Easter landed on April 1 this year, which is on the early side. Just in time the snow melted and we squeezed in a warm-ish, sunny day. This same group has been getting together for years now, we just keep adding kids. :)
Many years ago, we quite going to Easter Sunday morning service, giving up our highly-sought-after seats for others. This year our family was split into four different services over the weekend so we didn't get the iconic family Easter photo that I wanted. Knowing that would be the case, I made sure we gathered for 10 seconds after the last performance. Its more authentically Easter than Sunday dresses, right? ;)
I was up before the sun, happily celebrating a risen Savior and preparing for our family. Fresh cinnamon rolls is one way I show love to them. :)
K and Avery were empowered to be the decorating committee, my only part was paying. They did great!
Amanda set up a snowcone stand, which was a huge hit with the kids, except it ended up being a three-person operation, with a screwdriver involved.
Renna's new puppy was a huge hit!
Like I said...we've been busy adding kids...and dogs. :) I'm so very, very grateful all hearts still come home to Auntie's house. :)
We split the big kids into two groups and sent them off on a scavenger hunt.
But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead.
(It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!)
Ephesians 2:4-5
Have read your blog for long time. Just curious are J and R still fosters and if so how long will they be staying. Love keeping up with your lives.
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