tyler Dudley at the Daniel Island Club.
Marinated Flank Steak with Melon Salsa1 large cantaloupe, peeled, seeded, diced1 medium red onion, diced1 cup Italian parsley, chopped1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped2 tablespoon white balsamic (or cider) vinegar2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil2 pounds flank steaks2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Toss the cantaloupe, onion, parsley, mint, vinegar and oil in a bowl. Set aside. Heat a grill, grill pan or large skillet over high heat. Season the flank steaks on both sides with salt and pepper. Cook 5 to 8 minutes on each side for medium rare, 8 to 10 minutes per side for medium and 10 to 12 minutes per side for well done. Remove the steaks from the heat and allow to rest on a clean cutting board for 5 to 7 minutes. Cut steak diagonally into 1/8-inch-thick slices and transfer to a platter. Serve with melon salsa on top of the steak and as a relish on the side.
Grilled Peach Melba with Frozen Yogurt3 limes (reserve 1, halved, for garnish)3 pints fresh raspberries1/2 cup sugar1 pint fresh blueberries1 pint fresh blackberries2 large or 4 small ripe peaches, halved and pitted (skin on)1 pint lowfat vanilla frozen yogurt (or lowfat vanilla ice cream)
Preheat a grill or broiler. While the grill is warming, zest limes, then juice them (reserve zest and juice separately). Chop enough zest to make 1 tsp. Combine 2 pints raspberries with 1/4 cup sugar in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the berries start to release juices and break down. Puree in a blender, then pour through a fine-mesh strainer to remove seeds. Season to taste with lime juice and set aside. Toss together remaining raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries with remaining sugar, lime juice, and lime zest and set aside. Grill peaches and lime halves quickly, until they have grill marks and are warmed through, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the grill.
To serve, combine a peach half with 1/2 cup frozen yogurt in the bottom of a shallow dish. Spoon equal amounts of raspberry sauce on top of frozen yogurt and finish with equal amounts of raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Garnish with grilled lime.
Bon Appetit!
Get Fit Reaches Its Halfway Mark - Time To Celebrate!
Posted: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:48:35 +0000
More than 300 people signed up to participate in Hello! Daniel Island’s first ever “Get Fit Challenge” just six weeks ago! Now that the group is at its halfway point, it’s time to celebrate everyone’s hard work so far and get revved up and ready for the next six weeks. Keep up the good work!
Music, Food & Fun at the Daniel Island Farmers’ Market
Posted: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:59:59 +0000
In just a few short weeks, the Daniel Island Farmers’ Market will ends its first season of providing fresh, local vegetables, meat, seafood, flowers and other knickknacks like jewelry, art and handbags to island residents and employees. Every Thursday since April, the Family Circle Tennis Center has been transformed from a world-class tennis facility to a market where people can shop, eat, enjoy entertainment and visit with friends.
With just a few markets left this year, planners have put together a great schedule of live music and fun contests for shoppers to enjoy. And they’ve partnered with Get Fit, Daniel Island to provide a great venue for Get Fit Cardio Tennis and Get Fit Yoga (open to Get Fit, Daniel Island participants only).
Be sure you don’t miss live music by Hank Futch from local fan-favorite band, The Blue Dogs. And bring your pooch to market on September 10 as the Farmers’ Market celebrates the “Dog Days of Summer” with Ugliest & Prettiest Dog contests!
See below for a complete schedule of Daniel Island Farmers’ Market happenings and we’ll see you there!
Thursday, August 205:30 - 6:30 Get Fit Cardio Tennis on Center Court5:30 - 7:30 BBQ Brothers Band6:00 - 7:00 Get fit Yoga
