Going to see the lights on Temple Square has been a tradition for as long as I can remember.  My Dad loved traditions and even though he is not here, we continue to pass these traditions down to our children.  I remember when I was very young piling into the family station wagon and heading to Salt Lake from Orem.  It was snowing.  We went to see the lights on Temple Square,then we went to Tampico (a mexican restaurant) for dinner.  On the way home I remember we had a flat tire.  My Dad got out on the freeway and changed the tire in the snow, but the following year we piled in the station wagon once again.  Tradition is tradition.  I have always loved Christmas, not for the gifts, but for the spirit of the season.  This I learned from my Dad.  Presents are nice, but the true meaning of Christmas means so much more!

On our way home from seeing the lights last night, I thought how nice it was to be warm after being outside.  It made me think of those who don't have a warm car, or a warm house to go to.  They said that the homeless population is at 110% this year because of the economy.  This year I am not taking anything for granted, I am so grateful for the things that I do have.  Christmas shouldn't be about the presents but about the true meaning of Christmas.  A child, born in a stable who gave his life for mankind.  I am so grateful for this gift to me, and the people that I love.   May we all remember what Christmas is truly all about.

Olympus View Dental Christmas Party!

For our office Christmas Party this year we went to the Jazz Game!  We had a catered dinner before the game in the "bowels" of the Energy Solutions Arena.  Some of us went exploring and ended up right on the court, watching the players warm up.  Very cool!  We had a great time even though the Jazz lost (most of their starters are out with injuries).  The highlight of Troy's night was meeting "Big T" Thurl Bailey and having his picture taken with him.  We had a great time, thanks to the Dr.'s and their wives for planning such a fun party! 

December Birthday Shoutout!!

Kaydee Tripp (friend) - December 2nd

Grandma Derr (need picture) - December 5th

Madison Derr (niece) - December 7th

Keyera Gibson (niece-need picture) - December 8th

Samantha McAdams (friend/co-worker) - December 14th

Sterling Sessions (uncle-need picture) - December 16th

Chuck Derr (brother) - December 19th

Charles Fisher "Pappa" - December 20th

Jillian Howick (friend/co-worker) - December 30th

Michaela Cevering (niece-need picture) - December 30th

Bella's 2nd Birthday!!

The day after Thanksgiving was our baby girl's birthday!  We were all sick of eating so we racked our brains for something to do to celebrate her special day without food!  We decided a day of bowling would be a riot!  There is a bowling alley by my Mom's house that caters to children.  The perfect place!  The kids all had a great time once they figured out that they have to take turns (bummer)!  The grown up "kids" also had a great time.  Bella got a strike, don't ask me how!  Bumper bowling and ramps are great for the babies!  Parker was the overall winner, however Chelsey gave him a run for his money!  I think everyone enjoyed themselves.  After bowling everyone, even those who couldn't go bowling met at Grandma's house for cake and ice cream and to open presents.  Bella has been such a joy in our lives and we thank Heavenly Father every day for the opportunity we have to be her family.  We love you Bella!!

Everyone came for cake and ice cream.

Bella and Kaydee tasting the frosting!

Make a wish and blow out the candles!

Bella opening her presents.

Max, on a "sugar high" thanks to Daddy!

Bella received so many nice gifts!  Thanks to all who celebrated with us!

Thanksgiving Day!

Thanksgiving is such a fun holiday!  It's all about family and food!  The big day usually starts the day before for Troy and I.  We usually brine our turkey so we have to be ready a day early for the turkey to soak for 24 hours.  We were hosting 18 people this year so we ordered a 26 lb. turkey from Peterson's Market.  When we went to pick it up they had a 30 lb. turkey reserved for us instead.  I don't know if you have ever dealth with that big of a bird, but it is a workout!  We didn't have anything big enough for the turkey to brine in, however Troy discovered that the "Luggable Loo" my Mom gave us for our emergency kits came in very handy!  Although, if we ever have an emergency, we will have to think of something else.  This wouldn't be something with multiple uses, if you get my drift!

Everyone pitched in and cooked so I didn't have too much to overwhelm me.  My only dilemma was fitting 18 people in my house for a sit-down dinner.  I never realized how small my house is until I tried to fit 2 tables in my kitchen/dining/family room area.  Thank heavens for Jenn and Troy, somehow they made it work!  All in all the day was a success!  Everyone had enough to eat and no one got food poisoning!  Hope all of your Thanksgivings were wonderful!

