Easter!

We had an absolutely fabulous Easter holiday. We got to spend the weekend with family and friends and stole a few moments to truly reflect on the resurrection of Christ.

Mom was able to come into town so we had a little gathering on Friday evening for Easter dinner. It was SO wonderful to spend time with the Mary and Bill, Meacy and Charles, and Mom and Leah! It was my first attempt at cooking (i.e. warming) a ham and it actually turned out all right! Plus, we had tons of help with salads and corn pudding from the guests. It was a blast.

Jackson had his cheese face going and was distracting everyone :)

On Saturday, we went to an Easter Egg Hunt at the church (but unfortunately I didn't get a single photo). Jackson had a BLAST, especially once he figured out there was candy inside the eggs. Although, I'm pretty sure his favorite part was playing at the creek at the end of the easter egg hunt.

Later that day we decorated eggs! We had initially planned on dying them, but I was a little too scared, so we just colored them with markers and put stickers on instead. Thanks to Aunt Tammy and the whole Adams crew, we had some fun Easter activities to do (like stickers, bunny masks and a little Easter book to read)!

Just as a side note: We now have this piece of paper with all the stickers on it hanging on our fridge. Every time Jack sees it he giggles and points and claps his hands. He was and is pretty proud of himself for that project :)

Not a big fan of the mask.

So Dad put it on and made a "bunny?" impression. So glad I caught this.

And Jackson's reaction.

Jackson's Easter basket!

Jackson's Easter basket from Grandma!

A little confused in the morning.

Cool new shades!

Candy for breakfast.

Jackson had a blast discovering his easter baskets. Why on earth we even put more than 10 pieces of candy in them is beyond me. Church on a sugar high is quite an interesting experience. Next time we will open Easter baskets on Saturday :)

Our handsome little man all ready for church :)

 Easter Sunday was also Matt's birthday! So we got to have an Easter/Matt's birthday celebration that afternoon at Grandma and Grandpa Krebs' home. It was so much fun to play and visit!

Aliya enjoying a little whipped cream!

Happy Birthday, Matt!

We attempted to get a few Easter photos (Thanks, Corinda!). Jackson was pretty distraught that we were making him stand there with us when all the other kiddos were playing on the trampoline.

"I wanna play on the trampoline, Mom!"

"Did you guys hear me? I want to play on the trampoline!"

These kiddos had a BLAST. This is Jackson's new favorite thing to do at Grandma and Grandpa's house.

Such a CUTE little smile!

Cheese!

Having a ball!!

Hahaha, I love this picture. 

All in all, we had a fabulous weekend. I'm so grateful for my knowledge of the Savior. I know that He lived a perfect life, atoned for our sins, was crucified and was resurrected. I know that He did all of that so that we could live with Him and our Father in Heaven again. This gospel truly is good news and makes life so much happier :)

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter!

The Krebs Family, April 2012

I LOVE Easter. For lots of different reasons. Because it's a clear marker of spring, which is one of my favorite seasons of the year. Because it's usually a family affair (thanks to the Morin's who have officially adopted us into their family). Because there is lots of chocolate involved, including Cadbury eggs. Because you can wear fun spring pastels, and who doesn't love that? But, most of all because it is a celebration of the most blessed event in all of history, the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Because it is a perfect reminder of the ultimate sacrifice that allows us to live with Heavenly Father and our families forever.

Playing with Daddy before church :)

I knew I wanted to get some Easter pictures of the whole family and the weather was perfect for it! We set up the tripod outside our old brick house and caught a few shots after church.

The whole Krebs family :)

Momma and Jack.

Daddy and Jack.

Such a happy guy :)

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After our little photo session, we headed over to the Morin's house for one of the last times (we are both moving so soon!) for a delicious dinner and for some Bocce Ball fun. It was lovely to spend the day with (almost) family.

Dinner table discussion :)

The Ellis family with Jack :)

We all learned that Matt rocks at Bocce ball and I have terrible aim.

All bundled up!

Ozzie - the most obedient dog ever.

Grandpa Morin making Jack giggle :)

We had a fabulous Easter - filled with everything it should be filled with: love, good food, family, and reflections on Christ. I'm so grateful for our beautiful little family and knowing that I can be with them throughout eternity. I'm grateful for our Savior that lived the perfect example and performed the perfect sacrifice. I'm grateful for the happiness that I feel because of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Happy Easter!