I think you would agree that there is more than enough "reality television" on the air these days. Everybody seems to have an opinion about American Idol and Simon Cowell in particular. Then, there's the dance craze competition and if you are anything like I am, you just have an affinity for a particular celebrity who is dancing rather than really knowing what it takes to earn the best score. While I am not a big fan of these type programs, I must admit I am drawn to the home makeover shows usually to watch the radical changes that take place in a den, living room, bedroom, etc. There's always a build up to that moment in time when the homeowner is revealed the results of the makeover. Do they like it, or do they not? They always scream with delight on television.

In the real world, remodeling takes more time, production, and money than what we usually see on television. But that's not to say that the process reduces our enthusiasm for engaging in a new project. On Saturday evening, December 1^st, we will celebrate our NARI of Greater Charlotte Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awards. Please attend as you will see our own version of reality on the screen. We will feature the before and after images and stories behind an entire price range of remodeling projects. Don't miss being a part of our evening of excellence as we celebrate the most competitive CotYs to date. Our NARI members represent a lot of style and savvy when it comes to the transformations of kitchens, bathrooms, garages and more. The CotYs symbolize our byline, "NARI, the trusted source in remodeling." Join us on December 1^st as we celebrate turning remodeling dreams into reality.

Bob Otto, President