<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Pour Over]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your trusted guide to real estate and life, one pour over at a time.]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/my-blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 02:53:34 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Reflections: What Grew and What Didn’t This Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every spring, I get excited about the idea of having a garden. I picture fresh herbs growing outside, vegetables ready to pick, and those quiet moments spent watering plants at the end of the day. And then life happens. This year, my garden plans never really got off the ground. Between work, a busy schedule, and all the other things that fill our days, planting a garden ended up on the list of things I wanted to do but never quite got around to. And honestly? I think there’s a lesson in that...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/garden-reflections-what-grew-and-what-didn-t-this-year</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a566d8bf5ac96cf0fd4f25f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de25ddca422c497a8e6b02611a7083c6.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Quiet Saturdays at Home Are Underrated]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something special about a quiet Saturday at home. For a lot of people, Saturday is the first chance all week to slow down. After five busy days of work, meetings, school schedules, errands, and everything else life brings, having a day with fewer commitments can feel like a reset. Now, I’ll be honest, Saturdays for us usually don’t look quite like that. Real estate has a way of keeping things busy. Between open houses, showings, and helping clients make big decisions, our weekends are...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/why-quiet-saturdays-at-home-are-underrated</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a566c7d9b48710c8ef3485a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:00:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_2ed0811ce9cd4c57a73c65ffad8f7ac5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back-to-School Energy: Resetting Your Home and Your Space]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something about the back-to-school season that feels like a fresh start. Even if you don’t have kids in school, there’s a shift that happens this time of year. Summer routines start to slow down. Schedules become a little more structured. And many of us start thinking, “Maybe it’s time to get things a little more organized.” I love the idea of a seasonal reset because it’s not about creating a perfect home. It’s about creating a home that supports the season of life you’re in. A reset...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/back-to-school-energy-resetting-your-home-and-your-space</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a566a995e603ccfb32f64bb</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_e6c687ff4bff44b7b7e4a35133108b58~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Fall a Good Time to Buy or Sell a Home?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every year, as summer comes to an end, I start hearing the same question. “Is fall a good time to buy or sell a home?” The short answer? It depends. There isn’t one perfect season that works for everyone. The best time to make a move depends on your goals, your timeline, your financial situation, and what’s happening in the market. But fall does bring some unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers. The reality of the fall market. Fall is usually a little different than the busy spring...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/is-fall-a-good-time-to-buy-or-sell-a-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a56693c5c0b44b4bb710499</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6350612d3779427971336f~mv2_d_7360_4912_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late Summer Evenings and the Power of Slowing Down]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something about late summer evenings that makes you want to slow down. The days are still warm, but the evenings start to feel a little different. The sun stays out longer. The air feels a little softer. There’s a quiet reminder that seasons change and moments don’t last forever. I think that’s part of what makes this time of year so special. It encourages us to pay attention. Learning to slow down. Life has a funny way of always feeling busy. There’s always another task to finish,...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/late-summer-evenings-and-the-power-of-slowing-down</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a56658b86507463728227cd</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_386336655334336971316f~mv2_d_5472_3648_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Routine and Joy: What My Goldendoodle Teaches Me Every Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some days, life feels like it moves a hundred miles an hour. There are emails to answer, appointments to get to, errands to run, and a never-ending list of things that need to be done. And then there’s August. My Goldendoodle has a way of reminding me to slow down and pay attention to the little things. He doesn't care how busy the day is. He still wants his morning walk. He still wants to play. He still wants to be near us. And honestly, I think there’s something we can all learn from that....]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/routine-and-joy-what-my-goldendoodle-teaches-me-every-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a56646bf5ac96cf0fd4dd0d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:00:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de6b51_60763a0a98e24739aa4cd30667a6856c~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Rooms You Actually Live In: How to Prioritize Space]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people start looking for a home, one of the first questions they ask is, “How many square feet is it?” It's a fair question. But after helping buyers tour a lot of homes, I've noticed something interesting. Most families spend the majority of their time in just a handful of rooms. The kitchen. The living room. The primary bedroom. Maybe a home office if they work from home. Meanwhile, there are formal dining rooms that only get used twice a year and guest bedrooms that sit empty most of...