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From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Hi from Dominick

Date: May 2, 2012 10:38:15 AM EDT

To: dominick@t

Hey D!

I may see you Friday night or Sat.

I get to meet with the person who is helping me on my wood working project at his shop on Friday, and get cranking on my table again, and start ideating my other projects. (He has no idea! Well, maybe a little ... He is trained in traditional furniture making and craftsmanship, and I am absolutely not! I just draw boomerangs and ask him how we are going to turn them into table legs... I think he likes the fresh challenge, as wayward as it is :)

... So, he has an inclination of what to expect from me, and that is nothing traditional, or traditional with a wicked twist!

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: hello

Date: May 7, 2012 1:18:03 PM EDT

To: danya.m.french

Danya,

Hello!

This is how to connect with Angela

Hope you are enjoying the fair weather :)

From: Danya F <danya.m.french

Subject: Re: hello

Date: May 7, 2012 1:42:54 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

hi hihi!!

thanks for the number!

its beautiful out...i love it.

best,

Danya

From: Dennis Simonetti <dennissimonetti@yahoo.com>

Subject: Dennis Simonetti in Austin and a Cafe in Austin!

Date: May 6, 2012 11:27:28 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Cc: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Reply-To: Dennis Simonetti

Angela,

Good evening

My son Elias (who lives in Austin) and I had a wonderful lunch at Elizabeth Street Cafe - a French-Vietnamese eatery ("...bubble gum pink door, turquoise shutters, cobalt blue stools and violet chairs. Antique French lamps and Louis chairs mix with Asian tea house wallpaper and Vietnamese art..." or "Vietnamese café with decidedly French twist" . ).

Please visit the web site below: >>>

http://elizabethstreetcafe.com/

http://austin.culturemap.com/newsdetail/02-05-12-elizabeth-street-cafe/

http://austin.culturemap.com/

see you at the movies on Friday

Dennis

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Dennis Simonetti in Austin and a Cafe in Austin!

Date: May 7, 2012 2:56:10 PM EDT

To: Dennis Simonetti

i love this place and it makes my mouth water!

austin seems really cool!

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: lately

Date: May 7, 2012 2:53:35 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Greetings Megan,

I hope you are enjoying this fine day, I met with Ben today. He took pictures of my interior and would like to take pics other's as well, to see how we are occupying the space. We talked the background of building this building, the ideas for the future with the gallery as a public / community space, and I interviewed him so that I have things to share in the next newsletter.

He explained to me how the air circulates and reheats in this building, and the other green considerations, which I also thought was interesting to share in the newsletter.

What do you think of doing fruit smoothies for the counsel meeting? I have the awesome blender, and I could get ingredients to feed plenty of people for $10.

talk soon,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: printing party

Date: May 1, 2012 11:20:57 AM EDT

To: Dominic D <dominicd@evolve2advance.com>

Hello,

Andy Andropolis is very popular with his crowd. The logo I designed for him is renewed in popularity. I asked him if he needed more, and he thinks he has enough at this time, so I thought I would give you a heads up on the screen, that can be wiped for new use.

Next for me is the t for my brother. Do you think you will have any time Th or F of the 17/18 or 24/25 or 31/1 to schedule me to print?

Thanks,

Angela

From: Dominic D <dominicd@evolve2advance.com>

Subject: Re: printing party

Date: May 8, 2012 5:35:21 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hi Angela,

Good to hear the shirts were received well... The 24th/25th or 31st/1st are all still free @ the time. Let me know ASAP and we'll get you locked in to a date.

Hope you are well,

Dominic

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: may

Date: May 12, 2012 3:12:43 PM EDT

To: Linda Gallion

Hello Rick (and Linda:),

I have Th and F available this week (17th and 18th) and next week ( 24th and 25th) and Friday of June 1st.

There is going to be a grand opening for this building I live in, and it is still being discussed, but the gallerist for First Friday may be an all-resident show vs just one artist.

If that is the case, I would love to show the boomerang table.

I'll see you Monday at Rockler to talk wood and shop and such. Maybe I can pretend to be a know-it-all dummy customer, just for kicks.

Talk soon,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: contact

Date: May 15, 2012 11:04:53 AM EDT

To: Christopher Hughes <crshughesh0es.com>

Chris,

We had a resident meeting today, and the architect, Ben Walter, was there. He likes to play guitar, and his office is around the corner on Cumberland and High Street. He works next to a very well known master engineer.

Ben asked about you, because of your interest in music. He also wants to see your apartment to see how you set it up and are using it.

I am just passing along information. If you want to contact him, he may be a good resource for you, your work at Portland Downtown Arts...

His email is:

bwalter@cwsarch.com

If you are interested in contacting him.

Angela

From: Christopher Hughes <crshughesh0es@.com>

Subject: Re: contact

Date: May 15, 2012 1:47:07 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hey Angela,

So sorry i missed this meeting. I got the letter yesterday, and somehow assumed it was next week. Thank you for the info i will certainly get in touch with him.

Thanks

Chris

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: smoothies +

Date: May 12, 2012 2:11:18 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello Megan

Monday I go to work at 430 pm. Can you let me know if you would like to get items for smoothies while I am at work, or if you would? I have plenty of 4oz waxed paper cups (they don't leak). Ben Walter, the architect expressed an interest in attending the meeting. I let him know the time and place.

I was thinking, if June 1st is the grand opening, maybe Avesta would like to showcase an all- residents show.

Beyond that, it is getting towards the middle of the month, and I need pertinent info for the June newsletter -- which also includes the June Gallerist/s.

Is there anything that you, et al, want me to put in the newsletter from Avesta / Loft point of view?

See you Tuesday, at the very latest,

Angela

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: smoothies +

Date: May 14, 2012 8:51:32 AM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hey Angela,

I am not sure it is appropriate for Ben to attend the first meeting. This meeting is really geared towards residents and maybe we should see if others want to add him to a future meetings agenda.

I will pick up the smoothie items tomorrow. Shall I grab some of the ingredients you suggested in your previous email? Could you remind me what they were again? We are not allowed to reimburse residents and I think it is only right that Avesta pays for the first meetings goodies; therefore, I will just get them :) I really appreciate the offer though. We can discuss what everyone wants to do for food, moving forward, at our meeting tomorrow.

June already has a resident showcasing her work so we can't do an all-residents show. We were going to discuss hanging other artists work up around the building (in hallways), and we can talk about this tomorrow too.

I will check with Hollie and Cheryl to see if we should add anything to the newsletter. I will also check with June artist to make sure she wants to be featured in the newsletter (I don't see why not, but want to verify).

Thanks for all of your assistance.

Sincerely,

Megan Entwistle

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: smoothies +

Date: May 14, 2012 10:41:26 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello,

Can you bring frozen fruit, a base such as coconut milk or orange juice to my apartment by 8:45 am tomorrow, and I'll turn it into a smoothie.

Ben has asked several times about the meeting. I sent you an email as per our discussion a few weeks ago. He said he would stop by if he had the time. It has been interesting to visit with him and learn the vision and backstory for the development for this place. I understand he has been communicating with Hollie and Cheryl about the grand opening. That's all I know.

See you tomorrow,

Angela

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: smoothies +

Date: May 14, 2012 1:55:14 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Angela,

Will head out around 8:15 to grab the ingredients tomorrow morning and bring them to your apartment before or at 8:45am.

I guess Hollie has spoken to Ben and if he comes, he wants to be an observer. We just want to make sure all of the residents feel comfortable with this moving forward...and if he wants to be an agenda item in the future, we can see how everyone feels about that as well (maybe others have an interest in asking him questions? I don't know). It is really up to everyone at the Resident meeting and that we just make sure all are feeling OK with that. Thanks so much and I will see you tomorrow!

-Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: smoothies +

Date: May 14, 2012 3:14:31 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Megan,

I was looking at some of the links Ben sent me, when ideating the existence of this building and the purpose... It may be kind of cool to have an inner-residence -- not so much competition, but goal... Like I saw on one link to an art/residence building, that they had 30 8x10 pics in 30 days.

