Emma had a blast coloring Easter Eggs! I always tend to get stressed out around these important events because I want them to be perfect and, well, I'm an amateur. I always underestimate how simplicity can bring about fun memories. So, once I let loose a little, Emma was so much fun to watch as she tried to pile the eggs into the dye and spill it everywhere. But, I have to admit hers did come out the best. She's a natural!!
On Easter morning we were a little rushed to get to church by 9:00, so she didn't have time to explore her basket. However, she did find two brightly colored "balls" quickly and threw them across the living room as she yelled "ball". With a frantic and late mommy saying, "No sweety, those are eggs, they break!" It was a fun pre-easter egg hunt in our own living room!
Then, at Mimi's she had a head start to the other teenagers that were there to share in the official hunt. I was a little down because typically Hannah, Eden and Hyrum would be right by her side. But, she had a blast and had to take her stroller to gather the eggs. She was picky though, if it was broken, she threw it back. That's my girl!!I hope that as my children grow older I am able to incorporate Christ into this Holiday more fully. I had wonderful plans of doing it this year. However, as I mentioned before I get carried away and if it doesn't turn out I am overwhelmed and defeated before I begin. So, throughout the day I tried to keep the true spirit and reason for Easter within my heart and mind. I am truly grateful for my Savior and the suffering that he endured on my behalf. I am amazed at how my relationship has grown through the past two years. Without it, my life wouldn't be as meaningful as it is this day.
