What will we think of next…

…to make this the best ever Easter for Em and the fam. The boys are getting bigger and Em is the only little one around so this year we tried something a little different to make sure she had a great Easter, overall I think we all felt it was a success.

Raymond invited two of his employees over with their families and between the two they each had 4 kids, so Em had plenty of little ones to "play" with and it was a great way to get to know these families as well. So with that said, we planned a cook-out, colored eggs, and had activities set up so all who came could have a good time.

The boys still received their Easter "goodies", however this year instead of hunting for eggs, they helped their dad hide them. I can't help but think and reflect that one day, not any time soon, but one day they will be hiding eggs for their own little ones. They are such great big bruders as Em would say and make me so proud each and every day!

taking her time, can't miss a spot what's the saying? watching a boiling pot isn't gonna make it boil any faster...she was tired by the end of the evening but did a great job
cascarones...it isn't a real Easter with out them!
there is always $$ eggs, where could they be?
i'm not really sure if this basket is needed, but Raymond always has to buy her one, he loves his princess and she loves her daddy :)
entertaining the guest, Em was a great host
no discrimination here, kids of all ages were welcome to color :)
time to crack the eggs...cascarones that is, Em got a kick of getting Raymond
Robert getting Stacy with a cascarone...it is said to have a cascarone cracked on your head will bring good luck, let us know how that works for you Stacy :)
Em is loving sharing the "luck" with uncle Andy.
Payback is always fun, no mercy for his little sister
Heather opening up her Easter "goodies" that we bought for her
Who's ready for an Egg Hunt?
and off they go, I love seeing my husband with little ones, he is sooo good with children!
looking for those $$ eggs.

There is so much to be grateful for and today I am grateful for my family and all they do to put others first and let's not all forget the real reason for the season and be reminded that through Christ's death, burial and resurrection, He paid the penalty for sin, thus purchasing for all who believe in him, eternal life in Christ Jesus!