If you don't get in enough walking on Downtown Southport, Inc.'s Home Sweet Home Kitchens Tour this Sunday, June 7th, from 2-6pm, then you may want to plan to take advantage of other Southport walks that are quite fun and with no admission charge. Take the Southport Historical Society's Southport Trail self guided walking tour through the Historic District and also enjoy Riverwalk, meandering by the Cape Fear River, Waterfront Park, and the Intracoastal Waterway to the Southport Marina.    Wednesday's are market days on the Garrison lawn seasonally, and be sure to take in the NC Maritime Museum at Southport which reflects the vast nautical history of Southport.  Waterfront movies are also shown during the summer months, get a schedule from the Southport Visitor's Center. 06/06/2009

Well, Another week has ended and I am seeing more activty that I have all year. This week, I have written one contract, had an agent to bring me another contract, and sent closing papers to the attorney and listed 2 houses on Oak Island.  That is pretty good for this week.  If this could just happen every week, I may be able to live. Hope that you are experiencing the much needed activity too. Take care and know I care. Ginger   06/05/2009

Betty Johnson is a good friend and associate that works with me at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty in Southport, North Carolina.  Betty celebrated her 70th Birthday today.  Being the singer in the office...I  checked to see if their were any customers in the office. ( this was early) when told that there were none....I sang Happy Birthday to Betty on the office Page... This was a highlight  of her day. Glad that I could make that happen..   Ginger of Southport 06/04/2009

The influx of volunteers that cherish our  lifestyle has provento be a tremendous benefit to Southport's citizens and to the surrounding communities.  Numerous organizations owe their energy to this diversified resource.  The Southport Historical Society,  Volunteer Fire Departments of St James Plantation, Oak Island, Boiling Spring Lakes, Southport, numerous volunteer Rescue Squads,  Sea Notes Choral Society, State II Productions, Brunswick Little Theatre, Brunswick Concert Band, Associated Artists of Southport, Knights of Columbus, Southport Lions Club, Rotary Club of Southport, Brunswick County Communities in Schools, Downtown Southport, Inc., Southport-Oak Island Chamber of Commerce, Civitan Club, Kiwanis Club, Dosher Hospital volunteers, the Sail & Power Squadron, and many other or... 06/04/2009

The local charity drive for the Muscular Dystrophy Association was a great success!  They were still counting but when I left they had collected over $25,000.  I want to thank sales associates Tom Griffin, Sandy Hall, Kay Jolliff and Brooke Rudd for donating their time and resources to volunteering in this fundraiser.  Margaret Rudd &  Associates CFO George Brake also did great duty by driving the whole day.  They have handcuffs, warrants, places for photos as jailbirds, donated food, and a room where telephone solicitations can go on for last minute pledges.  Several used the internet site to get their contributions.  Isn't technology great!  I had the pleasure of picking up volunteers from St James Plantation, Boiling Spring Lakes, Southport, and Oak Island.  Transportation home was a... 06/03/2009

Wow....On Duty! I am just not used to this.  I usually have too much to do but today...I volunteered. The first time the phone rang...I just about jumped out of my skin.  Then remembered that I must be  the  one to answer it and  put the call through  to the agent. Guess what....the call was from  me. I love it.   Take care, Ginger 06/03/2009

It has been a long time since I have had Opportunity time.  We find ourselves a bit short with illness and accidents.  Therefore, I am on Duty today. I suppose that all of us should know what to do in case of emergencies like this so I am getting my training right now. Thought I would share good thoughts with you. Ginger of Southport 06/03/2009

Just finished doing 2 BPO's and getting them emailed to the originator.  What great fun.  I find that doing these keep my skill sharp for our local market. I enjoy the challenge of getting comparable sale together and then looking at what the competiion for this piece of proepty is going to be. Do you have a lot of these in your area?  I would lke to do more. Share with me if you will Take care, Ginger of Southport 06/02/2009

Be sure to go to the Southport Waterfront Market tomorrow, Wednesday, and every Wednesday until Thanksgiving, from 8am-1pm at the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn.  Home made baked goods are generally available, crafts, and wonderful farm fresh produce.  This is sponsored by Downtown Southport, Inc. 06/02/2009

