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Saturday, March 30, 2013

Happy Easter!


It was a fun day as my grandsons stayed at my house today so their Mommy and Daddy could do more unpacking at their new house.  We colored Easter eggs while their Aunt and baby cousin watched.


When little brother was napping, big brother and I made candy Easter eggs. It was an easy Taste of Home recipe to make, and it was a perfect activity for a four-year-old. I shaped the eggs and he rolled them in bowls of decorative sugars and sprinkles and chocolate jimmies.


I think he did a good job!  He will surprise his parents with them at Easter, along with cards he made for them.


Here's the recipe, in case you'd like to make them with your little one today or for a future holiday!

Easter Egg Candies
Ingredients:
one package ( 10 to 12 ounces) vanilla chips or white chips
one package (3 oz) cream cheese cubed
one teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
colored sprinkles, colored sugar, and/or jimmies
Directions:
In a microwave safe bowl melt the chips at 50% power in the microwave.
Add cream cheese, water, and vanilla. Stir until well blended.
Chill one hour, or until easy to handle.
Quickly shape into 1-inch size eggs.
Roll in sprinkles, colored sugar, and/or jimmies
Store in airtight container in the refrigerator.

Later that evening, after the boys went home, my husband and I went for a walk along one of the trails in our community and I saw an angel cloud formation in the sky!  It looked so peaceful floating away, and was a wonderful sight to see at the end of a perfect day!


Christ has Risen ~ He has truly Risen!


Wishing you and your family a very Blessed and Happy Easter!


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41 comments:

  1. diane bMarch 30, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    Happy Easter to you and I'm sure it will be with your family close by. I bet the boys loved being at your house and making eggs. Neat angel cloud.

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  2. My name is RietMarch 30, 2013 at 4:40 AM

    Good morning Pat. Isn't it wonderful to be crafting with the grandkids. They did a great job. I wish you a very Happy Easter

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  3. LynnMarch 30, 2013 at 5:17 AM

    Looks like you had a perfect day Pat! Happy Easter-enjoy:@)

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  4. AnnMarch 30, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    It looks like a fun day with the little ones. A walk and angel clouds made for a nice ending to it.
    Happy Easter

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  5. eileeninmdMarch 30, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    The decorated eggs look yummy! Happy Easter to you and your family, pat!

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  6. VeeMarch 30, 2013 at 7:04 AM

    A wonderful Easter to you and yours. Looks as if there was much fun at your place yesterday.

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  7. MichelleMarch 30, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    It looks like you are finding much enjoyment with your family nearby. Happy Easter to you!

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  8. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartMarch 30, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    I am so enjoying these photos of your precious sweeties!

    Happy Easter to you!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 30, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    love all your photos Pat...the stained glass is marvelous...a joyous Easter to you and your family

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  10. SusieMarch 30, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Happy Easter Pat. You really are a grandmother now..crafting/cooking with kids.:):) Glad you are enjoying your new life.xoxo,Susie

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  11. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 30, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    You're enjoying your life now, close to family! What a beautiful angel cloud! Enjoy your special weekend!

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  12. SandyMarch 30, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    Happy Easter Pat to you and your loved ones! Coloring eggs and making Easter candy with your grandkids. That's what it was all about...your moving to Colorado. Isn't it wonderful to be with family.

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  13. ellen b.March 30, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    He is risen indeed! Happy Easter to you and yours, Pat!

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  14. NellieMarch 30, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    What a wonderful day, Pat! Thank you for the recipe.

    I send wishes for a glorious Easter to you and your family.

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  15. PondsideMarch 30, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    He is risen, indeed!
    How great it is that you can spend this sort of time with your little grandsons. It's one of the reasons for your move, so it's good to see your dreams come true.

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  16. Betsy Banks AdamsMarch 30, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Hi Pat, Love the cloud angel... Awesome...

    And seeing your grandsons dying Easter Eggs brought back so many memories..

    The 4 yr. old did a great job rolling the eggs and making them 'purdy'.. YUM...

