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I got MEMED!!! What is MEME??

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Real Estate Agent with Re/Max Garden City Realty Inc., Brokerage

Ok, so I got memed... Once I acknowledged that fact I realized that I didn't know what "meme" was. I'm brand new to Real Estate and brand new to Active Rain and there is so much to learn.

For all of you that don't know what meme is here is a definition: It's a thought stream carried from one person to another, or, to be more precise, a "unit of cultural information transferable from one mind to the other," so says Wikipedia. Basically, it's the blogging equivalent of a chain letter. The cool thing about blogging is that the meme can be tracked. Entire websites are devoted to doing just that.

The person that nominated me for "meme" was a cheerful fellow named Jeff Kessler. Thank you Jeff. I'm beginning to realize that in Real Estate world you have to learn and learn fast even when it comes to "playing in the Rain", so here I am trying to learn fast how to do this "meme" thing.

Now on to 5 things about me. Are you ready for a ride??

1. I was born in Poland. When I was 15 years old, my parents decided to immigrate in search of a better life. My dad had to go alone at first leaving my mom, me and my sister behind. We couldn't go together as a family because I was in high school then and school board did not give us the permssion for me to interrupt my school year. My dad went to Italy and from there to Canada. We were all reunited after 2 years of separation. I don' t know how my parents did it. It must have been so hard. I have endless love and respect for them. My home town in Canada is Toronto. That's where we settled when we first arrived in Canada.

2. I'm married and have 5 beautiful children. 4 from my first marriage (15 year old girl, 13 year old twin girls and 11 year old boy). The youngest one from current marriage was born in March of last year and so she is only 16 months old. Being a mom, I'm sure my Real Estate carrier will be challenging, but rewarding as well. I also have been blessed with a wonderful and supportive husband who is behind me 100% whichever road I decide to take.

3. I have a lot of interests outside of my proffessional life. I am a runner, I love golf and I bowl from time to time. I also love reading and I'm working on my own home library. As a runner, I've participated in number of local races such as Run for the Cure 5K, Robbie Burns 8K and Toronto Sporting Life 10K.

4. I'm a big hockey fan. My team is the Toronto Maple Leafs. Yes, I know they haven't won the Stanley Cup in 40 years, but they are my home team and I'm loyal to them. Every season is a new season and being a positive person I believe that it's never over until it's really over, therefore each season I'm full of hope.

5. I've been interested in Real Estate for a while, but it wasn't until I was on Maternity Leave with my youngest, that I decided to take a plunge and change carriers. I have a lot of passion for Real Estate, I love challenge and I know this has been a right path for me to take. There is nothing better than finding that perfect home for your buyer or helping your seller sell their current house and enable them to pursue dreams of finding more suitable abode.

Now is the time to nominate 3 other lucky Active Rain members:

1. Cheri Smith - because she inspired me as a mom of 6 children balancing her Real Estate career and family.  Good job Cheri!!!

2. Ginny Theriot from Harris County, Texas - another Real Estate Mom.. Cheers!!!

3. Judi Glamb from Bucks County, Pennsylvania - A new AR addict.. Good luck on your Active Rain journey Judi!!!

I hope you've enjoyed this as much as I did.

Monika Murray

 

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David M. Childress
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - Akron, OH
I would love to be your RealtorĀ® in Akron Ohio!
Hello Monika, I, too, was meme'd today. I have been reading for a few hours on exactly what it means and how to respond. I am kinda private, ya know? I read that this a little old, but the AR oldies are tapping newbies. From what I see it is really a good thing, initiation, get to know each other better, etc. It works, because I know you now. What a great story and parents. I wish they had come to the USA, they sound wonderful! Regards, David
Jul 23, 2007 03:04 PM
Jeff Kessler
Austin Homes, Realtors www.OwnAustin.com - Austin, TX
Broker,CLHMS,GRI

Nice job on the Meme and welcome to Real Estate.  I hope you succeed in all you do.  If you ever have any questions, maybe I can help.  I like like hockey as well, but now living in the South I don't get to see it as much or have as many friends interested in it. 

J.

 

Jul 23, 2007 03:27 PM
Katerina Gasset
The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services - Provo, UT
Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!
You did  a great job on your Meme. It is so fun to get to know each other and the wonderful folks here on Active Rain. Thanks for the personal info. I too am a mom. I have 6 of my own and 2 stepchildren. I have been in Real Estate for 25+ years. I also own different businesses over the course of my lifetime thus far. I love people and helping people. Good to get to know you! Katerina
Jul 26, 2007 12:47 AM
Jo-Anne Smith
Oakville, ON

Good morning, Monika !  Welcome to ActiveRain and also to the Real Estate Industry in Ontario ! 

I thoroughly enjoyed reading your meme. Congratulations on combining real estate with the raising of 5 children. When I first began in real estate, I was a single Mom to 3 small boys, so I know it is not easy being a parent and a REALTOR. I have relatives in the Hamilton-Burlington area so I will keep you in mind for any referrals . If ever I can help you out with anything, please don't hesitate to call on me.

Jo 

Aug 21, 2007 11:06 PM
Monika Murray
Re/Max Garden City Realty Inc., Brokerage - Burlington, ON
Burlington/Flamborough Real Estate
Thank you Jo for your kind offer!!
Aug 24, 2007 03:10 PM