i love springtime. it is a season of refreshment and rebirth. of green hillsides and purple flowers. and easter. it epitomizes spring, and for me, is one of the most profound & important holidays of the year. it is a day the reminds me of the power of the gospel and the incredible sacrifice Jesus made on the cross. it is a day when i sing “amazing love how can it be. that you my king would die for me?” and am in awe of who He is. Easter is a day that encourages my faith.

and it affords a good reason to gather together with family to break bread. and that is what i did today. i worshipped. i ate. i played and frolicked with my lydia and my sister’s new puppy, tenaya. and i even made a very pun-ny joke. (my friend emily crawford is quite witty and comes up with the best puns every time we hang out. she has me in stitches all the time). what a great day indeed.

and since everyday (and every post) is made better with photos, here are a few shots from the festivities today. yup, we shipley’s eat well especially when my auntie cooks. i am so blessed. and grateful for my family. (you’ll also notice that i have no pics of my family. fail. i guess i was food kind of photo-mood today. haha!)