motomama
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« on: December 26, 2011, 05:59:45 PM » |
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Some are aware of this, and some are not, but following my bout with pneumonia the end of September and being off work for 3 weeks, I returned to work only to find that they "had figured out how to do things without me" and I no longer had a job. I had been with this company for 12 years, and needless to say, it was quite a shock and totally unexpected! After going home and filing for my unemployment (something I had never had to do before in my life) I moped around for a few days feeling sorry for myself, etc., and then I decided that was doing me no good. So, I opted to make things happen for myself!!! You all know how much I LOVE to cook, and this situation gave me the opportunity to persue a dream I have had for quite some time. I went to the library, checked out a few books, and began doing some research, etc. I then signed up for a culinary class and set things in motion. My son developed my logo, designed some business cards for me and I was off and running! Within a couple weeks, I had 2 events scheduled and I was on my way! I catered a Customer Appreciation Day at a bank and then I catered a Thanksgiving Dinner for 165 at an assisted living center ( the day after I did Thanksgiving Dinner at church for 236)! In addition to that, I made and sold some pies for a few people for Thanksgiving. The month of December brought a couple more events for me, and I was also able to do many, many Christmas Goodie Trays and sell them. Anyway, with all of that being said, I have started my own catering business and the name of it is Motomama's Munchies. I am thrilled and thoroughly enjoying myself in this new endeavor. I already have a few events lined up for January! YEAH! I am still working on the cookbook, and eventually, it will be finished and you all will be the first ones to know!  2012 will be a much better year for me and I look forward to what comes my way!!! With the support of my family and friends, I know I can make a success of this endeavor! I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and I want to wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year! |
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« Reply #1 on: December 26, 2011, 06:06:07 PM » |
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You Go Girl  I wish you the best ...I'm proud of you |
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« Reply #2 on: December 26, 2011, 06:10:41 PM » |
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Congratulations young lady. There's nothing like good news at the holidays. Being your own boss and keeping books is a challenge, but few of us get to be employed at something we actually have a passion for. Best of luck in your new endeavor. |
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« Reply #3 on: December 26, 2011, 06:11:51 PM » |
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They say when life hands you lemons, make lemonade.
You go girl.............. it sounds like you've got it going on!
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« Reply #4 on: December 26, 2011, 06:15:20 PM » |
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When god opens closes a door he opens a window. You can either jump to your death or enjoy the view.
The pisser of it is when it happens at a shitty time of year. Lay me off in May? Bring it on...
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« Reply #5 on: December 26, 2011, 06:37:16 PM » |
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Congrats Mom! Just don't accept any jobs for the last week in July!  Hay  Jimmyt |
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« Reply #6 on: December 26, 2011, 06:44:41 PM » |
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That's very cool! All good vibes from Mi Casa!!
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« Reply #7 on: December 26, 2011, 06:45:44 PM » |
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Good for you, MM! Best wishes for your new pursuit in the New Year.
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« Reply #8 on: December 26, 2011, 06:54:35 PM » |
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Bloody brilliant.
Good luck.
I know quite a few who have followed the same path as you with great success.
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« Reply #9 on: December 26, 2011, 06:58:18 PM » |
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« Reply #10 on: December 26, 2011, 07:11:17 PM » |
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« Reply #11 on: December 26, 2011, 07:13:03 PM » |
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Wounderful, its the American way. You can do whatever you set your mind to, and you did!! It will grow the more you put yourself into it. PMA (positive mental atittude) thats how things get done.
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« Reply #12 on: December 26, 2011, 07:14:39 PM » |
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Glad to hear this Lori, best of luck and let us know when we can place some long distance orders.
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« Reply #13 on: December 26, 2011, 07:33:43 PM » |
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lori, congrats on the new endeavor. next to me in one of my kitchens i had a sign that said when you can't feel the passion its time to get out of the kitchen. i am sure carl is pretty happy with your test recipes. much luck, happiness and success.
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« Reply #14 on: December 26, 2011, 07:56:31 PM » |
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Way to go Lori. I always said as long as I enjoy the job, I'm interested. However when I don't like it, I'm gone.........
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« Reply #15 on: December 26, 2011, 08:06:21 PM » |
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Way to go girl, nothing beats doing some thing that you enjoy. I wish you all the best in your new endeavor. |
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« Reply #16 on: December 26, 2011, 08:16:12 PM » |
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« Reply #17 on: December 26, 2011, 08:22:12 PM » |
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Hell, I know she can make it. The three amigos from TEXAS paid a Hundred Dollars for a strawberry pie at IZXI! She raises over a thousand dollars for the local charity auctioning off her pies every year at Inzane. Way to go Lori!! Hay Jimmyt |
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« Reply #18 on: December 26, 2011, 08:41:06 PM » |
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Sorry to hear about the old job... but that's great news about the new opportunity!!!
