How to Celebrate Easter Differently This Year: Fresh Ideas and Traditions

Easter feels different for me this year. Since the passing of our little Afton, the holiday’s true meaning has taken on deeper significance. The hope that we will see her again brightens the darkest parts of our grief and gives purpose to the journey. I am filled with love and gratitude for our Savior Jesus Christ and His perfect example. Because of Him, we are assured that life continues beyond this mortal experience.

“The Atonement of the Only Begotten Son of God is the crucial foundation upon which all Christian doctrine rests and the greatest expression of divine love this world has ever been given.”
– Jeffrey R. Holland
Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

“The Savior’s Resurrection assures all of us that someday we, too, will follow Him and experience our own resurrection. What peace, what comfort this great gift is which comes through the loving grace of Jesus Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of all mankind. Because of Him we know we can be with [our loved ones] again.”
– Elder M. Russell Ballard
Quorum of the Twelve Apostles

This year we’ll celebrate Easter a little differently at our house. We’ll still enjoy egg hunts, candy, and the fun of the Easter Bunny on Saturday, but we’re setting Sunday aside to focus entirely on the true meaning of the day. I’m looking forward to that quiet, reverent time with family.
Wishing you all a peaceful and meaningful Easter weekend.
♥ Kami