Kim McMahill

No matter how you chose to celebrate the Easter holiday, I hope it is filled with peace, and joyful times with friends and family. If you are traveling to be with loved ones, safe journeys, and happy Easter to all.

When many people think of Easter, they think of hunting for colored eggs, eating chocolate bunnies, and maybe having a family get-together. However, the actual meaning of Easter is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. To Christians, it is one of two of the most special days year. Christmas, the birth of Christ, is very important, but his resurrection offers the hope of everlasting life to everyone. No matter how you celebrate Easter, I hope it is a magical day for all.

Wishing everyone a happy Easter. Though celebrations will likely be much different than in past years, the reason for the holiday remains the same. Be kind, be patient, and be safe.

April has a number of significant religious dates to observe and a few other days of note. Appreciate April by acknowledging or celebrating the following special days. April 1 – April Fool’s Day April 3 – National Walk to Work Day April 5 – Palm Sunday April 8 – Passover (lasts 8 days) April 10 – Good Friday April 12 – Easter Sunday April 20 – Patriot’s Day and Ramadan Begins April 22 – Earth Day in the United States and Administrative Professionals Day April 23 – Take your Daughter to Work Day April 24 – Arbor Day

Here's wishing everyone a special Easter filled with happiness and Joy. I hope everyone has a wonderful day with family and friends .