Deb Jones

I don't usually do this, but this book is the most compelling book I've read in years and I wanted to let you know about it.

"A Matter of Panache", a unique memoir written by Debra Sanders, is an adventure story that takes readers from the most remote corners of Alaska into the isolated canyon lands of southeastern Utah and onto an army post in Colorado. It is also a fascinating, sometimes shocking portrayal of some of public education's greatest triumphs and most shameful failures.

Debra Sanders spent nearly 25 years championing for the rights of children with disabilities in some of our nation's most challenging schools. An award-winning educational psychologist, Sanders was loved and respected by students, their families, the teachers who struggled to help them and the administrators who were in charge of it all. But, in 2003, Sanders was involved in a work-related auto accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury-one initially diagnosed as mild. However, Debra's head injury caused changes in her skills and her personality which were both subtle and profound, ultimately resulting in her own humiliated exit from a career that had shaped her life and that had driven her passions.

Anyone who cares about children, has been touched by the effects of injury to the brain-theirs or someone they know, anyone who has ever had to dig down and grit their teeth during times of enormous stress and/or adversity and anyone who enjoys a provocative story that makes them think and question both themselves and what goes on in our schools (and minds!) will find this a worthwhile read.

Debra Sanders is offering special bonus gifts to readers who purchase her book on Tuesday November 18, 2008. So, purchase this book from amazon.com and then proceed to Debra's website at http://www.DebraSanders.com to claim the bonus gifts.

For the lucky people out there who are my friends and family or this year's clients, you'll be receiving a FREE copy from me!

Well, this blog originally started out to be about real estate so I figured it is time to give you some residential property statistics.  The following information was taken from the Pueblo Association of Realtors Multiple List Service for residential properties sold in Pueblo West for the months indicated.  Although the figures are down slightly for this year as compared to last year, Pueblo West properties are still selling!

There are currently 396 active listings plus 56 properties pending sale.  Here is a breakdown of the price ranges currently active:

Don't hesitate to call or e-mail me if you have additional questions about properties currently for sale or if you would like a market analysis of your home.

An update on last week's blog. Right after I released the blog, I got a call back from Michelle Peulen, Public Relations specialist for Parkview Hospital. She told me the new Pueblo West medical facility will be opening on November 15. On that day, they will be hosting a flu-shot clinic. On Nov 13, from 3-7 pm, there will be a community preview of the new facility.

Don't forget, set your clocks back an hour this weekend. I sure will hate driving home in the dark after the time change. This weekend is also a good time to check your smoke alarm batteries.

For any current or former Army members who were part of the CONUS Communications Support Center (CCSC) stationed at the then Pueblo Depot Activity (now Pueblo Chemical Depot), send me an email - we are planning a reunion!

Deb

Well, we are now a 4-stoplight community. The stoplight at the intersection of Purcell and Industrial Boulevads is now in operation. This will make it so much easier to turn left out of the Safeway parking lot at "quitting time".

The stoplight is also in preparation of the opening of the Parkview Medical Facility on the Northwest corner of Purcell and Industrial. This facility is an 18,000 square foot, one-story building to be used as a 24/7 emergency and outpatient facility, including laboratory and radiology services. If construction is on schedule, it should be open before the end of the year. Right now, the landscaping is going in. For anyone who has had to pay for an ambulance ride to the hospital in Pueblo, this will be a very welcome addition to our community.

A special meeting of the Pueblo West Metro District Board of Directors will be held on Oct 21, at 6:00pm, at the metro district office. The meeting will discuss expansion of the water and wastewater treatment facilities to include proposed rate hikes. The board will be receiving public comment at this time. Get Involved!

Where I'll be this weekend:

Saturday, October 18, Fort Carson Military Retiree Appreciation day at the Special Events Center , Building 1829, Fort Carson from 7am to 12pm.

Saturday, Oct 18, Pueblo West High School 9^th Annual Crafts Sale from 9am to 4pm.

Sunday, Oct 19, Pueblo West Fire Department monthly pancake breakfast, 8am to noon.

Sunday, Oct 19, Pueblo West High School 9^th Annual Crafts Sale from noon to 4pm.

There is so much going on, I've decided to post the info on a calendar on my website home page at http://www.mypueblowest.com. Let me know if you want your event posted!

Deb