Portland Rocks Newsletter

Are You a Re-Gifter?

So here is the new mailbag question of the week:

 

 

Have you ever re-gifted?  If so, what?

 

 

If you wish to remain anonymous--please let me know.

 

DEADLINE:

Please respond no later than, Saturday- December 06, 2008...

Just in Time for Thanksgiving!

What is Your Favorite Thanksgiving Memory?

Pulling an all nighter into black Friday... no sleep til the shopping was done!  Too bad now a days I pass out by 8 :) -Becka Aponte

 

Always having the traditional 'Honey Baked Ham' and eating way more than my stomach could handle.  Then having fantastic leftovers for a week. -Chai Mintz

Thanksgiving 1983, my parents gave me an early Christmas present in the way of a fully tricked out Dallas Cowboy bike! It was awesome. Oh yeah, and the turkey was good too! -Mike Brewer

My favorite Thanksgiving memory is every year, because it is my favorite Holiday.  But, if I had to pick one, it would be the year that my family and my dad's side of the family rented a camp area up at Mt. Hood.  It is camp to young kids during the spring and summer months, but vacant for Fall and Winter.  We rented out the whole camp and the sleeping areas were rooms with 5 sets of bunk beds.  There was also a larger building that had a seating area, kitchen area and an upstairs with games and a pool table.  We had all just got there for the night from driving from various areas of Oregon, started a fire and was checking out the place.  My dad headed up the stairs to check out the game room and a bat came out of the corner and went straight for him.  Of course, it startled him and he ran down the stairs.  Everyone became frantic and were trying to find ways to catch the bat and get rid of it.  We were finally able to get the bat outside and enjoy the rest of our time being with family and eating good food.  To add to that, it snowed the rest of the weekend.  One of the best Thanksgiving experiences I have had! -Krista Davis

I am not sure if this is the funniest but one of the most memorable. My family surprise visited my grandmother in California for Thanksgiving. She was not in the mood to be having the surprise company or prepare a Thanksgiving meal. That left us to venture out to the only open store (7-eleven) in San Bruno to pick up some turkey cold cuts and triscuits :).  Just so happened that as we were strolling through, an individual decided to rob the market at gunpoint. To say the least we made it out and scrounged up some left-overs for a fabulous Thanksgiving meal! Wow. -Juila Riccetti

Thanksgiving with mom and dad. My most memorable Thanksgiving was in November of 1994.  My husband and I drove from San Diego California to San Francisco California and had Thanksgiving at the beach house owned by my parents. We had a roaring fire in the fireplace, and slept in sleeping bags because we had no central heat.  My mom, my little sister, and I all worked in the kitchen preparing our thanksgiving dinner, and while the turkey was cooking we walked on the beach.  I remember the excitement of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, a lazy afternoon in front of the TV watching football, spending the day with family and reminiscing and of course the huge dinner my mother so elaborately assembled with such love. It was the last Thanksgiving I ever shared with my mom and dad, since they are both gone and the house is sold. I have pictures of everyone together and am so glad for that special memory that I will forever hold in my heart. -Arlene Guthrie

My favorite Thanksgiving memory is eating, eating, eating and then eating some more with my family. Then I got to go to sleep with an overstuffed belly, and, as you all know sleeping is my favorite pastime :)  -Desiree Lee

Mailbag question of the week!

I'mmmmmm Baaacccckkkk!!!!

 

So here is the new mailbag question of the week:

 

What is your favorite Thanksgiving memory?

 

 

If you wish to remain anonymous--please let me know.

 

DEADLINE:

Please respond no later than, Sunday- November 16th, 2008...

if you have any questions please let me know.

 

 

Nikki Turner

Leasing Consultant

GO Team GO!!

What football team are you rooting for this season?

