I am rewarding myself with Indian food after school tonight. Paneer Tikka Masala.
GANESH INDIAN CUISINE
Love, Mimi
Monday, March 21, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
It's gaining speed.
My life is intense the past month or so.
I noticed in fall time I was getting really comfortable, careless and lazy. I was slacking on my job, in my relationships, and with myself. Luckily, I lit a fire and now things are moving... maybe a bit faster then expected.
I have been employed at a printing company called West Wind litho for almost 8 years. I got the job by calling every other week for 4 months or so until they found me a position in the art department. From that point, I started at the bottom mopping floors,cutting things out, learning how to fold books, and loading machines. Throughout the years I have mastered EVERYthing in my department. After a while, I went outside of the art department and got educated about business, networks and marketing. Whenever I got bored I would find something that was poorly done and improve it. This company has seen me grow from a 19 year old girl with a shaved head to the mother/wife I am today. I'm and artist; I like to create and I have always been supported doing at West Wind Litho. I am very lucky to have such a awesome coworkers that I consider family.
I am the type of person who thrives if there is a deadline. I have been in a lull at my job. There is always stuff to do but it's not really stuff that is in alignment with what I want to peruse. How blessed am I to be able to say, "Hey, I am employed with a good job but I think I want to pursue more stuff." I feel like my life is always full of epic opportunities and I am so thankful for them.
Anyway, in January I shook myself and decided to start growing again instead of being so comfortable. I signed up for a Web Design certificate program at the University of Utah so I can learn more about my trade and branch out a bit. I registered and that seems to have started some kind of "cosmic ball" rolling. (where can I purchase one of those?)
Since then, I have somehow attracted job offers and more work for my independent design and art. (www.mimithatonegirl.com)
One job offer in particular came from a friend, Kyle, who called me randomly. I met him when I was on the Founder's marketing board at a nonprofit called the Great Life Foundation. I used to donate and design all kinds of materials for the GLF and Kyle would do film. Well, Kyle called me up and said "Hey, we have been interviewing people for a position at my work, Life Vantage, for months but no one really is a fit. Your face keeps popping into my head and I needed to call and tell you about it before I loose more sleep over it."
I wasn't really looking for a new job especially since I had started schooling but I thought I would take Kyle up on his offer to take John and I to lunch and check out the place. Well, and casual lunch turned in to an informal interview where all of the directors "just so happened" to come introduce themselves. I saw a bigger picture of where I would have potential to grow. I returned to do a formal interview armed with all kinds of hoops for them to jump through and they exceed all of my expectations. Even when I mentioned I was going to dye may hair pink the next week they just said, "We support anything you want to do, we can tell you are our fit."
I am not sure what I brought to the table that they were looking for, but I am excited. I will managing their design and graphics. I love creating :)
So tomorrow is my last day at West Wind Litho. When I put in my two weeks it was kinda sad. It feels like I am moving out of my parent's basement.
With work, school, John and kids; life is moving at a pretty fast pace. Lets just hope I have what it takes to land on my feet.
Currently the things I do to keep myself sane are: yoga and dodgeball. Both great stress relievers! :) Lately my mantra have been the lyrics from a Cloud Cult song:
Today is a good day
To flex the muscles of the weary
A Miracle's a miracle
Even when it's ordinary
...We will walk on the water
Even though it seems scary...
If someone will show us the way
Here is a link to the whole song, I love this band :)
Here's to taking the next step!
Love, Mimi Rogers
I noticed in fall time I was getting really comfortable, careless and lazy. I was slacking on my job, in my relationships, and with myself. Luckily, I lit a fire and now things are moving... maybe a bit faster then expected.
I have been employed at a printing company called West Wind litho for almost 8 years. I got the job by calling every other week for 4 months or so until they found me a position in the art department. From that point, I started at the bottom mopping floors,cutting things out, learning how to fold books, and loading machines. Throughout the years I have mastered EVERYthing in my department. After a while, I went outside of the art department and got educated about business, networks and marketing. Whenever I got bored I would find something that was poorly done and improve it. This company has seen me grow from a 19 year old girl with a shaved head to the mother/wife I am today. I'm and artist; I like to create and I have always been supported doing at West Wind Litho. I am very lucky to have such a awesome coworkers that I consider family.
I am the type of person who thrives if there is a deadline. I have been in a lull at my job. There is always stuff to do but it's not really stuff that is in alignment with what I want to peruse. How blessed am I to be able to say, "Hey, I am employed with a good job but I think I want to pursue more stuff." I feel like my life is always full of epic opportunities and I am so thankful for them.
Anyway, in January I shook myself and decided to start growing again instead of being so comfortable. I signed up for a Web Design certificate program at the University of Utah so I can learn more about my trade and branch out a bit. I registered and that seems to have started some kind of "cosmic ball" rolling. (where can I purchase one of those?)
