Recreating Easter and the Benefits of Buying a House in the Winter

On our little getaway for Kyle's birthday back in February I purchased a dress for Savvy and a matching tie for Cade in honor of the Easter holiday that has long since passed us by. They've worn them several times over the last few months but who has their ducks in a row well enough to spare a photo session amidst the pre-church preparations on a Sunday morning? I assure you I rarely do.  With our upcoming departure to Chicago, I figured I better hurry and do it while trying to capture the beauty growing in our back yard, too.  These were taken this past Sunday morning before church . . .  Admittedly, I think I was a minute or two late. They were singing the opening hymn when we snuck in. :)

We are all partial to the adorableness of our children, so pardon the overkill on photo posting. I couldn't pick just one or two you know.

As usual, the candid shots of them goofing off are always the cutest. :)  

One of the redeeming factors about closing on a home in the dead of winter, if there is such a thing, is the anticipation for Spring, and the landscaping surprises that come with it.  I love watching plants and flowers bloom that I had no idea were waiting underneath the soil.  The wisteria (I think that's what this lovely purpleness taking over the back patio is) is my favorite surprise. It's gorgeous. :)   The true beauty? I didn't do a thing. I swear I just woke up one morning and this is what greeted me.