The other day I popped into a home wares store and these little bunnies jumped into my handbag. The perfect spot was waiting for them on the entry table. I smile every time I pass by these three cuties.
Easter holds different meaning for many folk these days. Throughout my childhood Easter involved a Good Friday breakfast of hot cross buns (never consumed before Good Friday, in fact the shops only baked them the week of Easter) salmon rissoles or baked fish for lunch then a quite afternoon viewing a biblical film on television with extended family. Easter Sunday involved waking to chocolate eggs then a roast chicken lunch after attending Mass. Nothing has changed menu wise on Good Friday (being raised a Catholic I dare not consume meat...a lightening bolt will strike me down) but other traditions have changed.
My children are grown and are enjoying spending the long weekend with their respective friends out of town instead of being glued to home and my dear mother lives in a care facility. Why is this different?
My Mum is no longer well enough to leave her residence to visit my home for celebrations and as previously mentioned, the kids are out living their lives. So in effect my determination to hold onto my idea of Easter with every family member around me has hit a wall this year. What to do?
Absolutely nothing, except rejoice in the fact Mr red roses is rostered off from work for the whole Easter break which is the first time in living memory, I'll visit Mum tomorrow bearing chocolate and I am thankful my children have the nicest bunch of friends any parent could wish for.
Sometimes one needs to let go of traditions, be it through choice or circumstances beyond our control.
The sun is shining through the windows in my favourite room and I rejoice that I am here to enjoy it. So while my lifelong version of Easter is now different I still regard this blessed time of year as one to take stock and give thanks for just...Being.
Our plan today was to partake of a movie but I can't bare to drag myself away from home with it's view of majestic tall trees and bird song to sit in a dark theatre so instead we shall go for a leisurely stroll by the river later this afternoon and maybe a yummy Vietnamese dinner to finish off the day.
Wishing everyone a beautiful and restful Easter be it full of tradition or not.
Annie xx
So beautifully said, Annie. Times change, children move on, and our parents become dependant once again. Easter can be a special time of quietness to contemplate, and a Catholic background does add a ritual feeling and sense of tradition. It is lovely that Mr RR&C has the whole Easter break, and I know you will enjoy the serenity.
ReplyDeleteLucky you, those gorgeous rabbits jumped into your bag. They are perfect for the entry you showed us this week :)
Happy Easter xxxxx
I must say Patricia that we are having a beautifully serene Easter, no rushing around. Tis lovely.
DeleteSuch a thoughtful and insightful post, Annie. It resonates with my on me many levels, especially as I remember how Dad was too unwell to leave hospital to attend church last Easter. Wishing you a peaceful and joy-filled day with Mr RR tomorrow. J x PS I adore those bunnies - I would love to find some like that for the pixies!
ReplyDeleteWishing you well at this time Jane. Special celebrations are a time to remember our loved ones. Bet the pixies are excited this morning!
DeleteI totally agree - change can be a good thing too sometimes. Love the little bunnies - hope you enjoy your Easter weekend !
ReplyDeleteI actually love change Sulky and believe it happens for a reason. Have a fab Easter.
DeleteCute bunnies. Oh we always fought on Good Friday because every year my mum would say without fail " The sky will go dark at 3pm today when our Lord was crucified" Noooooo, it won't mum. Catfight, Easter ruined, tears and snot and chocolate.
ReplyDeleteOh you crack me up Tabs and never fail to amuse me. Your dear mum is a gem.
DeleteThose little bunnies are so cute. We have our "non-pet", a prairie bunny who likes to hop up and down our street. He sometimes stops on our lawn, sniffs around and leaves. Best non-committal pet ever! he he
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy Easter Annie!
That is sweet LR. The bunny obviously feels safe visiting your garden, amazing the little joys we find in life even with non-committal pets!
DeleteI'm just the same Annie, even though our life has changed too, I still cling to the Easter traditions my parents drilled into me. Yep, I only eat HX bus on Good Friday too, so glad to know that someone else is the same. MOTH the Heathen Presbyterian just laughs at me.
ReplyDeleteMillie xx
Oh I get the good natured laugh from hubs too Millie. Last Thursday I refrained from sounding like a broken record and reminding my kids not to eat meat on Good Friday. That took some willpower I can tell you!
DeleteBeautiful light coming through your windows Annie! And those bunnies are very pretty xx
ReplyDeleteAnna (My Design Ethos)
Thanks Anna, the light in my favourite room is amazing.
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