https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks en-us 2022-05-23 19:44:53 UTC 2025-11-03 09:15:19 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2655038935 2023-08-02 22:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2655038935 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659490738 Faybia Clayborne]]> 2023-08-10 14:26:31 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659490738 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659530375 Congratulations on your retirement Gloria!!
Sheila Veasley]]> 2023-08-10 15:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659530375 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659544423 Gloria. I'm so excited you get to enter that next chapter in life. I'm praying you enjoy the many restful days to come!

Jay Harris]]> 2023-08-10 15:40:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659544423 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659619354 You will be dearly missed and your legacy will remain. It's been an honor working with (and learning from) you the last few years of your career. May you have plenty of health, happiness and friendship around you to enjoy a long retirement. 

Gerardo Acosta]]> 2023-08-10 17:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659619354 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659732671

]]> 2023-08-10 21:49:07 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2659732671 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660226076 I hope you will enjoy every minute of the next phase of your life. May your Retirement be the best part of your life, yet to come! I will miss seeing that beautiful smile!

Joyce Thurman]]> 2023-08-11 13:46:30 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660226076 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660251746 Katie Vogle]]> 2023-08-11 14:30:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660251746 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660297031 Congratulations!  You are leaving after a successful 40+ years as a civil servant. Who would have thought it could seem so brief of a time?  You are leaving us in a good place moving forward. I will miss our talks. It was an honor and privilege to work with you. So excited for you!!!

Debra]]> 2023-08-11 15:45:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660297031 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660359280 I am so happy for you! It was great working with you all those years in Water. I wish you a wonderful retirement!  Enjoy it!!
All the best,
Terry Mendiola]]> 2023-08-11 17:48:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660359280 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660364483 So happy for you! Wishing you all the best.
Lorraine Dixon]]> 2023-08-11 18:00:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660364483 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660367823 I wish you the best in your next adventures, Gloria!  In addition to your counsel, I will miss your infectious laugh.  All my best wishes for you,
Doug Jacobson]]> 2023-08-11 18:07:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660367823 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660369980 Congratulations!! Best wishes for this phase of your life. Your smile is contagious - keep smiling.
Raji Josiam]]> 2023-08-11 18:12:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660369980 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660372694 I will always remember those old days when both you and I worked in Water. Please enjoy your retirement. You have worked hard for EPA and you deserve it.

Abu Senkayi]]> 2023-08-11 18:19:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660372694 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660373408 2023-08-11 18:20:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660373408 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660375024 2023-08-11 18:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660375024 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660378216 Edwin Quinones]]> 2023-08-11 18:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660378216 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660378388 I'm so excited for you and this next phase in life.  May you have a long, relaxing and enjoyable retirement.  You will be missed.  All the best!
Wendy Jacques ]]> 2023-08-11 18:28:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660378388 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660386765 Lauren Ray, GW/UIC Section]]> 2023-08-11 18:47:13 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660386765 berryn45 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660396560 Congratulations!
Wishing you all the very best. May God continue to order your steps in this next phase of your life. 
Blessings!
-Natalie Berry]]> 2023-08-11 19:09:37 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660396560 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660405242 We will always have Spring Valley! Continued good health & happiness forever!]]> 2023-08-11 19:24:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660405242 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660417996 Even though we never worked together, it was a pleasure being a part of the EPA "family" with you, in and out of the office.  I always appreciate your upbeat attitude and love of the arts.  See you at the symphony! sometime. 
Peace, Kathleen Aisling]]> 2023-08-11 19:57:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660417996 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660447254 Hey lady,
Congratulations! ENJOY!

Ron Shannon]]> 2023-08-11 21:21:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660447254 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660447689 Hey lady,
ENJOY!

Ron Shannon]]> 2023-08-11 21:22:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660447689 pcharles438 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660483534 2023-08-12 00:06:32 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660483534 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660628623 Thank you for all your efforts to secure environmental justice for our communities.
We wish you wonderful new adventures and smooth sailing in the years ahead. Enjoy!!

L. Watchempino ]]> 2023-08-12 13:15:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660628623 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660701882 Given and given until it is time to rest and play! I am glad to have worked with you Gloria. In the throes of the pandemic you turned your camera on and met me where we were at. You have been personally available and professionally committed to good work. Thank you! May you be healthy and happy in retirement. -Kathryn S. Becker, New Mexico Environment Department ]]> 2023-08-12 19:14:23 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2660701882 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661152114 Estimada Gloria It has been almost 18 years of having the pleasure of knowing and working with you from the time at PPD to this past year in which you were our voice and presence at the front office. Enjoy traveling around the world knowing that at one point our paths will cross, BUT most important have a fully day by day moments with your  family. I have had the blessing of knowing you and as Gerardo and all of us at management have expressed you will be missed. Saludos desde El Paso del Norte Dr Carlos A Rincon]]> 2023-08-14 04:05:50 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661152114 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661428163 May God continue to Bless You during your retirement! - Amber Garcia-Aranoz]]> 2023-08-14 11:27:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661428163 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661435920 Wishing you the best in your life journey of retirement.  You are truly a role model of what a true leader, should be: passion for others, commitment and dedication, kindness, and a gentle spirit.

