Friday, April 13, 2012

Easter Weekend with Family

We had a wonderful, fun and blessed Easter!  Spending time with family is priceless.
Thursday I needed to go to the city, so on my way home I stopped by to get Jett.   He could come to the farm early and have extra time with his cousins. 
Friday, the Woods Family arrived and the cousins played, and played, and played. 
Saturday, Mitch and Amberlea came down.  A cook-out, egg hunt and family time was the "order of the day".  Late that afternoon, the Elliott family headed home.
Sunday,  Mel and I along with the Woods Family went to the sunrise service at our church. 
We, as Christians, remember that our Lord provided forgiveness of our sins on the cross and the promise of eternal life with him with His resurrection.  All we could ever ask for or need!
We came home and enjoyed breakfast burritos.  It began to rain and did it rain hard!  We received 2 1/4 inches of rain.  It was a great time for relaxing, playing games, watching movies and enjoying our meal of ham, baked beans and hashbrown casserole.  In the evening we had Dr. Pepper Floats.

Flowers Jett picked and gave to me.

Jett played on the wagon while I "weed-eated" around the front gate. 
His silly pose

Jett helped with the chicks.

The Woods Family Arrive!



Time to Play!
Who knew a gopher hole could be so much fun!!


Popsicles on the front porch


The magic words - "Barn Time!"

Gathering Eggs


The Swings


Hay Bales

Mat's Construction

The Horses

Freckles was receiving plenty of attention while Grandpop saddled her.


The Ride
Our "horse girl" Emma

McKaylea needed a "little boost"



Jake's turn

Jake helping Jett

Freckles liked following Grandmom

Mat's ready to mount



Grandmom's turn


Even Brooke took a turn - she was initiated with Freckles "all body shake" which is quite startling the first time you experience it!

The cheering crowd

Our "limber" Jacob doing stunts for us

Quiet evening time

Finally, it's getting warm enough for coffee on the porch - well, at least almost - notice Melodi has a blanket for a little extra warmth

Our bunny cake ready to be decorated
We divided up the different parts so each child had an area to decorate.

All are eagerly awaiting their turn for the bunny decorating task




Bryan gets a sneak peek



Our finished bunny

The proud decorators


Time for the chicks to go to their outside pen





Inspection to make sure all is well with the chicks in their pen

Mitch and Amberlea have arrived! 
Now it is time for Bryan and Amberlea to hide the eggs!
Off for the Hunt!

Could McKaylea be asking for a hint?

Jake and Jett on the search

Emma checking her find

Mat explaining about his find



Our chef getting the grill ready

Mitch assisted Bryan with the grilling
Great job, guys!!!

The girls "catch-up"

Time for Easter Treats



 



Amberlea asked various educational questions for more candy.
What a smart group they are!

Grammy visited

The Rauch Family visited


What is more fun than sand or dirt?

Time to relax 

Movie and Game Time

Family being together, sharing fun, meals, and farm adventures - what a blessing!

"Jesus said ... 'I am the resurrection and the life.  The one who believes in Me, even if he dies, will live.  Everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die - ever'  (John 11:25-26).

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