This can be inner residence on our hallways, or a show item. What I like about the "challenge" is that it engages (you/me). It is part of why I take classes, in a sense, to be made to do an assignment. Plus, viewing other people's work and how they solve problems and their style helps me understand my own expression better.

Just an idea.

See you tm,

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: smoothies +

Date: May 15, 2012 12:56:38 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hey Angela,

I noticed we never brought this up during today's meeting...there was so much on the agenda and we didn't have time for 'open discussion'. Want to put this on the agenda for June's meeting?

Thanks so much for making those smoothies! They were delicious! Appreciate all of your energy and effort!

-Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: smoothies +

Date: May 15, 2012 1:06:24 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Yeah, sounds great. Maybe I can come up with more ideas, and consolidate them on paper as a means to stir interest.

From: verygoodrace@mac.com

Subject: Oak Street Lofts

Date: May 15, 2012 2:05:06 PM EDT

To: news@portlanddailysun.me

An Open Letter to Avesta and Ben Walter / CWS Architect

Regarding Oak Street Lofts

Thank you very much for the ingenious and facile use and utilization of 400 sqf of living space. I have liberated my library of books from a friends basement now showcased on the studio ledges, many mediums of art supplies, sundry hobbies and cooking supplies, and plenty of operable project and living space. And, let's not forget, a room with a view with natural light, and darkness if desired.

I am looking forward to using the community workspace, now that I am completely moved in, so that I can start to gain traction in my creative endeavors.

Most importantly, it occurs to me, that quite naturally this new building you have designed and built, has character. I wanted to compliment you on this, as I do not think it is necessarily easy to imbue a new space with a feeling of legit presence and purpose, like it has always belonged, and congenially so.

The little things like green eco-considerations in building materials and process (solar panels, and dedicated waste and recycling, fresh air circulation), and gallery space for show and venues, add to the well-rounded and thoughtful holistic spirit. I enjoy living in a building that is representative of the practical, informed, creative zeitgeist of its community and times, and let's not forget smart!

A special thanks to Avesta for their fine communication and management abilities. This is an enjoyable, secure, dynamic place to live, full of possibility and opportunity.

Dig it!

Angela Cook

Oak Street Lofts resident

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Date: May 16, 2012 8:54:57 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Modern architecture

Written by Cliff Gallant

Walked by a new house under construction pretty regularly for a couple of weeks and enjoyed kind of casually watching it come together. I could easily have asked one of the people on the job what style it was going to be, but decided that it would be more fun not knowing.

The neighborhood is made up of small-sized three-story wooden apartment buildings that have that sunk into the earth lived-in look about them, like they've been home to many different people for a real long time and have stories to tell. In short, the neighborhood has character. There's a real Portland feeling to it. So what the house was going to look like would mean something, and I was very interested in watching it take shape.

After about two weeks the interior framework seemed to be done and I watched anxiously for the first signs of what the exterior would be. A flat featureless plywood-looking shell that seemed to be the support for the exterior was added and the anticipation grew.

The next time I happened by, though, I was surprised to see that the flat featureless shell had been painted white and most of the crew had dispersed. There were just two workers left and they were spreading loam for the lawn. Even I know that the lawn is the last thing to be added so I asked the workers what was up. They responded that the tenants would be moving in soon, that the place was done.

Done. As in ready for occupancy. No rich looking wood shingles. No brick. No masonry. No decorative anything. Done. Done as it sits, just waiting for the grass to grow.

They can't be serious, I thought. But they were. A few days later I saw a nice young family moving in. I was dumbfounded and needed a reality check so I asked a woman out raking leaves at another house how she felt about the new house. She wouldn't say much, just kept her head down raking and said that all the neighbors have sort of quietly agreed not to talk about the situation. After all, she said, the building would soon be home to three families. She said it in a sympathetic way, as if not talking about the obvious was the decent thing to do.

How do these builders get away with it?

The same thing is happening downtown too. Look at the building that went up not long ago at 490-492 Congress Street, across from the Longfellow House. The one with the large, battleship grey metallic plates overlaid like shingles all over the front. Looks like Darth Vader's headquarters. Across from the first brick house built on the peninsula and wedged between two stately brick buildings. I discussed the design with a knowledgeable friend and she said that it brings to mind what was once known as the School of Brutalism in architecture, whereby buildings were constructed without regard for their social, historical or architectural environment. Of course no one openly associates themselves with the school of thought anymore, she said, but its influences are still being felt.

There's also the new building at 72 Oak Street, called the Oak Street Lofts. It's as if there was a conscious effort to make the place look uninteresting. Instantly forgettable. Dullness raised to an art form. What an irony that the place offers subsidized housing to artists.

In all fairness, though, the same kind of deprecating remarks were made about the Portland Museum of Art when it was built in the early eighties. No character, people said. Bland. Ugly. Featureless. But one doesn't hear that kind of thing much anymore. The building has grown on us. At the time the architects said it was designed as it was so as to not overshadow other buildings in the area and that the design places the emphasis on what goes on inside the building, not on what the outside looks like. The building was designed in such a way as to not compete with the art contained inside, they said. People scoffed but over time what the architects said has proven to be valid. When you look at the building you don't think about the building, you think about what's inside.

The same might be said in defense of the Oak Street Lofts, actually. The building is incredibly boring from a distance but get up close and you see that the ground floor is nicely glassed in and that there is an exceptionally good group art show going on in the foyer. You can get a very good view of the work from the street and one gets the impression that the show is a reflection of the positive vibes going on in the building. And it's also true that the apartments up over the storefronts at 490-492 Congress look very inviting with their glassed-in fronts from floor to ceiling. I'll bet the view of the western mountains from the top floors is terrific.

So, is that the future of a city known for its fine architecture? Present a featureless face to the world and let the story of the building be what goes on inside? Or, in the end, is that just a sophisticated justification for avoiding the cost and effort of constructing buildings that are aesthetically appealing?

Whatever the case might be, the same company, Avesta, that is responsible for the Oak Street Lofts project is about to make its mark, big time, on Munjoy Hill, at the site of the former Adams School. If the Oak Street Lofts project is any indication, the neighborhood is in for a rude shock. Avesta is also the same company that foisted the cookie-cutter housing on Bayside a few years ago.

These people care about the bottom line and nothing else. Through their machinations over time they have managed to sidestep local residents' input relative to the Adams School project, and once they were confident that they had the contract they began to backpeddle from the original proposal. Instead of what's called hardy plank, which is an attractive concrete composite, we're going to be looking at vinyl siding, which is less costly. And, in case one is harkening to the "what matters is what goes on inside" school of thought, it might be worth noting that they've also managed to get granite counter tops downgraded to formica, and instead of hardwood floors they'll be installing vinyl flooring, whatever that is. Get it done, get the people in, and so what if it looks like crap and all falls apart in a few years. By then Avesta will be long gone.

Remember what I said about how I thought it would be fun not knowing what was coming and just watching the new house take shape? I found out that that approach is not the one to take. If you're concerned about what's going on with the Adams School project, for instance, call Avesta and ask when they're going to be holding neighborhood meetings because you want to go. These companies rely heavily on people's tendency to wait and see what takes shape.

(Cliff Gallant of Portland is a regular columnist for The Portland Daily Sun. Email him at gallant.cliff555@yahoo.com.)

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: rug burns

Date: May 9, 2012 9:29:53 PM EDT

To: tamsin.com

Hey, Xtina

here's the rug I bought. Use the 20% coupon for an additional savings, and no tax and no shipping.

yeah!

xo,

angela

http://www.paylessrugs.com/dalyn-capri-ca-62-sable.html

From: Christina Holt <tamsin.com>

Subject: Re: rug burns

Date: May 16, 2012 11:14:40 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Angela : )

Thanks for alerting me to this website.. I've been perusing the more modern rugs for the past 15min - while at work. I must say I do like you your choice of bold deep, dark, rich color and design. Nice choice!

