[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_post_title comments=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_font_size=”52px” meta_font_size=”22px”][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n
I absolutely LOVE Easter!\u00a0 And I really make an effort to make it special for my children, both with meaningful activities to help them remember why we celebrate Easter, along with fun experiences that help us make a few extra holiday memories.<\/p>\n
I can\u2019t recall where I first heard this and I don\u2019t even remember the actual quote.\u00a0 But the idea is that, as moms and caregivers, WE get the privilege<\/em> of molding and shaping our children\u2019s memories about special events and occasions.\u00a0 WE get the privilege<\/em> of creating experiences that they will hopefully remember.\u00a0 And even if they don\u2019t always remember the actual activities or experiences, they will never forget that you cared and that you tried!\u00a0 That has really stuck with me over the years and is why I do my best, with the time and resources I have, to make holidays special.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG_2756.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2756″ admin_label=”Before Image” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n When Easter falls early, like it does this year, it feels extra challenging to fit in alllllll the things.\u00a0 Am I right?!?!\u00a0 I\u2019m looking at the calendar now, thinking there is no way we will do everything I want to do.\u00a0 However, we will enjoy what we can and save the rest for another season.<\/p>\n Here are a few family favorites along with some new things I want to try also!!!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.7.1″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Garden” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n Last year was the first year we made a Resurrection Garden.\u00a0 And guess what\u2026it didn\u2019t really get to growing very much until after Easter.\u00a0 Chances are high that if you start this today, yours won\u2019t grow until after Easter either!\u00a0 Ha!\u00a0 But, you can still get the message across through setting up your garden and enjoy it all through the spring!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG_2708_jpg-scaled.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2708_jpg” admin_label=”Garden Image” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Steps” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Step One:<\/strong><\/p>\n After gathering our materials, we laid the extra small terra cotta pot on it\u2019s side and filled around and on top with potting soil.\u00a0\u00a0 Make it nice and thick!\u00a0 We left about 1\/3 of the saucer with just a thin layer of soil, in front of the opening of the terra cotta pot.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Step Two:<\/strong><\/p>\n We broke sticks for the three crosses and tightly wrapped twine to hold them together.\u00a0 We stood these up in the dirt, right behind the terra cotta pot.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Step Three:<\/strong><\/p>\n We spread the cat grass seeds evenly over the potting soil and then spread a thin layer of potting soil over the top of the seeds.\u00a0 The first year that we did this, I think we buried the seeds too deep and it took extra long to get any sprouts of grass!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG_2709_jpg-scaled.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2709_jpg” admin_label=”Garden Image” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Steps” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n Step Four:<\/strong><\/p>\n We put small pebbles around that 1\/3 of the saucer in front of the terra cotta pot.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Step Five:<\/strong><\/p>\n We placed the large, smooth rock partway in front of the terra cotta pot.\u00a0 This creates the look of the stone, rolled away from the tomb.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Step Six:<\/strong><\/p>\n We placed our garden in a sunny spot, spritzed it with water every day, and waited!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n So even if you\u2019re garden doesn\u2019t grow before Easter, this is a great chance to discuss the Easter story with your children and enjoy for the spring months.\u00a0 I love that while Easter is a scheduled holiday, the Easter message can be part of our lives every day!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG_2936-scaled.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2936″ admin_label=”Garden Image” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.7.1″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Easter Baskets” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Easter baskets are a big deal and a fun tradition for our kiddos.\u00a0 I love putting them together and shared all the details HERE<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>.\u00a0 You may get lucky with many Amazon items still arriving in time for Easter!\u00a0 But if not, here are a few of my favorite places to shop for Easter basket stuffers:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG_2752.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2752″ admin_label=”Baskets Image” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Easter Baskets” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG_1450_jpg-scaled.jpg” title_text=”IMG_1450_jpg” admin_label=”Baskets Image” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Easter Baskets” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]<\/p>\nResurrection Garden<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Materials:<\/h4>\n
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Here\u2019s how we made our garden:<\/em><\/h3>\n
Easter Baskets<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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