“Denver Bronco's!!!!!” –Erlin Nunez

“I am rooting for the Super Bowl to get here so Football season is over.  Go Team!” –Felecia Richards

“College: Washington State University GO COUGS!!!  Pro: Seattle Seahawks”  -Kris Gerhardt-Darfler

“Washington State University GO COUGS!!!”  –Traci Blevans

“PATRIOTS!!! GO MOSS!  Let me guess, Kollin picked the Broncos?” –Stephanie Ogan

“Seahawks!!! I know my brother in law will appreciate this!” –Nadia Firsova

“SEATTLE SEAHAWKS ALL THE WAY BABY!!!!” –Wendy Backman

“GO GREEN BAY PACKERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!” –Carlos Hernandez

“49ers Baby!!!! All the way,,.been in my family for years....and Broncos for my wonderful husband....” –Jennifer Grosch

“College: University of Texas Hook 'em Horns! Pro: The Seahawks, duh” –Keleigh Cook

“New York Giants”  -Sy Aponte

“SEAHAWKS, ALL THE WAY!!!” –Keith Braman

“Whichever one my husband is rooting for. (As you can see, I'm not a big football fan.)” –Lori Norton

“New England Patriots” –Alisha Batchelor

“Pro: THE BENGALS! GO OCHO CINCO!! J College: LET’S GO DUCKS!” –Nikki Turner

Mailbag Question of the Month

What are you going to be for Halloween this year?

or-- if you're not dressing up this year:

What is your favorite past costume?

“We had a 70's themed equity meeting at Portland Center many years ago.  We were all supposed to dress up in 70's outfits, so I rented a leopard print 70's pimp outfit, complete with boots, gold chain, and a feather in the hat! TOP THAT EQUITY EMPLOYEES!” -J'mir Delaughn

“My favorite past costume was a POLICE OFFICER!!!!” –Vida Lara.

“I'm a Sorcerer.”  -Rosanna Thomas

“I Dream of Jeanie!” –Stephanie Ogan

“When I was little my most favorite costume was to be a butterfly!  I had red wings with big black dots :) “ –Nadia Firsova

“I want to be a cheerleader, because I could never be one in high school.” –Marissa Vickaryous

“I'm going as Peg Bundy.  Died my hair, have my leggings and heels, just need bon bons!  My fav. costume as a kid was when I went as Pipi Longstocking.” –Becka Aponte

“Probably  won't dress up this year. :(  Favorite past costume- Waldo.  Striped shirt, round glasses, and hat.  People where spotting me out all night! :-)” –Julia Riccetti

“Okay so I didn't do it but my husband dressed up like Luke Wilson's tennis playing character from the Royal Tenenbaums.  It was embarrassing yet funny all at the same time. I haven't really dressed up like anything extraordinary.  I was a go-go dancer and had some fantastic silver go-go boots.  Two years ago I was a Wilsonville Baseball Player.  I don't really get into the Halloween thing, sorry to disappoint.” -Felecia Richards

“I like dressing up as a baby! It's really fun, but this year I'm not dressing up.” –Desiree Lee

“I am going to wear scrubs and be a nurse, which is my dream that I hope to achieve in "real life" someday.” –Erica Lee

“I like to wear my leprechaun suit. It is a green suit I bought on-line and had shipped from England. I typically wear it on St. Patrick's Day and sometimes Halloween.” -Kristopher Gerhardt-Darfler

Mailbag

This month’s mailbag question was:

If you had one wish, what would it be?

 

I wish the housekeepers would swing by my place while they're out here! -Becka Aponte

 

My one wish would be:  To make really good money!   I wish that Equity paid their employees more more more money.  :) -Wendy Backman

 

Well, I'd wish for 2 more wishes with my one wish. Then I'd wish for health and happiness for my family, myself and loved ones. My next wish would be to win the power ball, and lastly I'd wish to be a well-loved cat for one day so I could see what it would be like to be a kitty. :) -Desiree Lee

 

Health and Happiness for everyone and to rid the world of all evil! –Lori Norton

 

I would wish for excellent health and happiness for all those I hold in my heart. –Julia Riccetti

 

I wish the global economy would become more green causing the polar ice caps to stop melting. - Keleigh Cook

 

If I had one wish it would that all the people in this world would live in piece with one another! –Nadia Firsova

 

I wish I was rich so I could buy what ever I want and be able to take care of my whole family financially. -Anonymous

 

Well lets see.....if I had one wish it would be to travel and help others around the world with all that I have!  I know it sounds like I am trying out for miss America or something, but no really I love people and there are allot out there who need our help even in our own back yard of America!  –Jani Piland

Mailbag

Goofy- Anonymous

Night Crawler- Chet Arnett

Cat Woman- Abby Reinen

Shrek- Mikhael Moseyko

Super Know It All Man- Tim Jellum

As a Mother, partner, co-worker, etc I think I am a Super hero!  If I was able to choose an external superhero I would go with Wonder Woman: Beautiful, popular, and more! –Rosanna Thomas

