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Kathleen Borgueta - An Angel's Voice at Washington's National Cathedral

Reblogger Janis Borgueta
Industry Observer

 

Kathleen and PatThank you Pat Kennedy!

I was so surprised this week when I received a phone call from Pat. She was calling me after attending a service at the National Cathedral in Washington DC. My daughter Kathleen was the soloist.  Pat had seen me write about it on Facebook and knew I couldn't attend. 

I have never met Pat IRL, but she was happy to take time out at the end of her day to go and listen. ActiveRain inspires the  mindset to do things like this. Pat introduced herself to Kathleen after the service and took this photo. Kathleen was surprised to meet her, but knew about Pat as I have previously spoken of my AR Realtor friends. ActiveRain friendships are like that. She not only knew about Pat being a DC Realtor, but remembered the famous Willie the Labradoodle. Thanks again Pat, you are the Best!

Original content by Patricia Kennedy AB95346

Kathleen Borgueta - An Angel's Voice at Washington's National Cathedral

Last week, I happened to stumble on a note that Janis Borgueta posted on Facebook, mentioning that she was so proud of her songbird daughter, Kathleen, who was going to be singing at the National Cathedral on Wednesday evening.  So, of course, I had to check it out.

Now, to sing at the National Cathedral, you have to be really, really good - even to sing in the choir.  But Kathleen was the main soloist for a festive Choral Evensong to install a new Canon for the Episcopal Diocese of Washington.  So that means she is completely amazing. 

Her voice was so pure and clear and beautiful that listening made my heart skip a beat.  Her angelic voice in the almost overwhelming cathedral setting was such a wonderful way to end a day of intense negotiations on a favorite listing. 

Thank you, Kathleen!

[Here is a link to the entire service.  Kathleen begins to sing about 12 minutes into it]

Comments(19)

Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Janis, what an honor, and Kathleen must be an accomplished singer!     Pat was very nice to attend!

Jun 13, 2014 10:57 PM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

Thanks Joan!

Always great to get to know more AR peeps. How wonderful of Pat to attend. 

Jun 13, 2014 11:56 PM
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Janis, it was an honor to attend that service.  And I've been to lots of weddings and funerals there, and the place always seemed a little bit, um, stuffy.  But not on Wednesday night.  I'm so glad they had the video of the service so you could see your beautiful daughter in action.

Jun 14, 2014 12:53 AM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

Thanks Pat!!  Next time I'm in DC let's meet up!!

Jun 14, 2014 01:39 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Janis- this brought a huge smile to my face.  THIS is why we're all here and enjoy being here.  That was so sweet of Pat!

Jun 14, 2014 04:52 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Jun 14, 2014 10:58 AM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

Thanks Kathy!! Yes,this is why we are here in ActiveRain. The learning, sharing, caring and working together. While I don't know everyone, it is like having a family all over the country.

Jun 14, 2014 11:17 AM
John Wiley
Fort Myers, FL
Lee County, FL, ECO Broker, GRI, SRES,GREEN,PSA

Janis, this post was such a pleasant read because it focused on people sharing. I am sure there are many on AR that were inspired.

Thanks

Jun 14, 2014 10:00 PM
Mitchell J Hall
Manhattan, NY
Lic Associate RE Broker - Manhattan & Brooklyn

How lovely is this. What an honor for you and for your daughter to sing at The National Cathedral. Icing on the cake having Pat blog about it.

Jun 14, 2014 10:26 PM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

John- the people here on AR do things like this. I have met quite a few in person and it has been amazing!

Mitchell- Yes.. It was quite the honor for Kathleen!! and the icing is super sweet indeed.

Jun 14, 2014 10:38 PM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Janis, I love hearing these stories of people helping each other and getting together because of Active Rain. Awesome!

Jun 14, 2014 11:12 PM
Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor

What an awesome story and how wonderful that Pat Kennedy attended but I am not surprised. I have met her a couple of times while up in DC and she is indeed that kind of person.

Jun 15, 2014 02:53 AM
Pamela Seley
West Coast Realty Division - Murrieta, CA
Residential Real Estate Agent serving SW RivCo CA

Janis, Thanks to Pat Kennedy we got to hear your daughter's beautiful voice. You must be proud, 

Jun 15, 2014 04:09 AM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

Janis, such a cool thing for Pat to do. That's just what I would expect from her.

Jun 15, 2014 05:31 AM
Jane Chaulklin-Schott
TEAMCONNECT REALTY - (407) 394-9766 - Orlando, FL
TeamConnect Luxury Homes - Orlando, Florida, 32836

Janis, I just watched the video of the service at Washington's National Cathedral. It was nice for Pat Kennedy to share with us and let us know about the video. You must be honored and pleased to have a beautiful daughter, and yes, one that sings like an angel. I was happy to see your daughter and hear her pure and lovely voice (by way of the video).

Jun 15, 2014 08:04 AM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

AR is the best for making great contacts and friends. Where else would anyone care to make the effort?!? I am happy Pat was able to go and that all of you were able to see the video. My daughter is still amazed by the comments and actual interest that everyone has shown.

Jun 15, 2014 09:21 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

How wonderful - for your daughter and Pat!   What a beautiful voice Kathleen has!

Jun 15, 2014 09:52 AM
Janis Borgueta
Newburgh, NY
Retired RE Salesperson

Thanks Kat!! I truly appreciate the comments.

Jun 15, 2014 09:52 AM
John F Muscarella
RIVER FARM PROPERTIES, LLC - Venice, FL
Broker/Owner, Venice, FL, Florida's Suncoast

Great to have the chance to hear a voice that makes you stop and truly enjoy the moment.  ANd even better to write and tell those involved.

Jun 15, 2014 07:08 PM