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/the-rooms-you-actually-live-in-how-to-prioritize-space</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5663249b48710c8ef3320d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_64a73656500a4bff8414e9a6a3e9662d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Makes a House Feel Like Home (It’s Not Square Footage)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever been house hunting, you've probably caught yourself saying things like, “I need at least 2,500 square feet,” or “I want an open floor plan,” or “I need four bedrooms.” And don't get me wrong. Those things matter. The layout has to work for your life. You want enough space to spread out, host family, or maybe finally have that home office you've always wanted. But after walking through hundreds of homes over the last few years, I've realized something. The homes people remember...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/what-makes-a-house-feel-like-home-it-s-not-square-footage</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5661cdaa2c7341eb4b2e2c</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_7b1afe7560a848eaa98ed0c4ebed4823~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Perspective Changes as Life Moves Along]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most interesting parts of life is realizing how much your perspective changes over time. Things that once felt so important don’t always carry the same weight. And the things you didn’t think much about become the things you appreciate the most. I’ve noticed that through each season of life, I’ve learned something new about what matters. When I moved to Utah almost 13 years ago, I had no idea how much life would change. I started in Orem, then moved to Salt Lake, and now we’re in...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/how-perspective-changes-as-life-moves-along</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32e679ce85b49c3c4de8f0</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:00:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8c00f80152784da3badf7f1dc0a33176.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lessons From My Garden About Patience and Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've read some of my other blog posts, you know I'm not exactly a gardening expert. Last year had a few wins, but it also had plenty of plants that didn't grow the way I hoped. Some struggled. Some never really got started. And some taught me that gardening involves a lot more patience than I naturally have. But maybe that's why I keep coming back to it. One of the biggest lessons gardening has taught me is that growth takes time. You can plant the seeds, water consistently, and do...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/lessons-from-my-garden-about-patience-and-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32e56038520286278e8fda</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c7d467747fe142678ffdc91960ea0f60.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Myth of the Perfect Time to Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever thought about moving, chances are you've asked yourself some version of this question: "Should I wait?" Maybe you're waiting for interest rates to change. Maybe you're hoping more homes will hit the market. Maybe you're waiting for prices to come down, your schedule to calm down, or life to feel a little more certain. And honestly, that makes sense. Moving is a big decision. Most people want to feel confident they're making it at the "right" time. But after working with buyers...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/the-myth-of-the-perfect-time-to-move</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32e427ce85b49c3c4de332</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_c8c724413793453d8752130fe01e36b2~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Utah Real Estate Market Update 2026: What Buyers and Sellers Should Know Midyear]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we reach the middle of the year, a lot of people start asking the same questions: "Did I miss the best time to buy?" "Should I wait until fall to sell?" "Is the market slowing down or speeding up?" If you've been wondering about your next move, you're not alone. The middle of the year is a great time to pause, look at what's happening in the market, and make a plan for the months ahead. Whether you're thinking about buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the market, understanding...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/utah-real-estate-market-update-2026-what-buyers-and-sellers-should-know-midyear</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32e1e0cf81212a9feba8a9</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_3331a6dcc4654a7b973491d57b7defeb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Day We Met: A Simple Beginning]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s funny how some of the biggest moments in life don’t always feel like big moments when they’re happening. There wasn’t some dramatic movie moment. No feeling that I had just met someone who would completely change my life. It was just a birthday party. Ryan and I met on July 4th, 2022, at his niece’s birthday party. I didn’t really know many people there, so I was kind of just figuring out where I fit in. And then I started talking with Ryan. What I remember most is that it felt easy. He...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/the-day-we-met-a-simple-beginning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a32e7efa0be590c66dbcc9d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_34463442386f684c4d5830~mv2_d_2716_1986_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Working With Your Spouse in Real Estate: Lessons From Our Partnership]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people hear that Ryan and I work together in real estate, the reaction is usually one of two things. “That’s amazing.” Or… “Wait, how do you not kill each other?” And honestly, I get both reactions. Working with your spouse can be really rewarding, but it also takes intentional communication, patience, and a willingness to figure things out as you go. There are a lot of good parts to it. But there are definitely challenges too. The Biggest Benefit Is Understanding Each Other’s World One...