Wonder Woman-she can run in heels! -Felecia Richards

I would want to be Wonder Women. When I was a child I admired her beauty, intelligence, and strength. Her best power is the self-being of who she is. -Jessica Alexander

The most heroic person I know is my daughter, Alexandria. She is funny, fair, strong, intelligent, goodhearted, honest and beautiful inside and out. Besides being myself, I see her as the superhero I would most want to be. –Desiree Lee

I would be “Super Cupid” and spread love everywhere! –Tovia Cuty

Scooby Doo because he likes to eat and runs at the first sign of trouble, cracks me up.  He's just so cute. –Stephanie Ogan

Batman because I wanna dress up in the cape/suit and get rid of all the bad people. –Jennifer Seyboldt

If you could be any Superhero who would it be and why?

Mailbag

Some last minute entries for: 

What is the one thing that you would like to say to Mike Brewer? 

Or say about Mike Brewer?

My apologies to Meadow Creek—they got left out in the e-mails!

Sorry Guys!

Well Mike, what can I say?  We have some BIG shoes to fill, literally!  I hope you know what an affect you have/had on anyone who has had the pleasure of coming in contact with you.  You'll ALWAYS be missed, and we'll NEVER forget you.

-Jennifer Thompson-Seyboldt

Thank you for always being patient and understanding.  We have and still could learn a lot from you.  Good luck!!

-Traci Blevans

Mailbag

 This month’s Mailbag Question:

What is the one thing that you would like to say to Mike Brewer? 

Or say about Mike Brewer?

I would like to say to Mike that not only is he a good manager,

but a good person too. Mike rocks!

-Desiree Lee

Thank you for your continuous support throughout my career here at Equity. 

Best of luck in everything you do.  We'll miss you!

-Nadia Firsova

Your positive attitude is contagious!

-Ron Lauzon

Live your life to the fullest- take care of yourself!

-Jason Welch

Thanks for everything.  Come visit, you know where I'll be the 2nd weekend of every July!

-Michael Strickling

Thank you for all your inspiring talks, leadership and for pushing us to be what we are today. 

You will truly be missed!

-Lori Norton

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It is difficult to think about Mike and what he has achieved in this portfolio, and then put it into words.  I don't think that I could completely describe how he has impacted me- not only as an employee of Equity, but also as a person.  I guess, technically speaking, he is my supervisor.  He has however, meant much more to me than just that.  He has been a friend, a mentor, and a confidante. He has made a dent in my universe, and for that, I will forever be thankful..............

-Misty Johnston

Mike, Thank you for everything you have given to Equity,

your associates and me personally.

I truly appreciate and value our time working together.   THX!

-Jim Klein

When you need a friend, someone to talk to

He makes you feel special at every encounter with him

I love him and will miss him

He is a great human being.

-Tovia Cuty

Mike you will be missed!

Your optimism is always encouraging, your enthusiasm is uplifting and

the upbeat tone in your voice causes one to perk right up! 

Enjoy your new endeavors in a new place which you are sure to brighten up!

-Carolyn Coleman

What Mike says about himself:

”I think he is kind of tall.”

I don’t think Mike understand the extent of how much he has impacted,

not only the Portland Portfolio and Equity, my myself as well.

When you’re having a bad day and you pick up that phone and you hear that

voice, “Hey {insert name here} it’s Mike Brewer,”

everything seems to turn right side up and from that time forward and

you’re in a better mood. He actually cares about you and how you are.

He’s just so contagious; his personality, smile, laugh,

and sense of humor will be greatly missed.

Good Luck in all that you do Mike. I know that you will succeed!

-Nikki Turner

I've never known anyone who was more a champion of his people than Mike.

-Jennifer Cobb

The one thing I'd like to tell Mike is that it's time to retire your

Accord and buy a new car!

-Tim Jellum

Mike, you have been a huge inspiration to the Portland Portfolio and to me personally. So many good things have happened to us because of you. Whom ever gets the pleasure of working with you will be truly blessed. We will miss your smile, your laugh, and your energy. We will never forget you and I hope you know that we have become better because of you. Just know that each of us has taken something special from your guidance and your wisdom. Thank you for being you. Good luck! We'll all miss you.

"Go Confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined" Quote by: Henry David Thoreau

-Alisha Batchelor

Mike you have always been the guy we look up to, not just literally but, as a great role model. You always have a smile on your face and our upbeat, positive attitude towards everything and it is very contagious.  Mike you will be missed, and we wish you all the best in your new beginning.

