Easter definitely came quickly this year. I felt so “behind” trying to get ready for that as well of Chris’ Change of Command which came a little quicker than expected (the Navy certainly keeps us on our toes).
My family came into town and it was great to see them and a few other friends of Chris that he keeps in touch with. The weekend was non-stop with fun activity after activity that we had been doing all week.
The kids had a blast as did Chris and I. Easter arrived and our little family of four enjoyed breakfast at Baker’s Crust followed by a beautiful service at Church. Noting how wonderful the weekend had been Camille wisely stated: “We are so rich, because we have each other.” Chris and I looked at each other and smiled. What a wonderful family we have, and we are anxiously awaiting the next addition.
One of Chris’ favorite things to do is hide eggs for the kids to find. After all the hunts we did over the past week and a half, I had no need to go buy eggs. I simply dumped out the candy (that will soon find its way to the trash can) and re-stuffed them with little animals
The kids baskets this year were filled with felted eggs holding little trinkets, a globe ball (where we were able to point to where there sister is living right now), and a book and audio cd for each.
The one thing I did make them both was a little felt bunny.
I felt like they turned out a bit wonky, but Chris and the kids thought they were great. They didn’t seem to notice and just love that I made them something. They are definitely some handmade loving peeps.
Speaking of handmade, Camille has all week off of school this week. Its so freeing! In her words “I can’t wait for next week so I can hang out and do crafts with my best mommy!” Aren’t kids the best? So to be sure, I have set up some creative stuff for the two of us to do this week. 
Alex K
Apr 9, 2012 -
What a cute peep Erin! I should come do crafts with you and Cami so I can learn:) Just a thought…maybe hang on to all that yummy candy for OCF dessert? LOL!
Becca
Apr 9, 2012 -
Their little bunnies are so cute! Sounds like a beautiful Easter!
Becca
barefootmama
Apr 9, 2012 -
Looks like a wonderful time!
Great photos, Mama!
) ~Barefoot Mama
Nicola
Apr 9, 2012 -
Full and wonderful weekend, Erin! Your family glows.
Dawn
Apr 10, 2012 -
Looks like a fun Easter! Those little felt bunnies are adorable. Enjoy your extra time with Cami this week! I love what she said to you…so sweet.
mandy
Apr 11, 2012 -
what a beautiful easter celebration! i love the hand mades for their basket. since you had things you made together in the basket, i’m curious, do you talk about the ‘easter bunny’ with the kids? I made a conscious effort to not talk about the bunny but it was introduced at school and from family; i would much rather the kids know their baskets are full of a few beautiful things from our family to celebrate the miracle of easter than from a magical bunny. i’m always curious how other thoughtful parents handle these things
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erin
Apr 12, 2012 -
thanks mandy, i love adding little handmades.
We didn’t talk about the easter bunny either, the kids know the baskets are from us because we love them and were so excited to hunt eggs, celebrate risen Jesus and soak in the blessings of our little family together. It was a truly ‘magical’ day, no bunny needed. 