"Friend are quiet angels..." Play "Angels Among Us" by Alabama

"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts. And we are never, ever the same."-- Anonymous

On the Sunday before Thanksgiving I received a phone call from one of my childhood friends.  She called to tell me that her baby sister had passed away.  I was broken hearted, her sister is a friend of my little sister Jenn and we pretty much all grew up together.   It meant so much to me that she called.  Carol is one of my friends who I don't always keep in touch with regularly, but when we do connect in our busy lives, it is as though we were never apart.  It made me really appreciate how precious it is to have a true friend.  I have been so blessed to have the most amazing friends.  I have had so many challenges in my life, but I have been blessed with quiet angels who have been there for me when I have truly needed them.  I want all my precious angel friends to know how much I love you and thank heaven for you every day of my life.  The fact that I don't have pictures of all of my special friends tells me I have some phone calls to make, but know that even if your picture isn't here, that you are still in my heart!

"Hold a true friend with both of your hands." -- Nigerian Proverb

Forever Families - Play "My Destiny" by Jim Brickman & Michelle Wright

"You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them." ~Desmond Tutu

The other day I had a patient come in for a cleaning. In my effort to make small talk, I asked her what she was doing for the holidays. She told me that she really had no plans, that she may hang out with friends. I asked her if her family lived out of state and she said "no." She stated that she just isn't close to her family. She doesn't get along with her siblings or her mother, her father had passed away. I talk to people every day and every time I hear a story like this it makes me so sad for the people who aren't close to their families. I know I have said this before but I really don't know where I would be today without the family that I have. I can't imagine not having a close relationship with every single person in my family.

Growing up with a disability, I could have learned to feel sorry for myself. I could have developed low self-esteem and not completely understood my potential. My parents never treated me differently from the other kids and always told me that I could accomplish anything I put my mind to. We all have strengths and we all have weaknesses. We cannot possibly know what our strengths are if we don't embrace our weaknesses, both make us who we are. This is what my family has taught me. I have always felt so much love and acceptance from my family and I know they love me as much as I love them. I love the LDS Primary song Families Can Be Together Forever, the words "I always want to be with my own family" says it all for me. I am so blessed to have been born to the parents that I have. I love every one of my 7 brothers and sisters, and their families. I love the entire Fisher family, they are such loving people and I am so blessed they are my family, and I thank my Heavenly Father every day for my loving husband and my beautiful children.


I feel sad for those who do not know the blessing of family. Family is the most important thing in my life. I could never want more than to be a good daughter, a great sister, a compassionate daughter-in-law, a loving wife and mother. I want my family to know how much I love you all and thank my Heavenly Father every day for my little place in the world, surrounded by those I love.

"The family. We were a strange little band of characters trudging through life sharing diseases and toothpaste, coveting one another's desserts, hiding shampoo, borrowing money, locking each other out of our rooms, inflicting pain and kissing to heal it in the same instant, loving, laughing, defending, and trying to figure out the common thread that bound us all together. ~Erma Bombeck

Unhappy Babies!

Max had been miserable for about 4 days, when he finally cut his first tooth on my birthday.   He was really unhappy and continues to be as he has 4 teeth coming in at once.  One down, three to go!  To add insult to injury, he had his well child visit at the pediatrician on the 6th.   Good news--he is healthy as a horse!  He weighs 21 pounds and is 29 1/2 inches long.  This puts him in the 90% of his height, the 50% of his weight and the 85% of his head circumference.  I asked the doctor what this meant and he responded that he just has a big brain!  Good to know!  He is just a big boy.  He does have potential, my dad for those who didn't know him, was 6' 5" tall.  People called him the "gentle giant."  Apparently I didn't take after him, however, Max could take after Grandpa Ken and be a basketball player, or football player, either way a "gentle giant."  

Anyway, back to the story, so not only is he cutting teeth but he had to have 3 shots on Thursday, including the flu shot.  I had Sydney and Bella with me so I thought I would get them for all of them.  Silly me, I have had 3 sick kids for the last week!  Bella and Max were running temperatures of around 104 so it was a little scary for me.  I was up round the clock alternating Tylenol with Motrin, just trying to keep them comfortable.   Luckily Sydney was sick on Monday so she stayed home with the babies so they didn't have to go to daycare.