Since then, I have somehow attracted job offers and more work for my independent design and art. (www.mimithatonegirl.com)
One job offer in particular came from a friend, Kyle, who called me randomly. I met him when I was on the Founder's marketing board at a nonprofit called the Great Life Foundation. I used to donate and design all kinds of materials for the GLF and Kyle would do film. Well, Kyle called me up and said "Hey, we have been interviewing people for a position at my work, Life Vantage, for months but no one really is a fit. Your face keeps popping into my head and I needed to call and tell you about it before I loose more sleep over it."
I wasn't really looking for a new job especially since I had started schooling but I thought I would take Kyle up on his offer to take John and I to lunch and check out the place. Well, and casual lunch turned in to an informal interview where all of the directors "just so happened" to come introduce themselves. I saw a bigger picture of where I would have potential to grow. I returned to do a formal interview armed with all kinds of hoops for them to jump through and they exceed all of my expectations. Even when I mentioned I was going to dye may hair pink the next week they just said, "We support anything you want to do, we can tell you are our fit."
I am not sure what I brought to the table that they were looking for, but I am excited. I will managing their design and graphics. I love creating :)
So tomorrow is my last day at West Wind Litho. When I put in my two weeks it was kinda sad. It feels like I am moving out of my parent's basement.
With work, school, John and kids; life is moving at a pretty fast pace. Lets just hope I have what it takes to land on my feet.
Currently the things I do to keep myself sane are: yoga and dodgeball. Both great stress relievers! :) Lately my mantra have been the lyrics from a Cloud Cult song:
Today is a good day
To flex the muscles of the weary
A Miracle's a miracle
Even when it's ordinary
...We will walk on the water
Even though it seems scary...
If someone will show us the way
Here is a link to the whole song, I love this band :)
Here's to taking the next step!
Love, Mimi Rogers
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Blowing stuff up at age 27
Last night my parents made me dinner since it's my 27th birthday this week. My Mom fed me and made yummy dessert. I am a pretty lucky girl and my parents are so awesome. After dinner my Dad let me light off some of his prized fireworks from his gun safe stash. Greatest birthday present ever. I am sure they don't make "Cowboy Crackers" anymore because of how epic they are. I am including pictures of the mangled up cans I exploded into the air. One of the cutest things ever is John, Kelton and Penenlope watching; talk about family togetherness.
And here are some cute pictures of the Kids:
And here are some cute pictures of the Kids:
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Good of man, or whatever you wanna call it.
It is my understanding that Christmas can be commercial, religious, ridiculous, joyful or whatever we want it to be. I also think that the rest of the year is identical to Christmas just usually warmer, less decorated, harder to find an excuse to give a present, and I gain less weight.
I was surprised this morning while driving to work. Instead of getting irritated at the two older ladies, in their Cadillac, that cut me off getting onto the freeway, I was grateful for them. Is it a collective manifestation of peace that is brought on in the holidays by the direction of marketing or church sermons? I doubt it, none the less I was happy these ladies existed.
They made me think, "That is probably someones grandma or mother." That thought sparked a sequence of thoughts:
• I am grateful for my grandparents who in there 90's still remember to send my kids Birthday cards.
• I am grateful for friends who will pick me up if I was ever stranded. Even if it was 5 am.
• I am glad I have a house, car, and food that I can pay for.
• I have a job, I enjoy and it pays my bills. <--I am thankful for that.
• I am SUPER appreciative for my Husband and all of the things he brings to my life. I Love that man and his left brain. Not only that, I think he is really cute, that is just the cherry on top.
• I am grateful for my family. My kids are awesome and I am so proud of them. My parents and in-laws who are involved my life, supportive and loving. My siblings and their spouses that make me smile regardless of global location, cousins who I have good times with and aunts and uncles who treat me like their own kid.
• I'm thankful for Friends who loan and borrow books, buy me coffee, listen, share a drinks and laughs, volunteer to watch my children and will let me make them dinner.
This leads me to my expansive thoughts. EVERYONE is someone's: loved one, brother, birth parent, delinquent, sister, child, mother, beloved, son, nerd, father, daughter, cherished, step parent/child or grandparent; even if they cut you off in traffic.
I know there is probably a lot of other titles I can add in my list and every person one is probably more then one of those things.
Here is my ranting point; people are complicated. I hope I never get into the habit of discrediting people. Where Is the Love? If you need a reminder, just holler, I've got one for you right here.
Here are some Ideas you can use to spread the love simply: open someones door for them. Look a stranger in the eyes and smile. Snag the change in your car or the 5$ in your pocket and donate it to one of the people with the bells who are CONVENIENTLY everywhere right now. Donate to a food bank. Heck, even donate blood.
