Monday, April 6, 2015

Easter Report

The last time I cooked Easter dinner for everyone was 2010.    So it was about time I took my turn.  38 were invited.  14  attended.  Needless to say everyone that showed up took home leftovers and Far Guy and I have plenty to eat for the next few days.

The tall boys put out eggs for the little boy egg hunt.  The yard was dotted with eggs.  Teddy had fun gathering them up…he also enjoyed the train upstairs.

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Jennifer made carrot cake cupcakes with even some gluten free ones for her grandfather.  She took over the kitchen on Saturday afternoon and made crescent rolls.  Andy double smoked the ham in his smoker.  (It was really good!)  My Mom made some pickles and Cindy and Jody brought a tray of veggies.  I made turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, cheesy potatoes, corn, coleslaw, baked beans, fruit and Rice Krispy bars.

Jen and Family

It was a good gathering.  I couldn’t have done it without great help from Andy,Jen, Adam and Noah.  Look how tall those boys are…next year I bet they pass up their Dad.

Noah and my other baby brother Jody washed and dried a mountain of dishes. 

Here are the “guys”

The easter guys April 5 2015

Andy, Gene, Adam and Noah

After everyone left we all had a nap…even Chance.

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25 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 6, 2015 at 4:23 AM

    Glad you had a nice Easter.

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  2. linda mApril 6, 2015 at 6:22 AM

    Happy Easter! After all that I can see a nap as a necessity. Nice family pictures.

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  3. LyndaApril 6, 2015 at 7:16 AM

    Sounds yummy! Large crowds are festive but smaller ones can be enjoyed a bit more. I love your arrangements on the shelf behind Jen's Family. They are happy-looking items.
    How is life for The Mayor? Busy I am sure.

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  4. DJanApril 6, 2015 at 7:28 AM

    What a great family gathering, with tons of good food to eat and great company. You are sure lucky. :-)

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  5. Linda KayApril 6, 2015 at 7:52 AM

    I have lots of leftovers as well from our Easter dinner gathering. We had a great time, and grandson got to hunt some eggs, but in the house, as we had rain.

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  6. Tired TeacherApril 6, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Leftovers are a great way to stretch out the holiday fun. Great photos of your family.

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  7. troutbirderApril 6, 2015 at 8:54 AM

    W e five had only five Mrs T. will probably sleep in all day....:)

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  8. MTWagginApril 6, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    So glad you got to see so much of the family and it sounds like it was just a delightful day!

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  9. AnonymousApril 6, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    Sounds like a great day!

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  10. L. D. April 6, 2015 at 9:36 AM

    That was a fun traditional Easter day. It is nice that family can come in and lift some of the work off the headcook's shoulders. Turkey and ham for the meal would have tasted great. My mom's side of the family use to have this kind of get together until all of the kids left home.

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  11. LeahApril 6, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    Wow you had a house full and looks like a great time! Yes those grandboys are getting tall!

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  12. Intense GuyApril 6, 2015 at 10:03 AM

    I bet those guy had an appetite too - did they leave any leftovers at all? :)

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  13. MuffieApril 6, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    What a beautiful family day -- sounds much like mine!

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  14. Country Gal April 6, 2015 at 10:59 AM

    Looks and sounds like a good weekend there to ! Oh I love left overs hehe ! Wonderful photos , Thanks for sharing , Have a good day !

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  15. RedApril 6, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    And I'll bet that good visiting was more enjoyed than the food although the food sounds awfully good to me.

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  16. Primitive StarsApril 6, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Such a great Easter, great pictures.Blessings Francine.

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  17. CynthiaApril 6, 2015 at 12:31 PM

    What a feast! And aren't leftovers wonderful? It's great you had good helpers because that's a lot of family to feed!

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  18. Linda W.April 6, 2015 at 2:03 PM

    It's always great to have the family home for Easter! Looks like it was a good one.

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  19. lisaApril 6, 2015 at 3:04 PM

    Sounds like you had a lovely Easter. A great looking family.

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  20. Terry and LindaApril 6, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    I'm glad they are not too old for Easter Baskets! Everyone needs Easter Baskets!

    Linda
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  21. Jacqi StevensApril 6, 2015 at 5:12 PM

    Despite all that hard work, it still is good to be able to get together with family. Sometimes, it's the working with family that makes it so good. Glad you had a wonderful Easter!

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  22. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)April 6, 2015 at 5:55 PM

    Girlfriend, you sure know how to throw an egg~cellent Easter bash for sure.

    .....and men who do dishes...it doesn't get any better than that!!!

    Have a blessed and beautiful week :o)

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  23. MelanieApril 6, 2015 at 8:21 PM

    Sounds like you had a fantastic Easter! Nap time sounds wonderful, too. :-)

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  24. Linda ReederApril 6, 2015 at 10:16 PM

    That was an amazing list of food you whipped up! I'm glad you had a good time with your gang.

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  25. RitaApril 7, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    Having several people helping all around the edges is what makes for a great family dinner. :)

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