“But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men stood by them in dazzling apparel. And as they were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them,
Luke 24:1-5a
Crossvine is a native climbing vine that produces gorgeous trumpet shaped flowers. This vine is wild and near our house but many nurseries and garden centers are now selling cultivars. The common name is derived from the cross-like shape of the pith seen when the the vine is cut and viewed in cross-section!
This white fringe tree has a frilly look for Easter!
This cherry tree survived intense heat from a nearby fire. It offers a reminder every year that we too may go through what seems to be an intense and impossible situation. But because of the true hope which established Easter, beauty can come from ashes!
A little Easter Eve fun in the garden. And sweet EM shared the prize from this egg with her “Da”!
Miss blue eyes picked up a few eggs but was more interested in exploring and picking up mulch!
Our version of an April snow! We actually had an extremely rare snow in early April quite a few years ago but this is much preferred!
Just as the first apricot drift rose of the season indicates new life is found in the garden, the empty tomb on the first Easter assures new life is available through Christ!
A lot of things look harmless and inviting but everything is not always as it appears. Even the broomsedge (we call it broom sage around here) is staying clear. The sawtooth blackberry is appropriately named. Look but don’t touch. It hurts!
Chalk art by our friend Tara and her daughter. Nice way to spend some quality time during these “quarantine days.” The girls are talented!
“but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Romans 5:8
The purple violets bear the color of royalty. In Biblical times purple dye was very expensive and the color has always been associated with kingship. Roman soldiers mocked Jesus and placed a purple cloak on Him (Mark 15:17) before placing a crown of thorns on His head. They had no idea He was the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords!
HAPPY EASTER
”Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever”.
Hebrews 13:8
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace, Calypso in the Country
I pray this Easter is a sign of new life for all. This virus started during lent I only pray that Easter is the beginning of the end🙏
Praying with you Diane! 🙏🏻
He is Risen! Happy Easter!
Great pictures of the girls. Must frame these!
Your snowball is gorgeous. I would love to cut a bouquet.
All your images are so pretty.Thank you for the time and effort each week to share with us!
Sidewalk art seems to be a national thing everywhere during this pandemic. Such a great activity to get kids outside and be creative!
Thank you dear Bonnie. Wishing you and Mike a most blessed Easter! He is Risen✝️
He is risen! He is risen indeed! Thank you for these beautiful pictures on this Easter Sunday. They are such a beautiful reminder of God’s presence always but especially at this time.
He Is Risen! Thank you Nancy and wishing you and yours a most blessed Easter ✝️
He is Risen, He is Risen indeed.He who substituted His life for ours is not dead but sits at the right hand of God intervening on our behalf. PRAISE THE LORD.🙏🏽
Amen Alice! Have a blessed Easter 💜
Happy Easter, Butch, Pam and family. I like Diane’s thoughts (above) on this virus throughout Lent. Let us pray that today is beginning of the virus end. Peace be with you all!
Happy Easter Rita! Praying with you.
Praise God for the gift of salvation that came at such a price. He is Risen indeed. Your beautiful photos are so uplifting. The girls are so beautiful. Friday was Maddie’s birthday. We had a family porch party with the distance rule. So many beautiful hymns going through my head this morning. Happy Easter to you and your family.
Thank you so much Dianne. Happy belated birthday to your sweet Maddie!
Beautiful post for this glorious day! Happy Easter, sweet friend, to you and your family!
Thank you sweet friend!
Beautiful pictures and a wonderful Easter message Pam & Butch! Jesus will get us through these challenging times if we believe. Praying for an end to Covid 19 & all the burdens it has caused. They say here it may be mid June. It seems like a long time but people who go to war are gone for a year or longer on their tour of duty so that lends some perspective. The girls are so sweet and cute. I love EM’s daisy dress! The pink dogwood is gorgeous! Glad you captured the sidewalk chalk art that sends a message of hope out at a time when it’s so needed. God bless you and your family! Happy Easter! Clara ♥️✝️
Thank you so much sweet Clara! Thank you for your thoughtful sentiments my friend ♥️✝️
Pam, wishing you and yours the MOST BLESSED EASTER….MAY you stay safe, healthy and happy. I truly love each inspirational message you post. I love the wonderful, beautiful diy ideas to share. Blessings to you this Easter day and each and everyday ahead.
Thank you so much Joanie! Easter blessings ~
Beautiful post, dear Pam. So love the photos of the girls, they are adorable. Thank you for your continual inspiring and lovely posts, they mean a great deal during these times. Wishing you and your family Easter Blessings. Have a beautiful day! ❤
Thank you Sandra. Easter blessings ♥️
He is risen indeed! Thanks you for your Christian witness. Our country needs it in these desperate times. Because He lives I can face tomorrow! Stay safe and peace be with you!
Amen and thank you Linda!
Absolutely glorious.
Thank you Sharon!
Such happiness and beauty in your pictures…He is risen! Happy Easter!