Thursday, August 273:30 - 7:30 DJ Walt Jenner presents “Beach Music at the Market”6:00 - 7:600 Get Fit Yoga
Thursday, September 33:00 - 7:00 Daniel Island Hip Hop demonstrations with Angel Roberts4:00 - 7:00 Hank Futch from popular local band, The Blue Dogs, to perform5:30 - 6:30 Get Fit Cardio Tennis on Center Court6:00 - 7:00 Get Fit Yoga
Thursday, September 10 Celebrating the “Dog Days of Summer” with Ugliest & Prettiest Dog Contests!4:00 - 7:00 BBQ Brothers Band5:30 - 6:30 Get Fit Cardio Tennis on Center Court6:00 - 7:00 Get Fit Yoga
Thursday, September 17 4:00 - 7:00 Hank Futch from popular local band, The Blue Dogs, to perform5:30 - 6:30 Get Fit Cardio Tennis on Center Court6:00 - 7:00 Get Fit Yoga
Thursday, September 24Details for this year’s final Farmers’ Market to be announced soon!
The Wallflowers come to the Veranda Stage Tuesday, 9/1!
Posted: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:01:44 +0000
Summer is winding down but it’s still hot on Daniel Island and is about to get even hotter as the Family Circle Tennis Center welcomes a couple of high-energy, rock-n-rolling, Grammy-winning musical acts to the stage!
On Tuesday, September 1st, Daniel Island will come alive with the multiple Grammy-winning rock sound of The Wallflowers as they perform on the Family Circle Tennis Center’s Veranda stage.
“The Wallflowers are the most prominent act to perform at The Veranda to date. Music fans of all ages are sure to enjoy the hits these superstars will crank out all night,” commented Carter McMillan, Concert Coordinator at the Family Circle Tennis Center. “This is a great opportunity to see a major act in a small venue, and there’s no better time to enjoy an outdoor concert than early fall.”
Another Grammy-winning act will also make their way to Daniel Island this fall as the Indigo Girls take the stage on Saturday, September 26! The Indigo Girls, an American folk rock duo, consist of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. These true folk icons have cultivated legions of faithful fans since releasing their debut album Strange Fire in 1987, winning a Grammy Award for “Best Contemporary Folk Recording” in 1990, and notching multi-platinum records throughout their career.
Constant touring, as well as an unwavering commitment to social, political, and environmental issues has cemented the Girls’ bond with their audience. Touring in support of their tenth studio album, “Poseidon and the Bitter Bug“, this will be the Indigo Girls’ first appearance at the Family Circle Tennis Center.
All tickets can be purchased by visiting Ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster Charge-by-Phone (800) 745-3000, local Publix grocery stores and at the Family Circle Tennis Center ticket office from Monday through Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, and on Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
We’ll see you at the shows!
More Kudos for Charleston!
Posted: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:01:27 +0000
It’s no secret that Charleston has a lot going for it – great weather, a fascinating history, a beautiful natural setting and endless options to indulge in shopping, dining, culture and art. Multiple national publications have ranked “the Holy City” as a top place to visit and live.
The latest comes from Outside magazine, which recently included Charleston among it’s list of “Favorite Small Towns” in its “America’s Best Cities” feature.
On a mission to seek out metropolitan areas that offer a “cultural vibrancy, economic well-being, and overall quality of life,” the editors had this to say about Charleston:
“Chucktown is affordable (median home price, $235,000) and small (pop. 110,000) but comes with the vitality of a metropolis, thanks to its kaleidoscopic heritage and a happening downtown. And since it sits at the confluence of the Cooper and Ashley rivers and the Atlantic Ocean, it’s also prime watersport territory: There’s sailing in the harbor, sea-kayaking through the marshes of the Intracoastal Waterway, and surfing at Folly Beach.”