    Happy Easter.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  17. Chatty CroneMarch 30, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    I wish you a blessed Easter.
    Sandie

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  18. ButtercupMarch 30, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Love seeing the pictures of your grandchildren, especially the baby. Wishes for a bright and blessed Easter.

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  19. SnapMarch 30, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    You are having so much fun with your grands. Happy Easter!!!

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  20. podsoMarch 30, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    What a fun time you had ... a prepared grandma with activities. You are going to enjoy so much of this in the coming years. Wishing you a blessed Easter. He is risen!

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  21. Pamela GordonMarch 30, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    What a fun activity for your grandkids to enjoy! I hope you have a wonderfully blessed Easter Pat. Hugs, Pamela

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  22. BettyMarch 30, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    You are having fun! I keep thinking about the big adjustment you've made and how difficult it might be, but you're doing fine surrounded by grandkids. I won't worry anymore. :)

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  23. The Quintessential MagpieMarch 30, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    This warms my heart SO much, Pat! I love seeing you spending time with the grandlittles.

    May you have the most Blessed Easter ever.

    Love you...

    XO,

    Sheila

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  24. Barbara F.March 30, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Happy and blessed Easter to you and your family, Pat. And a very special Easter this year, in your new home with your children and grands just a hop, skip and a jump away! And the new darling baby girl! Love the angel cloud, great shot. xo

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  25. The Gathering PlaceMarch 30, 2013 at 8:27 PM

    We did the same thing today with our grand kids. Fun! Have a nice Easter,

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  26. Betsy BrockMarch 30, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    happy easter, pat! looks like a lot of fun with the grands!

    angel cloud...how perfect!

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  27. steviewrenMarch 30, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Happy Easter Pat! I love seeing the pictures of you and the boys.

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  28. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 30, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    I know you must be loving days with your grandsons and family, Pat! It looks like they had a great time too :)

    Happy Easter to you!

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  29. WillowMarch 30, 2013 at 11:26 PM

    Happy Easter to you too! He is risen indeed!

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  30. Yogi♪♪♪March 31, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    And Happy Easter to You!

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  31. LaMarch 31, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    Happy Easter!

    I didn't know you left the city. I have been away from the blogging world for way too long. I'm missing out on big changes.

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  32. SarahMarch 31, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    Stopping by to wish you a Happy Easter. I know your day is filled with delights as those two little boys are hunting colorful eggs! ~ Sarah

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  33. Sandi @the WhistleStop CafeMarch 31, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    He is risen indeed!
    Happy Easter y'all~

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  34. SheilaMarch 31, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    It's always nice to see your grandchildren. You must be enjoying living so close to them. Colouring hard boiled eggs is a great fun. We do it every year even though we are all adults now. Happy Easter Pat!

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  35. MargaretApril 1, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Happy Easter Pat :) Looks like a very fun Easter at your house! Your colorful photos brought back Easter memories of when our daughter was young:) We drove her to the airport very early this morning, missing her already! Yesterday we had a wonderful family Easter dinner at my nieces, meeting my 3 month old niece for the first time, her sister is 2 1/2
    Margaret from B.C.

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  36. Judy April 1, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    Isn't it fun having the grands right next door...and making memories (Easter eggs)with them? I hope you had a wonderful and blessed Easter in your new home.

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  37. CindyApril 1, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    I'm so glad to hear that you had a wonderful Easter with your adorable grands. That sounds like a very fun project. Again, how wonderful that you are there for them to spend time with and I know it makes your heart so very, very glad to be there.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  38. Cheryl @ TFDApril 1, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    How wonderful to be with family at Easter! The candy eggs look so good and I love the angel cloud. Have a lovely week!

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  39. Ciao Chow LindaApril 1, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    Looks like you had a wonderful day with your family Pat. How terrific that you don't have to travel across the U.S. to share holidays now.

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  40. KrisApril 2, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    What a wonderful celebration!!!
    xo kris

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  41. GailOApril 2, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    You sound so happy Pat! Hope your Easter was perfect in every way:) These pictures certainly are!

    Love that floating angel! What a gift!

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