Easter 2024

Our Easter looks a bit different this year.  To be honest, I just wasn't up to hosting a big meal.  And to be further honest, there was a pretty serious lack of enthusiasm throughout the family.  My mom had said she didn't feel she was up to coming down yet, and we knew my sister wouldn't be particularly interested.  We had decided we would do a bit of a nice meal on Saturday evening, but then Catherine informed us she was having dinner with her best friend and family as the best friend turned 21 this week.  Certainly couldn't argue about that, but we had already told Thomas he could spend today with his girlfriend and her family.  We decided it would be fine, we'd just take the four of us and eat at the state lodge buffet.  We called to make reservations as they were recommended, but things were completely booked.  Perhaps it should indicate reservations are "required".  I went yesterday and purchased things for a very simple meal.  This morning, Andrew took his mother to Mass, then we all joined them at our church.  Andrew lectored for the service, and Thomas's girlfriend joined us as well.  We then rushed home, threw together our meal, and then cleaned up.  It was all done by 2:00, and then nap time was upon us!  Another nice thing is that for the first time in four years, we don't have to work tomorrow.  It's really nice having tomorrow off!  He is risen!