. . . I have so many words tumbling around in my head that want to set down and rest on a page. I want to talk about Mr. Selfridge, to show you the daffodils that are starting to bloom, perhaps share a story of when I left my lips in Oak Brook or a poem that has been sitting, waiting for the right moment. First things first, my friend. First things first.
This is a close up of the flowers whose shadows were in my previous post. They sat on Katy and Tom’s table, so cheery and bright, while we were up north visiting. I suspect that a few stems are still brightening the room.
The weekend was filled with Easter and Kezzie’s birthday. Now that she is three, she has a very good understanding of what birthdays mean; presents and cake! I asked if I could bring the cake, which was fun to make and assemble, but, forgot the candles. No matter. Tom (the younger) just lit three votive candles and we sang Happy Birthday while this birthday fairy spun round and round atop the music box cake turner that was used when I was a child.
All the while, Ezra stared and ate some cereal, which he enjoyed. I don’t why we take pictures of babies with food on their faces, but, we do. He is such a pleasant little guy with a most willing smile that grows quickly into a belly laugh. He is cooing and scoots around on the floor like a little round airplane just waiting for take-off.
Easter morn dawned, sunny and cold; so cold that the Easter egg hunt needed to be brought indoors. Keziah was most interested in playing with the tub toy from Auntie Jenny and Uncle Jason, while Ezra seemed to be contemplating his next move. Life is so grand when seen through the eyes of a child.
Oh my gosh. He is SO BIG. It’s been a while since you’ve posted photos. Kezzie hasn’t changed as much, because she is older. And so cute. I’m glad she had a good birthday. I would’ve fought her for that cake topper. 🙂
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Ha! No way was she giving it up, Andra. Thank you. Ezra is certainly growing fast and has quite a charming personality. It has been since Christmas, so, yes it has been awhile and lot of growing going on.
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The children are gorgeous…as is the idea of a music box cake turner. It seems like only 2 minutes ago that Ezra was born. How time flies. So gald you had such a lovely time with them. Jx
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as you know… gald in my previous comment should read glad….oh well. x
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I knew what you meant, Janice. Our fingers sometimes type too fast, don’t they? It’s amazing, isn’t it, how fast they grow and change, as you well know from your own grands. Thank you.
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These were truly special days and I can’t believe how fast they are growing! Tell us more about the music box cake turner when you can. Glad to know the fog has lifted at last.
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It’s good to be feeling better, Marilyn. Thank you. The music box was mine and is now more than 60 years old. It’s metal. You wind up the top, pull out a little lever, and round she goes, playing happy birthday. It will actually hold a 12″ two layer cake. My mom would make a yellow cake, using “Swands Down” (her spelling) cake flour, sifted twice and frost it with butter cream frosting. She would put a storybook doll on top. I’d forgotten I had it, finding it one day not too long ago in a box. It was time to pass it on to another generation.
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What a wonderful Easter you had. Your grandchildren are getting so big, especially Kezzie, now that she’s the ripe old age of three! Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos!
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Hi, Janet. Thank you. Ah, yes, they are growing fast. It was a wonderful Easter with a lot of celebrating packed into a few days.
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You had a wonderful Easter — your grand-kids are at such fun ages. So glad you were well enough to enjoy the great Holiday.
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Indeed, they are at fun ages, Sallie. With all you grands and great grands, you know how much fun each stage can be.
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What little darlings they are! Ezra has the most beautiful shaped head. I love the turning fairy on the cake, the sense of tradition in there, and Kezzie’s sense of wonder. You are so right Penny, life seen through the eyes of a child is grand. What a special visit, and I’m glad the fog has lifted.
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He does, doesn’t he? I hadn’t thought about it until your mention, but, it is indeed a nicely shaped head. It’s full of peach fuzz right now. We’re wondering if it will be curly or not. Thank you, Juliet. It is so much fun and nice to be at this stage of life to enjoy them.
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Easter was a good weekend for being a Grandparent! I am delighted that the fog has lifted and you can share these adorable photos. I love the musical cake turner, Kezzie in her Easter finery, and Ezra with a little food on his face and wonder in his eyes. It is a sweet family you have there.
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It surely was a good weekend for grandparents, Janet. They are so much fun, as you know from your own grands. Thank you. I really am a fortunate woman to have my family.
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So much joy. Yes, to see through the eyes of a child…
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It is joyful, indeed, Teresa. Thank you.
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Heart melting pictures, Penny, I remember these times so well with my own two.What a bright spark Kezzie is turning out to be. So glad you all had such a great Easter. This post just makes me want to reach out and hug you all!
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I can almost feel that trans-Atlantic hug, Kate. Thank you.
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Such gorgeous photons of your beautiful grandchildren, Penny. They are growing so fast and it’s hard to believe that Kezzie is three already. What a bonny birthday girl she made. 🙂 I see that you had a cold Easter too, though hopefully not snow-covered….
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I thank you sincerely, Perpetua. They do grow fast, don’t they? It was fun – and yes, it was a cold Easter here as well.
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Guess who is finally getting caught up with your blog. Love the Easter pictures, and the little Bunny Fufu in Kezzie’s hair is adorable. Your grandson is getting really big, fast. And Kezzie, she is such a young lady….thanks for sharing.
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Glad to see your name pop up, Sharon. Isn’t that a cute fufu? Amazing what trinkets can be had at Walgreens! They are growing like weeds – but, cuter. tee hee
Thank you, Sharon.
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