In our lifetime, there are many "firsts". First steps, first tooth, first Christmas, first day of school, you know what I mean. As we age, those "firsts" become less common, but no less memorable.
I was a part of a "first" for a young couple a few weeks ago. I was hosting an open house and greeting guests as they entered. The young couple walked in the door and announced that this was their first open house...ever! I was delighted! If I'd had balloons, I'd have launched them and sprinkled them with confetti!
Of course, an inaugural open house isn't perhaps as exciting as a 6-year-olds first visit from the tooth fairy, but for a young couple out searching for a new home it might be close. The anticipation, excitement and joy that accompanies that experience is hard to imagine if you haven't experienced it, and hard to remember if it's been a while since you have had a "first" in your life.
The young couple wandered through the house, picked up the necessary material and went on their way. I hope their maiden voyage into the house hunting arena was positive. For me, it was a life lesson to remember the special feeling of a "first". Here's to more "firsts" in the new year!
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