Mario & I went out back and clipped dozens of cheerful Daffodils from the cutting garden. It's magical to see the little twinkle in his eyes when he realizes that these flowers were closed up a week ago, and now they've opened to show their beauty. He went outside to check their progress daily, and came in with a report for me. We placed some in a in a pitcher in the foyer and more in a vase on the kitchen table.
Then we headed back outside to decorate the annual Easter Egg Tree. Another simple tradition that costs nothing, but brings lots of smiles to my kids' faces.
I love those little hands to pieces.
We blew bubbles, I pushed them on the swings and everyone was just so glad to have this wonderful weather. A perfect day spent with my boys, enjoying Spring's simple gifts.
Hello Andrea..... Your boys are just the most handsome little guys!
Yes, I agree that this nice weather is so enjoyable. Just very glad to have winter ending. It's been a long one!
Enjoy your day...... Ruth
Posted by: Ruth Graham | March 30, 2010 at 09:58 AM
Hi Andrea ~ What an adorable photo of you and your sweet little boys. Looks like your enjoying the best of life's sweet simplicities!! What a gift!!
And you just make such a cute little pregnant lady!!!! You look so happy!!!
Have a great spring day Andrea!!!
Tricia k.
Posted by: Tricia k. Johnson | March 30, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Like you, I am so happy spring has sprung! The boys...as adorable as ever...are getting so big:) And the daffodils are lovely; they have such a pretty glow...just like you!
Posted by: Leah C | March 30, 2010 at 10:43 AM
oh I love that photo, of you with your boys and your tiny baby girl :O)
Your Easter tree is gorgeous, looks so pretty.
Our daffs aren't out yet! Spring has sprung, but it's rainy here. Though we did have a hint of sunshine an hour ago!!!
xxx
Posted by: sadie | March 30, 2010 at 11:27 AM
Love the egg tree idea...very cute and fun for kids.
Posted by: Sandra | March 30, 2010 at 11:38 AM
OMG with the bump in your tummy, you're still able to carry the boy!!! what a strong woman you are :) have a great spring & easter!
Posted by: christine | March 30, 2010 at 12:14 PM
What a perfect day! Pretty soon there will be a new little set of hands in the mix!
Karla
Posted by: Karla | March 30, 2010 at 01:37 PM
What beautiful daffodils! Mine hardly bloom, let alone enough to cut or fill a pitcher!
Posted by: [email protected] | March 30, 2010 at 02:40 PM
Dang girl with that snow melting the cobwebs must have gone with it:) Your on a roll! I must say I come back to Virginia in two short weeks I am so hoping no snow!! Happy nesting til baby comes:)
Posted by: Andrea Villarreal | March 30, 2010 at 03:52 PM
hey doll,
aaahhh so sweet.
you look fabulous!
Have a great Easter weekend!
oxoxo,
Jessi
Posted by: scrappy Jessi | March 30, 2010 at 04:58 PM
Oh my goodness, when did Sam become such a little man?! Happy Easter to the family!
Posted by: Amy Galluch | March 30, 2010 at 09:00 PM
Beautiful flowers. Beautiful you. Beautiful boys. And a charming idea for an Easter tree. Love it all.
Wishing you a wonderful day!
Posted by: Jeni Carlson | March 30, 2010 at 10:11 PM
I just love your wonderful family Easter egg tree- so sweet seeing the decorating- thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Linda | March 30, 2010 at 11:44 PM
Ahh! Just adorable ! Your little boys are so cute!
Posted by: Andrea | March 30, 2010 at 11:45 PM
Andrea You look so BEAUTIFUL and your boys are so ADORABLE!!! Time passes so quickly and you my dear are savoring every minute with your boys and soon you will have your new bundle of joy. God Bless you and your family. Happy Easter
Posted by: Laura | March 31, 2010 at 12:44 AM
Those daffodils are so beautiful, Happy Easter!
Posted by: Patty | March 31, 2010 at 05:56 PM
What a cute, inexpensive idea! Have you considered submitting it to DollarStoreCrafts.com?
Posted by: Amanda | March 31, 2010 at 08:13 PM
Hi Andrea!!! Key words make them smile...you look great..pretty soon those boys will be holding you... and there sister.. God Bless Wishing you & your family a very Happy Easter. xo Laura
Posted by: laura v dellaporta | April 01, 2010 at 10:51 AM
I love your pictures. Your blog is very beautiful and I am a new follower. Hope you have a very Happy Easter.
Posted by: Lia | April 02, 2010 at 10:31 AM
you and the boys look so cute!!! I am so glad you posted a pic, I haven't seen you since SB, and I loved seeing your smiling face!
xoxo, Tiffany
Posted by: Tiffany | April 05, 2010 at 06:06 PM
Love that photo of you and the boys - but boy! Sam looks like he has grown so much - it was not THAT long ago I saw him!
Posted by: hope | paper relics | April 05, 2010 at 08:02 PM