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We had a low-key Easter weekend around here.

My brother, Rob, came took the train down from LA Saturday afternoon. Ellerie has met him just a few times but this was the first time she said "Robbie!" to him, which was all kinds of adorable. Ellerie loves any adults that want to play so having a third in the house was a Big Deal.

We watched March Madness and ate a non-traditional Easter feast of spaghetti and meatballs Saturday night.

On Sunday, I made pancakes and we drank coffee in our PJs. Then I got Ellerie into her Easter outfit (everything is Target, except that dress which is Tea Collection from a few years ago) and we headed outside to hunt for eggs. Thanks to all the practice we'd done (at Target, where else?) she totally understood the concept and loved to throw the eggs in her basket.

After the hunt (which was way too short) we showed her how to open the eggs. She was completely un-interested in the mini-marshmallows and fruit snacks I had tucked inside. Next year, we'll try M&Ms. After the hunt we went to a new service at a local church.

The holidays get better and better and better with a kiddo. The difference between Christmas just a few months ago and Easter was crazy. I cannot believe how much she is starting to understand. It's amazing. I am so thrilled and honored to be a mama to this sweet bug.

Hope you have a great week!

ps. that sweet HOORAY banner is by Lisa Leonard.

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15 responses to “happy Easter!”

  1. Kelly Avatar

    Such sweet pictures. Happy Easter to your family!

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  2. orange gearle Avatar

    I can’t believe how big she is getting! Thank you for sharing and Happy Easter!

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  3. Jen Avatar

    Those are some awesome photos of Ellerie! Happy Easter!

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  4. Tamara Avatar

    My little guy (almost 18 months old) loved our egg hunt (which ended up being indoors because it was a bit cold out). I filled ours with goldfish and yogurt dots. We had to set up the egg hunt several times cause he loved it so much. Huge difference from Christmas for sure!

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  5. Jodi Avatar
    Jodi

    Such a sweet pictures of Ellerie. I wish my 8 yo would were dresses still. Enjoy!

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    Giada

    Thank you for giving us a glimpse of your Easter. Your photos and words are always beautiful 🙂

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  7. aswinichinnu121 Avatar

    Thank you so much for sharing this. It is very nice.

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  8. Vera Avatar

    I think it’s great that she didn’t pounce on the candy! Hehe. Good girl Ellerie! 🙂

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  9. Madelyn Avatar

    That dress + hat combo is unbelievably adorable. Happy Easter!

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    Brianna

    Very cute! Happy belated Easter to you and your little family.

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  11. Carrie Avatar

    She is just too cute for words!
    And I love her outfit. 😉
    Carrie
    http://www.wearwherewell.com

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  12. Laura Hager Avatar

    These pictures are so sweet! I’m glad your family had a great Easter.
    Laura
    http://laurahager.blogspot.com/

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  13. Dee Avatar
    Dee

    thanks for sharing. i think ellerie hit the jackpot with you for a mom!
    happy easter! happy spring! she is so adorable, the outfit made me smile.

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  14. Jo-Anne Avatar
    Jo-Anne

    Oh gosh HOW CUTE IS YOUR LITTLE ONE??
    You must be such a proud and happy mama!!

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