May you be blessed!

Kilty

]]> 2023-08-14 11:44:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661435920 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661450186 Best whishes on the other side of life!!!
Maria Okpala]]> 2023-08-14 12:11:48 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661450186 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661457884 Gloria, May you enjoy many, many great and new memories on this next chapter in life's journey.  I am truly grateful for the treasures of the  decades  we spent together at the EPA.  

All the best,
Judy Edelbrock]]> 2023-08-14 12:25:46 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661457884 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661462154 Congratulations on a well deserved retirement.  You have been such a steady presence in Region 6 - it's hard to imagine it without you.  Thank you for all of your help over the years, particularly with Crossett.  Have a wonderful retirement doing everything you want to do!
Margaret Osbourne]]> 2023-08-14 12:33:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661462154 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661493268 Gloria -- It has been a pleasure working with you over the years and wish it could continue.  But I know that it can't.  Wishing you many blessings on your new journey.  Enjoy and stay well.

Victoria Robinson]]> 2023-08-14 13:23:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661493268 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661516495 Though I've never met you, I have seen your name on several emails sent my way. Therefore, all the way from Oklahoma I wanted to take the time to congratulate you Soror, and wish you the best in your retirement. May God richly bless you. 

Shenice Huff
Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City, Inc.]]> 2023-08-14 13:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661516495 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661532220 Congratulations and Best wishes. This is when the fun begins.  You have served well and are ready for the next adventure. I hope that this next phase is filled with joy and laughter.  All the best! 
Althea]]> 2023-08-14 14:12:37 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661532220 cvaldes111 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661532324 Best wishes to you on this next journey! 
Carolina]]> 2023-08-14 14:12:46 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661532324 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661535030 2023-08-14 14:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661535030 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661582439 Gloria, 
So happppppppy for you!  And maybe a little envious!! Thank you so much for all of the contributions that you've made to the people of the United States through our EPA programs. Congratulations for taking this big step and I hope you have wonderful things planned for your next stage of life. Will miss our once in a while check-ins!! Take care!!!
Denise Hamilton ]]> 2023-08-14 15:16:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661582439 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661591951 Ginny Vietti]]> 2023-08-14 15:27:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661591951 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661595382 Though long awaited, retirement has finally arrived. May you enjoy your days and evenings doing whatever you want whenever you want, without early alarms, schedules, or time constraints, except for the ones you impose. You will be missed and along with your leaving will go years of experience, knowledge, and learning that will be hard to replace. Have fun and enjoy your future of relaxing days ahead. Janice Olson]]> 2023-08-14 15:32:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661595382 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661682032 Wishing you congratulations on your retirement. Have fun and stay healthy! I'm sure you will find plenty of activities to keep you occupied. Wanda]]> 2023-08-14 17:34:30 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661682032 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661691014 Congratulations, Gloria! It was wonderful working with you, and you will be so missed. I wish you all the happiness in the world on your next adventure. 

Diana Greiner]]> 2023-08-14 17:47:04 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661691014 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661692710 Dinesh Senghani]]> 2023-08-14 17:49:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661692710 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661731542 Blessings on your new adventure.
Elizabeth Reyes :)]]> 2023-08-14 18:48:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661731542 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661753982 It's been wonderful working with you. I will miss you and hope you enjoy your well deserved retirement!
Ray Flores]]> 2023-08-14 19:25:04 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661753982 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661765855 It truly has been an honor to get to know you over the past couple of years. Your professionalism, knowledge, and kindness has always shined through. May all your future endeavors be blessed with joy and happiness. 
"Retirement is not the end of the road. It is the beginning of the open highway."
-Unknown.

Wishing you all the best!

Chad Larsen]]> 2023-08-14 19:44:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661765855 evansdiane https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661773484 Congratulations on an amazing career, Gloria! I'm wishing you many happy, healthy years in retirement, full of everything you want to do!
Diane Evans]]> 2023-08-14 19:58:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661773484 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661828308 Wishing you well in the next chapter of your life. Thank you for providing wise counsel and someone to talk with during our work at OCTEA. Best regards, Randy Gee]]> 2023-08-14 21:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661828308 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661873255 Congratulations, Gloria. So happy and jealous. Enjoy and have fun! 
Nevine Salem]]> 2023-08-14 23:44:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2661873255 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662322422 Congratulations Gloria! 
I know you will enjoy your retirement.  You will be missed here at EPA. I wish you the best. May God bless you as you enter into the next chapter of your life, which will be the best chapter.  Best wishes,

Monica Burrell]]> 2023-08-15 10:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662322422 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662328988 Congratulations on your decision to retire.  Enjoy all that life has to offer as you begin your new chapter.  May it be full of adventures, happiness and health.   
Monica Smith]]> 2023-08-15 10:57:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662328988 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662336814 Wishing you all the best in this next chapter!