CHARITY, I figure even if it has to do with a holiday, I am glad there is annual time people are urged to help others. A person in need that is aided or a mouth that is fed, IS AWESOME. Regardless the time of year. Right now it is convenient... so why not, right?
Love, Mimi
Post Script: Today is Penelope Francis's 1st Birthday and Wendy and Olivia gave her her own purple awesome hoodie.
Now we are matchers.
I was surprised this morning while driving to work. Instead of getting irritated at the two older ladies, in their Cadillac, that cut me off getting onto the freeway, I was grateful for them. Is it a collective manifestation of peace that is brought on in the holidays by the direction of marketing or church sermons? I doubt it, none the less I was happy these ladies existed.
They made me think, "That is probably someones grandma or mother." That thought sparked a sequence of thoughts:
• I am grateful for my grandparents who in there 90's still remember to send my kids Birthday cards.
• I am grateful for friends who will pick me up if I was ever stranded. Even if it was 5 am.
• I am glad I have a house, car, and food that I can pay for.
• I have a job, I enjoy and it pays my bills. <--I am thankful for that.
• I am SUPER appreciative for my Husband and all of the things he brings to my life. I Love that man and his left brain. Not only that, I think he is really cute, that is just the cherry on top.
• I am grateful for my family. My kids are awesome and I am so proud of them. My parents and in-laws who are involved my life, supportive and loving. My siblings and their spouses that make me smile regardless of global location, cousins who I have good times with and aunts and uncles who treat me like their own kid.
• I'm thankful for Friends who loan and borrow books, buy me coffee, listen, share a drinks and laughs, volunteer to watch my children and will let me make them dinner.
This leads me to my expansive thoughts. EVERYONE is someone's: loved one, brother, birth parent, delinquent, sister, child, mother, beloved, son, nerd, father, daughter, cherished, step parent/child or grandparent; even if they cut you off in traffic.
I know there is probably a lot of other titles I can add in my list and every person one is probably more then one of those things.
Here is my ranting point; people are complicated. I hope I never get into the habit of discrediting people. Where Is the Love? If you need a reminder, just holler, I've got one for you right here.
Here are some Ideas you can use to spread the love simply: open someones door for them. Look a stranger in the eyes and smile. Snag the change in your car or the 5$ in your pocket and donate it to one of the people with the bells who are CONVENIENTLY everywhere right now. Donate to a food bank. Heck, even donate blood.
CHARITY, I figure even if it has to do with a holiday, I am glad there is annual time people are urged to help others. A person in need that is aided or a mouth that is fed, IS AWESOME. Regardless the time of year. Right now it is convenient... so why not, right?
Love, Mimi
Post Script: Today is Penelope Francis's 1st Birthday and Wendy and Olivia gave her her own purple awesome hoodie.
Now we are matchers.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Penelope 11 Months
Penelope is getting so big. She just turned 11 months. Crazy how time flies. Yesterday she wanted me to see how good she is at climbing, So here are some pictures:
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Things I love
monkeys
coffee
John
Penelope standing in her crib
soap
spoons
iPhone
the color green
kickball
vacations
butterflies
running
healthy food
Glee (I know I am a nerd face)
my computer
sunglasses
pickles
jalapenos
mispronounced words
cookies
Kelton hugs
toothpaste
Kristin
ivy
cartoons
my personal accountant
yawning
my family
fabric
the ocean
mint
water!!
sharks
apple trees
grapevines
grass
new tires
cars that work
ice cubes
dates
music
sandwiches
mermaids
painting
fuzzy blankies
U of U football games
soup
my job
tacos
carpet
our washing machine
cookies
a clean bathroom
new earrings
my husband
playing cards with Kelton
Penelope's giggle
red lipstick
haircuts
the Pixies
my brother Jake
packages from Sarah :)
halloween
reading
BOOKS!
my pillow
skirts
coffee
John
Penelope standing in her crib
soap
spoons
iPhone
the color green
kickball
vacations
butterflies
running
healthy food
Glee (I know I am a nerd face)
my computer
sunglasses
pickles
jalapenos
mispronounced words
cookies
Kelton hugs
toothpaste
Kristin
ivy
cartoons
my personal accountant
yawning
my family
fabric
the ocean
mint
water!!
sharks
apple trees
grapevines
grass
new tires
cars that work
ice cubes
dates
music
sandwiches
mermaids
painting
fuzzy blankies
U of U football games
soup
my job
tacos
carpet
our washing machine
cookies
a clean bathroom
new earrings
my husband
playing cards with Kelton
Penelope's giggle
red lipstick
haircuts
the Pixies
my brother Jake
packages from Sarah :)
halloween
reading
BOOKS!
my pillow
skirts
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