Easter

Paul and I had a great Easter. We made each other Easter baskets and were excited to present them to each other before breakfast. We didn't really have baskets or grass, so we improvised. I found a shoe box and filled it with green tissue paper and Paul found a basket and used a green towel for the "grass". In my basket, among my favorite candies, was a little box holding an amazing diamond studded ring.

Earlier in the week Paul and I were shoe shopping. The only register open was at the jewelry counter. So, while Paul was buying his new shoes, I was checking out the goods under the glass. I tried one ring on that had caught my eye because I always wanted a ring like it. Paul liked it too. But then we left the store and never really talked about it again. I secretly hoped that he would get it and maybe surprise me with it someday. But I didn't think it would happen so I tried to not let my mind wander too much in that direction. So when I saw the box in my Easter basket I was so excited! I kept staring at it all day.

We had Easter lunch at our house. Paul made the ham and I decorated the tables outside. Everyone loved my chocolate covered pretzel sticks with sprinkles. We had a great time with Paul's parents and his two sisters and James, Lauren's husband.

After lunch Paul took a quick nap and then headed to church to prepare for his sermon. He preached really well tonight. He has grown to be an amazing preacher. A man with passion and clarity. After the service we had 12 college students over for a leftover dinner and fellowship. It was a great Easter.