It is funny how we don't appreciate having good health until we don't have it.  The kids just had the flu and it was so hard to watch them be so miserable.  We are so blessed that this is the only illnesses we have had in our family.  I am so thankful for the beautiful, healthy children that Troy and I have been blessed with.  Life is truly a miracle and we should appreciate it everyday instead of realizing it only when we see others suffering.  There are not too many things more important in this life than good health.  Other stresses never seem as important when someone around us is suffering. 

The Denver Broncos Game!

A patient of mine gave me two tickets for the Denver Broncos/Miami Dolphins game on November 2nd.  I was so excited, I knew Troy would be in "heaven."  He loves any opportunity to see a live football game.  We tried every way we could think of to make it work but we just couldn't make it to the game.  Troy and I decided to give the tickets to Chelsey and Kasey as a gift.  They have been stressed out because of Kasey's accident, and Chelsey is just working so hard that we thought a diversion would be great!  Troy made all the arrangements for them and they took off for a road trip to Denver.  Neither of them are football fans, but they were really excited to go.  They left on Saturday morning and got there that evening, having stopped a few times along the way.  They were great about checking in with us so we didn't worry.

On Sunday, they got to the game early so they could watch everything (plus they aren't too familiar with Denver).  They were on the phone about every 15 minutes, relaying details to Troy.  He was very jealous, but happy for them to have this experience.  They really had fun at the game, especially watching all the crazy fans!  They said they had a great time, even though Denver lost.  I am so glad they had the opportunity to go, and thank you Ric for the tickets!  You really are my favorite! 

November Birthday Shoutout!!! (Play "Thankful" by Josh Groban)

Sharon Tidwell (friend) - November 4th
Lisa (me) - November 5th
Shar Oskins (friend/co-worker) - November 5th
Karen Chambers (cousin) Need picture - November 6th
Carol Rice (forever friend) Need picture! - November 7th
Jill Hansen (friend/co-worker) - November 9th
Jenn Dastrup (friend) - November 9th
Ayden Derr (nephew) - November 13th
Karen Derr (sister-in-law) - November 16th
Kristen Gibson (sister) - November 25th
Patricia Isabella Fisher "Bella" (our baby girl!) - November 28th


Happy Birthday Everyone!!!

November is one of my favorite months, not only because it is my birthday month but because it is a month in which most people are celebrating the things they are thankful for. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, it is a day we share with family and friends and reflect upon the blessings in our lives. I feel so blessed to have the family that I do. My Mother is the most amazing woman I know. She is always such an example to me in all she does. My brothers and sisters are truly my best friends, I would rather spend time with them than anyone else in the world. I am also blessed with the most incredible in-laws, they are my family as well. I am so blessed to have such amazing children. They bring me such joy and happiness and last but not least, I am so blessed to be married to my best friend.

Even though it is such a great month, November is also a sad time for me. My father passed away November 16, 1985--23 years ago. There isn't one day that I don't think about him and miss him. He was a brilliant man, he was very well educated, but more than he was an educated man, he was a wise man. He was also a great Dad. I remember one day when I was having a hard time in my life he sat me down and told me this quote:

"Happiness is a butterfly which when pursued is just out of grasp... but if you will sit down quietly, may alight upon you."
--Nathaniel Hawthorne

I never forgot these words, my Dad helped me to see that happiness is found within yourself, not from outside sources. I have always been able to find my own happiness, no matter what the circumstances. I love you Dad! I wish I could have had more time with you. I wish I could see you with my children, you would be such a great Grandpa! Thank you for all you taught me.

Halloween Night!!!

We spent Halloween night at my Mom's house with all of my family.  Mom and Kris made a yummy dinner of chili, grilled cheese sandwiches and fruit salad. The kids were so excited to see their cousins! We haven't been able to see them for awhile so they were happy to celebrate Halloween together. We are so lucky that all of our kids love to be together, it makes family parties so much fun! All the kids got dressed up and we all set out on a beautiful October night. The temperature was about 60 degrees which made it so pleasant! Utah Halloween's can be cold, wet or even snowy! I was so happy that is was so nice outside. We did get a little bit of rain, there is a storm coming in a few days so it had to tease us a little. We just went around the block, Bella was getting tired. Max had the "luxury wagon" so he was fine whatever we did. We also didn't want Bella to get too much candy (sugar high, no thanks)! After we walked around the block, we decided to go and see my old boss, Dr. Marty Bingham and his wife, Linda. I hadn't seen him for so long and we wanted to show off the babies. It was so good to see them! Troy and I both love them to pieces. They absolutely loved the babies and were so cute with them.  After we visited with the Bingham's for awhile we went back to Mom's for donuts and warm carmel apple cider.  What a fun evening, the babies slept good that night!

