Wooden Polish Easter Eggs

 

A long time ago, many decades as a matter of fact, I first became introduced to wooden Easter eggs from Poland.

There was a store in the city where we lived at that time.  

Whenever the gorgeously designed eggs came into sight, I wanted them, but they were expensive for our budget.

So, one by one, they came home. It took a long time to collect a bunch of them.

Well, here we are, years later, and those eggs are still with me. 

They could probably use a new coat of clear varnish but to me, they are still lovely. 

Like so many things in life, they are remembrances of a different, more gentle time.

Fourth Sunday of Lent

 

We are just about half-way through the Lenten season.

It's supposed to be a time of preparation for Easter.

For 40 days, it's suggested to fast, pray, and sacrifice.

Today marks the 4th Sunday of lent.

I think doing good things for others is one way to acknowledge lent.  

If you can do it and not acknowledge that you did it, that makes it even more sacrificial. 

Hope your Sunday is blessed, whether you keep lent or not.

Happy Saturday to All...

Here's a wish for a sweet and gentle Saturday!

The little lambie pie, shown in this post, came here yesterday from a super Walmart.

We went on an excursion to another town and that is where we found him.

He baaaaaa's and even walks!

He is so freaking adorable.

Right now, he's overlooking a glass plate filled with beautiful wooden Polish Easter eggs.  

A littler lambie pie is hanging out on the other side of the dish. 

These bring smiles and we all need more of those each new day!

Happy Saturday!

A Big Pink Bunny

It's often noted that the "little child" we once were, still lives inside of us.

Honestly, I believe that.  

When first seeing the big, pink bunny shown in today's post, my heart beat a little faster. 

She was soft. She was cuddly. She was totally adorable.

She didn't cost an arm and a leg so I bought her.

Even though I really wanted to keep her for myself, I gave her to one of my grandchildren.

But if he ever wants to put her in the charity pile, I hope he calls me first and I'll take her back home with me.

The little kid in me wanted that pink bunny badly.  

The rational adult knew she was meant to live with a kid.

HOW DO YOU NURTURE YOUR INNER CHILD?

Warmer Weather Brings Thoughts of Easter and Spring

Fresh air filled the rooms of the apartment yesterday when temps outside warmed up.

Windows were opened for the first time since November and the fresh air felt wonderful.

With the short respite from wintery weather came thoughts of spring and Easter which comes early this year.

It's going to be celebrated on April 5.

With all this in mind, there has been a little poking around in plastic bins for Easter decor.

First to go up will be the little bunny plaque.

He's surrounded by lilacs and just the thought of those gorgeous blooms with their intoxicating fragrance makes the heart sing.

The cheerful holiday rug with the adorable animal figures is already out, right in front of the door as one walks in.

It's a sure smile-maker.

Isn't it totally adorable?

Here's to the end of ol' man winter and the hurry-up-and-come shout-outs to spring!