Snack time on the deck with Daddy
Ellie, Rachel, Hannah at Red Robin in Temecula, CA
Uncle Troy, Annika, Ian
Annika enjoying ice cream with her buddy Gage
Monday, June 29, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Cock-a-doodle-do
I love that my husband knows how to post to YouTube!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYEPnr3siJc
Isn't she the cutest thing ever?!?!?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYEPnr3siJc
Isn't she the cutest thing ever?!?!?
Woof!
On Sunday, the Olson Trio headed to my brother's house for a big family dinner. As soon as we got settled, Annika made a bee line for their dog's crate. She LOVES that thing.
She's quite intrigued with opening and closing the door, not to mention putting her fingers through the holes and having someone tickle her fingers. Why we bothet buying toys for her, I'll never know!
Backing in!
Fun with the door
Hey! The door still works ... even after 1 million attempts!
No CPS, we didn't put her in there; she did this to herself!
She's quite intrigued with opening and closing the door, not to mention putting her fingers through the holes and having someone tickle her fingers. Why we bothet buying toys for her, I'll never know!
Backing in!
Fun with the door
Hey! The door still works ... even after 1 million attempts!
No CPS, we didn't put her in there; she did this to herself!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I'm OK with being boring
Last night, Eric and I were chatting about what it would be like to be on a reality show. The conversation sparked after a reference to a very large reality TV family dealing with marital problems that shall remain nameless. Eric said the family makes about $75,000 per episode - WOW!! That's a lot of money, but at what cost? They've lost just about any sense of privacy and normalcy that the vast majority of us enjoy. Eric and I realized that we're far too boring to have our own show (unless people wanted to use the show as a sleep aid) and we're perfectly OK with that.
We started giggling at the idea of what an episode of The Olson Trio would be like:
Meredith: "So, what do you want to have for dinner?"
Eric: "I'm easy. Anything is fine."
Meredith: "Mac and cheese?"
Eric: "Sure. Sounds good."
(Here's the drama of the episode. Ready?)
Meredith: "We also have some chicken in the freezer. We could have that instead."
Eric: "I'm fine with whatever is easy."
Annika: "CEREO!!" (translation: "cereal")
Yup, that's about as exciting as we get. Not a bad thing in our book!
I had a ever-so-small taste of the fishbowl life must become once a person is on a reality show. For me, it was called being the residence hall manager for a local college. I couldn't take a step or sneeze without one of the students knowing about it. I had to keep my on-campus apartment's drapes closed 24/7 because I'd have peeping students if I didn't. Good times....
We started giggling at the idea of what an episode of The Olson Trio would be like:
Meredith: "So, what do you want to have for dinner?"
Eric: "I'm easy. Anything is fine."
Meredith: "Mac and cheese?"
Eric: "Sure. Sounds good."
(Here's the drama of the episode. Ready?)
Meredith: "We also have some chicken in the freezer. We could have that instead."
Eric: "I'm fine with whatever is easy."
Annika: "CEREO!!" (translation: "cereal")
Yup, that's about as exciting as we get. Not a bad thing in our book!
I had a ever-so-small taste of the fishbowl life must become once a person is on a reality show. For me, it was called being the residence hall manager for a local college. I couldn't take a step or sneeze without one of the students knowing about it. I had to keep my on-campus apartment's drapes closed 24/7 because I'd have peeping students if I didn't. Good times....
Monday, June 22, 2009
Happy Father's Day
Yesterday, we celebrated Eric's 2nd Father's Day as a parent. I have to say that he is one of the best father's around (and I don't mean to slight the other fathers in our lives!!). He's caring beyond belief, worries when it is the right time, lets Annika take risks when it is the right time, and remembers the importance of humor. He's loving, thoughtful, and insightful. What better personality traits are there for a parent? Annika adores him and I know the feeling is mutual. They are two peas in a pod and it is such a joy to see them together.
To my dear husband, thank you for all that you are and all that you do. You are an amazing man with countless gifts to share with the world. I feel so blessed to have you as my partner through life's journey. I love you!
To my dear husband, thank you for all that you are and all that you do. You are an amazing man with countless gifts to share with the world. I feel so blessed to have you as my partner through life's journey. I love you!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Card Carrying Member
I am now an official member of the food handlers permit section of life's population. Yesterday, I sat through a 15-minute lecture, 30-minute video (the acting was stellar .... please note sarcasm), and took the 32-question test in about 7 minutes. The best part (aside from the acting in the video) was the gal who graded my test was genuinely surprised that I got 100% on the test. Seriously??? My thought while taking the test was "people actually fail this thing?"
