Have Your Own Ranch Minutes From Town!


You can now have your farm just minutes from town! Spacious 3/2 + office with wbfp on about 7 ac., shop, and pond. This type of property doesn’t come around every day! The kitchen is very open with breakfast bar, lots of cabinets and largest breakfast room. The master bedroom features a walk-in closet. French doors going out from the kitchen to a back patio to a fenced backyard with tire swing. The pond already has a duck roost for your new baby ducks. Memories are waiting to be made at the fire pit with picnic tables. This mini-ranch is ready for a new owner!

Listing Price: 178,500
Address: 10614 CR 214
City: Tyler
State: TX
ZIP: 75707
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 1989
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Great Four Bedroom That is Move-In Ready in Flint


This home is ready for a new owner! Great floor plan that features 4/2/2 plus office/gameroom. Large living area with tall ceilings and crown molding and wbfp. Open kitchen with breakfast bar, pantry and refrigerator. Split bedroom arrangement. Master bedroom with tray ceiling and master bath that features 2 sinks, garden tub, separate shower and spacious walk-in closet. Covered back porch with extended patio and private backyard. Sprinkler system that covers the entire yard. This home is clean and nothing needs to be done!

Listing Price: 174900
Address: 10837 CR 148
City: Flint
State: TX
ZIP: 75762
MLS # (if any): 10021099
Square Feet: 1952
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Four Bedroom Gem in Lindale


Gorgeous home in The Thicket on 1 ac.! Private home on a culdesac that backs up to wooded acreage. This home is VERY well maintained on the inside and out. You’ll love the tall ceilings, crown moldings, open floor plan, fresh paint (inside & out), and all of the natural light. The living area features tile floors and a wood burning fireplace (has gas logs). Open kitchen with breakfast bar, lots of storage and the refrigerator conveys. The master bedroom features new hardwood floors and a huge master bath with 2 sinks, separate closets, jacuzzi tub, and shower. The 3 guest bedrooms are spacious with 2 of them featuring built-ins and one of them has hardwood floors. New sod in the backyard with a privacy fence and dog run that conveys. Plenty of room behind the privacy fence to have a garden. The 1 ac. lot has a sprinkler system that can be watered with the well (well has new pump and electrical system replaced). You can’t beat the price, amenities and location of this gem!

Listing Price: 255000
Address: 12840 Winding Oak
City: Lindale
State: TX
ZIP: 75771
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 2471
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Charming and Move-In Ready


Wow!!! Guaranteed, that is the word you’ll use when you step foot into this home. Every surface of this home has been updated…including stuff behind the walls. You’ll love the charm of the outside and large lot. New exterior paint, refinished hardwood floors, textured ceilings and painted, added crown molding throughout, new water heater, installed foam insulation (very energy efficient), new electrical in part of the house, and new paint in every bedroom. The living area features a remodeled fireplace. The kitchen has been totally remodeled with new cabinets, granite counters, appliances, sink, new tile floors, windows and plumbing. The bathroom also has new tile floors, new sink, toilet and wall tile. A beautiful new deck and patio was added to the large backyard. The seller has even added foundation vents and a new alarm system. You can relax on the screened in porch. This home is move-in ready!

Listing Price: 124900
Address: 518 E Rix
City: Tyler
State: TX
ZIP: 75701
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 1281
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Amazing New House Near Jack


Amazing house near Jack Elementary! Granite counters, FOAM insulation, high-end stainless appliances, tankless hot water heater, custom cabinets, crown molding, gas logs, sprinkler system, privacy fence, low-E vinyl windows, 14 seer a/c unit and more! This 3/2/2 home also features an office. This home was built with efficiency and quality in mind. You’ll enjoy low utility bills and luxury living in town at a modest price.

Come see!

Listing Price: 199900
Address: 7380 Flat Rock
City: Tyler
State: TX
ZIP: 75703
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 1993
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Great Updated Three Bedroom


Move in and start living! This home has been updated throughout. New floors in almost every room, fresh paint, new fixtures, and a/c. It’s rare to find the charm of an older home, but still maintain the openness and condition of a newer home. You’ll enjoy having 2 living areas, large kitchen with 2 pantries,
huge laundry room, plus a sunroom. All 3 bedrooms are very spacious. The bathrooms have been kept in immaculate condition. The is only the 2nd owner of this home and has been well loved throughout the years. Come see!

