A friend who used to live on Smith Street moved to Long Island a few years ago. She and her husband and two kids now live in Southhold, a lovely town on the North Fork not far from Greenport and Orient Point.

They were the brave ones who were willing to make a big change— getting out of New York City to try a different kind of life. I’ve known Claire Day for years—she is a a very special person with great creativity and  kindness. 

She is now selling real estate on this dazzling tip of Long Island. She’s the one to call if you’re interested in buying a house out there.

She sent a letter recently. In it she spoke of her 15-year old daughter’s dedication to riding her dappled gray Arabian pony and her son’s passion for hockey.

Sadly, her husband, a sucessful commercial photogarpher, has Parkinson’s Disease. "It is not easy, this betrayal of  body and mind, but B manages to find humor and humanity in the face of it. His B.S detector is still very keen and it helps us (me in particular) deal with the many trials and tribulations we’ve been facing of late."

She then goes on to state the real purpose of her letter:   

The purpose of this letter is threefold. season’s greetings (just in time for spring!). family announcements, and a shameless self-promotion.

Claire recently got her real estate license and has joined the Cenutry 21 Agawam Albertson Agency in Southold. Shortly after starting her new career as a real estate associate, the New York Times ran an article that ranked real estate the least prestigious profession in America.

"So while I cannot single-handedly persuade the doubting public of our worthiness, I can made an honest plea to you all in my "sphere of Influence." If you or anyone you know is thinking of buying or seiing real estate in the near future call on me. I am PASSIONATE about the real estate market on this dazzling tip of Long Island…

I urge you to email Claire if you’d like to explore this special part of Long Island:  cday@c21lagawamalbertson.com or call her at 917-214-0616