Daniel Island Club’s Ron Cerrudo Ranked Among Top Ten Golf Instructors in SC
Posted: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:01:14 +0000
Golf Digest magazine’s most recent ranking of the country’s best golf instructors by state is out, and the Daniel Island Club’s Director of Instruction has landed in the top ten for South Carolina. Ballots were distributed to more than 1,000 instructors throughout the state, asking them to rank their peers on a grade-point scale from 1 to 10. This year, Ron Cerrudo is number five on the list.
Ron has been helping members and guests at the Daniel Island Club’s expansive practice facility improve their game since 2003. A two-time winner on the PGA Tour, he settled on Hilton Head Island, where he developed a successful following as a golf instructor, before coming to Daniel Island.

You can check out some of Ron’s tips and pointers right here on My Island Town, where we periodically post his insights in a series called “The Practice Range.” The latest tip – “How to Play in Wet Conditions” - was just posted today.
Congratulations, Ron!
THE PRACTICE RANGE: How to Play in Wet Conditions
Posted: Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:00:30 +0000

By Ron Cerrudo, Director of Instruction at the Daniel Island Club
We have had more than our fair share of rain this year and as a result, we often find ourselves playing golf on soggy courses. There are some compensations that must be made when playing in these conditions:
When playing out of the fairway,never try to hit the ball hard. Instead, choak down on the club grip and pick the ball up off the turf. If you try to hit the ball too hard, your feet can slip causing you to hit the ball fat, which does your clothes no good at all.
Pitching can be very difficult in these conditions, too. Instead of using the lob wedge or even the sand club, try the pitching wedge. You are less likely to stick the club in the ground.
When playing bunker shots, use the lob wedge. It has less bounce, therefore it makes it easier to get the club under the ball.
After a good rainfall, the sand becomes compacted. Take the club steeper on backswing and downswing, which will get the club under the ball instead of bouncing into the ball and blading it over the green.
Lastly, play the course from the tees that allow you to hit the greens in regulations. In this year’s U.S.Open, the U.S.G.A. moved the tees up so the contestants could reach the greens with a reasonable club. If it is a good enough for the U.S.Open, it should be good enough for you!
Good Luck!

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My Granddaughter, Kylee peeks out the door as another weekend is almost gone and now summer is almost over too!
Kids are back in school and parents begin to set their busy schedules in place. I know my younger daughter, Kaela returns to Furman University tomorrow. She spent her summer working on a research project at MUSC and also shadowing Dr. Ian Johnson, a neurosurgeon with MUSC. Dr. Johnson and his wife, Angela live here on Daniel Island. My daughter met Dr. Johnson and his wife at a neighbor's birthday party. They began to talk about my daughter's interest in becoming a physician and without hesitation, Dr. Johnson began to set the ground work for a wonderful new experience for my daughter, Kaela. I know if I did not live on Daniel Island, my daughter would not have met Dr. Johnson and may have missed the wonderful summer she had with Dr. Johnson. I know there are many many wonderful things that happen just because we live on Daniel Island and I never take that for granted. It happens for my clients and it happens for me too!
ENJOY THE END OF SUMMER!

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After a week of Daniel Island Academy being closed, my granddaughter Kylee, became quite spoiled. As I went to my mother's to pick her up, I finally realized why she was never quite ready to leave when I arrive to pick her up! What a life!

It was another busy day preparing for the weekend finalizing the end of the month reports that are now due. As I prepare my reports it gives me time to reflect on the trends happening with my clients. Today I notice that many of my clients are still searching for that deal. As we wait for the market to return I recommend to my owners that don't have to sell their home to wait. The market will come back and it is only a matter of time. I think the market is teaching us all some new spending habits that will be good habits to continue when the market does return. Enjoy the weekend! Til tomorrow

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Good morning! What a busy day scheduled for today! The sun is shining as I look out my window from my office. This morning I am preparing for clients from NY. They are flying in this morning and we will begin our tour of the island taking a nice break for lunch at the club. They have never been to Daniel Island before, but had friends that had taken a tour of the island with me a few years ago. Their friends recommended that they contact me and allow me to show them what Daniel Island is all about. They are thinking of buying a second home and I am finding that there seems to be a slight increase in that area of the housing market. I believe this is a good sign for the economy.

I will be meeting them for the first time and watching as they become excited throughout the day. Most clients that come here for the first time are so impressed by the middle of the tour, it makes my job fun and easy. I will keep you up to date on their progress.

I will also prepare for tomorrow's clients that will be here in the morning from NY as well, however they are looking for a primary home. They have school age children and therefore the tour of the island will be different for these clients.