Listing Price: 134900
Address: 3216 Donnybrook
City: Tyler
State: TX
ZIP: 75701
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 1770
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Incredible “Healthy” Home Near Jack


Incredible home near Jack Elementary! This home was built unlike any other home in Tyler! The builder went the extra mile to make sure that all things were done to make this “healthy home” spectacular. Granite counters, stacked crown molding, stainless appliances, and custom cabinets are just the tip of the iceberg. All of the wood and carpet in the home were made with no formaldehyde. Behind the sheet rock the builder put larger than normal studs to allow for more insulation (samples in the house). The a/c is a high efficiency unit and the roof has a barrier shield to reflect the heat. This home also features a tankless hot water heater and energy star appliances. The floor plan features a split bedroom arrangement with an office/study. The master bedroom has a sitting area and private exit to the covered back porch. The gameroom upstairs is perfect for a media room or play area. You shouldn’t miss a chance to see this home!

 

Listing Price: 294,900
Address: 1303 Elk River Rd
City: Tyler
State: TX
ZIP: 75703
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 2440
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


Awesome House on 2 Acres!


Fabulous house on 2 acres. Huge kitchen with granite counters, island, and pantry. Spacious living area that opens to a large formal dining with tons of natural light. The master suite is a dream if you’re looking for privacy. The master features a massive walk-in closet and sitting area as large as another bedroom. The master bath features 2 sinks, garden tub and shower. The kids will love the gameroom! Tons of storage in the basement. You can relax in the pool and enjoy having your own wooded 2 ac.

Come see!

Listing Price: 174,900
Address: 10657 Shadow Wood Circle
City: Whitehouse
State: TX
ZIP: 75791
MLS # (if any):
Square Feet: 3244
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Basement (full, 1/2, finished, unfinished):


History of Christmas Tree Ornaments


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In A.D. 336, an early Roman calendar first mentions December 25 as the date of Jesus’ birth. This date was likely influenced by the year-end pagan festivals to celebrate the harvest. Celebrations included specially prepared meals, decorating of homes, gift-giving and singing. Gradually, pagan traditions became a part of the Christian celebrations. Most Christmas traditions such as the Christmas tree and ornaments came from central Europe. The earliest German Christmas trees were decorated with food; apples, onions, pears, nuts, candies, and fruits were placed on a tree.

In the 1800s, glass ornaments were first made in the Lauscha, Germany. This cottage industry involved the entire family. Generally, men did the glassblowing, women did the silvering and the children helped to paint and finish them. These beautiful new glass ornaments began to replace edible decorations.

In Victorian times, Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, a German, brought the tradition from Germany to his new home in England. Soon all of England was in on it.

In the 1840s, Europeans immigrating to North America brought with them their Christmas traditions. Prior to that time, Christmas was not widely celebrated in North America. As society became more prosperous, ornaments became larger in size and the colors become more vibrant to reflect the new wealth.

F.W. Woolworth was the first North American retailer to sell glass ornaments. The story goes that he was not too sure about this new product line. However, Woolworth changed his mind by 1890 when he was selling $25 million worth of ornaments in his five-and-dime stores.

Until 1925, virtually all hand blown glass ornaments were manufactured in Lauscha, Germany. By 1935, more then 250 million Christmas ornaments were being imported to the United States. After WWII, the Lauscha area became a part of East Germany. Many glassblowers fled to West Germany and the industry declined. Around this time, Japan and Czechoslovakia began producing ornaments for the North American market

In the 1960′s, glass ornaments went out of fashion when the aluminum tree adorned with ornaments of similar shape and color became the rage. Many traditional ornaments were thrown away during this period.

What to Look for in Antique Ornaments

If you’re lucky enough to still have any vintage ornaments, hang on to them.

How to tell vintage versus new. Earlier ornaments were smaller than today’s modern ornaments. They were usually done in soft colors with hand painted details. You’ll notice that the paint may be faded or distressed in areas on vintage ornaments.

Hand blown versus machine made. Remove the stem from the base of the ornament. Ornaments that are hand blown will have an uneven base because the glass blower cannot make a clean break. Modern machine made ornaments will have a smooth even base.

Where to find vintage ornaments. Ebay, flea markets, church sales and garage sales are all good hunting grounds for vintage ornaments.

Prices

Prices can vary from $2 – $200 depending on the ornament and where you buy it.

Symbolism

Fruit and vegetable shapes symbolize the harvest.

Birds represent the biblical messengers that bring God’s love and peace to the world. Birds were also symbolic of good luck and good fortune.

Pickle shapes signify luck.

Fish shape is an early Christian symbol for Christ.

Reflectors ornaments (ornaments with geometric concave indentations) during Victorian times, were often called witches eyes and were placed on the Christmas tree to fend off any evil spirits.

Star shapes represent the Star of Bethlehem.

 

–Article taken from EZinarticles.com


Congratulations!!


Congratulations to Leslie Lindsey of Mabank! She’s the winner of the $100 Target gift card!!

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