2009 Pledges
Below are some of the pledges that have been received this year!
"I pledge to be positive by helping others and smiling to brighten people's day. I will do my best to make other people happy and to shed positivity wherever I go."
~Rachel Seeman, 2009 Rose Festival Queen
"I Pledge to read to my kids and tell my wife I love her -- every day!"
~Drew Carney, KGW NewsChannel 8
"I Pledge to write more personal notes of appreciation to my friends and co-workers."
~Marilyn Clint, Rose Festival Associate Executive Director
"I Pledge to talk to my friends in person whenever I can -- not just on Facebook or in a text message."
~Marshawna Williams, Rose Festival Queen
I pledge to share my toys with my friends.
~Aisha Ross, age 5, Vancouver, WA
"I pledge to be positive by showing my appreciation and saying thank you to the many volunteers who assist with putting on the Portland Rose Festival."
~Robert Hansen, Rose Festival President
"I pledge to support and show my appreciation promptly to the Rose Festival's dedicated staff, board and volunteers."
~Jeff Curtis, Rose Festival Executive Director
"I pledge to take the time to stop and smell the roses."
~Sue Bunday, Grand Floral Parade Chairman
"I pledge to be positive by trying to frame every answer in a positive way, and tell people more often how much I appreciate their hard work!"
~Carol Ross, Rose Festival Director of Sales & Marketing
I pledge to be positive by smiling more, telling people how GREAT of a job they are doing, not stressing out over the little details and having more fun!
~Mandy Hamilton, Rose Festival Sponsorship Manager
I pledge to enjoy life -- all the things around me -- and thank God, continue to learn, to be more compassionate in my relationships and to tackle every task with gusto!"
~Madhu Krishnamurthy, Rose Festival Staff Accountant
I pledge to be positive at work and play, with friends, family and everyone I encounter. After all, a smile and word of encouragement can go a long, long way!
~Ms. Charlie M. Clint, Rose Festival Webmaster & IT Manager
"Me comprometo a ser positiva por escuchar mejor."
(Translation: "I pledge to be positive by being a better listener.")
~Angel Ocasio, Rose Festival Boss Clown
I pledge to be positive by giving more high fives to show appreciation and encouragement.
~Ashley Sider, Rose Festival Special Events Assistant
I pledge to be positive by continuing to breathe and take things one step at a time.
~Ashley Sider, Rose Festival Special Events Assistant
"I pledge to be positive by encouraging my mom to laugh & enjoy her time left to her during chemo-treatments."
~Alison Purscelley
"I pledge to be positive by taking care of my girlfriend."
~Marshall Huntskem
"I pledge to be positive by restarting and continuing game night with my family."
~Christine Swanson
"I pledge to be positive by trying not to smoke so much and trying to eat better."
~Courtney Corwin
"I pledge to be positive by recycling and eating healthy."
~Tom Schicker
"I pledge to be positive by finding a new job soon."
~Jerene Evans
"I pledge to be positive by regularly eating healthy and having a positive/can do attitude."
~Brenda (employee) at Tualatin KeyBank
"I pledge to be positive by giving my time to the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life."
~Kyla (employee) at Tualatin KeyBank
"I pledge to be positive by running 2 miles, 5 days a week to become healthier!"
~Margaret Carver
"I pledge to be positive by keeping a long-term perspective and not letting life's little trials bring down my attitude and outlook."
~Katie Bradfield
"Each day is almost past, so I start a new day as a new beginning"
~Timm Rice
"Living, laughing, loving more and stressing less"
~Diana Borquist
"Looking at the good things in life instead of focusing on bad"
~Anita Neary
"Encouraging my students to do their best and not give on their dreams"
~Rosemary Fryer
"Bringing treats to my elderly neighbor who is homebound"
~Rosemary Fryer
"I pledge to be positive by praising God for all his blessing each and every day."
~Mike Wetherford
"I pledge to be positive by helping others with day-care."
~Arcelia Rodriguez
"I pledge to be positive by walking more instead of using my car."
~Maria Alvarez
"I pledge to be positive by smiling at strangers."
~Vanessa Riley
"I pledge to be positive by loving my job even though retirement gets farther away (due to the economy...)
~Kathie Thompson
"I pledge to be positive by remaining upbeat and smiling more."
