Easter

After all of our preparations for Easter, it was finally here. We went to mass on Saturday evening. It’s always a longer mass, but we didn’t want to rush in the morning. The kids were great at church. They were both excited that they got to hold their own lit candles  this year. They both enjoyed singing, especially Jackson. Not knowing the words, he still sang very loud~love him!

After church we came home and got ready for bed. Before bed the kids put their baskets in the living room in hopes that the Easter Bunny would fill them. Aubrin was feeling a bit anxious that he might hop upstairs, but after a lot of discussion she went to bed.

Todd and I finished up all of the evening festivities and went to bed. Although not much longer (12:30am) we hear, “Mom, come up here”. Jackson had gotten up to go to the bathroom. Walking from his room to the bathroom he got a glance down in the living room. He said, “Did you see what the Easter Bunny brought Aubrin?” At that point he was WIDE AWAKE! That was fantastic because it was 12:30 in the morning. So I got him back in bed. An hour later he comes downstairs wanting to know when we should get up. What???? So I walked him back upstairs and I laid down in his bed. We both fell asleep. At 4:30 Aubrin came in his room and climbed in with us. She fell back asleep. At 6:00 they were both up and giggling and asking when we should get up. I left them upstairs and told them they could come down at 6:30. I also reminded Jackson  not to tell Aubrin about what he saw in the living room. at 6:15 they were both giggling so hard. Todd went up and they were both standing in front of Jackson clock watching it and waiting for it to be 6:30. Todd came back down got the video camera ready and we told them to come down. Not the good night sleep I was hoping for, but I have to admit I love when they are this excited, even if it’s really early in the morning!

They both walked downstairs and Aubrin said, “Oh my goodness, the Easter Bunny brought me a bike Jack!” She was thrilled. I think Jackson was just as thrilled for her. The kids came down and went straight to their baskets. I’m not sure why the kids have baskets. The silly Easter Bunny thinks it’s Christmas and nothing ever fits inside of it!  With all of the excitement about Aubrin’s bike, Jackson didn’t even realize that he got an equally fun present. He got an inflatable water knee hockey game.

Then the hunt for the eggs was on. Jackson and Aubrin had fun looking for their eggs and the treasures that they found inside. With it being so early we decide to go out to breakfast. We quickly threw on some clothes and away we went.

Once we got home, I had to finish up a few details before our guests arrived. We were only having 12 for dinner, so I didn’t feel too crazy getting everything ready. While I worked in the house, Aubrin was busy riding her bike and Jackson  was trying out a new kite that he found got in his basket.                     

Later in the day everyone came over~My parents, Aunt Connie,  Uncle Phil, Uncle Chris, Aunt Marlys, Conner and Peyton. It was so nice to see everyone. Aunt Connie and Uncle Phil brought shells, crab legs, sand and sand dollars from Florida for the kids.  Jackson and Aubrin loved all of it! Aubrin was excited to spend the day with Peyton doing puzzles and playing games.

Of course Jackson and grandpa found their way to the golf course to putt for a while. As usual, everyone found a spot in the kitchen to talk and nibble before dinner. It’s funny how people are so attracted to staying in the kitchen. We had so much food and we ate so much!!!! It was a wonderful day spent with family. Everyone left at around 8:00pm. We got everything cleaned up and got ready to head back to school on Monday.

Being off for the week and having so much fun, it makes me wish summer was here tomorrow!