This is a story my Mom told me recently, so I can’t verify if she made it up to get onto the blog or not.
I only wish I could reenact it for you in person.
I can reenact the stoned-like face above. Maybe. But I could never, ever again pull off a short skirt like that again.
This incident happened Easter morning when I was about 4 or 5.
I was so excited when I awoke to find a huge basket full of goodies. (Apparently rocks and dirt were my favorite gifts until this point)
I checked out my basket of goodies, then I ran out the front door of our house, heading down the street to my friend Kim’s house. I needed to share the news with her.
I ran down the sidewalk (only 6 houses) and I was shouting:
“He CAME! He CAME! HE CAME!!!”
One of the homes between mine and Kim’s was our Ministers house.
He witnessed my excitement firsthand.
And wouldn’t you know it, when we attended church later that morning, I became part of his sermon.
He thought I was screaming for joy because of Jesus…but at that age, it was all about the Easter Bunny!
As I grew older I learned the truth about Easter. About Jesus.
But I don’t think our Minister ever learned the truth about me.
Bless his heart….
Happy Easter!
that is funny... whether your mom made it up or not :) and i just betcha that your minister knew. but sometimes you gotta embelish the story to make it really good. now that i think of it, your mom coulda done better if she was making it up. like add in a big dragon that was chasing you down the street... or a bear.
ReplyDeletelove you! happy easter! hope that easter bunny comes again!
What a great story! Did the cat get into the goodies, 'cause it looks like maybe it's getting into something! :D
ReplyDeleteHave a Blessed, Holy Easter!
I once read that when a true southerner says, "Bless his heart", it's going to be followed with a gentle and veiled insult.
ReplyDeleteThe story was VERY cute. I don't imagine your mom made it up.
Bless the minister's heart if he REALLY thought a little 4 or 5 year old kid would be THAT excited about Jesus on Easter morning.
I'm sure some would, but they would be more of the 'don't receive Easter baskets' persuasion.
You're always a hoot for me!!
That is a cute memory and I adore the photo! Hope you all have a Happy Easter.
ReplyDeleteThat is so funny! Hope you have lots of yummies in your basket and a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteYes, He did come! Happy Easter, my friend!
I love your brother's wide white belt and shoes. I remember when boys and men wore those...and leisure suits.
ReplyDeleteThat story is hysterical! But I have to tell you, for a split second I envisioned you saying that about Coach.
Ok, now you can delete my comment.
Happy Easter!
That picture is too cute! And, you could SO pull off a skirt like that now. As a matter of fact, I think you should wear it to church tomorrow, and see if the minister remembers you. ;-)
ReplyDeleteHey Suz...
ReplyDeleteBeen a slug at keeping up with blogs lately..so i went a few posts back and laughed at your funny humor. Love that you let Baby go play. She looks like she's having fun. Not too sure about the *boat*, you'll have to tell about that. And the nails and picture of G'ma is a hoot! Good for you being the daughter to your Uncle.
This post? Would Mama's ever tell fibs? haha..love that picture and the Minister..bless his heart (o:
Have a great Easter and I'll be back for the story..
AWWWWWWWWWWW, i bet this really did happen and how cute are you and yo bro in that picture...
ReplyDeleteagain, AWWWWWWWWWW. i can just picture you doing this!
and it doesnt matter that you were referring to the easter bunny, at that age, to a lil kid, god is whoever brings the goods!
and for the minister? bless his little bunny hoppin' heart!
have a great one..
c
great story! and cute photo, hope you have a great Easter.
ReplyDeleteOh what a sweet story, Suz.... I'm glad you shared it. AND---I hope you and your family have a wonderful Easter. I'm sure that Grandma will be there with you--in spirit...
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
OK, Grandma J--that was just unnecessary!
ReplyDeleteHow stinkin' sweet!
ReplyDeleteApparently when I was little we went to the easter play. I was so little that I stood up in the pew and screamed "DONT KILL MY JESUS! DONT YOU KILL MY JESUS!!!" it made everyone cry harder!
This story is SO great. I don't think your Mom made it up. I don't think she should have to make up stories to get on the blog. You tell her that you will put ANY stories she wants on the blog at ANY time... : ) Do you hear me?
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a wonderful Easter. It is a special day to celebrate Jesus, isn't it? : )
I hope the pastor is still preaching it in his sermons.
I'd like to think that your mother did not make it up, but it's cute even if she did. Have a very Happy Easter.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet Suz. Hoppy Easter...and give your Mom a hug for me!
ReplyDeleteThat is the sweetest Easter story ever.
ReplyDeleteAnd what that minister didn't know didn't hurt him. ;-)
This is the greatest story ever told.
ReplyDeletewell.... maybe the second greatest. :)
Easter Blessings to you and yours Buzy Bee!
What a great Easter story! It's a good thing that you didn't stand up and correct the preacher's sermon.
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter.
OH SUZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat minister sure was best-case-scenario, wasn't he? I'm pretty sure I'd assume a 6 year old wasn't talking about the easter bunny.
ReplyDeleteCute story! And picture!
You are definitely the hostess with the mostest! But, there's a lot to be said about being a guest.
ReplyDeleteOh no, it's hot in Florida already? I'm heading there next month and I'm hoping that living in TX for a few years has acclimated me to humidity.
Why didn't you all just jump in the pool and cool off?
If I were you I'd just mow the weeds!
Sooooo cuuuuuuuuuuuute!
ReplyDeleteAWE!!
(( hugs )) and happy belated Easter!