Since the kids don't have school tomorrow, they were able to dress up today...well, technically not til 2:30, but with Brady there isn't a lot to his costume. Lol. He is a rockstar. And a mighty fine one at that.

He is in DESPERATE need of a haircut, but kept telling me he had to wait til after Halloween so he could have "really cool rockstar hair". I am glad we waited. He is rockin.




Notice his nails. Ha ha. He cracks me up.


And Marissa HAD to have her hair colored as well. Nothing like pink and orange with sparkles.

I love to blog hop. It is fun. I love seeing people I haven't seen for years and years and seeing what they are up to now. I love seeing the different backgrounds and all of it...so I am snoopy. I admit it. Lol.

Lately, I have been doing a not so fun form of blog hopping. Those 'angel' blogs. You know the ones, Baby Stellan, Sweet Lucy, Little Camille, Blue Eyed Jackson, and Inspiring Audrey.

I cannot tell you how hard I was crying last night. I should know better. Marcus had to do a last minute trip to North Dakota, so he wasn't home last night. So, I get on the computer and read about Audrey. WOW. Her mom, Angie, is incredible. Such faith and understanding. She is a beautiful writer and has taken such tragedy and turned it into something that others are able to grasp onto in their time of struggles and need. And I absolutely LOVE the music that is on her site. I have it playing now. Wow.

They make you realize how precious and fragile life really is. I cannot even begin to understand what these mothers and families have gone through. I don't want to have to. Biggest fear EVER.

I guess ready about these angels and their experiences helps me to slow down and enjoy every moment. Little Miss Riss was up for about 4 1/2 hours puking her guts out. Poor thing. I didn't once groan about getting out of bed, again, after only 12 minutes, because she was sick. Not even after the fourth hour. Not that I usually would, but usually Marcus is there to help.

One of the moms, I believe Jackson's, latest post listed all the Tender Mercies that she had experienced on the day of his accident. One that was the most important to her was that she was able to take him for a walk earlier that day. She had one of those "Wow" mom moments when you look at your kids and are overwhelmed with the love you feel for them and realize what a gift they are.

If you have time to kill, grab a box of tissues and visit these angels. Even if you are just having a rough day...just read one entry of Audrey's...you will realize all you have to be grateful for. At least I did.


Here is her link.

Today was Miss Marissa's Halloween party for school. The do a little program where they sing songs, play some carnival-ish games and go 'trick or treating'. Fun fun.

Marissa had several options to chose from this year. She could have been a bunny, pirate, dragon, witch, or the pink poodle. Kinda nice to have all those hand-me-downs to choose from. She LOVES the pink poodle, I think because it barks. Too cute.

Kylee, Leah, Marissa, Micheal, Someone? and Timberly. Isn't that Geisha girl the cutest thing ever?


Marissa and her Hippie Chick friend Cailey.



Marissa and Miss Mer Lee. She ADORES Miss Mer Lee. I dont know what we are going to do without her next year....thats right NEXT YEAR Marissa will be in KINDERGARTEN!! Makes me wanna puke.

Was tagged by Ber...

So, as I picked up the kids from school today, Brady has this little game with a friend from class, Graydon, where they chase each other around the lawn. He dumped his backpack and jacket at my feet took off.

I picked them up and, after their game finished, was walking to the car. I asked Brady why I was the one carrying all his stuff.

He looked at me and said.

"Cuz your my maid"

WHAT!! Little fart. I proceeded to kick at his butt, all while laughing. Once we got to the car, I then threw all the stuff at him...he is still laughing.

Dang kid.

So, here I sit. Trying to figure out how to load stuff onto Ebay. I hear that tell-tell sound of a little boy peeing. But wait...the downstairs bathroom is out of order....... The little fart was PEEING IN THE SHOWER! Gross.

It was 'F' week at preschool this week, and Friday the theme was fish. Marissa took a little fish bath toy to school and came home with this! She is beyond thrilled. Every time you ask her what its name is, it changes. It is either Guppie or Lucy...and it is a him. She sits and watches Lucy/Guppie to see if HE has eaten any food. Such a good little mother.

I finally remembered my camera for the last game of the season. It was a rescheduled for Friday night because of the snow we had last weekend. Both of them did awesome. Brady has completely come out of his shell this season (finally) and doesn't run in circles around his team anymore. He actually gets in there and gets down to business. Too funny.