-Nicole Montierth

Mike who?????  Is he that tall guy?

-Stephanie Ogan

Wow!  I don't think you need anymore coffee. 

-Felecia Richards

Mike is one of a kind!  The kindness and respect he offers his fellow associates is unsurpassable.  His enthusiasm is contagious!  I wish him nothing but luck, health and happiness.  He will be forever missed.

-Rosanna Thomas

Mike is a unique individual that possesses an amazing soul.  He can see the talent and gifts in people that many times they don’t see in themselves. 

He inspires-“breathes the life into” everyone he encounters. 

He has done astounding things in Portland and I can only imagine he will continue that in St. Louis.    Mike has made a dent in Equity and left a legacy, I feel fortunate to have been a part of it.  He will truly be missed but there will always be a part of him in Portland!

-Julia Riccetti

I would tell Mike that he has been a huge inspiration to me.  His motivation and enthusiasm is contagious, and he made my experience with Equity so enjoyable! He made the Portland Area "Insanely Great!"

-Susanne Fernald

I truly feel like a piece of Portland's heart will be missing when Mike leaves.  He is the spark that ignites our innovative progression and the challenge to do the unthinkable.  In many ways I try and suck the energy from him when I can simply to be a better person in life.  He is truly a hero to me for his spontaneous and crazy ideas that always come out on top and can't be beat by anyone.  I have enjoyed the time I've had with Mike and the pulse he has generated in this company, portfolio but especially in myself to be the best I can.  I wish him all the luck in life and his future endeavors. 

-Mishell Villalobos

It makes me really sad that Mike is leaving... he is an amazing example of how everyone should be with such enthusiasm and understanding and of course the enormous amount of ENERGY that he brings to this portfolio everyday!  Mike will be missed greatly and anyone who follows in his footsteps has some really big shoes to fill (literally)!

-Jani Piland

Mailbag

What's the most embarrassing thing you've ever done?

My senior year in high school I went up in front of the whole school to present our state basketball trophy to the school/principal.  I thought my teammates were behind me, but when grabbed the microphone and turned around and I was alone...I stood there for a while and all that came out of my mouth was "Hi".

-Tim Jellum

When I had surgery, and when they were putting me under I guess I was talking to my boss who was by my side before the surgery. Well when they gave me the happy gas to knock me out I started to cry and tell my boss not to let the little blue puppy get hurt and it was getting all wet from the rain.  I guess I got a little emotional and started to get mad that she would not go over and pick this blue puppy up and take it in. (yes I know there is no such thing as a blue puppy but at the time I thought that is what I saw)  When I got out of surgery 18 hours later, I had a little blue stuffed animal.  It was a blue puppy.

For several months my work teased me about the little blue puppy.

-Wendy Backman

I was in Junior High School and my friends and I were at the mall, I had drank a lot of water and had to use the restroom terribly badly! I couldn't even think straight. I frantically looked for the restroom and found it (I'm sure you know where I'm going with this by now) and ran hell-bent into the Men's bathroom. Of course, there were two guys in there who evidently had to to go as badly as I did. I was mortified, as were they, and I quickly ran out of the door: still needing to go to the restroom like crazy!

-Desiree Lee

I broke a light fixture and a fan blade with my head once when I was walking through a friends’ living room.

-Mike Brewer

I was working at a retail store and had on a white pair of pants (it was summertime) and was working as normal.  Halfway through my shift, I realized my pants were split in the back...I was extremely embarrassed.

-Anonymous

I was a leasing con. @ Palladia and an older gentlemen gave me he's rent check, and I looked at the check and saw that there was a picture of a cute baby/toddler on it.  So I smiled and asked "Oooooohhhhhhhh is this your grand daughter?" (in my obnoxious I love babies voice)  he looked at me with out a smile and said "NO it's my daughter".  I stood there and wanted to cry but smiled and said Oh! .............Well thank you.........and  uhm Ok well thank you and as soon as he left I crawled under my desk.

The moral of this lesson never make comments about peoples checks.

-Daphne Tappert

I was walking down cement stairs with Bradifur (my dog) at Palladia, and he stepped right in front of me.  I didn't want to accidently kick him and I am naturally clumsy, so I just fell down the rest of the stairs.

-Susanne Fernald