We are such mean parents and made the kids wait until 7:00 in the morning before hunting for Easter baskets and eggs. I think it was worth the wait!
Waiting for the countdown to begin searching for eggs.
Jessie found her basket under the dining room table. All the girls got Camelbaks in their baskets, along with pink bubble gum, strawberry soda and a little chocolate bunny.
Rian found her basket behind hidden behind the chair in the paino room.
Hayden's basket was in the pantry, hidden behind the bag of recyclables.
Rian had left a sweet note for the Easter Bunny and he left her a note in return- saying that he really likes kittens too and that Easter is also his favorite holiday!
The girls got cute little baskets and goodies from Joan and Arlen, Kathy and our neighbors Willey and Diane. Talk about spoiled!
Jessie was only too thrilled to find Pop Rocks in her bag from Kathy!
Rian surprised everyone in the family with handpainted wooden eggs which she put in cute little boxes that said "He is Risen" and cut up green construction paper for grass! Thanks, Rian!! XO
After the egg hunt, we showered, dressed and headed over to Grandma and Grandpa's for a nice brunch. The girls each found a couple of eggs there with gold coins and coupons in them for special time with Grandma and Grandpa. So much better than candy!!!
We sang Happy Birthday to Hayden (again!) and she cut the biggest piece of cake for herself.
And her eyes were definitely bigger than her stomach!
After brunch, we headed home for a quick change of outfits and went on a nice hike at Devil's Backbone. Even though the keyhole was closed due to nesting Raptors, it was a beautiful day and the girls loved using their new hydration systems. (I think that's why there was no complaining on the trail and everyone walked the entire way on their own two feet!
A nice view of The Backbone.
Taking a short lunch break.
Daddy amazed at how much he had to tighten the waistband of the backpack since the last time he used it- 30 pounds heavier!
Happy Easter!!!!
