Zoo trip

Stephen had his first long field trip to the National Zoo this month. He got to ride on a touring bus and the other boys and I followed to spend the day at the zoo with him. After getting lost in DC because we got separated from the buses and I didn't know where I was going, we finally made it just in time for the kids to be finished with their lunch. We quickly ate, met up with the kids from the bus that broke down on the way and headed out on our adventure! We had a great time, hanging out with Krissy and her boys, and my friend Joyce and her girls. Stephen's favorite part was riding the bus but his favorite animals to see were the zebras, elephants and pandas. Scottie loved all of it and Shaun was pretty enamored with most of the animals too! We had a great time and look forward to more field trips in the future!

Happy Easter from the Steyaert family!

He has RISEN!! I thank God that I serve a God that is greater than death! Jesus Christ conquered death when He sacrificed His life for ours on Calvary so many years ago so we can be covered by His precious blood and be a new creation in Christ Jesus. He paid the penalty so none should parish but all could have eternal life. What a marvelous mystery that He would love us so much to suffer a sinner's death to bring life to His creation (man)made in His own image. This is the free gift of Jesus, celebrated at Easter. Thank you, Lord for loving me so much!!

Special pancake breakfast

A trip to Granddad's for a walk to the river, tire swing, and egg hunt!

Granddad teaching the boys about skipping rocks!

Who doesn't love a boy giving his mommy flowers?!?

We had a great time at Granddad and Grandmama's house celebrating the Risen Lord! I hope the time spent with your family was just as special!

Growing up again!!

Stephen lost his first tooth! It fell out one day at baseball practice. He was playing with it and then he popped it out with his toungue when we were about to get into the car. He had such a fit because we couldn't find it. He wondered if the tooth fairy would still bring him something.... and she did! Did you know that the going rate for the first tooth was $5? I was sure to tell him not to expect it for all his teeth!

Spring Break in Ohio

This year we spent our first Spring Break in Ohio with Craig and Rachel, visiting cousins! The kids had a blast and always just pick up where they left off. We had lots of fun adventures and great play time!

After church on Sunday we went to visit a farm having a "baby shower" for the new animals. The kids got to see little piglets, chicks, calves, llamas, sheep, and even hold bunnies. They had a blast....

On Monday we decided to have an Easter egg hunt and all the kids had fun finding eggs spread around the outside of the house then eating all the candy!

Tuesday we checked out a fun indoor park called Scadoodles. It was a blast even though everyone was starting to get sick. Stephen and Scottie loved going around the gym on the ride on equipment and Caleb and Victoria enjoyed the big slide! Victoria even did the monkey bars for the first time! Lilly had a great time looking at herself in the mirror and taking all the little kid toys apart.

Wednesday we took advantage of the warm weather and went to the park by the house. It was a really fun park and the kids are still talking about it. They played hide and seek, loved the slide and just enjoyed running around having fun. I enjoyed not having to battle against screen time... Maybe we need to do this more often. HMMM....

Thursday we spent the day preparing to surprise Craig with a birthday celebration for his 28th birthday which was actually the next day. We made him a cake and the kids had a good time putting on all the chocolate chips. They also made him cards and a banner to hang in the front window.

Our time ended on Friday as we needed to be back for Little League practice for Stephen that night. Before we left though we made one more stop at the Science center in Youngstown called OhWow. The kids had a great time here too learning about music, air, water, green screens, wind, and Stephen's favorite, paper air planes.

We were blessed that Stephen and Victoria's spring breaks coordinated this year. We hope that this will be a yearly trip, so the cousins can get together. Looking forward to more memories this summer! Thanks Rache and Craig!

Shaun is 10 Months!!

I can't tell you how much joy this young boy has brought to our life. He loves his brothers and his new tricks include sitting for a few seconds on his own and wanting to stand!!

Baseball Starts!

Stephen is on the Blue Claws this season and he is really excited! This weekend will be his first game. He has been practicing this past month and learning to hit the ball off of a machine pitching to him. I think he is doing well and his glasses sure help!