Spring Break Vacation

I am attempting to play catch up on my blogging before the little man arrives. As some of you know, this pregnancy has been less than ideal for me, but baby is healthy and doing well, so we are thankful. Only 6 weeks to go! Here are some pictures of our first real family vacation in Santa Cruz. The boys surprised us with their enthusiasm and joy the whole way. We can't wait to do it again!

On the road

Checking out the jelly belly factory

at the ocean

Caleb parting the red sea

Enjoying the beautiful day. (Z was terrified of the waves and the seaweed and screamed unless we were carrying him. Silly boy.

running from the waves

Marianne's ice cream shop! (sharing a blast from my past with the boys)

first time riding the carousel.

Easter

Coloring the Easter eggs and playing pirate!

The classic "B" look.

Finished decorating!

Our traditional Easter egg coffee cake.
We also had Resurrection rolls that were a big hit with the kids!
Thanks mom!

Our attempt at a family photo. (we needed you Carissa) :)

Hmm... what could be in this egg?

So excited with how many eggs he found!
Thanks Dad for hiding the eggs for the boys and us "big kids"

Every year my dad does a hunt for B and I. This year will go down in history as the first time I have ever beat B! Poor guy is not used to losing. :)

It's a boy!

As most of you know, we are expecting our 3rd child at the beginning of September. Today we had an ultrasound which revealed that we will soon be 2 little men short of a basketball team. I think I am officially outnumbered, but very excited!

Little man's first picture

Christmas and Catching up...

Here are several pictures from Christmas and some other random pictures that I haven't had a chance to post. Enjoy!

Yea, Christmas!

Patiently waiting to open their loot.

Jake was able to join of for Christmas this year.

Aren't they handsome?

We woke up to "snow" on new years day.

Happy Birthday Brandon!

Playing "I can do that" for family game night

Having fun!

Kitchen Cabinets

We did something brave, bold and daring. Yes, we painted our kitchen cabinets. I read that white cabinets made small spaces seem bigger and I have always liked the look, so... we did a little research, were assured that we couldn't mess it up and we did it! It is not perfect, but we really like it and are thrilled with our first diy project! I am thankful to have such a handy man that isn't afraid to take risks. We still want to paint the wall a darker color to offset the white. I will post more pictures when it is complete.

Sanded and Primed

Our painting studio :)

The man of the hour hard at work.

Before

Finished product (terrible lighting)

Before

The room seems bigger and so much brighter!

Sled Dogs at Mt. Shasta

Last weekend we went up to Mt. Shasta with some friends so the kids could go on a sled dog ride. It was fun to get out in the snow and do something unique. Thanks C for not taking no for an answer and for taking the pictures. :)

This picture makes me laugh as it is a typical hiester family photo

Family Pictures

Last month my good friend Carrissa was kind enough to take some photos of our family. We had so much fun and I think they turned out great! Thank You Carissa! Here are a few of my favorites.

Thats my Cabe! :)

Zach's Triathlon

This week, while Caleb was at school, Zach decided that he wanted to do his own triathlon just like his daddy. Because we don't have a swimming pool Z improvised on the swimming part. He rode his little bike around the whole loop though and made me proud. It was so cold and windy that day but he did it! Way to go little man!

"Swimming"

Biking

Running

Winning!

Snuggle Bugs

My boys enjoying their after shower ritual.