While we were at the Bingham's, Bella climbed up on Linda's grand piano.  Her piano is so beautiful and in pristine condition.   I was quick to stop her, but Linda wanted to see what she would do.  Linda is a pianist and is also a retired kindergarten teacher so she is amazingly patient. Bella climbed up on the bench and started playing with her fingers. Linda was in awe!  She explained that children usually bang on the piano but she pointed out how Bella was actually playing with her fingers.  It wasn't anything spectacular but it wasn't noise.  She encouraged us to buy a cheap piano and get her into a Suzuki teacher/program. We are always amazed in Bella. I don't know what this child's future will be, but it is definitely promising. 

Halloween Party at Olympus View Dental

Since we had to work on Halloween, we decided to have all the kids come in for a costume party.  Chelsey didn't have to work on Friday so she and Kasey brought Sydney, Bella and Max in with their costumes on.  Everyone else brought in their kids dressed in their Halloween attire.  They were all so cute!  We made nachos and homemade rootbeer and had lots of treats for the kiddies!   I am so lucky to work with such fun people!  I love them like they are my own family.  If I have to spend 8 hours a day away from my babies, I am glad it is with my girls from OVD! 

October Fest at Porcupine Grill!

One of our favorite traditions is to go to Porcupine Grill for October Fest.  We have done this every year for I don't know how long!  We met some of our friends there.  Jeremy, Janelle and Taggert, Laurie and Jr., and Shar and Jack.  We had so much fun sharing nachos and hot wings and just laughing and catching up!  We never get to see Jeremy, Janelle and Tag so it was especially fun!  October Fest is over now but we have next year to look forward to!

Bella's First Haircut

Last weekend we took Bella to "Cookie Cutters" for her first haircut. I had attempted to cut her hair a few times, but I was unsuccessful (she has the wiggles). We were nervous about this as Bella is going through an "I'm scared" phase. She is pretty much scared of everything. When we got there, they had Bella pick out a movie to watch. She chose Baby Einstein and then she chose a pink car to sit in.  They gave Bella some bubbles so she was having fun with those until she got the blower too close to her lips, Yuk!  Teresa did a great job cutting her hair even though Bella was a moving target for almost all of the procedure, thus the short bangs.  Bella had so much fun, she didn't want to leave.  Thank you "Cookie Cutters" for making her experience so enjoyable (for all of us)!

Witches Night Out!!

Witches Night Out at Gardner Village is one of our favorite things to do as a family. It is the biggest costume party I have ever seen! It actually isn't until October 24th and 25th, but last year when we went it was wall to wall people!  We wanted to avoid the crowd this year so we went a week early with Jenn, Nate and Logan.  Gardner Village has events all month long so no matter when you go, there are so many things going on. Almost everyone dresses up like witches. We were going to dress the kids up, but we ordered Bella's costume on line and it won't be here till this week. Bummer! Max was in awe of everything going on around him. He just kicked back and watched everybody. He is so dang cute!! It is so much fun there, they have music piped all over the village. Chelsey and Sydney were dancing in the street with a bunch of other people. They love any opportunity to just let their hair down and have fun! We ran into our friend Suzzi who owns a photo booth, she takes it to different events and parties. She let the girls take some pictures, let were so cute!! They thought it was tons of fun! We are going to have her come and do Chelsey's and Kasey's wedding. Check out what she does on her website at www.smilenowphotobooths@yahoo.com. We finished off the night with a visit to Sweet Afton's Candy Shop. Bella was in heaven! Troy let her pick out a few of her favorite treats. He regretted it later when she was bouncing off the walls with a sugar high! What a fun night we had!!

Happy Birthday, Grandpa! (Play music "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts)

The first time I met Mike was the day before Troy and I got married. I was a complete wreck, trying to pull our wedding together and I don't know why, but I chose to work the day before so I was tired and stressed. I had also had some "family issues" that added to the chaos. Needless to say I was a basket case. This, combined with the fact that I was meeting his family for the first time, I really wanted to run! We walked up to the door of his hotel room and knocked, I felt like I was going to pass out. Mike opened the door and walked over to me, grabbed me and gave me the biggest hug and said, "I am so happy to meet you, sweetheart!" At once I loved this man! He has always made me feel like such an important part of his family. Chelsey and Sydney have always called him Grandpa, they feel as though they are his grandchildren. He always shows them so much love, they love him back with all their hearts!