~D'on Bough (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by helping all the children in my community and going green more often."
~Alie Aguilera
"I pledge to be positive by helping my clients be more successful and being a good friend."
~Vickie Olson
"I pledge to be positive by being kind to others and valuing each day with my kids who are growing too fast! And loving my man."
~Wendy Sternaton
"I pledge to be positive by providing all my customers with the best customer service."
~Samantha Ross (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by recycling in my community."
~Shannon Beber (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by providing great customer service."
~Pat Kirlin (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by providing excellent service and start recycling."
~Jose Soto (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by my commitment to extraordinary Service… 1Key."
~Alisha Ellingsworth (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by living my life as an example to my children and grandchildren so hat they will always be proud of me."
~Teresa Schwark-Eversit
"I pledge to be positive by treating people with respect."
~Jeanne Melton
"I pledge to be positive by helping people in anyway I can."
~Kevin Hartsell
"I pledge to be positive by continuing to maintain a positive attitude even in diverse/stressful situations, smile & laugh more often & maintain an exercise regime for healthier living."
~Cindy Baxter
"I pledge to be positive by living each day to its fullest, laugh – smile – have fun."
~Kathy Batz (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive no matter how bad my day is."
~Carrie Ellingsworth (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by listening to my co-workers and family more."
~Teresa Rose (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by being friendlier and laughing more."
~Loila Gomez
"I pledge to be positive by volunteering more at my children's school."
~Marlo Rivers
"I pledge to be positive by taking life easier and enjoying the day."
~Connie Manske
"I pledge to be positive by completing one random act of kindness each day."
~Sasha Guglomo
"I pledge to be positive by finishing strong through my last term of college, completing all assignments and obtaining an internship for the summer!"
~Amy O'Conncer (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by walking at least 10 minutes each day and always being ready with a smile."
~Pam Fox (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by walking 1 1/2 miles everyday."
~Keonanona Miller
"I pledge to be positive by using my athletic Wii daily."
~Tracy Bresnahan
"I pledge to be positive by volunteering my time and planting a victory garden and donate to the food bank."
~Chris Bolf
"I pledge to be positive by working harder."
~Luis Hurtado
"I pledge to be positive by being kind whenever possible. It is always possible."
~Lucy Escobar
"I pledge to be positive by selecting and becoming an active member I church this summer. There I will demonstrate my faith to God. I pledge to do one (or more) good deed a day.
~Edame Peyton
"I pledge to be positive by cleaning up the park."
~Rheanna Williams
"I pledge to be positive by cleaning up our local park and playground around the neighborhood we live in."
~Joanna Williams
"I pledge to be positive by helping out with my neighbors since they are away on work a lot – yard work and house sitting."
~Chris Lauk
"I pledge to be positive by helping my mother-in-law work more to gain more strength and better health!"
~Leslie Pranger
"I pledge to be positive by being thankful for all of the good things in my life. Family, friends and co-workers."
~Anita Michelbook
"I pledge to be positive by helping everyone, praising God, working hard and encouraging others."
~Michael Fields
"I pledge to be positive by giving the best service in town!"
~Derik Milton (KeyBank employee)
"I pledge to be positive by being friendly to others. Have a smile. Have fun."
~Joanne McElwain
"I pledge to be positive by being grateful everyday!"
~Allyson Burk
"I pledge to be positive by helping myself to be better to be positive in my life and my family's life."
~Kenny Rose
"I pledge to be positive by being more outgoing in my community and to help my neighbor's out more."
~Kenny Rose
"I pledge to be positive by car-pooling with other families to my kid's soccer team."
~Afi Eshgli
"I pledge to be positive by avoiding fast food for at least a month!"
~Afi Eshgli
"I pledge to be positive by setting enough volunteer service hours to make up for 2 people."
~Kasna Hashemi
"I pledge to be positive by putting my 24 hour club membership to use."
~Kasna Hashemi
"I pledge to be positive by exercising daily."
~Anthony Gill
"We pledge to be positive by celebrating our 51st wedding anniversary in style! (June 7, 1958)"
~Lou and Marlee Ferero
"I pledge to be positive by helping my community more and be a better citizen."
~Patricia Stapleford
"I pledge to be positive by spending more time with my grandchildren and starting by taking them to the parade. Start a new tradition!"
~Jackke Anderson
