My “Favorite Aquarium Things” Can’t Wait for the MB Aquarium to Open!

A Fun Parody of “My Favorite Things” with an Aquarium Theme

When the Monterey Bay Aquarium closed in March 2020, as a Volunteer Monterey Bay Aquarium Guide, I was so disappointed.  My Thursday afternoon volunteer gig was the highlight of my week!

I can’t wait until we open soon!

The Aquarium staff thought they would have a little fun and created this delightful parody sung to the tune of “My Favorite Things” from the Sound of Music – only it’s “My Favorite Aquarium Things”!

Just click and give a listen, you’ll love it!

“My Favorite Aquarium Things”

Monterey Bay Aquarium Tide Pool

Song lyrics

Squids that are giant 
— or common or bigfin
Hand-feeding sharks with a neoprene mitten

Avocets, penguins and albatross wings
These are our favorite Aquarium things

Sardines and anchovies — oodles and oodles
Octopus poop that
looks like one long noodle

Bat rays that swim with a flap of their wings
These are our favorite Aquarium things

Dolphinfish darting with colorful flashes
Sea otters diving and making big splashes

Delicate drifters and creatures that sting
These are our favorite Aquarium things

When the Zoom fails
When you’re muted
When the WiFi’s bad

We simply remember Aquarium things
And then we don’t feel so sad

A Mola mola that looks like a frisbee
Kelp Forests swaying and making you dizzy 

Sea stars with tube feet that help them to cling
These are our favorite Aquarium things!

 

1913 Luxury By The Sea ~ Carmel ~Pebble Beach ~ Monterey Peninsula

From Susan Clark of Carmel Realty Company

Hi ~ thanks for stopping in to view our new array of Luxury Homes for Sale.  If you see anything that peaks your interest, call me!  I’d love to discuss your future goals, dreams and desires.

 

Our newest edition of 1913 Luxury By The Sea is “hot off the presses” and  out on news stands! Inside we highlight just a few of the amazing things people can enjoy while living on the Monterey Peninsula from golf, surfing, easy access to the outdoors, and some of our favorite dining varieties.

Click on link to enjoy our beautiful magazine full of Luxury Homes for Sale

1913 Luxury By The Sea

 

Susan Clark, realtor, Carmel Realty Company

Give me a call for all of your real estate needs! Talk to you soon! 831-320-6801

 

 

 

Real Estate on the Monterey Peninsula ~ Looking back on 2020

 

2020 Annual Report ~ Real Estate on the Monterey Peninsula

Susan Clark, realtor, Carmel Realty Company

Message from Susan – Click below

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It’s a New Dawn, a New Day, and a new 2021!

       Annual Report ~ 2020 Real Estate on the Monterey Peninsula

As realtors we always look back at the end of the year in preparation for going forward.  As I am sure none of you need to be reminded, 2020 was  unprecedented.  With a global COVID pandemic raging, along with social and political unrest, the country had its “hands full”.  Locally here in March stay-at-home orders were mandated and real estate came to a screeching halt for the next couple of months.  As realtors we adapted to the “No Showings” order by using additional video, virtual tours, Matterport 3- D tours and extensive Social Media. Out of necessity we found additional means to showcase our sellers’ properties.

When the order was lifted for essential services in May, showings by appointment only were allowed with buyers wearing booties, masks, and rubber gloves.  We did everything possible to keep everyone safe.  The pent up demand took off and the local real estate market experienced a major surge in business.  All 9 markets my company tracks had a significant increase in demand with multiple offers becoming the norm when properties would come on the market.  Our annual report is attached. The statistics and commentary tell this story – each market a little different, but all showing significant increases. I encourage you to take a look.

What’s in store now is everyone’s question. In my view, it’s a new dawn, a new day, and a new 2021! I’m very optimistic.  Yes, January has begun slower than we’d like and there is still a stay-at-home order in place, but interest rates are still low and the country is making strides on getting people vaccinated for Covid.  The new Administration is making this a top priority and there is an additional stimulus bill on the horizon.  The silver lining of the pandemic may be that many of our buyers have found they can live on the Monterey Peninsula and work remotely increasing the number of full time families in our community.

If you seek to explore new changes in your life real estate-wise, I’m here to assist in any way I can. Call me to talk or just say hello.  I love hearing from my clients and friends.

Just Listed! 1222 Shafter, 3BR/2BA Offered at $1,000,000

Just Listed!  1222 Shafter, Pacific Grove, 3BR/2BA

Offered at $1,000,000 ~ Showing by Appointment

 

Just Listed ~Pacific Grove Charmer

Just Listed!

1222 Shafter Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950                               Offered at $1,000,000

Call Susan  to make an appointment to see this lovely home.         831-320-6801

1222 Shafter, Pacific Grove

The charming seaside town of Pacific Grove is attracting many new residents, second home owners, and visitors for many reasons. Boasting the most beautiful coastline on the Monterey Peninsula, its natural beauty has no equal.  

Spring time in Pacific Grove showcases the “Pink Carpet”!

America’s Last Home Town as it is sometimes called, also has a “down home” community feel where you know your neighbors and shopkeepers by name and you are greeted when you arrive at your favorite restaurant.

Enjoying a nice breakfast at Victorian Corner.

For those who love the ocean, the marine life is amazing.  Right off the coastline of Pacific Grove is a section of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the largest marine sanctuary in the US. 

Recreation Trail follows the coastline. Outside enthusiasts enjoy biking, walking, skating, and riding the surreys.

From the Recreation Trail which runs along the coast, you can spot whales as they migrate, Harbor seals as they give birth in the spring,

Harbor seals with their newborn pups.

and a multitude of seabirds, fishes, and invertebrates, if you like to observe the tide pools. Just don’t remove any animals – it is a sanctuary! The Monterey Bay Aquarium features an underwater view of the Bay which attracts visitors from all over the world and inspires the conservation of our oceans.

The Giant Pacific Octopus in the Monterey Bay Aquarium

 Since it is such an idyllic place, real estate values have skyrocketed in the last 10 years.  Never quite as well known as its neighboring towns like Carmel and Monterey, Pacific Grove always kept a slightly lower profile. No more.  As soon as a home is listed for sale, it is purchased by an eager buyer wanting to be a part of this dream place.

Welcome, come on in! 1222 Shafter Avenue, Pacific Grove offered at $1,000,000

If you are hoping to become a Pagrovian (a resident of PG) I have a wonderful new listing you should see at 1222 Shafter, Pacific Grove offered at $1,000,000.  Charming and delightful, this bright and light three bedroom, two bath home is perfect as an entrance into the Pacific Grove lifestyle.

Striking living room with gas fireplace.
1222 Shafter
Lovely open floor plan featuring an updated kitchen, hardwood floors, and a gas fireplace.
Updated kitchen

Master bedroom suite opens onto rear yard.
Guest room
Second guest room
Back patio and yard.
Charming sitting area in side yard
Front patio and garden

For more information, call Susan with your questions for a private showing.  All showings are by appointment only.

Susan Clark, Carmel Realty Company

Susan Clark, Carmel Realty Company

Call me at 831-320-6801

For more information about this lovely home or real estate on the Monterey Peninsula.

 

 

 

 

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