On an up note, I am now one step closer to being able to charge people for my cakes and cookies .... assuming I can find a commercial kitchen to use. That's step 2.
On an up note, I am now one step closer to being able to charge people for my cakes and cookies .... assuming I can find a commercial kitchen to use. That's step 2.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Back from San Diego
Last Wednesday, Annika and I hopped a plane down to San Diego to attend my niece's high school graduation. (Way to go, Emily!) We had a fantastic time in California. Annika spent each day playing with her cousins and, I'm quite sure, will be missing them greatly once she catches up on her sleep and regains some of her energy.
One bonus of our trip was the fact we got to see my college roommate Rachel and her girls while we were in California. We met in Temecula, CA and had lunch together and then let the girls play at the mall's kids' area while we caught up and chatted. (Note: The Temecula has a really good children's play area if you're ever in the area!) I got the wondeful opportunity to meet Rachel's newest family member - Ellie, who is a precious baby. I couldn't get over how much her other daughter, Hannah, had grown since our last visit; she even has her first loose tooth!
Everyone is very proud of Emily for successfully completing high school. The ceremony was very nice (and not too long) and "Mimi" had a great time at her all-night grad party after the festivities. She returned home with a variety of prizes and a head full of colorful ribbons ... she reminded me of a ticker tape parade! (A side note for the jerky people who brought air horns to the Poway High School graduation: you people are beyond rude and annoying... especially the guy in front of us with the knit hat!!!)
While in San Diego, we got a chance to tour the San Diego Zoo with my cousin Sally. It was such fun to have some one on one time with her, not to mention see an amazing zoo! Annika loved the fish that were in the hippo exhibits, the monkeys, and the birds. Come to think of it, I don't think there was much that didn't impress her!
We got the Frisch clan set up with a webcam, which makes me beyond happy. Now we can have face-to-face chats just about any time we want. Yippee!!
I cherished the time with my sister and her family. We don't get to see each other nearly enough! We did everything from exciting and monumental things (Emily's graduation, visiting the San Diego Zoo) to mundain things (a trip to Costco, making dinner together, and folding laundry), but that's what life is all about. I'm already counting down to seeing them on Sunday when they'll be in town en route to their cabin. Hurray!
Pictures from our trip
Waiting at the airport for our flight (the pilot showed up to work late, so we had a bit of a delay to work with)
Proud parents of the high school graduate (2 down, 2 to go!)
One bonus of our trip was the fact we got to see my college roommate Rachel and her girls while we were in California. We met in Temecula, CA and had lunch together and then let the girls play at the mall's kids' area while we caught up and chatted. (Note: The Temecula has a really good children's play area if you're ever in the area!) I got the wondeful opportunity to meet Rachel's newest family member - Ellie, who is a precious baby. I couldn't get over how much her other daughter, Hannah, had grown since our last visit; she even has her first loose tooth!
Everyone is very proud of Emily for successfully completing high school. The ceremony was very nice (and not too long) and "Mimi" had a great time at her all-night grad party after the festivities. She returned home with a variety of prizes and a head full of colorful ribbons ... she reminded me of a ticker tape parade! (A side note for the jerky people who brought air horns to the Poway High School graduation: you people are beyond rude and annoying... especially the guy in front of us with the knit hat!!!)
While in San Diego, we got a chance to tour the San Diego Zoo with my cousin Sally. It was such fun to have some one on one time with her, not to mention see an amazing zoo! Annika loved the fish that were in the hippo exhibits, the monkeys, and the birds. Come to think of it, I don't think there was much that didn't impress her!
We got the Frisch clan set up with a webcam, which makes me beyond happy. Now we can have face-to-face chats just about any time we want. Yippee!!
I cherished the time with my sister and her family. We don't get to see each other nearly enough! We did everything from exciting and monumental things (Emily's graduation, visiting the San Diego Zoo) to mundain things (a trip to Costco, making dinner together, and folding laundry), but that's what life is all about. I'm already counting down to seeing them on Sunday when they'll be in town en route to their cabin. Hurray!
Pictures from our trip
Waiting at the airport for our flight (the pilot showed up to work late, so we had a bit of a delay to work with)
Proud parents of the high school graduate (2 down, 2 to go!)
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