That's way cool news to hear... and the best part is that you're going for something you want to do.
Glad to hear.
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« Reply #19 on: December 26, 2011, 08:52:12 PM » |
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Sorry to hear about the old job but happy to hear you've made the change to your own "passion"..Doing something you love will get you much farther than working for the man, more effort goes along with more rewards.....GOOD LUCK to ya....
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« Reply #20 on: December 26, 2011, 08:57:11 PM » |
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What a crappy deal at the old workplace. That's great news on the new venture. I've yet to have some of that great looking pie I've seen and heard so much of. I wish you all the best. |
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« Reply #21 on: December 26, 2011, 09:56:47 PM » |
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you go girl!!!!doing what you love...cooking......
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« Reply #22 on: December 27, 2011, 02:52:22 AM » |
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congratulations and the best of everything on your new adventure.
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« Reply #23 on: December 27, 2011, 03:53:13 AM » |
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I know you will be a big success.
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« Reply #24 on: December 27, 2011, 03:59:54 AM » |
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It seems to me that "GOD" has opened another door for you! you will love your new "JOB" even more than your old one. I know that you have a million recipe's ----BUT ---if you should need? any southern ---just ask--GOD has BLESSED you and will again--let us know when the book is ready--I will want one--- |
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« Reply #25 on: December 27, 2011, 04:38:29 AM » |
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What a turn of events! Good luck in your new venture, Lori. There are very few people in this world who get to do what they want to do for an income. I've never had the pleasure to indulge in any of your culinary masterpieces but, hopefully, that will change. Way to Go! Who'd ever thunk it, Motomama's MERRY Munchies. I just had to add that and you know why! Wayne |
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« Reply #26 on: December 27, 2011, 05:13:17 AM » |
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who would have guessed Lori that what you love is what you get to do while you are growing up ? PIES !!! We know you will be great at this "new" occupation as there isnt a person in the vrcc who doesnt smile when thinking of one of your pies I know I cant resist em
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« Reply #27 on: December 27, 2011, 05:27:09 AM » |
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Lori, You will find that working for yourself may be more strenious in many ways, but it is much more fulfilling in many ways also. I know that with your personality and drive, you will make the new venture a success. Here is wishing you all the best...Jim |
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« Reply #28 on: December 27, 2011, 05:46:38 AM » |
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Congrats, Lori!!! Couldn't have happened to a nicer person... Best wishes for mucho success...
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« Reply #29 on: December 27, 2011, 05:59:41 AM » |
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Congratulations on your new business. Hope Carl can stay trim with the extra leftovers.  |
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« Reply #30 on: December 27, 2011, 06:16:22 AM » |
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Congratulations! Been seeing Motomama's munchies on facebook! Rock on Let me know if there is anything I can do
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« Reply #31 on: December 27, 2011, 06:53:48 AM » |
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Proof that "When one door closes another door opens." Congratulations! |
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« Reply #32 on: December 27, 2011, 07:29:14 AM » |
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Lori, I'm glad to hear you're getting to do what you love...cook. And making a business of it as well makes all the effort seem more worthwhile. Often it takes that unexpected nudge to force us out of one situation into something more to our liking, which we might not be aware of. It happened to me many years ago and I'm so thankful, but at the time I was feeling the same as you after many years with one company. Keep us posted as to your successes (and Carl's excesses). We may not even recognize him by July.  The best to you on your new venture, we'll all be watching with interest. Just let us know when you plan to incorporate and go public.  |
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« Reply #33 on: December 27, 2011, 08:13:45 AM » |
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Congrats, Lori! Going along with what John Schmidt said, I want in on the IPO! |
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« Reply #35 on: December 27, 2011, 09:08:12 AM » |
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WHOOO HOOOO !!!
That means that we can get Strawberry Ruhbarb pie for breakfast at INZANE in E Springs.
WAY TO GO, PIE CHICK!!
OHHHHHHH! I think I need to make one of those today! YUMMO! Thank you all for the words of encouragement! |
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« Reply #36 on: December 27, 2011, 09:37:54 AM » |
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« Reply #37 on: December 27, 2011, 09:43:02 AM » |
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YUMMO?Good grief, she's already sounding like Rachael Ray.
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« Reply #39 on: December 27, 2011, 09:49:12 AM » |
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Cool turn of events!
I sure hope that new slave-driver of a boss you've got will let you take time off to go to GOTF and Inzane though!
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