We’re off to visit cousins this weekend and celebrate Easter.
Image by Joseph Brickey
We’ve been working hard this year to emphasize to the kids what Easter is really about. I feel a little lot like we’re going against the grain. Like Christmas, the true meaning of Easter had become lost in the commercialism of chocolate, bunnies, and egg hunts. Even when I Googled an Easter image for this post, I ended up with everything BUT an image of Christ. And while I don’t expect everyone to hold the same beliefs as I do and can respect those who don’t, I’m surprised at how lost the meaning of Easter has become. By the same token, I’m grateful to live in a country where we can all worship freely and where we can create a home, a refuge from the craziness of the world, to teach and instill in our kids the beliefs and values that are important to us.
Getting off my soapbox…
We’re also taking the oldest 3 kids to see this:
Lots of pictures to come next week!
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Have a great Easter weekend!
I feel the same way. I’ve spoiled my kids so much, now they are asking for stuff from the Easter Bunny. I need to STOP! This year is definately going to be more low key and centered around why we really celebrate Easter.
Have fun seeing Wicked! Happy Easter!
have a happy easter weekend and a great time at wicked!
We’ll miss you this weekend, but I’m so glad you get to go and be with family this weekend. And have fun going to Wicked!! I’m jealous.
Wicked!! I love that show and would love to see it in person. You must give a full report.
P.S. thanks for the mention!
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I very much agree! I posted a cookie recipe and the story from the bible you can do with your kids Saturday night that helps them understand about Christ’s ressurection and Easter.
I hope it is a wonderful weekend for your family:)
Have a great time at Wicked you lucky person, you!
Beth
Good post! We can’t wait to see you guys in the morning! And Wicked — here we come!!!
XOOX
Jen
Oh, you’ll LOVE Wicked! My youngest has seen it twice, now. But don’t read the book that it’s based on…a real downer, and SO not the Wizard of Oz! Hope You & Yours had the Best Easter Ever!
I agree about the lost meaning of Easter. I do see the occassional cross amongst all the decorations, but that’s about it.
ENJOY your trip! Can’t wait to see the pictures!