Santa Barbara Easter: The Great Egg Hunt

After church we gathered at Satya's house because someone mentioned that the Bunny had come while we were gone.

First, we were forced to take a few photos

And while we waited for the rain to pass, we enjoyed a bit of chocolate.

Finally, we were able to head out and hunt for eggs.

Luke and Satya take on the lawn area

While Mia and Jude explore the patio area 

Uncle Kenny helps a little

Luke has become an expert egg hunter

Mia gets some pointers from Daddy

All in all, we had a wonderful Easter weekend in Santa Barbara - full of fun, family, food, gratitude... and lots of candy!

Santa Barbara Easter: Baskets from the Bunny

Easter morning began with a hunt for baskets around Grammy and Papa's house

The bunny found us!  Mia finds her basket with brother's help.

She goes straight for the candy!

Luke finds his basket, which was hidden a bit better.

And he appreciates the new socks (but only for a moment before making sure that he received at least as much candy as his sister!).

Santa Barbara Easter: Dying Eggs

Easter this year was spent in Santa Barbara with cousins Satya and Jude and our beloved Grammy and Papa.

Upon arrival, we got right down to the Easter business of dying eggs.

We were much too busy to smile for photos.

Very happy with the end results!

Spring Trip to the East Coast: Easter

We had an amazing Easter in New Jersey this year.  The weather, the food, the egg hunt, the company ... everything was just perfect.

The kids found their hidden baskets by following the little chocolate eggs that the bunny left behind - color-coded, blue for Luke, pink for Mia

Checking out his basket goodies...

...while Mia goes straight for the candy (and yes, it is not even 9am)

Getting her hair tamed

Sweet Easter kisses

Happy Easter!

The family on Easter morning

The bunny came to the Zyla's!  An egg hunt in their picturesque yard.

Easter Tattoos

Exploring the creek

Swinging in the hammock

Cupcakes!

Wearing Courtney's sunglasses

Opening all of her eggs

Chocolate-dipped strawberries (and there was so much delicious food - the kids were in heaven with flower-shaped cheese sandwiches, yogurts, fruit, and cupcakes!)

On to Easter dinner at the Vitiellos' ... and the Bunny pays a visit!

Mia's not so sure...

Checking out the bunny from the safety of the staircase

Going in for a nose pat

Thank you to everyone who made this Easter so special for us.  Grandma and Grandpa, the Zyla-Endris family, and the Vitiello's (and the Bunny, of course!).  We are so grateful to have had this time with you all.  XO