Because of Mark’s work schedule, along with other family events, we decided to celebrate Easter a week early as a family. We had a lovely Holy Week – reflecting on our Savior and celebrating Passover. And then our Easter Sunday (which was everyone else’s Palm Sunday) was lovely. We got to go to church as …
I am sure I am not the only one, but ever since last Spring I have been thinking of this message shared by Elder Gary E. Stevenson. I loved adding more depth to our Easter season. Holy Week was beautiful. We had so many wonderful conversations as we focused on our Savior. On Thursday, we …
The therapy office that Jacob and Lydia go to held an Easter egg hunt for the kids and their families. The kiddos were so excited! But we had a wet week or two before Easter and so they had to reschedule. So the weekend after Easter, we headed over to “the farm” for an Easter …
Celebrating Holy Week has been so very special for our family. Each day has been wonderful as we have sung praises, read scripture, and discussed our Savior. It has been amazing and I have not wanted it to end. On Saturday, we did Easter baskets and dyed eggs. The kids did a lot of crafting …
“Life will challenge you. Difficulties will come. Heartbreaks will strike. So, wherever you are going, make your way to Jesus Christ first. Remember that His suffering and Resurrection make possible our victory over difficulty and death. Make your covenants with Him and keep them as you journey on.” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Easter was so …
This Easter was simple. And I actually really loved it. Saturday morning, the kids woke up to their simple Easter baskets. To be honest, I completely forgot about them! Friday I was doing my grocery shopping and realized that I had nothing to put in them, grabbed each kiddos a chocolate bunny, a coloring book, …
“[Jesus Christ] gave His life to atone for the sins of all mankind. His was a great vicarious gift in behalf of all who would ever live upon the earth. We solemnly testify that His life, which is central to all human history, neither began in Bethlehem nor concluded on Calvary. He was the Firstborn …