Easter

The kids were so fun this year at Easter.

They were so helpful and cooperative--mostly because I kept telling them that we couldn't color eggs until all the chores were done.

They were really excited to color their eggs!

(don't you love Nora's face when we say "smile")

Paul had meetings Easter morning, so I was in charge of the Baskets and Egg Hunt.

The kids let me sleep in (until 7:30 anyway)

There was a bit of competition in the egg hunt.  Nora, however, soon found out there was candy in the eggs and happily waited for her siblings to bring them to her!

I just love Easter Sunday pictures.

The kids had all gotten in the car and Afton reminded me we needed a picture!

Everyone unloaded and took a great picture!  Hooray!

And Matt even happily matched his sisters this year--I think the navy blue color scheme met his approval.  I don't think I will be able to get away with this much longer, but I'm enjoying it while I can!

We enjoyed a nice Sunday dinner and egg hunt with friends,

then sent our sugar-laden children off to bed.

It was a lovely day and I am so grateful for our friends and family 

and most of all for the reason behind our celebrations--our Savior, from whom we receive the greatest blessings.