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Feb 18 2015

The Spring Real Estate Market is Already in BLOOM in Westfield, MA!

The weather over the past month in Western MA has been getting a lot of people down. It is difficult to stay positive when it keeps snowing and temperatures are at an all time low, but I was inspired to try to turn a positive spin on the looming snow banks in Westfield, MA!

Armed with spray bottles and food colored water, my friend Julianne Krutka and I headed out the front doors of Park Square Realty to spread a little spring cheer to the residents of Westfield, MA!

I decided to issue a challenge to the residents and business owners of Westfield to get them involved. Here is my video throwing down the gauntlet:

Within a couple of hours residents started posting their artwork:

Westfield resident Danny Nelson's artwork in the snow. — Westfield resident Danny Nelson’s artwork in the snow.

Dawn Medeiro's flowers at her picket fence in Westfield, MA — Dawn Medeiro’s flowers at her picket fence in Westfield, MA

This was a fun way to spend some time outdoors on a sunny winter day. Let me know if you get inspired to create some spring artwork in the snow!

If you want to join the Westfield Community Forum on Facebook and post your pictures THIS IS THE LINK.

Lesley Lambert, Westfield REALTOR with Park Square Realty 413-575-3611

Feb 12 2014

How Much Snow Will We Get in Western Massachusetts? Contest!

Snow bunnies of Western Massachusetts (Photo credit: LesleyLambert)

Alright my Western Massachusetts friends, it seems we are gearing up for another “snow event” on Thursday.

While I remain skeptical about how serious a storm is until it has actually begun snowing, it is interesting to watch the predictions and speculate on how much snow we may get.

In the spirit of making this next potential “snowpocalypse” a bit interesting, I have decided to run a contest.

In the comment section below, please leave your guess for how much snow we will receive in Western MA by Friday February 14th at 9am.

I will measure the snow on my back deck in Westfield, MA. The person that gets closest to my final measurement will receive a Dunkin Donuts gift card.

Rules:

ONLY guesses listed here in the comments will be counted.

ONLY my measurement for the total that will be used is my measurement

This is for fun, if you can’t have fun don’t play.

OK folks….get guessing!

ps. if you want to do a little house browsing while you are snowed in, you can search for homes for sale in Western MA here:

Lesley Lambert, Western MA REALTOR with Park Square Realty 413-575-3611

Feb 11 2011

Winter Snow Weighs Heavy in Western MA

Icicles in Westfield — Image by LesleyLambert via Flickr

I recently wrote a post with some winter home care tips that are often overlooked.

A few days later (and another snow storm) the local media started reporting lots of roof collapses in the area. Malls and schools have been closing as the weight of the snow creates dangerous conditions.

On Sunday my deck collapsed and fell off the condo. I thought with all of these extreme conditions, another reminder might be in order. My last post mentioned shoveling a path on your rear exit, but considering my situation, I would say the entire deck needs to be cleared off before you are in my same boat.

Also, roof shoveling is necessary for many homes at this time. If you have a ranch or other home with minimal pitch to the roof, you may consider having the roof cleared off. There are signs popping up in snow banks all over the place or you can call the contractor I recommend: Brian Williams at 413-364-6876.

Another issue is ice dams. Icicles from the gutters and roof line are pretty, but are also a sign of potential trouble. Ice dams can cause a lot of damage. Here are some tips on how to correct the issue that causes the icicles and ice dams.

Hang in there Western Massachusetts, old man winter won’t stay forever!

Icicles on snow bank- monster's mouth — Image by LesleyLambert via Flickr

Feb 03 2011

Winter in Western MA – Home Care Tips

We have had a legendary winter this year in Western MA and over the last few weeks have experienced storm after storm. This large amount of snowfall carries with it special home care circumstances.

This video explains a few things that you should be looking after to ensure that your home endures this extreme weather in Western Massachusetts.

Jan 12 2011

Snow day for a REALTOR in Westfield, MA

I work hard in my real estate career. Those of you who know me well can attest to that fact. I love my work, I love being a REALTOR in Westfield, I love to be busy helping people in Western Massachusetts buy and sell homes, but sometimes a day off is called for. What better reason to slow down and enjoy some R & R with your loved ones than a snow day?

Today we got a TON of snow in Western Massachusetts. I didn’t measure the snow here in Westfield, MA, but when I went outside to play in it with my daughters it was above my knees. (granted I am a short person, but still!).

I haven’t gone out in the snow to play for years. I can’t really remember the last time I did. Stepping out into that deep, fresh, powdery snow today brought memories of being 8 years old and playing in the snow from the blizzard of ’78 with my sister, Michelle.

Michelle is younger than me and I remember that she kept getting stuck in the snow. Both my girls got stuck, today, too. It was exhausting fun to trudge paths through the think snow, but I led the way with a smile on my face. Bundled up from head to toe we sled down the petite hill in our back yard, made snow angels, climbed the plow piles and just reveled in the beauty.

Here is a short video of our snow day in Westfield. I hope you enjoy and I hope you had a good day today, too!

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While I remain skeptical about how serious a storm is until it has actually begun snowing, it is interesting to watch the predictions and speculate on how much snow we may get.

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