Maybe I'll get one or two ; )

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: rug burns

Date: May 16, 2012 11:24:01 PM EDT

To: Christina Holt <tamsin.com>

awesome!

you'll have to see it in person some time.

i chose the dark color because my ceiling is high and white. I felt this would give more depth via contrast, and pull one into the room.

i go to the woodshop tm and friday.

i am working on my walnut cutting board design ... not content to do a cutting board i have seen before ... :)

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: meeting +

Date: May 15, 2012 2:22:32 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello Meghan,

Good Job Today!

I talked to Ted on the 4th floor, he forgot about the meeting, and Chris on the 4th floor thought it was for next week. He was bummed he missed it.

We can generate interest ... and reminders!

Can you have the June artist contact me:

Angela #406

xubrnt@mac.com

I am not opposed to an artist writing their own bio/description - I mean, that is an option, too, if they prefer it. It seems like a boon to have in-house editorial for a gallery show, at the very least.

If you want to show an apt on the 4th floor, you are welcome to show my apt as well on grand opening.

What is the agenda for grand opening so I can put a play by play in the newsletter?

If there are going to be musicians, etc, I would be happy to mention them in the newsletter, too.

I am going to send you artwork for a poster / postcard for residence to announce the opportunity to hang their artwork in the hallways for grand opening. Is there anything specific you want to say? I am hoping to have this to you in a few days so that people can have a little time to prepare.

I can also ask for submissions for the sandwich board idea and ribbon cutting... and when would be a good time to meet... artsy entry ideas...

I can make a mention of the blackstone classes in the newsletter, or are you satisfied with Tanya and the collage?

I offered to assist Tanya (if I am not working), and perhaps we could make it mixed media: collage, acrylic paint, water color, pastel ...

In the newsletter, I will follow up with todays meeting by informing about the computer in the community room, bulletin board and calendar for the community room and gallery, the possibility of curating a show.

newsletter contributor deadlines... a work bench in the garage ... the new fridge in the gallery...

sound good?

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: meeting +

Date: May 18, 2012 2:12:08 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <fabric8@mac.com>

Angela,

Hey! Okay, so Rebecca Adler is going to be our June artist and she said you can contact her. Her number is: 632-2598.

I will pass along the message that you are willing to show off your apartment! Thanks.

I would email Cheryl to get the agenda regarding the Grand Opening. As of now, I have no details or information for you to add to the newsletter. As I hear more info, I will let you know. Cheryl, however, may know more then I do!

Nothing specific we want to say about residents hanging artwork in hallway, they just need to fill out the Exhibition Agreement and Application if they are interested.

It would be great if you could mention the Blackstone art project...maybe this could occur at more then just this complex if other residents are interested in helping out!

I think all sounds good. Did I forget anything?

Thanks,

Megan

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: Re: meeting +

Date: May 18, 2012 11:36:31 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hey Megan,

Do we need to fill out an exhibition application for outside our door? Does this mean we need to rotate? I have been under the impression that it is our personalized space per entrance.

I'm expecting my boomerang table to be completed, and it will be outside my door, and it won't be hung.

My initial response is, it seems complicated to access your own artwork and too much trouble to bother to fill out an application per art piece, when it has no rotation schedule and is for my own pleasure.

If this public hallway space is not free to personalize per apartment zone, please let me know, and I will keep all my art inside, and put my time and energy into avenues that understand engagement, and are reciprocative.

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: sheer project

Date: May 19, 2012 3:17:37 PM EDT

To: Dominic D <dominic@evolve2advance.com>

Hello Dominic,

I have a project to make sheer panels for my very large window where I live. What do you think of this idea / approach for screen printing?

Is there any way to loosen the consistency of the plastisol so that I can paint with it, and then cure it through the dryer?

I am thinking of "painting" in large, free hand brush on sheer organza, in either nylon, polyester or silk. This can be done on a horizontal surface aka table, and I can put something underneath it to absorb the ink, so as not to make the table messy.

Talk soon,

From: Dominic D <dominicd@evolve2advance.com>

Subject: Re: sheer project

Date: June 5, 2012 12:13:21 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hi Angela,

I would use waterbased inks for this. Get in touch if you would like to discuss in more detail... I hope you are well,

Dominic

PS- The table looks awesome! I hope Friday went well :)

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Date: May 21, 2012 10:51:22 AM EDT

To: Linda Gallion

Hello Rick and Linda,

I hope things are sunny at Clary Lake!

Rick --

I have been watching chop block videos on u-tube.

This one has an intricate looking design at the end of the video, that involves 15 and 30 degree bevel cuts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7N2XqL95EU&feature=endscreen&NR=1

Thursday, I plan to buy more wood at Rockler and introduce you to a friend from work that is interested in wood working.

Also, I did see a video in which a man uses a product from Rockler which is a wipe on varnish with salad bowl finish. He says it is the best for cutting boards as it requires the least amount of maintenance. (mineral oil and bees wax is another option).

talk soon!

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: website ...

Date: May 21, 2012 3:10:41 PM EDT

To: tech@.com

Hello Bill,

This is Angela from Trader Joes. I want to talk with you about web design / hosting possibilities and opportunities. June 1st is the grand opening, starting around 3pm, then going into First Friday art walk. Perhaps you would like to see the place, take a tour, see my place (Amy & Venice, too), a talk a wee bit of business.

At Oak Street Lofts I have volunteered to publish a monthly newsletter in an effort to be a dynamic artist association, with use of the gallery. etc.

Additionally, after looking at other artist/resident/galleries online, I want to take ownership of a community website. I haven't fleshed out the idea, except that I feel it is integral for the artist/residence to lead the way, and not the housing/management, as these are 2 separate factions with 2 separate protocols.

I am thinking of getting these 4 websites, however only using one: www.72oakstreet.com , .org , oakstreetlofts.com, .org.

A website can be made with iweb on my mac, for user friendly templates. I have adobe illustrator / photoshop to create my own graphics/images.

Ideally it is to host the monthly newsletter, calendar for the gallery and community room, inter-residence challenges (like 30 8x10 art in 30 days), a page per residence that can link to their own website ...

Can we discuss ways for me to solicit advertising, etc, so that the website can pay for itself? I would like to be able to update it and manicure it myself.

Pretty soon, I will need to build my own artist website, with items to sell. I was thinking of big cartel for the shopping cart.

I am sure you have sufficient ideas and resources to round out my initial gestures and meandering.

Has Amy made you a Summer suit and tie yet?

Talk soon,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Date: May 22, 2012 10:53:29 AM EDT

To: Mike Cook <treknmike.com>

Hello Mike,

Great to hear from you. How did your trip go in Utah?

I've been doubling up on both my days off to go to a woodworking shop and B&B an hour from here. My boomerang table is nearly finished. I will run the B&B and work in the wood shop while the owners are away in June. I will feed the chickens, gather the eggs, make breakfasts, pet the cat, and watch the sheep chew their cud. I can also kayak on the lake.

Take care!

Angela

From: Mike Cook <treknmike@gmail.com>

Subject: Re:

Date: May 22, 2012 12:45:41 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

B&B sitting sounds peaceful and relaxing. Hope it goes well for you.

Utah was busy. Either hiking or helping in the garden, painting, etc. The hikes were awesome. Dad and Lew look good. Always good to see them.

Stay happy.

Mike

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: latest

Date: May 22, 2012 11:10:48 AM EDT

To: lindasimmon

Hello,

I got your message. I hope you are enjoying your vacation. Has Shannon returned to London?

The last 2 weeks, on my days off, I have spent at the wood working shop, and stayed the night at the B&B. I will run the B&B, and take time off of work, June 8-18th. It is in the country, most of Maine is, and I will feed the chickens and collect eggs, make breakfast, and stare at sheep chewing their cud. I can also kayak on the lake, and work in the wood shop.

I am planning on making a large chop block for my apartment, and it sounds as if the guy at work would like one, too.

I'm busy on one hand, and waiting for my next pay check on the other. The table looks great! And I am at the point where I have finish sanded and am applying one oil coat after another, which is really making the mahogany coppery with highlights. Needless to say, it is exciting to see it finished, and a bit triumphant to have it completed, considering its meandering course, and starts and stops.

