Saturday, April 7, 2012

A Day In The Life Of The Easter Bunny

Easter Greetings Everyone:



This is the story about one day in the life of the Easter Bunny, as told in his/her own words.  It starts out as a one-man/woman show, but by the time it's over--who knows, there could be a cast of thousands..You know how those rabbits are!

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"I am about ready to embark on the biggest day of the year for me, but before I get busy, I would like to share with you just how exhausting a day it will be."

"As soon as the sun comes up, I crawl out of my warm and comfy bed and get into my 'working' suit."


I'm wearing Bunnies By The Bay, from a great little shop in Anacourtes, Washington. Their motto is:  "Bunnies are our best friends indeed.  They do delight and give glad dreams."

"Now that's what I'm talking about."

"Next order of business will be putting morning tea, along with carrots and parsley, on the table."


"The little ones are not really morning bunnies so maybe only a few will show up."


A few of the children of the Easter Bunny

"Now that tea is over maybe a stroll through the garden, with my basket of eggs, will quiet my mind."


"We are having company for Easter dinner, family and a few friends.  They will be arriving shortly."  "Let's see, we need to make a list of who will be here."


Great Uncle Harvey, Auntie Flora and sweet little Cottontail


The Cousins


The Twins

"And we must not forget that terrible twosome".....


The Quackers

"I've just gotten the table set and now we must hurry on as time is of the essence."


"There are still so many things to do to get ready.  We must attend services at the 'Little White Church' where my grandparents were married back in 1908."


Painting: The Little White Church, Soquel, California

"We will sing hymns from an old song book (1950) and visit with our neighbors."


"After church services, we will join in the Easter Parade."


"Is it just me or did anyone else notice that bossy parade organizer?  How rude!"

"It is getting close to dinnertime so we must be on our way.  We are having tri-tip roast, oven roasted carrots and potato medley, green salad with basil vinegarette and for dessert, home-made blueberry pie..YUM!"


"Didn't I tell you it was going to be an exhausting day?"

"I'm very sleepy after this busy time so I will bid you all goodnight and sweet dreams."



.....Until next year.

"I hope I did you proud."

Yours Truly....The Easter Bunny....


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**Footnote:  These are two of my most cherished possessions:  One is a little book done by my Dad in 1918.  He was in the first grade; and the little china bunny was in my first Easter basket.


And so I add my sentiments, my good friends, along with the Easter Bunny's, that you and your families spend a blessed, joyous and happy Easter day....Judy


"For I remember it is Easter morn, and life and love and peace are all new born."
      Alice Freeman Palmer

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***Not a single bunny (or even 1000) was harmed in any way in the making of this post.

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HAPPY EASTER
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38 comments:

  1. OMG!!! How do you think of these things??? You are amazing at this Blog stuff!! And pretty darn awesome in the mom department too I might add!!! Happy Happy easter to you, dad, Buddy and Miss Maggie!! Love You Tons Tami and the crew :0)

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    1. Hi Tam: Thank you sweetie pie. Such nice words that a mother loves to hear. Happy Easter to all the gang..Love, Mom

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  2. Judy,
    Excellent post my dear! Had me smiling from ear to ear all the way through! And you were so right... they did multiply! Love you treasures... thanks for sharing with us! May your
    Easter be bright and blessed!
    dee dee

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    1. DeeDee: Thank you so much for your lovely comments. I had such fun doing this one and the ideas just kept multiplying!!!! Have a great Easter day with your family..Judy

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  3. How precious. I enjoyed your day from start to end. I HAVE THAT SAME TEAPOT!!!
    Hope you and yours have a wonderful Easter.

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  4. Hi Candy: Thank you for your sweet comments. Don't you just love Mary Englebreit? Hope you and your family have a joyous Easter Day..Judy

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  5. Have a happy Easter, Judy! I truly hope it's not too exhausting. We will be rejoicing in the day here at home.
    xo~Tracie

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    1. Tracie: Thank you. I hope that you and your family have a wonderful Easter..Judy

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  6. A very blessed Easter Sunday my friend...my life is so much richer because I have met you...enjoy this beautiful day...with much love...Happy Easter!!

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    1. Thank you Barbara. That is so nice of you to say and I feel the same way. Have a very happy Easter with your family..Judy

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  7. What a busy bunny! Loved sharing your Easter journey!!!!!!!

