Reasons Why I Love Easter...

*We are able to reflect on and remember our Saviors life, death, and resurrection. I am so grateful for our Savior's love and sacrifice. It is because of Him and temple covenants that we will be able to conquer death and live together as a family for eternity.

*Watching General Conference

*I am able to remember and honor my older sister, Lisa, who died 9 years ago. She is one of the most incredible people I know. She was always willing to try new things, always committed to the gospel, and always the most kind, gentle, and sincere person. I miss hearing her laugh, hearing her play the piano, and hanging out with her. I am so excited when we will be able to see each other again someday.

(house boating at Lake Shasta - one of our favorite family vacations growing up)

*Dressing the kids up in their Sunday best

(I'm not sure where Addi was when I was taking these pictures, but I don't have a single picture of her in her Easter dress.) :-(

*Ward Easter Egg Hunt

*Calling family on the computer

*Decorating Eggs at G & G Jones'

Grandma Jones found these fun confetti eggs where they are real eggs hallowed out and filled with confetti. So when you crack them you get a wonderful surprise. So we had a little egg toss, but then it turned into an egg war.

*Cooper learning how to ride his bike

*E. Linda Ct. easter egg hunt (put on by our amazing neighbors the Hallidays)

Cooper found the "money egg"