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/working-with-your-spouse-in-real-estate-lessons-from-our-partnership</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04d6f24c277d8732aeb010</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de6b51_3d41fcb80d2e490b90ba8e6a082237a6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Life With a Goldendoodle: Joy, Chaos, and Routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[I don’t think anyone fully prepares you for how much life changes when you get a dog. Especially a Goldendoodle. August's first bath - July 2024 Before August, I imagined the fun parts. The walks, the cuddles, the cute photos, the happy dog greeting you at the door. And all of that is true. But what I didn’t fully realize was how much a dog changes the rhythm of your everyday life. In a good way. Mostly. Because life with a Goldendoodle is equal parts joy, chaos, entertainment, and routine....]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/life-with-a-goldendoodle-joy-chaos-and-routine</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04d4e32fe6e98eed480def</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/de6b51_50930084390f4192b2d59239f164f964~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_768,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Make Your Home Feel Lighter and Brighter for Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something about this time of year in Utah that makes you want your home to breathe a little more. The days get longer. The evenings stay light later than you expect. And even though the afternoons start getting hot, the nights still cool down enough to open the windows and let fresh air move through the house. It naturally makes you want your space to feel lighter, calmer, and less heavy after a long winter and spring. The good news is, you don’t need a full renovation to make that...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/how-to-make-your-home-feel-lighter-and-brighter-for-summer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04d1022fe6e98eed4807c3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f835552ac52e4bfe81692597eb4151ea~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should You Buy First or Sell First? A Practical Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the biggest questions homeowners ask when they’re thinking about moving is this: should we buy first or sell first? And honestly, there’s not one perfect answer for everyone. It depends on finances, timing, the market, and honestly, your stress tolerance too. Some people love having a plan fully locked in before making a move. Others would rather take the risk of juggling two transactions at once than feel rushed into finding a home. Both options have pros and cons. The key is...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/should-you-buy-first-or-sell-first-a-practical-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a04cf267848442a572fb67b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_20394dc228ce41139c762c6a65a98efb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baking as a Reset: Finding Calm in the Chaos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some days just feel loud. Too many tabs open. Too many things to do. Your brain keeps jumping from one thing to the next, and it’s hard to slow it down. That’s usually when I end up in the kitchen. Not to make anything complicated. Just something simple. Banana bread. Cookies. Muffins. Something where I can follow a few steps and not think too much. Baking feels like a reset. It forces you to slow down. You can’t rush measuring. You can’t skip steps and expect it to turn out the same. You...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/baking-as-a-reset-finding-calm-in-the-chaos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69df9853fe6e9d8715cd11c8</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8e055e45c840418c8af15527a321e216.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Consistency Beats Motivation: Lessons From My Peloton Routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[I used to think I needed to feel motivated to work out. Like I had to wake up energized, excited, ready to go. And if I didn’t feel that way, I’d skip it and tell myself I’d “get back on track tomorrow.” Tomorrow turned into a lot of missed days. That changed when I got into a routine with Peloton. Not because I suddenly felt more motivated. Honestly, it was the opposite. I just stopped relying on motivation at all. I started really using it during Covid, when most gyms were closed and...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/why-consistency-beats-motivation-lessons-from-my-peloton-routine</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69df972cdd5b371c4c5b6f24</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6f5fc7dfd2924dcdb58461243ab81bd2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planting Roots: Gardening and Creating a Home That Grows With You]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something about planting a garden that makes a place feel like home. It’s not just about flowers or vegetables. It’s about choosing to stay. To invest time. To care for something that won’t show results overnight. That’s a lot like homeownership. When you first move into a home, everything feels new. Sometimes a little empty. You’re figuring out where things go, what works, what doesn’t. A garden starts the same way. Bare soil, a few ideas, and a lot of patience. But over time, things...]]></description><link>https://carlykonen.wixsite.com/the-pour-over/post/planting-roots-gardening-and-creating-a-home-that-grows-with-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69df962347c3def1ffefc014</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ce01f31267b02b72581a6d5fa8701743.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_667,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>carlyguidry</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>