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Date: May 23, 2012 10:01:47 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>, Cheryl Poulin <cpoulin@avestahousing.org>

Cc: Ben Walter <bwalter@cwsarch.com>

Hello,

I have not heard back from Megan regarding the table I will have completed by grand opening, and wish to place outside my apartment. I was told that I would have to fill out an application. This table will not be hung on the wall and is not on the rotation schedule. I was under the assumption this was my personal space, to personalize.

I asked Megan for clarity on this which I have not received.

I offered to do a postcard immediately after the resident meeting, so residents could know to hang their art for grand opening. I have received no direction and residents are none the wiser.

In light of this first negligence, July may be a better grand opening date.

As it is, I am not doing the newsletter for June, as I am not volunteering my efforts to work against myself, ie the communication gap referencing putting a table on view for the grand opening in the hallway, without an application. Additionally, I had offered my apartment to show in the tour. I am rescinding that offer.

I will let the residents know why i am not doing the newsletter.

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Re:

Date: May 23, 2012 10:35:02 AM EDT

To: Cheryl Poulin <CPoulin@avestahousing.org>

I am available after work tonight at 8 pm, and then on Saturday and Sunday before 4pm. I do not have my work schedule for next week, yet.

On May 23, 2012, at 10:17 AM, Cheryl Poulin wrote:

Hi Angela,

Thanks for your email. We would love to discuss these issues with you. What is your schedule like over the next couple days?

Thanks,

Cheryl Poulin

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Re:

Date: May 24, 2012 9:44:03 AM EDT

To: Cheryl Poulin <CPoulin@avestahousing.org>

Cheryl,

I am not going to the wood shop today as planned, therefore I am around, doing r & d, and getting materials. I am not available tomorrow.

For me, either the hallway is interactive area or it is not. If it is not, there is no reason to take any art-related conversations seriously here. I will communicate my short stay on the newsletter to the tenants. It is not my inclination to be negligent or irresponsible or withholding.

By the way, it is a huge oversight not to invite the residents to their own party, I mean, with participation. This is a courtesy letter, in light of that silent boot in the ass.

Angela Cook

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: RE:

Date: May 24, 2012 9:53:54 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Cc: Cheryl Poulin <cpoulin@avestahousing.org>, Ben Walter <bwalter@cwsarch.com>

Why have the residents been overlooked to participate in their own party?

I don't think any one will want to attend a resident council meeting if they understand how titular their contribution is viewed by management.

On May 24, 2012, at 9:50 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Hello Angela,

I am sorry you feel this way. I was not neglecting to answer your questions, I had passed your email along to Cheryl so she could respond. I should have sent you a quick email to let you know I had done this and I apologize for not doing so. I am not property management, so I really don't have the answers to a lot of questions regarding what can or cannot be placed outside of an apartment. Cheryl had every intent to get back to you and let you know Avesta's stance on your question.

If you no longer want to do the newsletter, I understand and I will take it over. I will offer up the opportunity for others to take it over at our next Resident Council Meeting.

I know Cheryl sent you an email asking for us all to meet, which I think is a good idea. Hopefully you have time in the near future to sit down with us and talk, as we value all of your efforts and want to make sure this is resolved.

Thanks,

Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: update

Date: May 24, 2012 12:17:59 PM EDT

To: Ben Walter <bwalter@cwsarch.com>

I met with Megan and Cheryl

We have agreed to one baseline agreement to be signed that meets Avesta's stipulation for safety and nondiscrimination / non-offensiveness for people to put their art in the hallway, instead of an application for every item every time.

Also, they will be putting up hangers in the hallway so that residents can put up their art for grand opening.

It was a workable meeting. I understood their property management position and legalities better, and hopefully they understood mine, that the reason I do art is to not have a full plate of bureaucracy.

off to buy wood,

Angela

From: Ben Walter <bwalter@cwsarch.com>

Subject: RE: update

Date: May 24, 2012 12:30:12 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Great!! They will get there, eventually... baby steps lol

They thing is, they aren't artists so they don't get it.. yet. I had a long chat with Greg and he will keep working from his side and he will come to the next resident meeting with me. He and I are also going to sit down with the head of Avesta to get his leverage over management going.

See you in the morning...

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: update

Date: May 24, 2012 12:31:08 PM EDT

To: Ben Walter <bwalter@cwsarch.com>

cool!

I am happy Megan and Cheryl stepped to the fore, and had a sit-down discussion with me. I understand they are busy, however so am I.

see u tm,

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: Hello

Date: May 24, 2012 1:37:33 PM EDT

To: "Angela Cook (xubrnt@mac.com)" <xubrnt@mac.com>

Cc: Cheryl Poulin <CPoulin@avestahousing.org>

Angela,

Thank you, again, for taking the time to meet with me and Cheryl this morning. I have created a baseline agreement for the hallway and once I get approval from Hollie, I will send it along to you. Thanks so much and please let me know if you have any other questions/concerns.

Sincerely,

Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Hello

Date: May 24, 2012 4:18:11 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Thanks Megan,

I'm glad we worked this out.

Cheers,

Angela

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From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: as an idea

Date: April 7, 2012 12:04:07 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello Megan,

I got the first newsletter. I think this communique will be more cohesive and compelling if we change the dynamic, meaning that it isn't coming from outside the tenants, but within. I also think we the tenants would benefit from interviews with Avesta employees. I think this will deepen working relationships and relatedness across the board.

I think there is a way to get a greater response to the gallery events/ artist and resident meetings by targeting a background of relatedness. I think this can be accomplished with a newsletter coming from within, ie by tenant to tenants and associations.

I would be happy to work with you and take this on. I am also happy for someone else to take the reigns, if they so desire. For instance, in each newsletter:

- interviewing a tenant a month to establish a background of relatedness, with picture

-posting the date for a low-key but concerted potluck and residential meeting. (perhaps these can casually coincide with pointers to discuss in person at the time, and written copies to hand out). It may be useful to ask for people to rsvp, and with an item they may like to bring, or suggest items to bring.

-list topics of concern and to be discussed at the meeting, or to voice opinion to you, et al, via email, etc.

-announce the next gallerist (and beyond)

-feedback, followup to events, policies, etc.

-determine and announce the next residential meeting and potluck theme (and assignments)

I just see this as the opportunity for communication and meeting as a potent form of action.

Lastly, I am sorry I used "I" a lot, in these paragraphs. Not very good editing, however, (i'm) hoping you understand the facile context.

Talk soon, Megan,

Angela

--From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: as an idea

Date: April 10, 2012 11:55:04 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello Megan,

I'm going to work early for the next few days. My free time is in the evening, and Th and F, however I do not know my schedule yet.

What's your availability Th and F?

Cheers,

Angela

On Apr 10, 2012, at 9:20 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Angela,

Great! Want to set up a meeting this week to talk more in person? I will be at OSL all afternoon today or can schedule another date/time that works for you! Just let me know!

Thanks,

Megan Entwistle

Resident Services Coordinator

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: dog house

Date: April 12, 2012 2:53:42 PM EDT

To: Cheryl Poulin <cpoulin@avestahousing.org>

Hello Cheryl,

I just ran into a person with a wee dog at the elevator. She entered thru the parking lot access, and walked into the building, where she met a man at the elevator.

Having put my dog down within the year, there is a big hole where my running buddy used to be, so I notice such things, as with the building policy (no dogs in the building) per the contract I signed.

I thought you may like to know the going-ons today, and perhaps check with you as to the possibility of a dog as a "service" pet, at a later fiscally-prepared time.

Angela

From: Cheryl Poulin <CPoulin@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: dog house

Date: April 18, 2012 2:33:34 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hi Angela-

Thanks for letting me know. I can assure you that the pet policy is being followed.

In terms of having a dog as a service animal, this would be a request for a reasonable accommodation. This involves paperwork being completed and a doctor would need to sign a document stating that you have a medical condition for which it is necessary for you to have the pet.

Best,

Cheryl Poulin

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: wood shop

Date: April 13, 2012 2:21:12 AM EDT

To: Linda Gallion

Hello Rick,

Due to a confluence of using my purchasing power to acquire a cushy area rug, and the convergence of dental and car insurance in my near future, what will work best for me is meeting with you

Friday, May 4th.