The last time we got off the plane, I couldn't believe my eyes when Bella went right to Grandpa, no hesitation! I think he reminds her of Troy. He is so wonderful with all the kids, they all love spending time with him. After Bella was born, he and Patty flew out and surprised us with a visit. Mike has been out here to see us several times, once for Troy's baptism and even was part of the surprise for Troy's 40th surprise birthday party (what a riot!)

Going to California to see Grandpa and Grandma is always such a treat, Grandpa always goes out of his way to make our visits so much fun! He always has something fabulous planned. The first year we were married the girls and I flew out so they could meet Troy's family. Mike took us all to Disneyland (which he hates), Sea World with everyone else in the family, we had so much fun dining with Shamu! Those were fun times, but we have fun with him even if it's just going to the Spectrum to shop. He hates shopping but he gives the kids "walkin' around money" and shops till they drop! Everything is always about the kids, sometimes I think he is just a kid at heart!


Dad, we just want to tell you how much we love and appreciate you for everything you do and everything you are. We wish we were closer so we could give you a big birthday hug and kiss on your special day. Just know that on October 17th, we will be celebrating your life here in Utah. Our birthday wish for you is good health, a long life, filled with much love and happiness! We love you! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!



Congratulations Heidi and Eddy!




"Life is a journey, and love is what makes that journey worthwhile." --Unknown

Wishing we could be there on your wedding day! We would be there if we could, but sometimes life gets in the way. Just know that we love you and wish you all the happiness life can bring! Till we see you again, give yourselves a hug and kiss from the Utah Fishers. Congratulations, we love you both!

Troy and Lisa - 10 Year Anniversary!!! (Play "It's Your Love" by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill)

"Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale."  - Anonymous

I gave up on fairy tales a long time ago.  There never is a "happily ever after."  Love and marriage is hard work with ups and downs, successes and disappointment.  I heard once, "you don't fall in love, you grow it."  This is a truth that I have learned over years of experience. 

 Troy, when you and I were married 10 years ago, I thought you were the cutest man I had ever known.  You could make me laugh and I just loved being with you, no matter what we were doing.  You were my hope of a "happily ever after."  I remember when you asked me to marry you, I was so excited but so scared.  I had been hurt more than anyone should ever have to experience.  It was a beautiful August night, you took my hands in yours and said, "I want to spend the rest of my life making you as happy as I possibly can."  As I looked into your eyes, I believed in what you were telling me,  I still do.  I know you want more than anything to make my life wonderful.  Life hasn't been easy for us, we struggle in so many ways, but we are so blessed.  We have such a wonderful family!  We have created two of the most precious children together Bella and Max, what a joy they are to us.  These are things that money can't buy.  Money can't make me smile like Max can.  Possessions don't throw their arms around you and tell you they love you like Bella can.  We have so much!  Troy, you have kept your promise to me and you continue to "make me as happy as you possibly can" every day.   I love you more than you will ever know.  Happy Anniversary!!!    

"To laugh often and love much... to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others, to give one's self... this is to have succeeded." 

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Fall Days

This weekend the weather changed. It rained all day Saturday, continued Sunday morning but Sunday afternoon the sun came out. There was a chill in the air and it finally felt like Fall is here! Fall is my most favorite time of the year. Utah falls are some of the most spectacular I have ever seen. There is something in the air, I can't explain it. It is a feel, a smell, the mountains...something. Fall usually starts when football starts.  Troy and I both miss watching Parker play football!  We loved wearing our "Silverwolves" sweatshirts, taking our camp chairs, blankets, and hot chocolate all in preparation to watch Parker play.  We are happy we have Maximus "the Tank" Fisher to continue the tradition of football in our family.

My kids can always tell when it is fall because I bake! Troy and the kids love this time of year for that very reason. I don't always have time to cook so when I do, they love it! I love it when the weather is cold and dreary, it gives me a chance to spend the day with my family. The older kids stay home and "hang out" with us. I love this! We just hung out with our family all weekend, it was so awesome!  I am so much like my Dad in this respect. I remember my Dad telling me I couldn't go out with my friends when I was a teenager. I would ask him "why?" He would respond "because I just want you home." I never really understood this until I became a parent. Sometimes we as parents, just want our children around us. It makes us feel safe and complete. When my older kids are out, I feel as though something is missing. It is a weird parent thing I guess. Mother Hen needs her chicks tucked safely under her wing, watching movies and eating homemade cookies!