Kenna is on the biggest field this year and their team plays against 12 year olds...these 12 year olds are HUGE and you know they are good and enjoy it if they are still willing to play. She is an aggressive little bugger. She is not scared of anything. She loves being half-back, but sometimes plays goalie too.

And then there is little Miss Riss...she was rolling up like a burrito in our blanket during the game. I really should sign her up too, but when they are that young...it is soo retarded to watch. A bunch bees swarming around the ball. Maybe next season. She love practicing and kicking the ball, so we will see.

Mallory, Daylin and Kenna. They only had 7 girls show up for the game so they had to play the entire time. I am surprised they didn't fall over from exhaustion. Mall's little brother Matthew was the goalie for most of the game. Lol.


Another season down...we will start again in the Spring. I cannot wait. (That means it is boating time again). ;o)

I am a mother, wife and multitasker.
I think I should slow down and enjoy every moment.
I know Marcus loves me. Unconditionally.
I want to lose 30 pounds.
I have 3 amazing kids and a wonderful husband.
I wish I knew if we are going to move or not. I hate the unknown.
I dislike tension...with anyone. I want everyone to be happy.
I miss being pregnant and having a baby to snuggle.
I fear losing someone I love...and heights.
I smell my Scentsy Pomegranate Orange melt.
I crave REAL Pepsi. Down to one a day.
I cry when I am overwhelmed.
I usually go to Walmart in my sweats. I have vowed this will change after said weight is off.
I search for things I have put in "safe places".
I wonder what decisions and choices my kids are going to make.
I regret nothing. My decisions made me who I am.
I love my family, boating, reading, crafting and digi-scrapping.
I care about my kids' needs over my own.
I worry about the upcoming election and what my kids' future is going to be like.
I am not sure why Brady is TERRIFIED of clowns and other characters.
I remember birthdays and other random dates. Like our first kiss (May 17, 1997)
I believe everything happens for a reason.
I sing all the time, but badly.
I don't always shower everyday...Gross.
I fight with Kenna the most, we are so much alike.
I write on my calendar to keep all our activities straight.
I lose my temper rarely, but my cell phone at least once a day.
I win at pop culture games...any random thing about who is dating who is stuck in my brain.
I don't understand why people make the choices they do, especially when they KNOW better.
I can usually be found with my kids, Marcus or on the computer.
I listen really well, I think. I love hearing about my kids' day.
I need to be more diligent about running and exercising.
I forget things rarely. That funky spot for random information I guess.
I am happy with my life in general.

I tag...whoever wants to do it! It is kinda fun and REALLY hard!

Little Farts. Too Stinkin Cute.


Braden Patrick Fish
Kindergarten
Mr. Danhoff


McKenna Ann Fish
4th Grade
Mrs. DeBernardi

I think I am going to take Marissa in on retake day. These actually turned out cute.

We took the kids bowling today in Green River. Ever since they had found out we went a few weeks ago, they have been dying to go too. We went to lunch at Don Pedros and then hit the bowling alley.

Ok.. I have had this site for like 2 months now, but am too freakin FREAKED to let anyone know. I know, retarded. Anyways..

I made Sam and Chris' wedding announcement and it was fun and a great creative outlet for me. Marcus convinced me to put it out there to others. (That is the scary part)...

So, I have been working on a blog that shows some ideas that I can do to make different cards for peeps. It is http://d-lishdesigns.blogspot.com/ D-LISH ha ha ha...

So there you go. Now I can say I did it. ;0)

We went bowling last night for our Date Night with Sam and Chris. It was a lot of fun. I am so excited to tell you that I bowled a 255! Whoo! Go me! Wait, that was my total for 3 games. Oops. Yes, I suck. Oh well, it was still fun. nice to be able to do something a little different than dinner and a movie.

Sam and Chris.


I will post the other pics when Marcus sends them to me from his phone. Lol. Have a great week ya'll!!

While blog hopping today, I stumbled on this cute tag. VERY random...but you open your picture file, then the 4th folder, then upload the 4th picture. Explain a little about what was going on in that picture...

I took this over three years ago. I was putting together a "What I Love About You" scrapbook for Marcus for our 7th anniversary. This one is obviously staged, but he pretended he didn't know what I was doing.. It was that I LOVE he still holds my hand. Aw...

The book turned out great. I think that was the last time I actually scrapbooked with paper...how sad is that!

Whoever wants to play...play. Kinda fun.