He Is Risen Indeed!

 

We had some sweet friends over on Good Friday for pizza and egg decorating. It was fun, relaxed, and the perfect way to kick off our Spring break (Dan and mine, that is)! Henry would only use the orange dye. It was pretty hilarious; no one could get near his cup!

 

We went to church Saturday night, and the Easter bunny left his annual jelly bean trail to the kids' baskets Sunday morning. It was a peaceful morning. We made Resurrection rolls for the first time. We read John 15 about Jesus being placed in the tomb as we assembled them, and we read about the resurrection after they came out of the oven. It was a beautiful illustration for our littles, and I'm sure we will do it again next year.

 

Our parents came over for brunch and an egg hunt. Dan and I put coins in the plastic eggs, and the kids couldn't have been happier. We went to my dad's for the afternoon, topping off a perfect day celebrating Jesus's love and God's grace. I'm always humbled to remember the ultimate sacrifice made for a mess like me.

Misc. Monday: Easter (Last Edition)

 

He was pierced for our transgressions He was crushed for our sins. The punishment that brought us peace was upon Him And by His wounds, we are healed.

Isaiah 53:5

 I gave up playing candy crush for Lent. I haven't always followed this practice, and may not do it every year, but felt like I needed to this year. When I was bored and wanted to play, I would praise God for all that I have and thank Jesus for His amazing grace. It may sound silly or trite, but so often I find myself moving busily throughout my day, never even thinking about the one who made this life possible. I want to be more aware, joyful, grateful and in touch with my Savior because He has paid a debt for me that I could never repay.

Sew Crafty Satruday: Easter Eggs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Dyeing Easter eggs has always been a bit of an event in the Michael household. We usually have a few friends over for snacks and crafts, but this year, we decided to go it alone. The girls had such a nice time. They were focused and content. The boy was very interested, and after drawing on his tongue, trying to drink the green dye, and knocking the cup over, I sent him to bed. Lilly, Iris, and I continued on for another hour. I  bought these fun kits at Target and we used them as center pieces for Easter dinner. It was such a lovely afternoon. I guess growing up isn't that bad after all.

Wee Ones Wednesday: A Hunting We Will Go!

 

...in the Garcia's neighborhood.

 

 

...at home. first ever coin hunt, ending in bank filling.

 

...at Grandpa and Grandma Rydell's.

 

 

 

Sew Crafty Saturday: Easter Has Arrived!

 

 

We Love Easter. When you think about it, it really is the most important holiday. Without the miracle of the Resurrection, Christmas would just be another little boy's birthday! I have gotten in the habit of decorating for every holiday and event, and my girls have gotten in the habit of asking me what comes next as soon as one celebration is over, so when the birthday party was put away, out came Easter. This year, I gave up Candy Crush for the Lent season. I don't always follow that tradition, but it really spoke to me this year, and even though it is silly, I felt like I was playing a little too much. I'm not going to lie, I miss it, but every time I think about playing, I thank Jesus for what he did on the cross. It's a simple reminder of the most beautiful thing!