Thanks so much Maristella!
Good Morning Pam and Happy Easter to you and this precious family!
So enjoyed this inspirational post and all of the gentleness and beauty of the South. Such a difference between our landscapes and each one holds the beauty that Christ has created for us. Although we are having snow today…
He is risen!
Blessings and warmest of sisterly hugs to you,
Jemma
Warm sisterly hugs to you my friend! He Is Risen, indeed!
A visual Easter feast in the photos, especially the little fashion savvy bunnykins… This virus of our Lent has entombed us, separated us as never before, but all our aspirations and Christ-centered beliefs will emerge victorious once our stones have been turned away. That is His promise of Eastertide. In this present unbidden silence, may we hear His voice and heed His message. A most blessed and glorious Easter to you, Butch and Family and all of the blog circle. Lovingly in Him.
Thank you Mary, you are a blessing!
Wonderful flowers! Thank you so much. This season has been different, but the Lord has really spoken to me and I have felt His presence in special ways. He is ALIVE!!
Amen, and thank you Karen!
Thank you Pam, Butch, and sweet family! Your posts always touch my heart. Wishing you a joyous Easter…
Thank you Sue. Easter blessings!
Happy Easter, dear friend. Beautiful post, and love the photos of the girls. We just had a Zoom family gathering; not the same as being together, but good to be able to see and talk to everyone. Love to all of our family there!
Thanks my friend. I carried lunch to Pawpaw’s and Butch and I ate with him. He is so sweet and such a blessing. We have severe weather for the rest of the day. Love you all!
THANK YOU GOD FOR GIVING US JESUS AND THANK YOU JESUS FOR DYING ON THE CROSS FOR OUR SINS. HE IS RISEN AMEN THANK YOU PAM AND BUTCH FOR THESE SWEET REMINDERS ON YOUR BLOG!!!! THE GIRLS ARE PRECIOUS
Thank you Nancy and AMEN!
Beautiful, Pam. Aren’t the girls growing fast. Wishing you all a very Happy Easter love from our family here in Australia
Love Cath
Thank you Cath. The girls are growing way too fast. I hope you had a wonderful Easter my friend!
Oh, those little girls! So precious! I’m so glad they got to do an Easter egg hunt in spite of all that is going on! And that chalk art is amazing! What a great way to spend their time together while under the lockdown! Thank you for sharing another comforting post. I always leave your site feeling refreshed in spirit. I hope you all had a wonderful Easter!
Thank you dearest Cheryl. Have a joy-filled week!
Dear Pam, thank you for showing so many beautiful things because our spirits rise on this day of the Lord’s Resurrection.
Every day the girls are more beautiful, and it is not a compliment … Ella Mae is very old and every day she looks prettier. The “blue eyed lady” is a great little person who is becoming more beautiful every day.
I love … The snowball tree, the cherry blossom and I also love that so colorful and beautiful hallway that your friends have made.
Spring has come to you. Around here it is a somewhat rainy spring.
A hug
Faith in the Lord, thankful for so many things, and enjoying Mother Nature’s beauty is the way to fill our hearts with hope…I’m so glad you got to spend time with those beautiful grandies Pam and Butch. Beautiful post 🌷
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. Wishing you a wonderful week!
As always, Pam, your posts are beautiful and inspiring. I love every bloom, every word. But my favorite image is Ella Mae and that wonderful pink egg. There is such beauty and innocence and love in that face. I hope it never changes.
I know your Easter had to be very lovely. Much joy to you.
Thank you Jeanie. Wishing you a wonderful week!
Is the fringe tree a Chinese fringe? Such was recently recommended to me, and I am unfamiliar with the species. The girls get cuter by the day and I can imagine how much pleasure they give you. Your surroundings are looking beautiful.
It is native and we found it growing in the woods near our house. It smells wonderful. I am including this link from Southern Living.
https://www.southernliving.com/garden/grumpy-gardener/fringe-tree-the-best-native-nobody-grows
Thank you. I think that is the tree I’m considering.
Such beautiful captures my friend! A lovely post for Easter. I sure hope yours was wonderful.
We are so thankful that Christ has Risen! 🙏🏻
Thank you Nancy and Amen!
I hope you had a lovely Easter, dear Pam.
Amalia
xo
Thank you Amalia. Have a good week!
Lovely post. Very inspirational. My first time to visit your blog is very meaningful.
By the way, I am new in blogging and I hope you can support me. Just recently, I made a challenge for myself to visit at least 10 blogs daily for the next 21 days. During my visit, I will leave comment and have your link posted on my blog. Please come and visit my blog and leave a comment as well.
Thank you Vanessa. I stopped by your blog and left a comment!
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Hi Pam….Belated Happy Easter……….He has Risen indeed!!
Love all your lovely pictures, your grandies are adorable.
and your flowers beautiful. Is that called a Snowball tree?
It is glorious.
Take care and hope all is well with you and yours,
Blessings,
Nellie