Santa Cruz

Last weekend we decided to take a mini trip to Santa Cruz. We were worried it was going to be too windy and cold because that was the weather prediction for the coast, but the weather was beautiful. We stayed one night at a little hotel, but the pool was heated and they had a hot tub - that was fun! We got to see the sunset on the beach too. The next day we went to the Boardwalk and rode a few rides and spent the rest of the day on the beach. It was a nice break from work, homework, and school. Too bad it can't last forever.

Camping Mt. Diablo

We decided last minute to go camping on Mt. Diablo as a mini vacation before school starts again. We just stayed one night, but had a lot of fun. We went on an evening hike and watched the sunset, got to see a tarantula about every 20 feet, lizards, deer, and lots of raccoons. Then we roasted marshmellows. Sleeping was a little difficult due to the teenagers camping close to us and the fact that they left their food out all night which brought out the raccoons in numbers. In the morning, we went for another hike and then decided to pack up and head home and take a good long nap.

Surprise Visitor

On Brianna's birthday we went to Aaron's parents to go swimming and have cake. Brianna also got a surprise visit from a little friend named Charlie. Charlie is a squirrel that has been visiting Aaron's parents for over a year now. He is not shy and seems pretty tame. I was pretty nervous that the kids were getting so close to him, but it was just so amazing at the same time. Charlie was so cute and would take nuts right out of your hand. Everyone was so entertained by this little critter.

Phister Family Mania

Phister Family Mania

In the Beginning.....

Hahaha, so I had to finally start a blog. We will see if I can keep up or fall into a dark abyss. Most of my family has a blog, so I guess it is time to join in all this fun! So where do I start? I guess it is best to just introduce the family and then go from there. So here we are!

Aaron - Dad, Husband, Surfer.....enjoys spending time at the beach, bike riding, the outdoors, playing the guitar, painting, and cracking jokes with the family.

Natalie - Mom, Wife, Teacher....enjoys singing, playing the piano, spending time with friends and family, the beach, outdoors, and swimming.

Brianna - Daughter, Big Sister, Artist...loves to draw, swim, go to amusement parks, listen to music, play with friends, sing around the house, and dance.

Bradley - Son, Little Brother, Entertainer....loves to get attention, be tickled, cuddle, play with trains and cars, play with his big sister, get into everything, be independant, and talk a lot.