Tagged again!!

I have been tagged again by my friend Kristy.  I am sorry it has taken me so long to respond but I am a fragmented, working mother!  Here I go:

*Two names I go by:  Troy calls me "Lil' Lisa" and Tammy at work calls me "Lala."

*Two things I am wearing right now:  Exercise pants and a sweat jacket (it is chilly outside and I refuse to turn on the heat just yet).

*Two things I want in my life right now:  More financial stability (this economy is the pits!) and a much needed mini-vacation to the Homestead (a long weekend would be good, I don't have any vacation days left due to maternity leave).

*Two things I did last night:  Made homemade tomato soup and biscuits and homemade oatmeal cookies for dinner, and played with my babies before they went to sleep (this is my favorite thing to do every night).

*Two things I ate today:  Homemade oatmeal cookie and pico de gallo and chips.

*Two of my favorite drinks:  Diet coke and WATER!

*Five people I am tagging:  Jenn Dastrup, Lindsey Barfuss, Karen Derr, Kelly Dyches, and Jenn Kay.  YOU HAVE BEEN TAGGED!

"If I could, I would walk through the night, gently gathering up all the most beautiful dreams in the world one by one, I would tuck them into a basket woven from star beams, until the basket overflowed.  Then I would tiptoe to your house & spill them out whispering...these are for one who deserves only beautiful things."   --Unknown

Decorating for Halloween!

Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year.  We all love to decorate the house with scary stuff!  This time of year we love to snuggle on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon and watch scary movies, not the slasher kind of movies but the fun ones.  Our favorites are Hocus Pocus, Practical Magic, the Disney version of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Summer Magic, Watcher in the Woods, and my personal favorite The Changling.  Thanks to Cathy for finding me this movie and surprising me with it for my birthday a few years ago.  This movie always freaks me out, even though there isn't any blood or guts (I personally hate that kind of movie).  I love a good psychological thriller!  We have been introducing Bella to Halloween this year, last year she was too little.  We have to be careful, she has already been scared by the big, fake spider we hang outside our door on a web.  I don't want her to be traumatized, so we are sticking with the more tame movies when she is around.  I am working on costumes for trick or treat this year.  I'm thinking Bella will be a witch and Max will be a skunk.  Don't worry, I will take lots of pictures!  I am so excited!  They are going to be so cute!

Birthday Shoutout for October!

Happy Birthday to all our favorites born in October:

Jennifer Kay (sister) - October 1st

Megan Derr (niece) - October 3rd

Kris Derr (sister-in-law) - October 12th

Mike Fisher (Dad) - October 17th

Nathan Kay (brother-in-law) - October 25th

Whitney Whitlock (friend) - October 26th

Happy Halloween!!   

Tagged!!!!

My sister Jenn has tagged me and asked me to share 3 of my quirks and 3 of Troy's quirks with all of our "blog buddies."  Here I go:

Lisa

1.  I hate "static-cling."  I think this stems from my youth, doing folding before the invention of Downey and Bounce.

2.  I love my side of the bed and I won't share it with anyone, including Bella or Troy who are always trying to take it!

3.  I love my pillow, I take it everywhere with me!  I take it anywhere I have ever been in the world!  Bella, again is always positioning to confiscate it from me.  She has not been successful!

Troy 

1.  One word, FOOTBALL!  He eats, sleeps, drinks football.  We have a deal though, he gets to watch football, uninterrupted and he has to do all the laundry.  Fair trade, don't you think?

2.  He hates to discipline the kids.  He is always the "good cop" to my "bad cop."  If I say no to the kids, they ask him.

3.  He showers about 3 times a day.  He hates to be dirty or sweaty.  He mows the lawn, he showers, if its hot and he sweats, he showers, etc.  At least I always have a clean smelling husband, he never stinks!

So there you have it, a glimpse into the life of Troy and Lisa.  I would like to extend this tag to my friends Tammy, Lindsey Christensen, and Laurie Davies.  Sorry guys, I had to do it!  I can't wait to see what your quirks are!