Christ is Risen!

Like every year, the day began with sweet, whispering girls who always get up too early looking for Easter baskets. After much waffle- and chocolate-munching, we were off to Mass, which was perfection, as always. We took our yearly Easter photo and not ONE photo had everyone looking at the same time!

After Mass, we headed to see John's dad for his birthday and Easter dinner. Happy birthday, Big Les!The kids each brought a supply of candy to eat all afternoon while spending time with family. Grandpa kept the boys captivated with childhood stories. I'm not sure it's a great idea to share stories of drinking and smoking as a KID, but hopefully they won't try to imitate the crazy tales they heard. ;)

Parker and Morgan had a great time with the each other. Sometimes I can't get them to let me take a photo at all without hiding their faces, but today was a blessing! My little hams let me take a couple dozen photos of them out at the pond. Here are two favorites...


My beautiful baby, making a silly face...
My big girl, growing up way too fast!It was a glorious warm day to spend outside as well as taking some time inside to color eggs with Grandma Carmi (it was her first time!) and to take a look at all of the neat jewelry she made in the Philippines, before she each let us pick out a set for ourselves. Now the girls want to learn more from her to make their own creations. :)

It was a great day, filled with many blessings! .......Annnnnndddd, after all those M&Ms, the diet starts tomorrow. ;)