Monday, April 13, 2009

When it's all said and done! (And a 100th post giveaway!)

So here we are at Monday and another Easter has come and gone and after the church services, great food, time with family and friends, and after time of reflection, we are thrust back into our daily routine. And who with a show of hands would agree that it’s easy to forget, or should I say easy to push back into the forethought of our minds what this past weekend was all about. I’m learning that what Jesus did on that cross and his resurrection should be celebrated all throughout the year and not just one day out of the 365 days that are given to us. So Jesus, I pray that I will always take each day to remember and reflect on the price you paid for me and the forgiveness and love that you have shown me in your resurrection and the promise that we have to spend eternity with you for all those that choose to believe! Thank you for the wonderful and beautiful day spent with my family!!

My mom, sister, and I spent a wonderful day with my brother and his family. It was also my sister-in-law's birthday yesterday, so that was special. We went to their church, which is a little country church and so cute, ha! It was nice all being together and of course, great food. Here are some pictures of our day! My camera died, so I didn't get any family pics dressed up for church :o( So this is what I got!

Father and daughter! How cute is this picture?


She is sooo going to be a country girl, haha!!


Easter egg hunting!


This face can brighten up any day!


I heart my sis and mom!






As you can see my eyes are really squinty because it was a beautiful day and the sun was out in full force for sure!

Okay my friends. I'm coming up on my 100th post this week (tomorrow) and so I wanted to do a special giveaway to celebrate the occasion and it will be a surprise. You will have till Friday to get in on this and just leave a comment and you could be the lucky winner. And tell anyone and everyone about it, the more the merrier!!! And check back tomorrow for the 100th post, YAY!!!! I just love you all!!! :o)

Happy Monday!

22 comments:

Jordan said...

Your niece is so pretty! Glad you had a great Easter Lauren!

♥ Jordan

Carpool Queen said...

I didn't realize we started at the same time! Just finished my 100th week up last week.

I'll be back tomorrow, for I so love a giveaway.

Whitney said...

Such fun pictures! What a cute little girl your niece is!
Can't wait for a giveaway!

Melissa said...

You got some good pics! Your niece is so cute!!

Nichele Lynn said...

WOW, 100th post coming up huh?? Yopu've hit the big time! haha I have a ways to go...

Megan said...

Your niece is adoarble. Don't you just love spending time with her?? I never knew how much I could love my little nephew!
Yay for 100 posts!

jm said...

You have a beautiful family! AMEN to your sentiments about Easter -- I totally agree! I want to keep that gratitude in my heart everyday!

Congrats on your upcoming 100th post -- a milestone I hope to pass someday!

Niki said...

Great pics! I'm glad you had a good Easter! Can't wait for the giveaway;)

Jess :) said...

I'm so glad you had such a wonderful Easter! :) As always, I love the pictures that you shared!! They are just adorable!

Have a glorious Monday!! I know I sure am...especially since I don't have to teach today!!! Can I get an Amen for that?!?! ;)

Love ya

Rebecca Jo said...

Looks like a perfect day!!! And what a cutie pie your niece is... Easter with kiddos is just the best!

Lindsey said...

Such sweet pictures!!!

Holly said...

I love your blog! ;)

Emily said...

ahh.. how stinking cute is your niece.. and you look cute too:) u look like your momma and sister:) So FUN:) Love your nieces dress:)

Kendra said...

Happy almost 100th post!!!
Looks like lots of Easter fun was had by all this weekend!

Lauren said...

Amen, sister! You are so right!

There's no need to draw names. You know who needs to win. :)

His Doorkeeper said...

You have a beautiful family! You, your sister and your Mom are really beautiful girls!!

Nothing is better than spending a special day with family!! Looks like you all had a great time! Your little niece is soooo cute!

Blessings!

Laurie said...

We want to come to Disney World soon!

Kelsey said...

Such cute pictures! How exciting that it's your 100th post tomorrow!

Staci said...

Thanks for the reminder about Jesus' sacrifice!

And yes, that smile on your niece's face is beautiful!

Meagan said...

Oh my that first pic is sooo cute!

Loree said...

Great pics and a cute niece. I am jealous of your weather. It was cold and rainy here, quite unusual, but it should brighten up soon.

In This Wonderful Life said...

those pics are soo cute! I love her lil mini car!