Easter

Easter was really fun this year. Everything is more fun with a three year old in the house. You would think that the idea of a giant rabbit coming into your house while you're sleeping would be terrifying, but Xavier was beyond excited. Every commercial that came on TV, he'd yell out, "Hey, maybe the Easter Bunny will bring me that!!" This year he was old enough to learn the meaning behind Easter, so I sat him down and told him the story of Jesus and His Resurrection. It was really cute to watch his face as he processed what I was telling him. He was very concerned and had a lot of questions. Why did those mean guys kill Jesus? Did they say sorry? How did Jesus come back alive? What's a miracle? Eventually, he was satisfied with my explanations. Later, at church, he was asked to give the opening prayer in Primary (which he has never done before). I wasn't sure if he'd get shy standing up there, but he was totally fine. He needed a little help about half way through, so I whispered, "Thank you for Jesus, and that he died for us." and Xavier whispered back (loudly into the mic) "What's a died-a-saurus?" It was like playing a game of telephone. Then they asked him say the monthly scripture out loud. They gave him a green sucker- I have never seen him so proud. I was pretty proud of him too, since it was all impromptu and we didn't have a chance to practice. Here's how the day started...

The Loot

The eggs

Deacon stuffed his face with with jelly beans all morning. He has never had so much sugar in his life!




THE SUIT
I found this suit on sale, and I HAD to get it. Normally, I am not a fan of dressing babies in suits. I don't know...it always seemed a little too Ann Geddes for me. I couldn't get over how cute he was in this getup. I just wanted to drop him off at the country club for a social.
Ew, I just want to squeeze him.


The impossible family shot. (super heros required)


THE HUNT



Such a sweet big brother!
Another impossible shot...getting them both looking at the same time.

And I'll conclude with this tender moment.
Hope you all had a great Easter!