Til Tomorrow!

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Women’s Soccer Kicks Grass on Daniel Island!

Posted: 15 Jul 2009 01:24 PM PDT

Charleston is no stranger to hosting live sporting events. We’ve got the Charleston Riverdogs, the South Carolina Stingrays and the Charleston Battery! There are also all the sporting events at the Citadel and College of Charleston, and the annual Family Circle Cup professional tennis tournament. Whatever sport gets you cheering, chances are Charleston’s got it.

But what Charleston doesn’t have is a professional women’s soccer team! So when the U.S. Women’s National Team returns to Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island on Wednesday, July 22, Lowcountry residents need to come out, show their support and check it out.

The team will take on Canada in a two-game set, the 46th and 47th all-time between the countries, with the first match taking place on Sunday, July 19, at Marina Auto Stadium in Rochester, N.Y. The team will then return to Blackbaud Stadium for the fourth time ever in a match on Wednesday, July 22. The match kicks off at 8:00 pm and will be televised live on Fox Soccer Channel and Fox Sports en Español.

In their history with Blackbaud Stadium, the USA team has not allowed a goal in the previous three wins they’ve had on Daniel Island. They last played here in 2005 in a 3-0 win over Mexico.

The match at Blackbaud Stadium will be the last domestic game for the U.S. Women’s National Team in 2009, but they are scheduled to gather for training camps and a European tour following the completion of the inaugural WPS campaign.

Call the Charleston Battery ticket hotline at 971-GOAL (4625) for more information or to purchase tickets.

Love Golf? The Nationwide Tour Championships Needs You!

Posted: 15 Jul 2009 01:18 PM PDT

Summertime is in full swing but plans are already well under way for one of Charleston’s most anticipated fall events, scheduled to take place right here on Daniel Island. The PGA TOUR’s Nationwide Tour Championship will be held at the Daniel Island Club October 19 -25, 2009. If you’re a golf lover, now is the time to make plans to participate in this exciting event as a volunteer.

The tournament is the Nationwide Tour’s final event each year, concluding the season-long competition to identify the 25 players who earn PGA TOUR cards for the following season. More than 650 volunteers are needed to staff this world-class event. Adults (ages 23+) and students (ages 12-22) are invited to volunteer for a variety of different positions, many of which do not require golf knowledge. Positions include:

• Admissions/Will Call
• Media
• Practice Range
• Transportation
• Cart Shuttles
• Office Administration
• Pro-Am
• Volunteer Services
• Caddie Services
• Operations
• Scoring Central
• Walking Scorers

Hospitality

Park

Scoring Tents/Runners

Water & Ice

Information

Player Relations

Standard Bearers

Distribution

Marshals

Player Shuttles

Television

Volunteers will receive:

• Volunteer golf shirts & golf hat
• Volunteer badge (admits volunteer all week)
• Complimentary weekly pass (admits a guest all week)
• Complimentary breakfast & lunch on scheduled work days
• Invitation to Volunteer Appreciation Party

And, as an added bonus, adults who work three full volunteer shifts will receive one complimentary round of golf at the Daniel Island Club.

The event will be broadcast live by the Golf Channel, but this is your chance to view the action up close in person as professional golf’s upcoming stars compete for their chance to advance to the PGA TOUR.

For more information about volunteering at the Nationwide Tour Championship on Daniel Island, visit www.nationwidetourchampionship.com under “Tickets and Local Event Details” or contact Alexa Devine Harnig at smudevine@aol.com or (843) 881-2532.