We can work on the boomerang table, and perhaps get the lay of the land for the next projects...

I will also be available May 10, 11, and 12th. It may be possible to stay over, if you do not have B & B guests, or I do have a large dome tent, which may be fun to use, if you thought it was appropriate to pitch it on your property.

What I would like to do is get some orientation on projects that I can work on in conjunction with house sitting, if that works for you. It would be like a vacation from retail work, with the opportunity to immerse myself in my personal projects.

I hope everything is going well for you and Linda, et al.

Talk soon,

Angela

From: Linda Gallion

Subject: Re: wood shop

Date: April 16, 2012 7:51:35 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hi Angela,

Sorry it's taken a while to get back to you.

May 4 is a go. You can stay over whenever. Bring your tent, but if it rains, you can use a room.

I think it would be great if you could work on a project or two while house sitting.

Take care

Linda and Rick Gallion

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: news aloft

Date: April 13, 2012 6:10:52 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello,

As an introduction to the newsletter, I thought I would look at pics, etc, at the avesta site online. It seems "avesta" is a word for sacred texts of the persians ... re, when I google "avesta" there are many entries for the zooastrians etc.

As an intro to the first newsletter (and not so sacred text, but diligent in keeping a written tradition), can you find out how Avesta Housing got its name?

Thanks,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: printing

Date: April 16, 2012 10:00:41 AM EDT

To: Dominic D <dominicd@evolve2advance.com>

Hello Dominic,

If it is possible, I would like to have one of my small screens coated, and all 3 large screens. I am going to try to accomplish 2 projects on the 26th.

Do you still have the nylon additive for screen printing?

Thanks,

Angela

On Apr 15, 2012, at 7:37 PM, Dominic D wrote:

Either would be ok... 26th possibly better. What size & how many screens do you need prepped?

I hope you enjoyed the beautiful weekend. Talk soon,

Dominic

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: scooping

Date: April 20, 2012 11:22:18 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Megan

This is what I have so far for the newsletter.

These are the column sections

In View = gallery artist coverage

Community Connection = community connection point of interest

Sight lines and Shorts = welcome/greeting, news to be addressed at ircm (informal resident council meeting) and shared.

meet your neighbor= an interview

awam = a word a month

looking in = cheryl, et al, can say something here ...

looking out = contact info for avesta associates and maintenance etc.

I have used the shape of the windows on the Lofts to create the sections of the columns: a fat window shape in the middle to hold copy, and small and large rectangles on either side, plus a small window shape on the back / 2 rectangles. i can show you when I print a draft.

Can you ask Cheryl for her input, then I will print a rough draft for you all.

Also,

How would you like the contact info on the newsletter to read?

Thanks!

Angela

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: scooping

Date: April 23, 2012 8:44:50 AM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Angela

This all sounds great! I think for contact info you can give our name, job title and phone number. Do you have this info or do you need me to send it? Let me know and I will pass this on to Cheryl

Megan Entwistle

Resident Services Coordinator

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: May gallery

Date: April 15, 2012 10:24:21 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org

Megan,

Who is showing in May in the gallery? I think this should be included in the newsletter.

Thanks,

Angela

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: May gallery

Date: April 17, 2012 9:11:57 AM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Great question! Ingrid Grins will be showing in May and her exhibit is called Because the Swan's Lame.

-----Original Message-----

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: May gallery

Date: April 19, 2012 1:50:59 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hey Angela,

I just gave Ingrid your information and so hopefully she will call you soon!

Thanks,

Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: May gallery

Date: April 20, 2012 10:35:43 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Megan,

Should we pick a time and day for the resident counsel meeting for May, to put in this newsletter?

And solicit input for the meeting on a regular week/day/time in the months to follow?

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: May gallery

Date: April 23, 2012 10:32:37 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello,

I will be working on Tuesday. Often I go to work at around 4.

I can put this date and time for the meeting to see if there is a good turnout, or would you consider a morning meeting on that day, maybe around 9/10?

Can you, or Cheryl put your contact info together the way you would like it, and email it to me?

Ingrid's last name is Grins, right?

I have a resident interview today to complete my columns, and after I get your info, I can print a rough draft.

Talk soon,

Angela

On Apr 23, 2012, at 8:41 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Angela,

Sounds great! How about we aim for the 3rd Tuesday of the month and have our 1st meeting be on May 15th. Do you think a 4-5pm timeframe would work? Let me know your thoughts :) Tomorrow I will be at Oak Street and will work on some donations for events, drawings, etc.

Thanks,

Megan Entwistle

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Subject: RE: May gallery

Date: April 23, 2012 11:03:55 AM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

That is fine...9/10 works for me; I just put it in my calendar.

All you need to include is the following (you can do it in whatever format you want):

Megan Entwistle

Resident Services Coordinator

207-553-7780 ext. 288

Cheryl Poulin

Property Manager

207-553-7780 ext. 253

Hollie Sprague

Regional Property Manager

553-7780 ext. 214

Jacob Bornstein

Maintenance Technician

207-553-7777

Let me know if you have any further questions!

Thanks,

Megan Entwistle

Resident Services Coordinator

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Date: April 23, 2012 3:45:03 PM EDT

To: FedEx Office Monument SQ <usa0168@fedex.com>

Can you print one b/w copy of this pdf on letter size?

I will be over shortly to pick it up.

Thanks,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: draft

Date: April 23, 2012 3:43:52 PM EDT

To: crshughesh0es.com

Chris,

Can you read this pdf?

Angela

From: Christopher Hughes <crshughesh0es.com>

Subject: Re: draft

Date: April 23, 2012 6:13:09 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Hey,

I don't know if i would call myself "a sage"

I would clean up the last phrase of the first paragraph. i would say something like

"Concerned over the cost's and benefits of education, in comparison to the riskiness of the job market, Chris seeks alternative methods of education that is comparable to societal requisites, that does not assume quite as much financial risk."

Also SXSW is not a Venue, it's a festival.

Styxx has 2 x's, and you can type "LOVESICK" in all caps.

Hope that wasn't too picky. Thank you so much, its a great write up!

Chris

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: draft

Date: April 24, 2012 12:43:11 AM EDT

To: Christopher Hughes <crshughesh0es.com>

Chris,

Thanks for the edit.

I don't know if I am going to be able to reword the education-cost-benefits in that space. For your age, you certainly seem wise to me! I think you are sage for your time-space continuum. You are not going back, nor are you going falsely forward, and you have more in your awareness and observation than most.

How about I exchange "a sage" for "wise," and let me work on the ed-cost-benefit sentence. I'll change the other edits re festival, caps...

peace,

angela

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: print time

Date: April 24, 2012 4:16:38 PM EDT

To: Dominic D <dominicd@evolve2advance.com>

Dominic,

What time should I show up to print?

Thanks,

Angela

From: Dominic D <dominicd@evolve2advance.com>

Subject: Re: print time

Date: April 25, 2012 9:55:52 AM EDT

To: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Hi Angela,

How's 10-10:30ish..?

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: labels

Date: March 29, 2012 5:59:31 PM EDT

To: Mindy Sun <mindys@cruzlabel.com>

Mindy,

Received the package of labels today. They look great!

Thanks again,

Angela

From: dominick@t

Subject: Re: phone

Date: March 12, 2012 12:17:23 AM EDT

To: xubrnt@mac.com

Hi Angela,

I won't have a number until I receive my phone which hopefully will be by midweek. When I do receive it I will let you know.

Thanks again for the info about the mattress. I'm very interested. It's good to hear that you called her fastidious. These days with the bed bug problem I'm hesitant about buying used furniture although my budget currently is used and free. If you see Molly B and it is still available mention that I am very interested. Since I don't have a phone it makes it hard to coordinate talking with her and arranging to see it. Do you know if she lives nearby on the peninsula and her schedule? My work schedule is Sunday/Monday/Tuesday and alternate Saturday's, (not this coming Saturday), 9:30pm to 8:30am FYI.

It was great to see you the other night with Chris. She's a hoot and a half!

Thanks again for your interest in helping.

Talk to you soon neighbor!

