Moooooo

I found an awesome site to make your own business cards....actually two. Mine have been designed and are on their way!

courtesy of moo.com

Zazzle.com offers a lot more freedom in the design of the cards...here are some of the templates they have(which you can customize to be your own) or you can start from scratch!

all courtesy of zazzle.com

I'm baaack...

ok people. i am going to try this again.... it's been a rough year(i think i already posted that...) and it hasn't gotten any easier. i have learned a lot and am thankful for the experience - but seriously, i need a job!! come on economy....please get better......pleeeassee!

Steelcase

One of the manufacturers I sell at my new job is Steelcase. This past week, I was sent to Grand Rapids, MI for training. At the end of the trip, I scheduled a tour of the Steelcase Corporate Headquarters. I was so inspired. I felt a definite european influence. I loved it. Take a look at some of the images I captured.........

Reception/waiting area

I love this detail

Chihuly

Hans Wegner Designs....

More Hans Wegner Designs.....love them!

Last year's Neocon showcase

Andy Warhol Originals

Chair Designed by Hans Wegner

If you can see that guy in the background standing up at his computer.....that is a typical steelcase executive office.

More Andy Warhol Originals

FLW

My first Frank Lloyd Wright home......inside and out.

Love his attention to detail

look at that grout work! he even emphasized the horizontal line here.......

love the dining room table(even thought my shot is a little crooked....)

Cool ORIGINAL plumbing fixtures.

he designed his homes down to the dinnerware!

Original mural(touched up)

details, details, details

Pretty Cutting Board

Courtesy of www.yankodesign.com. I think Paul would like this one....

Caspian

Paul and I watched the movie 'Marley and Me' last night. It was Paul's first time seeing it, my second. And I cried both times. Great movie. It really made us think about the time we have left with one of our huskies, Caspian. Caspian turned twelve this year. Paul has had him since he was a puppy. Their relationship epitomizes the 'man's best friend' statement. I fell in love with Caspian the first time I came out to Salt Lake to visit Paul. He loves everyone! And he especially loves his family. He loves to be around us. When Paul and I are home, he is never more then 10 ft. away. When we sit on the couch, he has to be under our feet snuggled up between the two of us. As much as Caspian loves to be inside with us, he of course loves to be outside as well. There is nothing better than to watch him running in the mountains. He is truly happiest when he is around nature. We love you Caspian!

Employment

Well guys. I have finally joined you as an employed individual!!! I got a job offer today! yay!!!!!!!!! I am excited. My hardwork and patience has finally paid off. Anyone out there who has just been laid off or maybe is still looking for work....hang in there. It's hard, I know. and frustrating. for sure. but you will be ok. Stay positive, determined, and most importantly....confident! I found that confidence was a trait of mine, that somehow tried to sneak away from me. It's this economy and the job market. but I got my confidence back, and thank god, because it is one of the things that got me a job.
Alright. Now for some celebrating with green beer! Cheers!