Easter Break

This year for Easter, we went up to visit with Nana and Papa. Their house just happens to be about equidistant for all of us, so we lovingly refer to it as “The Halfway House.” It was so much fun because all of my siblings were able to come, and so all of the cousins could play together. We really fill their house to capacity now, and there will be two more baby girls in July! They were all so cute, and Hunter and Emma loved having the little ones come looking for them to play.

The day before Easter was the final performance of “Savior of the World,” a play that my Dad has been rehearsing for months. He played the apostle Phillip and surprised all of us with his long hair and mustache when we arrived at the house. He had an awesome beard in the play too, and it was hard to find him on stage because he looked so different. I couldn’t even find him until my grandma pointed him out to me. I guess mothers have that radar. The play was so nice; with beautiful sets, costumes, and music. It was really impressive to see how well a bunch of amateurs can do when they all come together and work at it. Of course, we all think that Papa stole the show in spite of his strong, silent character. “He ate?!” was one of my favorite lines he had. The pictures I took are in the gallery, but they just didn’t turn out all that well, so you’ll need to use your imagination a little.

Sunday was Easter and the kids all had an egg hunt in the house. Everyone had a blast looking for eggs, and there were plenty for all of the kids! This is the first year that I have done the whole Easter Outfit thing. The girls all had special dresses that I bought off of Ebay, and then made hair bows to match. Hunter has his very first real suit which was also an Ebay find. I have done a lot of online shopping lately because going to the stores is just so exhausting. Again, there are photos in the gallery!

Monday was my birthday, and it has been a long time since I have had the whole family to celebrate with. In fact, maybe ten years!? Nana made Rouladen, a German stuffed beef dish that I never prepare myself, but just love. And for dessert we had an Apple Cherry Cobbler A-la-mode that was fantastic! I got some very thoughtful gifts, cards, and a sweet message on my machine. It was a great day, thanks to everyone!

The rest of the visit was spent enjoying each other’s company and just hanging out. Although, before I left I did take some pictures of Matt and Ashley for their wedding announcements. The beauty of this digital camera is that I could take a ton of pictures without worrying about the price of the film or developing. So, I really took advantage of it and took 198 photos! Lucky for you all, I only posted 36 of my favorites in the gallery!

Rob flew home on Tuesday so he could get back for work. So the kids and I drove the 8 hours home on our own on Friday. Thank goodness for DVD players! The kids watched 3 movies on the way home. I was so tired when I got home that I gave Rob a big hug and kiss, helped unload the car and put the kids to bed, and then put myself to bed too. I guess I’m not a drive all day kind of girl. It’s good to be home, and back in the groove: School, activities, scouts, classes, playdates, laundry, dishes… You know all of that fun stuff.

9 Comments

  1. Cousin Banna
    Apr 16, 2007

    Sounds like a ton of fun! What a fun easter and the kids look SOOO cute! Amy you don’t even look pregnant! 😉

  2. Korby
    Apr 16, 2007

    I am so glad that you had fun. It is so nice having all the family together. The kids looked so cute we loved all the pictures. Estee saw Sabrina and said “it’s a princess”. I hope that all of us will be able to get together again soon. My kids bring up your kids a lot.

  3. Korby
    Apr 16, 2007

    I am really glad that you had such a great Birthday. I hope you got the e-card.

  4. Amy
    Apr 16, 2007

    We are considering a visit in June or July. Keep your fingers crossed. Estee is right, Sabrina is our little princess!
    I didn’t get an e-card, sorry. I wonder what happened. So nice to know that you were thinking of it though, Thanks!

  5. Heather
    Apr 16, 2007

    What a fun Easter! I love the dresses and suit, so much fun! And I do hope you get to come for a visit, it would be the best! Glad you had such a great birthday, and to spend it with family is the icing on the cake. And you’re a braver woman than me, I don’t know if I would have driven that far, for that long with ANY children in the car, let alone 4! Brave, brave woman!

  6. Melly
    Apr 16, 2007

    yes, very cute Easter dresses. as a side note: july 7th will be a magical birthday party for Marky. 🙂 We’ll have to have the kids over to play the new driving game.

  7. Korby
    Apr 17, 2007

    I dont know if you have ever met Grandma Charmbury (I haven’t but look forward to it) she is hopefully coming for a month this summer. It would be a great family reunion. Al and Patti are also coming in July (I think).

    I have no idea what happened to the e card. It was funny my kids loved it. I will try to figure it out.

  8. Heidi
    Apr 17, 2007

    You will have to check with Mammy and Pappy but I think that Auntie Joan and Uncle Bill will be coming at the beginning of June with Grandma Charmbury and she will stay until Auntie Patti and Uncle Al come in late June and she will go home with them. Something like that. Again, you will have to check with Mammy and Pappy.

  9. anne
    Apr 17, 2007

    I love the pictures of your Kids, they are soo cute! I am with you on the DVD player, they should be mandatory in all cars!!!!