Dominick

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Hi from Dominick

Date: March 28, 2012 9:48:28 AM EDT

To: dominick@t

Hello!

I have finished my classes, got organized, filed my IRS (why only $29 return? -- it used to be such a workable amount!) -- and found myself with a little free time, not knowing what to do with myself.

You must see my new area rug! It pulls the apartment together nicely.

Are you enjoying your new space? It is definitely a substantial upgrade, and a delight to come home too. It makes me feel less of the destitution of Maine that I have rubbed shoulders with, just a 1/4 mile away on Congress St, and more sublime relief.

My woven labels will be coming soon and I can start making prototypes of items to market. I'm still leaving the abode in barely enough time to get to work! (Such is its pull).

Enjoy your time at the B&B. The lovely weather is coming, and here to stay!

see you soon / let's make it a point~

Angela

On Mar 28, 2012, at 5:04 AM, dominick@t wrote

Hi Angela,

It's funny how being neighbors and hardly seeing you. Actually I think that we see less of each other now...so far.

I hope that you are well. I just wanted to give you my phone number. It is 207-.

I'm at work but will be heading up to Bucksport later today to spend time at the B&B. I'll be back Saturday or Sunday.

How are you?

Wishing you the best.

Dominick

From: dominick@t

Subject: Re: Re: Hi from Dominick

Date: April 2, 2012 3:34:38 AM EDT

To: xubrnt@mac.com

Hi Angela,

You are a very busy person. No surprise to me.

I do feel very fortunate still when I walk into the building and then into the apartment. Not much has changed in my apartment as of yet..can you say minimalist! Tiny steps for me. That is my life's mantra...not always.

I would love to get together.. and see your new carpet and whatever else is going on with the artistic side of you.

I also time my getting to work to the last minute as well.

Sorry that your tax refund is small.

I look forward to getting together...soon.

Dominick

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Hi from Dominick

Date: April 3, 2012 10:33:22 AM EDT

To: dominick@t

Hello Dominick!

Starting next Thursday, 830-10:00pm, I am going to start attending the pick-up dodge ball at Riverton. Would you be interested? Sounds like fun, doesn't it!

Rollerblading weather on the way ....

From: dominick@t

Subject: Re: Re: Hi from Dominick

Date: April 4, 2012 12:26:51 AM EDT

To: xubrnt@mac.com

Hi Angela,

It does sound like fun. Pick-up dodge ball, is that like regular dodge ball or does pick-up mean that you throw the ball at someone that you want to meet??? We'll talk.

I'm off from work starting Wed. afternoon till Saturday evening. I'll try calling you in the next day or so to catch up or if you hear me home knock on the door.

Dominick

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Hi from Dominick

Date: April 4, 2012 12:28:14 AM EDT

To: dominick@t

Hello,

I like the idea of throwing the ball at someone you want to meet, however I think it means in this context, that there are not teams, and teams are formed on site at the time of play.

talk soooooon,

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: little thoughts

Date: March 29, 2012 8:44:03 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Megan,

I'll see you tm, but I had a thought today, per the meeting.

I was thinking, it might be nice to be a little pro-active, in a nice way, to keep everyone on line with things you/Avesta would like them to be mindful of.

It occurred to me, the circulating air is a neat thing, as rooms shouldn't get stuff and toxic that way, but it will be important to remember, and perhaps with repetition, that the air in your apartment effects others. A reminder may help defer potential hazards. The circulation in this building, I imagine, is not like most buildings in that it is inhaling and exhaling, as with ourselves.

I was thinking it may be nice to do a community newsletter, written by the occupant/s. This could be a person, or several, and it could be rotated.

Just an idea, to get the message across with the convivial community orientation.

P.S. It really bothers me to see cig packs and bike lock packaging littered in the parking area. To me, it is showing a lack of pride and respect for this place (already!)

A community letter by community members might buoy the spirit of those that are a little lackluster. Perhaps give each resident the opportunity to pen it monthly, or bi-monthly.

Talk soon,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: little thoughts

Date: March 30, 2012 3:10:35 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Yes, this sounds like fun. Do you know Ingrid's apartment #? Maybe I can get a pic of her work on the postcard.

Perhaps we can get everyone up to speed via the internet with an email newsletter, or like a work space / calendar blog for the locals. I haven't looked into it, but I think you can get dedicated virtual space for your project and connections.

This may be a way to stay connected, communicate, in a modern fashion. Less paper waste, etc, but hopefully not less personal.

Ideas ...

As to times and dates, I haven't a clue of other peoples schedule except those around me, which seem to be opposite mine.

Is there a place to put a newsletter locally, like near the elevator, or in the elevator? Something like a community hub... In the trash room, may be an idea, because residents will probably visit that once a week.

Perhaps as a start, solicit internet community connectivity at one of these spots. Send out newsletters via the internet and posted at a hub location.

A blog may allow people to log on with their thoughts to shape the community projects. One on one is always nice, too, to see people face to face, however the options (virtual and in person) may cover the basis better.

Let me know how I can help.

Angela

On Mar 30, 2012, at 3:03 PM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Angela,

I think it would be a great idea to move forward with your newsletter suggestion in the near future! Would you like me to send out postcards to all of the residents for our first unofficial 'resident council' meeting? During this meeting we can discuss the idea of a newsletter and whatever other topics people have in mind? If so, what times/dates do you think will work best for residents? Let me know your thoughts!

Thanks,

Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: little thoughts

Date: April 2, 2012 9:36:21 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello,

For this postcard, what is the intention of the communication? I can work on the layout, and if you want to have Ingrid contact me, perhaps we can personalize it, or figure something out.

I like the idea of using the gallery area as a place to put newsletters, and to act as a physical hub and network. I'll look into online project sites, just as another way to reinforce communication of pertinent info.

One caution would be listing sensitive information that an outsider could use. A calendar of events, or reminders, or monthly newsletter posting. I'm not sure where to draw the line of too much info.

Do you want these postcards printed at Kinkos, or other, and how many?

Angela

On Apr 2, 2012, at 9:25 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Angela,

Unfortunately, I cannot give other residents apartment #'s away to anyone! Sorry! I have a meeting with her this morning if you would like me to mention this to her? That way, we can get a postcard out to everyone this week. I think coming up with a 'community hub' is a good idea...we could place the newsletters in the gallery area too as there are comfy seats to sit and read/hang out. A blog is a good idea, we would just need to make sure Avesta can monitor it somehow...because we can't have inappropriate discussions on the blog. I think all of these things will be great to discuss at an informal resident council meeting, don't you? I look forward to getting this started and appreciate your assistance :)

Megan Entwistle

Resident Services Coordinator

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: little thoughts

Date: April 5, 2012 12:00:42 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hi,

I'll see you tm at First Friday. We can discuss the details and get a postcard ready to print.

See you soon,

Angela

On Apr 5, 2012, at 9:10 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Angela,

Sorry for my seriously delayed response...this week has been a little crazy! The postcard is to let people know that we want to start a resident council and it will describe when/where our first meeting will be. Have you been able to see/contact Ingrid? Will you be at First Friday tomorrow? Maybe we can connect then?

I think we could just print the postcards here, at Avesta...but I can always see if we can get them done at Kinkos instead. We would need 21 postcards (just enough for all of the occupied units)...

Thanks,

Megan Entwistle

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: oh, you know...

Date: April 7, 2012 12:13:33 PM EDT

To: dominick@t

hello D,

sorry i missed the opportunity to dance last night. let's try again...

if you went, how was it?

are you doing anything this sunday?

i have the day off. perhaps i'll see you then ...

From: dominick@t

Subject: Re: oh, you know...

Date: April 8, 2012 12:44:55 AM EDT

To: xubrnt@mac.com

Hi A,

No I didn't go, I was tired. I also wanted company particularly going my first time.

Yes I would love to try again. I definitely want to dance.

I am working Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues 9:30p-8:30a this week. Sunday I am planning on going to First Parish church at 10:00am after work and then doing laundry and topping it off with some sleep. Life can't get more exciting!

I was surprised to hear that TD was closed on Sunday, until I heard that it was a state or city requirement.

