Happy Easter!

We had such a fun filled Easter Day,and the weather was beautiful, although a bit chilly in the morning. The kids got up and found out that the Easter Bunny had hidden their baskets this year with no clues!!! They really had to hunt them down. They were pleased with their treats and the Easter Bunny brought each child a fun, outdoor toy. Sam got a new scooter, Bethany a new tennis racket,Felicia a tetherball set, and Ellie, a foam pink bat and ball. We went to church and then came home for lunch and to try out our new toys. Afterwards, we drove to Monument Avenue in Richmond for the annual Easter on Parade they hold where thousands of people turn out to stroll down the Avenue which is closed off for about 6 blocks. Everyone brings theri pets and some dress up theri animals. there is also a crazy Easter Bonnet contest and some people are so creative with their hats!! There is music, food, entertainments etc... We got to take Hollister with us and he had such a great time!!! There is not a person or animal our doggie does not like!!
When we got home, we waited for the arrival of our good friends who were coming to have Easter Dinner with us. We had a huge egg hunt for the kids and enjoyed a wonderful dinner of ham, mashed potatoes,green beans,corn casserole,french bread and strawberry pie for dessert!!!
At the end of the evening, after our guests had left, we had a family movie time and watched a new movie Grandma and Poppy had sent us, "Bedtime Stories". We really liked this movie.