I just came back from the Italian Consulate in Chicago, where my brother, sister, and I applied to become Italian Citizens. The reason we had this opportunity is a little complicated to try to explain here. But it has to do with my Great Grandparents not considered Italian Citizens around World War One. Their culture was Italian. Their language was Italian. But they were considered to be in part of Austria, and therefore, Austrian Subjects. Recently, to benefit their descendants, the Italian government has offered us the ability to become Italian citizens, along with our children, and their future descendants. It will take three months to three years for the process to be complete. I am very honored to be a part of this opportunity!
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Nick Nolte Should Have Stuck With Me!
A few years ago when I was 24, (so lets say six years ago?) I met Nick Nolte at a party.
He was so dreamy. I could look into those handsome eyes all night long. We talked a little about home life and friends. I think my meeting him left such a wonderful impression on him. I know it sure did me. I left that party on cloud nine. I have always been able to picture those handsome eyes perfectly in my head.
I must have really touched him because from that point on he has never quite been the same…
I think if he would have stuck with me at least he would have had a better chance for this…
Oh well Nick. You had your chance…
Virginia Lord
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Strange House
I found a few pictures of some other strange houses.
This first one looks as if it is made up of cargo containers. I would be afraid to stand so close to the windows or put any heavy furniture in that room. I also would have built it right on the edge of the water so the top would hang right over the water.
This next house is very precariously placed. I would hate to be sleep-walking around the yard. I think it would be cool to have transparent floors so you could watch the boats go by.
Virginia Lord
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Fun things to do in Minneapolis
There are so many fun activities to do in the twin-cities in the summer. I hope everyone was able to get out and enjoy the fireworks over the fourth. On Sat and Sun at 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm South of the Broadway Bridge, near 17th Avenue on West River Parkway The Twin Cities River Rats Water Ski Show Team will perform free, hour-long water ski shows on the Mississippi River on Saturday, July 18th and Sunday, July 19th, at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM each day.
This is a great event for budget conscious families.
Don’t forget, the Minneapolis Aquatennial is fast approaching as well.
I am working on my milk-carton boat as we speak. Ok, that’s not true, but I do like to get out and see all the creative entries! Another must-see event for the twin-cities enthusiasts.
On Sat July 25th is the big fireworks show. This is the best display of fireworks you will see all year! It is the largest annual fireworks show west of the Mississippi River, and the fourth largest annual fireworks show in the United States! So if you like loud booms and bright lights, get out there and check it out!
Virginia Lord
Raising the Bar in Real Estate
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When will the ice be off Lake Minnetonka? Ice melting off a lake means spring and melts away spring fever.
Everyone is anxious for the ice to be off the lake. We live in an area where we get cabin fever at this time of the year and we just can’t wait for one of the first signs of spring; the ice totally melting off the lake. 
Many people try to predict the exact date, people have “Ice Off” parties, and the winter blaas just seem to melt away along with the ice!
It is tax time. Deductions, exclusions, rebates, expenses, can I just get an extension?
- I’m over my head. It’s tax time!
So I’m starting my taxes and it’s a little overwhelming. When you have your own business, and when you are your own business, it seems to take a long time to go through all the paperwork to get your taxes to the accountant. I think I will just go take a nap!
Do you want to move off the lake…
If you want to move off the lake, it is easier to just move yourself, not your house too!
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The phone is starting to ring again
The phone is starting to ring again. For a few months, I felt like the Matag repair man. I couldn’t figure out why my phone wasn’t ringing. Were there no sellers or buyers out there that needed my help? I just couldn’t figure it out. Then, last month, my phone started to ring again. Sellers were talking about wanting to listen to me about price. Buyers were thinking the bottom was here, or at least near, and they wanted in. I am “back in the saddle again.” Yea!! Spring has indeed Sprung!!
Strange House of the Day
I love this one! Its a museum turned upside-down. It looks as if some giant monster picked this building up and dropped it on its head. What a great idea.
This place is called wonderworks and its located in orlando florida. You can see a complete animation of the house being “placed” at the wonderworks website.
This is a really great example of some amazing architecture. What an incredible attraction! I hope to visit someday.
Virginia Lord
Raising the Bar in Real Estate
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Spasso Restaurant in Minnetonka, Minnesota
Spasso is at 17523 Minnetonka Blvd. Minnetonka, phone number; 952-224-9555.
Open for lunch and dinner.
You have to have a meal here! My husband and I wanted to go some where nice for our anniversary. We decided to check out the new Italian restaurant in town.
We called and they said they do not take reservations for small groups. So we went at 6:00 p.m. and we got a table right away. We enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. As the waitperson pointed out, the menu has a lot of choices, from New York Strip to Mac and Cheese. So, it’s great for the whole family! My husband ordered the Walleye and said it was good. I had the Salmon and it was very tasty. We split a pear bread pudding and it hit the spot.
The service was prompt and polite. We decided Spasso was similar to the restaurants in the downtown warehouse district with it’s tall exposed ceiling, stamped concrete floors, (and a little bit noisy.) When we first arrived, at about 6:00 p.m., the bar was empty, and at 6:30 p.m. it was full of people waiting for their table.
We haven’t gone out alone for a long time, just the two of us. So, wouldn’t you know, as soon as we walked in the door we saw our neighbors/best friends. My husband and I sat next to the kitchen and our friends happened to be at another part of the restaurant. I asked them to comment on their food.
One person had the Florentine Panini which they said was very good and could be improved with a side sauce; one adult had the Chop Chop salad and the Mediterranean Fettuccini, which was good but the lemon flavor overpowered the other flavors; another friend had the bacon and white cheddar burger which was perfect; and other had the Ceasar salad which was extremely good; the sausage pizza was excellent and the mac and cheese was as good as home cooked.
We ran into another old Friend of mine and we had a few laughs. So, to make a long story a little shorter, I would say, Spasso is absolutely the place to go, to see and be seen, in the Lake Minnetonka area! You will love it.
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