Sondra McDonald]]> 2023-08-15 11:15:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662336814 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662343332 I am so happy and grateful I had an opportunity to work with and learn from you. I miss you and look forward to keeping in touch. Big hugs my friend. ]]> 2023-08-15 11:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662343332 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662353635 Congratulations Gloria!!
Best wishes in this next chapter of your life.  May your heart be feel with goodness and happiness and may God continue to bless you this day forward. 
Agatha]]> 2023-08-15 11:50:32 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662353635 rosboroughevelyn1 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662421056 Congratulations Gloria,
I am so excited for you! Wishing you the best as you venture off into this next chapter of your life. Enjoy and Happy Retirement!!
Evelyn R.]]> 2023-08-15 13:33:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662421056 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662444220 Congratulations on your retirement!! I wish you all the best in this exciting new chapter! You have been a pillar of the EJ program at EPA, and you will be missed. Now, get some rest and have lots of fun!
Arati Tripathi]]> 2023-08-15 13:59:41 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662444220 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662480978 I wish you all the very best in your retirement. Well done, thou good and faithful servant! (Matthew 25:21). 
Kyndall Cox]]> 2023-08-15 14:40:41 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662480978 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662485569 Wishing you the best in retirement. You were always a joy to work with, and your humor will be missed.
Blake Atkins]]> 2023-08-15 14:45:31 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662485569 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662492060 It's been a pleasure getting to know you and work with you. You'll be dearly missed but you've worked so hard for this milestone. I hope you're able to scratch off many items from your bucket list. CONGRATULATIONS!

-Nabil]]> 2023-08-15 14:50:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662492060 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662494334 From our state team days up through now its always been great to be on the same path as you.  Now who will be around to keep me on that path?  Very happy for you and with that I say Aloha my friend. -- Randy Rush]]> 2023-08-15 14:53:10 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662494334 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662499893 All the best for a long, happy and healthy retirement! Jim Brown]]> 2023-08-15 14:59:49 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662499893 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662507589 Gloria,
Well...you did it!  You've taken the plunge into your well deserved retirement.  You have every reason to be proud of the work you have done and the difference you have made during your career.   It has been my pleasure to work alongside of you at EPA.  Even more so, it is my treasure to have gained your friendship for all of these years.  I'm excited for you and I know that you will enjoy your well planned retirement.  May you be Blessed to have good health, plenty of rest, and all the best in your future endeavors.  Congratulations on your Retirement!  

Mona Tates]]> 2023-08-15 15:09:37 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662507589 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662517825 Melissa Smith]]> 2023-08-15 15:21:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662517825 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662529285 You have worked hard and earned the right to play hard.  Enjoy the rest, peace, and ease that comes with a job well done! Many blessings.

Dena Hurst]]> 2023-08-15 15:33:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662529285 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662552673 I enjoyed working with you and getting to know you when you were in the Air Division. I wish you a joyful and long retirement!
Lots of love - Carrie Paige]]> 2023-08-15 16:02:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662552673 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662577934 Wishing you all the best.
Lydia Johnson

]]> 2023-08-15 16:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662577934 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662587857 Gloria, congratulations and best wishes to you on your retirement! You'll be missed.
Tomika McGee]]> 2023-08-15 16:51:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662587857 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662612788 Congratulations on your well-deserved retirement and your fantastic career!! Best wishes on your new adventure. I have enjoyed knowing and working with you.  You will be greatly missed. Wishing you great Health, Happiness, and Good Vibes.
Erica Le Doux]]> 2023-08-15 17:22:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662612788 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662691899 Happy Retirement! Congratulations on this new phase of your life, Gloria. May all your hopes and plans come true!

- Lee McMillan]]> 2023-08-15 18:59:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2662691899 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2663571582 Gloria, thank you for your service to our country and for protecting the environment over the years.  I would also like to thank you for your grace and peace that you brought to each meeting.  Your leadership help guide and navigate our office through many challenges.  You have made Region 6 a wonderful place to work.  Congratulations and enjoy your retirement.
-Robert Houston]]> 2023-08-16 15:00:31 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2663571582 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2663585666 2023-08-16 15:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2663585666 https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2664817868 Gloria, it's been such a pleasure knowing you since I started in the Water Division in 2000. You are so positive and fun, and I know you will be well-missed at EPA!! I'm so happy for you!
Nikole Witt]]> 2023-08-17 14:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cvaldes111/Bookmarks/wish/2664817868