He is Risen! (orig post via Insta/FB on 04/3/2021)

A few minutes ago, I was standing in my kids bedrooms, listening to them fuss and then joke with each other. By the time we said goodnight, they were making me laugh so hard I couldn't breathe. I got to thinking about how earlier in the day, my sister and I were discussing how she blinked yesterday when her son was 6 months old. Next week, he will be 7. My oldest is going to her 11th grade prom in 2 weeks. My kids have been blessed to be Beulah Bobcats. Having 6 kids can be challenging but it's also nice that they usually always have someone they can talk to or play with. Even argue with... I got to thinking about how different our lives must be from Jesus' life. He probably never needed someone to comfort Him. He most likely didn't get to play games, let alone, play on a school sports team. His mother knew that He was special and He was going to change the world. We pray that our children change the world. Mary had to watch as her son gave his life for ours. Can you imagine watching your child do that?? I know I can't. I do know that I am thankful that He gave His life up for you, me and everyone one in the world! The true meaning of Easter isn't about an Easter bunny leaving us a basket full of eggs and candy. It's about Him giving up His life for us to spend eternity in Heaven. God loves us that much! Happy Resurrection Day! #LoveMyHalfDozenEllisKids

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