Etiquette

When Rob was first diagnosed with diabetes it was a very sensitive subject for him. He became a "closet" diabetic. If I ever brought it up when we were with friends I would get a swift kick under the table (and those kicks hurt sometimes). Finally I convinced him that it was not something to be ashamed of and instead of being silent on the subject he should help educate people about diabetes and diabetics. So when I ran across a pamphlet that discussed diabetes etiquette I thought it would be a good topic to pass along to others so they would know how to treat a diabetic.

Diabetes Etiquette

1. DON'T offer unsolicited advice about my eating or other aspects of diabetes.
2. DO realize and appreciate that diabetes is hard work.
3. DON'T tell me horror stories about other people with diabetes you have heard about.
4. DO offer to join me in making healthy lifestyle changes.
5. DON'T look so horrified when I check my blood sugars or give myself an injection.
6. DO ask how you might be helpful.
7. DON'T offer thoughtless reassurances.
8. DO be supportive of my efforts for self-care.
9. DON'T peak at or comment on my blood glucose numbers without asking my first.
10. DO offer your love and encouragement.

Presenting .....Rob!

(This is the picture Rob gave me to post with this blog. Yes, it is acutally him in his youth.)

Rob has been tagged by his big sister Eva. So being the good wife I am, I am making him sit down at my computer and answer the following questions (plus I want to know his answers). So here he his - my sweetheart!!

My eight favorite shows

1. The Unit

2. Life

3. The Mentalist

4. The Amazing Race

5. American Idol

6. Dirty Jobs

7. Myth Busters

8. Americas Funniest Videos

Eight things I did yesterday

1. Helped new neighbors move into their house

2. Installed lights over the kitchen sink

3. Installed a small flat screen TV in the bathroom for Tammy to watch while she soaks in the tub

4. Went shopping for and purchased a new chair for the living room

5. Hung pictures on the wall

6. Straightened up the yard

7. Purchased tile to install in the basement bathroom

8. Visited Brandy and Dave

Eight things I am looking forward to

1. Longer daylight hours

2. Summer

3. Surprising Tammy with our 30th anniversary trip

4. Visiting family in Alabama

5. An improved economy

6. Spending time with the kids

7. Visiting Israel

8. Spending eternity with Tammy

My eight favorite restaurants

1. Tepanyaki

2. Hard Rock Cafe

3. Morton's

4. Dragon Isle

5. Tuscany

6. Good Wood

7. Chili's
8. Zinn Bistro

Eight things on my wish list

1. Never disappoint Tammy

2. Be dog less (any takers)

3. Never be "tagged again"

4. Good health for all family members

5. Politicians that understand and vote on behalf of their constituents

6. Fast food restaurants with employees that understand what you ordered

7. Rain in the valleys and snow in the mountains

8. Increase my carbon footprint

Eight people I tag

I don't feel putting spray paint on people is a good thing, so I am skipping the tagging.

We have amazing.....

kids! Last Saturday Jared was over and we mentioned to him that on Monday (President's Day) that Rob had the day off and that we were going to paint and do some remodeling in our master bedroom and bath. He volunteered his and Cassidy's service since they both also had the day off. Then on Sunday we were visiting with Brandy and mentioned our plans for the next day and she also volunteered to help us. So last Monday the troops all arrived and helped turn a several day project into a day project. Dave came after work and helped Rob hang mirrors, medicine cabinets, etc. And our sweet little adopted Mother/Grandmother wanted to make sure we kept our strength up so she brought Subway Sandwiches for lunch. That night Rob and I were discussing how blessed we are to have such a wonderful little family that is always so willing to help. We are grateful that Families Are Forever.

I have been Tagged

Brandy tagged me with some "get to know you questions" - even though I think she knows me pretty darn well. Here is how it works. First - post the rules on your blog, Second - answer the six questions about yourself, Third - let each person you tag know by leaving a comment on their blog. So here goes.....



1. My eight favorite shows

The Today Show
American Idol
ER
Oprah
Life
The Mentalist
What Not To Wear
Jon and Kate Plus Eight

2. Eight things I did yesterday

Went to lunch with some friends
Went to Costco
Visited with Carole and Alma
Talked with Jared on the phone
Met my new neighbors
Watched American Idol with Aubrey
Bought a new Comforter from TJ Maxx
Started reading a new book

3. Eight things I am looking forward to

The surprise anniversary trip Rob has planned
Summer
Redoing my bedroom and bathroom
Becoming a TamTam
Having new neighbors
Seeing if my pick wins American Idol
Finishing the book I started
Going to Chicago in August

4. My eight favorite restaurants

Olive Garden
Chick Fil A
Chili's
Red Lobster
Carver's
Red Robin
Zinn Bistro
Cracker Barrel

5. Eight thinks on my wish list

Remodel my kitchen
BMW
Go to Israel
Lose weight
To be pain free
To be debt free
Happiness
A new bedroom set

6. Eight people I tag

Sonya
Kristin
Connie
Shannon
Darla
Kerra
Betty Ann
And who ever else wants to play along

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JARED

Today is my little boys birthday. Happy 24th birthday my son, my son!!

Super Bowl Sunday

For the past 10 years Super Bowl Sunday has meant party time for the Olsen's! And this year was no different. Dave and Brandy were kind enough to host the Super Bowl Party at their home. We had great food, great company and a really exciting game to watch.

Of course I don't think a Super Bowl is complete without a project for the girls to work on so here are some of the girls setting at the table working on a scrapbook project. A special thanks to Brandy, Connie, Cassidy, Sarah and Shannon for helping me with this project for Dorothy's kids.

I thought this was a cute picture of Jared and Michael's backs (they wanted to be close to the little smokies and chips).

This is what Dave did the last 10 minutes of the game - paced back and forth!

Chinese New Year

If you have never experienced Chinese New Year you have missed out on a fun time. My friend owns a Chinese restaurant so each year she lets me know when her restaurant will be celebrating Chinese New Year (Chinese New Year is different each year - usually the end of January or first of February). This year we invited thirteen of our dearest friends and family to celebrate with us. The restaurant has two dragons that come and dances around amongst the tables. The legend is that if you feed the dragon a dollar bill you will have good luck for the coming year. Everyone at our table came with dollar bills in hand so we are all planning on having a great 2009.

Dawson was so cute feeding the dragon dollar bills. As long as his Mom had her arm around him he was fine but as soon as she moved it he reached for it - he needed that security!

Don't we have a handsome group of friends!!

The cute Chinese lady is Jennifer. The name of her restaurant is Dragon Isle and it is our favorite Chinese Restaurant in the Salt Lake Valley.