Viva la Musica

For those of you who are as excited as I am for the new Coldplay album to come out, breathe, because it comes out June 17 (only 1 week to go)! I have had especially warm feelings for the band ever since they gave me a free download of their new single, 'Violet Hill'. And I can't help but get psyched anytime the ad for their cd comes on because it features frontman Chris Martin, dancing like he's all alone in his bedroom to 'Viva la Vida'.

So for those as enthused as I, I thought I would pass along a link that Coldplay has emailed out where you can listen to the new album online in its entirety. Enjoy!

Listen to 'Viva la Vida' here.

Not the First Time

While trying to use my cell phone after I got off of work today, this happened. Not the first time.

How to Shave a Dog

There was way too much hair circulating around my house. I would sweep once a week. Then once every few days. Then every other day. Then everyday. When that proved inadequate I knew it was time. Time to shave the dog. So you can enjoy the progression as well, I documented the annual event with photos.

Isn't he the most adorable sheered sheep you ever saw?

I hope your Memorial Day was enjoyable as mine. Besides sheering Harper, Eric and I went to our favorite divy deli for some 'doner kabob' style gyros and then enjoyed a walk in the park (despite the blistery weather). It made me think back on last year and helped remind me that our European lifestyle is still possible - we just have to remember to experience it.

There Can Only Be One

In case any of you didn't catch this (like me), I thought I'd share. I really got a kick out of it.

More to come soon, including Eric's Graduation from Law School!!!

Fun, Run, Sun

It's been a busy few weeks. Too much to tell, so here's the poor man's blog:

Eric and I went to the Malpractice Ball, as a final farewell to law school. Eric has less than a month left before he graduates!! Here we are, all gussied up:


I came out in support of all my law school friends for the 'Race for Justice.' It was an unusually sunny and beautiful day in Minneapolis, and the runners were incredible. The cheering was too:



Here's Eric finishing the last stretch:

In addition, there have been a few concerts, a lot of working, some lovely walks with Harper and a new committment to physical fitness. Life is good, albeit busy, and I'm looking forward to Spring (finally!!!). I hope this finds you all enjoying some sunshine somewhere.