It was great to see you. You looked fabulous.

Dominick

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Shop time

Date: April 10, 2012 12:38:43 AM EDT

To: Linda Gallion

Hello Hello!

Great to hear from you!

I'll look at my work schedule tomorrow and let you know when we can meet.

I am flexible on watching your home. Let's talk more about it.

Talk soon,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: scope

Date: April 11, 2012 8:12:32 PM EDT

To: Linda Simmon <linx0.com>

Hello,

Friday sounds good, or Saturday. I'll wait to hear from you to confirm.

Re Saturn: It feels like I have been waiting all my life, or how I have waited in the past, and I'm getting so tired of it. I also feel strong tendencies to get a place where I can have a dog. The fact of the matter is, this place is really great re the price, location, and quality. I feel I am reaching for something, in my circumstance, which doesn't make it feel quite right, like I would like a dog, but I also think, it may be just waiting for my wee pay check so I can do something, too. I think I am trying to find fault, just because I have a lot of time on my hands.

talk soon,

From: Linda Simmon <linx0.com>

Subject: RE: scope

Date: April 11, 2012 8:57:49 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

Perhaps even more than that. Remember the Libra thing about having an image in your mind of what everything in your life should be like, look like, etc. Job, home, spouse, significant other, you, car, everything. And when something doesn’t quite fit the image in your head, it nigs at you constantly and you will try to change or manipulate it into being in tune with the image. We can talk about it during our conversation as well.

Linda

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: scope

Date: April 12, 2012 9:45:39 AM EDT

To: Linda Simmon <linx0.com>

yeah, the libra thing is niggling.

easter sunday the store was closed. the forecast was for rain. i wanted to go for a long rollerblade outing. i sat the whole day inside my 8 x9' window, looking out on a beautiful day, that didn't rain!

it reminds me of the last holiday i sat out, and inactivity just rolls into more lethargy. so, i have been lethargic.

i feel like the inner critic is punting my ass constantly, for being such a time waster. i feel like i am in a vortex and i don't know how to reclaim myself: i have become the perfect retail employee, functioning to serve other people's whims, and i actually have to talk myself down out of doing something stupid at work that would get me fired.

not that work is unpleasant or not fun, just that i am getting upset at myself on the inside, and more than a little angry because there is plenty i can do with my time that doesn't need money but i have lost the ability to make me do so. last night i ate 2 frozen desserts with icecream. again, this is not what i would intend with my free time, but there. went to sleep. wake up to the same creepy lethargic day.

when i do an honest assessment of my finances, i am soluble for paying my rent, and insurance and my dentist appointment, and food, but it leaves little else for 4 weeks. I heard back from Rick about wood shop dates, and I may have to put that off for a month. I have the time, not the money to go there and back. It fatigues me to think about, and reminds me of old-hat, all my life i seem to be always waiting. (perhaps the libra thing?!)

then I start to think about maine as so unsophisticated. I don't have to put any of this into words, just flip thru the umpteen images in my head, and I start questioning my whole life and become very dissatisfied with where i am, and the fact there is no dog in my life. but i question, if i am financially where i need to be to properly take care of a dog.

my little entrepreneurial idea is ready to go into production, except i need to order #3 zipper and zip pulls. I have #5, and it makes a choppy prototype. I need to order these items on a roll and in bulk plus shipping. So, production has stalled until I feel I can afford these items and i stare at the project spread out on my floor and just try to forget about it by napping.

somewhere in there is a fear of exposing myself. once it comes time to have a product and market it. i "feel" a little lackluster about that because, i don't know. it brings back an old fear, of being seen. And, the thoughts come up of you saying that i don't want to see myself, and i think you may be right.

there was a application circulated for the gallery space downstairs. it bummed me out right away. i am not motivated to show little arts and crafts work. i want to move people and leave foot prints however, i dont think i want to be exposed locally. there is a huge chasm between where i am and where i want to be. the libra picture thingy, no doubt. i just haven't dug in with what i've got and started working it.

i don't know what i am waiting for. My life doesn't require much of me, as it is. I no longer have a pet that needs to be processed daily with its needs. My billing is automatically deducted from my bank account. My income is automatically deposited. I have books that line the wall, that I stare at the titles like a mosaic. in all this doing-nothingness, and ideation of doingness, i don't feel i have energy for it "all." i have a serious case of ennui in there somewhere.

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: Oak Street Lofts Unit Paint Colors

Date: April 25, 2012 2:03:52 AM EDT

To: dominick@t

right on!

going to bed now...

ciao!

On Apr 25, 2012, at 1:59 AM, dominick@t wrote:

Hi Angela,

You're a doll. Thank you sooo much!

My partner David is planning on visiting this Thursday til Saturday. I hope that you get a chance to meet

Dominick

On Apr 25, 2012, Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com> wrote:

Begin forwarded message:

From: Tom Burrill <tburrill@wright-ryan.com>

Date: April 24, 2012 4:44:50 PM EDT

To: Rodney Collard <rcollard@wright-ryan.com>, "xubrnt@mac.com" <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: RE: Oak Street Lofts Unit Paint Color

Angela,

Hope this helps, just curious how you ended up with our contact information?

Thanks

From: Rodney Collard  Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 4:39 PM To: xubrnt@mac.com Cc: Tom Burrill Subject: Oak Street Lofts Unit Paint Colors

Angela,

Please see the information below that you requested:

Let me know if you require any further clarification.

Thank you,

Rodney Collard

Project Engineer

Wright-Ryan Construction ,Inc.

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: draft

Date: April 23, 2012 3:42:20 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Megan,

Can you read this pdf?

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: draft

Date: April 23, 2012 4:10:00 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

yes, pass it on...

the back is a side window panel:

looking in/ larger rectangle

(cheryl / et al)

and

looking out/ smaller rectangle

(contacts / information)

There will be room to post and address and send it thru the mail.

There is a lot of interconnectedness already, with the few people I have spoken with. We have resources to create synergy :)

talk soon,

Angela

On Apr 23, 2012, at 4:07 PM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

OMGoodness! I love it J Very nice work! I will print a copy off tomorrow while at OSL and see if I have any edits…want me to pass this on to Hollie and Cheryl to look at?

Thanks,

Megan

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: draft

Date: April 25, 2012 11:50:07 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello Megan,

With Chris and Ingrid, I have given them a copy of my rough draft, and they have supplied me with edit and revision. So, the pdf I sent you is the rough, and I will provide the final.

Did Cheryl want to add something? I have room on the back, in a window pane shape.

This will be my protocol, to give a rough draft to whomever is interviewed. I met with Ingrid today. She feels vulnerable as an artist for people to know why the swan is lame, or basically anything about her.

I expressed that it is brave to be vunerable, and make this personal connection with her art and people. There is no way to avoid that as an artist. However, I am glad I took this time to get feed back because people are sensitive about what is put into the written word.

This is an opportunity for Ingrid to step out of her shell, and feel supported by the community she lives. We are all in the same boat...

Any thoughts? Looking good?

talk soon,

Angela

On Apr 25, 2012, at 9:59 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Angela,

Last quick question: I am assuming you received permission from Chris to write his story, but just want to verify that he knows this will be in the newsletter and distributed to all residents.

Thanks,

Megan Entwistle

Resident Services Coordinator

mentwistle@avestahousing.org

From: Megan Entwistle

Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 9:49 AM

To: 'Angela Cook'

Subject: RE: draft

Angela,

It looks great! A couple of suggestions: 1) Hollie’s name is with an ie and not a y. 2) Could you put our contact information and our titles too, just as a reminder?

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: hyperallergic

Date: April 24, 2012 11:22:33 AM EDT

To: "Suzanne L.F. Gagnon"

thanks for the hyperallergic link.

i really enjoyed bradford's paintings.

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: newsletter layout

Date: April 30, 2012 8:21:03 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <mentwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hello Megan,

I want to do the final preparation on the newsletter and send you the pdf. Can you tell me if the newsletter is going to be mailed and/or hand delivered? And will it be folded in half or in thirds?

Do you want Avesta housing / address on it, or is this something that you will put on at the time of delivery?