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    1. Thank you Simone: Come back and visit the Cottage any time..Happy Easter..Judy

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  8. Aww Judy,such a sweet and lovely post,Happy Easter,hope the Easter bunny was good to you?
    Lots of love juliexoxox

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    1. Thanks Julie: He/She bought me some See's candy and jelly beans, my favorites!! I'm all good. Hope you and your family have a Happy Easter..Judy

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  9. Hi Judy- I was backtracking along from somewhere (don't ask me where) and came across your blog. I love it! I loved your little Easter bunny story here and I am so happy that I found you. You have great photos (something I am NOT that good at) and your blog is very warm and welcoming. I hope you have a wonderful, blessed Easter. I am your newest follower... xo Diana

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    1. Diana: I'm having a hard time not calling you NanaDiana. It just wants to roll off the tongue! I signed up over at SC and Co. but no post there. I'm excited to see one. She's a cutie pie and I'm a fan. Thank you for following and for your sweet remarks. Happy Easter to you and yours..Judy

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  10. Hi Judy,

    Happy Easter! I loved this post! Your bunny collection is soooo cute. I really like the cousins and the quackers are adorable....
    Blessings,
    Amy Jo

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    1. Thanks, Amy Jo: Yep, they really did start multiplying once I got started, sort of like words out of my mouth. I didn't realize I had so many, bunnies, not words! Thank you for your sweet comments and I hope you are enjoying Easter with your family..Judy

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  11. Happy Easter Judy! What a sweet Bunny post.. I am sure you treasure the book your dear Father made as a child.. Take care & enjoy the week ahead!

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    1. Thanks Wanda: I can't believe that little book has held up so well over those many years. My dad was a beautiful craftsman and he showed it at that early age. Thanks for your lovely comments. Happy Easter Day to you..Judy

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  12. What an adorable story! You are so creative. The dinner you fixed looked delicious! You have captured a fun Easter day in this post.

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  13. Hi Judy
    Such a sweet little story!! Happy Easter
    Thea x

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    1. Thank you Thea. Happy Easter to you and your family also..Happy Monday..Judy

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  14. Well I could have used some help from a bunny like that one yesterday!
    Congratulations on winning the apron - lucky you!

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    1. Thank you for your kind comments and thanks for visiting the Cottage. Didn't that little devil come to your house too? He/She told me he/she went everywhere!.Happy Monday..Judy

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  15. Dearest Judy,

    What a most enjoyable post. Your little bunnies all ready for their dinner. Your photos are amazing. Easter dinner sounded wonderful and I bet it was delicious too.
    A lovely Easter Sunday story. love your fathers little book.
    Thank you Judy for sharing.
    best wishes
    val

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    1. Thank you Val: Your comments are always so sweet and most anticipated. Hope your Easter was grand..Happy Monday..Judy

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  16. Very sweet post....I enjoyed meeting all your bunny friends and family :o) Your Easter table was so beautiful too!!!!
    ~Des

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  17. Thank you Des, I appreciate your kind words. Hope you had a wonderful Easter..Happy Tuesday..Judy

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  18. Hi Judy! I came over looking for those plants! Haha. But that is an ADORABLE bunny bed!!! I can see you had a wonderful Easter. Your keepsakes are amazingly wonderful!

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    1. Thanks Jacqueline: Not only are there plants in them, but they are faux. (Sounds better than fake). Your's still look better. Thanks for the sweet comments..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  19. Hello Judy,
    What a wonderful and entertaining post! The book by your Dad in first grade and that first bunny are just precious! Wonderful treasures! Thank you for your visit and you are welcome to join me for tea any time! Have a lovely week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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    1. Sandi: Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to joining you for tea when I figure out how to link up. I'm a little technically challanged but eventually I get it..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  20. Hi Judy! Great post! You are so creative and good at it! Love the book your Dad made and the little china bunny! How precious those two things are!Have a great week!

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    1. Thank you Gina. They are great gifts to me. I appreciate hearing from you..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  21. I love the bunny bed. So nice to have a treasure from your Dad of something he made.
    Really enjoyed your story , such a sweet post. Cozy and inviting dining room with a wonderful dinner, love the wallpaper too.
    Have a Blessed week
    Betsy

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    1. Thank you, Betsy, for your kind comments. Dinner was really good, at least the Easter Bunny thought so..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  22. TOOOOO CUTE!!! Boy, your mind is really working overtime! (I've just got caught up on looking at your Blogs. Still no Internet.)
    Glad no bunnies were injured!

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