Tennis is a very popular activity in St James Plantation, according to my friends, the Ammanns. who live there and love the game.  Thematches are generally set up by skill levels, so you usually play against someone at the same skill level or at least close.  One of my friends is a 3.5 and the other a 4.0.  I don't play the game, but I always enjoy hearing about their matches.  The sport is so popular out there that they have spectators for certain matches.  I guess the spectators are checking out the competition!  So if you think all the retirement activity in Brunswick County is golf you need to think again! 06/01/2009

I am a member of the Sea Notes Choral Society in Southport.  We perform 3 times a year and do great concerts that is enjoyed by all. On the 4th of July we will be doing a concert of patriotic music.  WE have the official 4th of july parade for the state of North Carolina. If you should be close by during the 4th ....come on by and enjoy it all   Ginger of Southport   06/01/2009

One of the best deals in town is the opportunity to ride the Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry across the Cape Fear River.  You can walk on, drive on, or take your bicycle, then enjoy the breezes and views. The ferry runs year round but check their schedule by calling their local number,  (910) 457-6942, or Call 1-800-By Ferry.  Visit the North Carolina Aquarium and Fort Fisher Civil War Museum while on the other side. 06/01/2009

A dear friend and associate of mine, fell off of her horse yesterday.  It was a big horse that has some Clydesdale blood in it. Her horse was spooked and she fell off.  From the fall, she sustained a broken back and will have surgery tomorrow.  So keep her in your prayers. WE are in great hopes that all will go well and she will be able to conduct business at home as she heals.   Have a great day, Ginger of Southport 05/31/2009

Today was a glorious Sunday that we spend with our children and grandchildren.  After church, we dined on a Sunday Dinner that consisted of nice Roast Beef, Rice and Gravy, Field peas, butter beans, stewed squash and onions, ice tea and topped off by homemade Peach Ice cream. Hope that you spent a wonderful day with you family also. Take care, Ginger of Southport 05/31/2009

Bicycling is a great activity in Boiling Spring Lakes.  It has lightly traveled paved roads available for the avid road cyclist as well as the beach cruiser variety.  Ride with the Brunswick Pedalers on one of their organized rides.  Be sure to bring your required helmet to participate with this dedicated group. 05/31/2009

Today was a family day.  First event was soccer for our 7 year old grandchild.  It is so much fun seeing the young ones learning life skills on a soccer field.  That is what we saw today.  When you are behind....you work hard to do the right things and to pull together as a team to make it work.  We saw that happen today. Then  to the pool to cool off.  What a great day. Hope your day was great too.. Ginger 05/30/2009

What an exciting day! I went shopping for the Birthday Party of our little princess, Marissa.  She is the most delightful child who makes us all smile all the time.  Never a bad moment.  I surely hope that this sweetness continues for the rest of her life because she is a joy to us and to those around her. Tonight we will have a cook out with family and friends and celebrate God's Gift to us. Take care, Ginger of Southport 05/28/2009

Grand Child is having her 1st Birthday today..  She is a precious little thing that was born at home one year ago today.  No time to get to the hospital. We will be celebrating with her tonight in her home with a cookout and all of the fixins'. Neighbors and extended family will be with us to celebrate the birth of this precious little one.   Hope your days are good too. Ginger Harper of Southport 05/28/2009

Today is another glorious day in Southport~Oak Island area of North Carolina. We have temps in the upper 80's..and clear blue skies. One needs to be on the beach front...catching some rays..or fish one. Hope that you love where you live too. It is a great day here. Ginger of Southport.. 05/27/2009

Today I had a successful Open House in Boiling Spring Lakes NC. Another agent and I chose 4 of our home to hold open. She provided the Pizza and Salad and I provided the desserts and coffee. We had about 17 folks to come and see these houses. Anytime you can get an agent into a house that you have listed, is good. They can go back to their office and look thru their client list and come up with a buyer. Great Day to YOU today. Ginger of Southport 05/27/2009