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Good Morning! What a nice weekend in the mountains! Dan and I had a great time hiking in NC for a few days and found some muscles that have been dormant for a while!
I returned on Sunday to the office for a full day. I had planned to keep this blog up daily and so periodically I may miss a day here and there, but that is because business is really picking up. I have not been actually sitting at my desk because there is a lot of activity right now. As I have mentioned in the past, the market does seem to be picking up. Currently my local clients have found a few homes that may very well work for them. With the opportunities to find a deal on a purchase, more buyers are coming out again. At this time I am working with 5 different buyers in various price ranges, but all are looking for a deal and have time to find that deal. They don't have to buy now and they don't have to sell a home and still have a fair amount of inventory to choose from at this time. The ball is still in the buyer's court. If you are a homeowner, I know it's sometimes frustrating to get your home ready for a showing that may only take the buyer 15 minutes or even less sometimes to walk through your home, but the buyers that are looking, are prepared to buy. Less tire kickers out there and definite buyers. So be patient with the market if you are selling and if you are buying, find that deal and go for it because this is definitely a temporary market!

This is my Blog (Wednesday )

Started off with a nice run this morning and stayed very busy with clients this afternoon. I just thought I would add some of my own comments and opinions about this fantastic restaurant that everyone is talking about! Bambu! Asian Tai food. A fun place to socialize and great food! I found ordering slowly, enjoying the appetizer, finishing it completely before ordering the next food, is the solution to avoid ending up with lots and lots of food in front of you and not enough room in your belly for all that food! Bambu is just 10 minutes from Daniel Island. Linda Ott, another Daniel Island resident and I saw several friends from Daniel Island while at Bambu. As a matter of fact I met my new neighbors there! Albert and Dina. Dina owns Salon Envy right here on Daniel Island. On Daniel Island, you will find many homeowners that own or work in the small businesses on Daniel Island. We promote the small businesses and support them by using their services. Why would I leave the island if I can stay right here to get my hair cut, my nails done, use the fitness center, buy my groceries, do my banking, and we even have medical services here as well. There truly is no place like Daniel Island with this great location!
Til the weekend! I am off to go play in the mountains for a few days!
Thanks for reading my blog!

Sunday Morning (This is my Blog)

Another beautiful Day on Daniel Island! It's always nice to start the day with a good friend and chai tea!

Sunny and warm here on Daniel Island. Today I am still working with my out of town buyers from yesterday. Sometimes a sale takes a day, sometimes a week, sometimes a month or more. With the market as it is today,our buyers are different than they were 8 months ago. They are more cautious before making their final decision and they have a lot more inventory to choose from so they can be picky about what they want in their purchase. The "Big Plus for Us" is the fact that we are on Daniel Island. There are no other self contained towns like ours or near us.

Our location to the beach, airport and Charleston all only 12 - 15 miles! Our small town with its churches and schools and medical facilities, fitness center, spas, hair salons, and more is simply unbeatable. That is what is saving us in this market!

Enjoy the rest of the day............

I will catch everyone tomorrow!

THE WEEKEND!

I started my morning with a nice 7 mile run! My running buddies are out of town so I was on my own. I went early enough to be lucky enough to watch the sunrise and as I was heading back home. It was beautiful. Cool breeze, low humidity, birds singing and so peaceful. It's my favorite time to run. As I drove to work this morning at 8:15 I saw so many people out running, walking, biking, it was amazing! I thought to myself, where else could you live and see such a cool sight? It is not uncommon for an out of town visitor to be driving on the Mark Clark Expressway and pass over Daniel Island and while looking down on this little town, their curiosity brings them to the sales center. They just want to know what is this place? I talk to them about how we began Daniel Island about 10 years ago and now we have churches, schools, a grocery store, restaurants, medical facilities and more. I take them for a tour showing them the walking paths where there are always residents walking or running and many times I take them to lunch in one of our restaurants, and that really puts them right out there with the homeowners. Usually I see one or two homeowners and we chat and it gives my new clients a peek into the life style here.
As a matter of fact, last week a couple came to Daniel Island, just to see what what was here. They did not know Daniel Island existed before last weekend. Now today, one week later, I am preparing an offer for them on a condo. They decided they would love to have a second home here. They are from Illinois and would love to have warm winters. This is the perfect setting for them. They are so excited to begin to enjoy what they saw for the first time last weekend!
So it's really the homeowners, the stores, the restaurants, churches and schools that make Daniel Island so compelling. I am always here if you are in town and want to see the island and have lunch!

Til tomorrow!