Thanks,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: oakstreetlofts newsletter

Date: April 30, 2012 9:47:17 PM EDT

To: "Suzanne L.F. Gagnon" Virginia Collins

Hello,

Sorry I missed you Friday. I think I have allergies and haven't been feeling ... zesty, to say the least.

This is the newsletter for Oak Street Lofts. I volunteered, because the first one that came from management was too vapid for my tastes (!) No offense -- just thought someone on the inside could casually do it better.

See you soon,

From: Virginia Collins

Subject: Re: oakstreetlofts newsletter

Date: April 30, 2012 11:10:58 PM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

very cool... Want to go to Styx on one of Chris' DJ nights? V

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Fwd: newsletter

Date: May 1, 2012 11:40:32 AM EDT

To: Cheryl Poulin <cpoulin@avestahousing.org>

Hi Cheryl,

I am picking up a few copies of the newsletter from Kinkos for my purposes. I will post one in the elevator and near the mail boxes. The copies we received today are too faint to read. If you would like to get copies for each apartment or have extra in the lobby, I would be happy to get them and distribute.

Kinkos is .11 a copy plus tax, for reference. They may be cheaper if you do it yourself, which I can do with one hard copy, which I have on hand.

Let me know what you think.

Angela

Begin forwarded message:

From: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Date: May 1, 2012 11:22:14 AM EDT

To: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: newsletter

Can you work with Cheryl to figure it out?! She will be able to tell you what's best!

Megan Entwistle

Mentwistle@avestahousing.org

On May 1, 2012, at 10:21 AM, "Angela Cook" <xubrnt@mac.com> wrote:

Hello,

Just got a copy in my door. It is hard to read due to the lack of saturation in the ink.

Honestly, I wouldn't bother reading it, in that it is faint and difficult.

Do you want me to get copies at kinkos for the elevator and gallery space, and/or more?

I am getting some for myself, and to send to people that are art-related friends.

Angela

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: Re: newsletter F and B

Date: April 30, 2012 9:01:27 PM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Angela,

Got and can read it. The only thing is when I print, it seems to cut

off part of the bottom of the first page. Also, how did you envision

this to look when I print them out? If you used Publisher, I can help

tweak your document...

Also, do you mind adding Cheryl and Hollie's email?

CPoulin@avestahousing.org and HSprague@avestahousing.org

Let me know your thougths.

From: Angela Cook [mailto:fabric8@mac.com]

Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 12:23 PM

To: Megan Entwistle

Subject: Re: newsletter F and B

Should I send this to kinkos to get a print and then deliver a hard copy to you?

I published it in adobe illustrator.

Angela

On Apr 30, 2012, at 2:39 PM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Hey Angela,

I think it would be most cost effective for us to print it at the Avesta office. I just don't know how you want it to look...right now I can print front and back...the back would just be the small panel.

Thanks,

Megan

Hi Megan,

I ran off to work this afternoon. My computer wasn't registering that it sent you an email, so I left a hard copy at Avesta.

The back is a slim column, originally intended for a 3 fold, but I think it will work for a center fold with the content positioned off to one side.

Tuesday, I don't go to work until 430pm, so I can change this and resend a copy.

Sorry about the gap in communication.

Talk soon,

Angela

From: Angela Cook <fabric8@mac.com>

Subject: Re: newsletter F and B

Date: May 1, 2012 9:48:00 AM EDT

To: Megan Entwistle <MEntwistle@avestahousing.org>

Hi Megan,

The back column, is meant to be just off to one side, but I am not particular in the positioning. Just thinking about content.

I can resize it in the future to take up half of the back, if that makes it easier, too.

No worries, and we'll figure it out.

Angela

On May 1, 2012, at 8:48 AM, Megan Entwistle wrote:

Hey Angela,

No worries. I will do my best and get this looking the way you intended. I would say let's mess around with it a bit more, but I am on a wicked time crunch as I am leaving for a conference this morning! Let's chat when I get back...I think it looks great, but I obviously want the final product to be exactly what you were expecting...will do my best, but no promises as I'm not sure I can center the back column...we shall see!

Thanks,

Megan Entwistle

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Re: newsletter F and B

Date: May 1, 2012 1:35:44 PM EDT

To: Cheryl Poulin <CPoulin@avestahousing.org>

Yes, I can.

I put one in the elevator at at the mail boxes, using blue tape.

When will you be by?

On May 1, 2012, at 1:32 PM, Cheryl Poulin wrote:

Reprinted them…they are dark now. If I drop them off to you, are you able to distribute?

Thanks so much for doing this!!

Cheryl Poulin

From: Angela Cook <xubrnt@mac.com>

Subject: Fwd: newsletter

Date: May 1, 2012 4:15:01 PM EDT

To: Linda Simmon <linx0.com>

Hello,

I finished the newsletter. It has helped me see myself as an artist, and realize similarities vs thinking I am singular in my circumstance / desire / ambition.

The woman I interviewed for the Gallery show wanted to be a dancer but her mother couldn't afford lessons. I was told "we" couldn't afford lessons as well.

As I was older, I visited my Dad, and looked at old photographs, of my older sister, starting out fresh when the family was new ... she had dance lessons galore, and outfits, and professional photo shoots.

I think not having enough money is code for something deeper. As my dad said, no amount of money would be enough for my mother.

Re, her son dying in the bath tub and the necessity of having to move from a thoughtlessly opinionated community -- my mom got stuck in the hoops. Therefore, when I come around further down the line of kids, I am told I am messy and can't have anyone over, ever.

It wasn't until college until I looked at myself and reflected back that I wasn't messy, or dirty, but in fact very organized and tidy.

Any way, old territory.

A few days ago, I went for a run. It has been windy here and so there is a lot of resistance to exercise outside. I have been re-hab-ing my ankle, as it gets stiff with exercise, and it seems my hips get stiff from running now that the orthotics present new angles to my anatomy in motion.

I went running at the fields where Honie and I ran. Half way out, I started to breathe and to cry. I cried at the trees, and began my resistance trek back to the car. What is it about the wind out here that you can get a 360 head wind, but no direction pushes at your back?!

That was a gloomy day. I think I also have allergies for the first time in my life, and it has left me a little lack luster. I slept 14 hours and still woke up tired.

I went for a small measured run the next day, around the Back Bay which is about 1 mile from where I live. I cried a little there, too, because I enjoy running, and I haven't really connected with it for over a year.

I think running is causing me to breathe deep and feel in a certain way. Not as gloomy, still as stuffy,

Angela

P.S. I sent this to the architect of the lofts here, and he wants to meet as he has ideas from the conception of the building. Kind of excited to get the attention of someone professional and capable. Kind of excited about networking, which hasn't been something that is natural to me.

Hope you are well,

From: Linda Simmon <linx0.com>

Subject: RE: newsletter

Date: May 2, 2012 2:37:12 PM EDT

To: 'Angela Cook' <xubrnt@mac.com>

I like the newsletter.

Much of what you are feeling is still part of the grieving process. We keep going over the various stages until it is resolved. I am still going through a few of the stages re the animals that I lost (because of my fault) about 13 years ago. Can't get through and probably never will the guilt. Still cry when I think of it.

But it is part of who I am now and it keeps me in line in many ways because of the little lives that depend on me now.

The being tired, definite sure sign of depression which is something I've actually been dealing with a bit lately. Either that or just being overloaded which lowers our resistance not only to germs etc. but to negative emotions as well.

Trust that you will work through it and keep moving forward.

Linda

From: dominick@t

Subject: Hi from Dominick

Date: May 2, 2012 1:28:08 AM EDT

To: xubrnt@mac.com

Hi Angela,

Hope that you are doing well.

Thank you for the Oak Street Loft newsletter and for your time putting it together.

It was good to see you at Trader Joes on Sunday.

David is suppose to be coming for another quick visit, even shorter than last weeks, this Friday and leaving Saturday morning. The UU Church that I attend here is having an auction on Friday night at the Portland Club on State Street. We donated another 2 night stay at Williams Pond Lodge Bed and Breakfast, (www.williamspondlodge.com ).

Hope that we get a chance to see you soon.

Dominick