Saturday, July 19, 2008

Oliver eats!

Just one day after turning 6 months old, Oliver was ready to try his first "solids." The menu d' jour? Rice cereal. The response? See for yourself!

Perfect summer afternoon in Daddy's arms


Her name was Stella...

We don't know who she is or where she comes from, but she sure is cute! These two really took a liking to each other one afternoon in the park.

Happy 4th of July Grandpa and Grandma Carlson!


Oliver got to spend his first 4th of July with Grandma and Grandpa Carlson, Great-Grandma and Grandpa Brandt (aka Poots and Gram), and Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Second Cousins. We wish we had pictures of everyone!

No fireworks this year. The Surgeon General warns against whipper snappers and snakes for 6-month olds. But we see many o' sparklers in his bright future! (waa-waa) Oliver enjoyed hanging out with everyone and wants to kick back with you again soon.

These good looks run in the family!


Oliver loved looking at all these familiar faces - Aunt Denna, Aunt Deb, and Cousin Super-Madi! He sends his love and special thanks for coming to see him. :)

Are these Carlsons or what?!?

Oliver stayed up way past his bedtime so he could say HI to Second Counsin Ricky.

Sunday, July 6, 2008

Mama G visits Minnesota!

Years after we relentlessly picked on adolescent boys, we have two boys of our own. You can bet we'll do anything in our power to protect them from ruthless "7th grade girls"!
(coined by Dad Ferguson)
Introducing the new "Double Trouble" - Leo and Oli!


Holy Shit!

Having just walked in the door, home from Oregon, Papa learns how to really get a giggle out of his son...

Oliver makes the rounds!

Oliver enjoyed seeing everyone again. None of our dear friends have ventured into parenthood yet, but - as you can see - they are all naturals!




Grandma Ferguson



"Oliver, you and I need to have a serious talk about this livin' in Minnesota..."


Grandpa Ferguson


A Visit with Great Granny and Grandpa Moore


A Visit with Great Granny and Grandpa Moore


I don't know, we see some resemblance to this side of the family. And not just the bald head!

Dog Show!


Oliver made his first appearance at a dog show in Canby, Oregon. Yes, he was definitely Best in Show. (Being pick of the litter, what else would you expect?!?) Oli really got a kick out of seeing Grandma Ferguson win Best of Breed over an adult champion with her little boy named Sue. Here, he tells his Papa just how thrilled he was with Grandma and Sue's performance in the Sporting group ring.


Ever wonder what it's like at a dog show? Hit Play!

No Mama for President?


Oliver was not pleased the day we told him that Hillary's bid for president fell short. He of course thinks the world would be a better place with a mama in the White House!
(ps. the shots in his thighs that day didn't help...)