Easter 2013

 

"Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us." Romans 8:34

This Easter we decided to stay at home and listen to a sermon on CD because Adalynn was only 4 weeks old.  We plan on returning to church when she is 6 weeks old.  My mom graciously offered to cook lunch at her house so we didn't have to take Adalynn (and all the kiddos) out to eat.  She hid eggs for them (then they took turns hiding them for each other) and they all had a great time!

I am so thankful to have such an understanding mom who is supportive of some of my non-traditional parenting methods!  She asked me what I'd like her to put in the eggs because she knew I'd prefer that Zeke not eat candy.  We decided on Annie's organic crackers and graham crackers.  Zeke was thrilled with the treat!

He also got a book about the story of Christ's death and resurrection earlier in the week.  He loved reading it with me!  Adalynn got a pink bunny in the mail from GeeGee and a sweet baby animals book from our friend, Jan.

We tried to take a picture of Adalynn in her basket like we did with Zeke on his first Easter.  She wasn't too happy...ha!

But we did get one...

Here is the side by side comparison of both kiddos in their Easter baskets!  It's hard to believe how quickly three years went by.  I feel like I was just taking that picture of Zeke!

We took some more photos to capture the day...

Overall, it was a great time together enjoying one another, but most importantly, celebrating our risen Lord.  We thank God for His son, Jesus, and for the sacrifice He made so we can spend eternity with Him.  I pray you all had a blessed day too!