Easter is of one my favorite holidays and times to really stop and think about our Savior Jesus Christ and his sacrifice and resurrection. Giving us all the same gift of living eternally one day. I love the following song and is so perfect for such a perfect moment
We began our morning with all the traditions of the Easter Bunny and taking a moment to teach the kids what the day really stands for.
After getting everyone ready we loaded up to head up to my grandmother's place to spend the rest of the day with family. But first we stopped at the cemetery to leave Jocelyn her purple peeps. While there the sun was shining and was such a beautiful day. I looked around with such gratitude and peace to know that all the loved ones there would one day get to be reunited with their families. That is such a wonderful thought and brings joy to my heart.
Upon arriving to my grandparents we finished hiding Easter eggs for all the kids to find followed by an Easter lunch.....
Jarren and my niece Sophia looking for eggs in the bushes.
Stockton a cousin, Sophia, Jacob, and Abby a cousin looking happy with their findings....
Jacob searching away....I try hard to get him on camera since as you know it is not his favorite thing to do.
Joseph making sure that he is finding all the eggs that are OK and peanut free. Although they were all safe for him to eat.
Jarren and Stockton racing to get the last egg up out of the tree.....They really all had a great time. After eating and visiting with family we gathered the kids for coloring Easter eggs. I made most of my kids strip down so they would not get dye on all their new clothing. Even my dad and brother in law Layne got into the action.
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| bottom left to right: Joseph, Layne,Jacob, Jarren, My dad, and Stockton |
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| Left to right: Sawyer, Abby, Joseph |
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| Left to right:Layne, Stockton, Jacob, Jarren |
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| Jarren enjoying his creations |
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| Left to right: My mom, John, Amie, Zoey, and Heather |
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| Look I got my mom and John to smile for me!! |
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| Amie my cousin, Heather my sister, and Justin my cousin |
It really was such a great time with family. I would have to say one my most favorite gatherings since we actually had everyone there which is very rare when everyone runs busy life's. We were fortunate to get a complete family picture with my grandparents and their legacy.
What a great legacy to see my grandparents in the middle with their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren with spouses. Just amazing when you really think about the eternities.
Another rarity is being able to just get a complete family picture with just my parents and us kids' families.
I hope and pray this past Easter was one of joy for your family and that you can always find joy in one another even when times are not very enjoyable. Lots of love from our family to yours.
