Hide, Seek, Find, Repeat
One of my favorite parts of Easter is hiding and hunting for eggs. It’s a true test of creativity, and ingenuity for both the hider and seeker. Whether you’re an eggs-perienced hider, hunter, finder, or the Holy Trifecta, you know the fun of finding the perfect hiding spot and the egg-citement of finding that final elusive egg. Hiding and finding all of the eggs definitely requires thinking outside the basket. Depending on who is hiding them, some eggs may be tougher to locate, but that’s part of the fun, right? And you don’t want to leave any unfound for very long, or your nose will eventually find a hidden surprise as well. And even though Easter is over, you can still have fun hiding eggs! Here’s some helpful hints for your future hiding and hunting.
Basket-Cases
There are great places outside (and inside) to hide eggs—mailboxes, trees, flower pots, car tires, and anyplace with lots of grass, weeds or shrubs. Remember, egg color and camouflage are your friends! In other words, don’t hide pink eggs in green grass. Hiding inside can also be tricky. Some favorite hiding spots include: picture frames, houseplant pots, bookshelves, upside-down cups, and under the couch—not under the couch cushions—trust me! If you’re really feeling creative, or vindictive, you can hide eggs inside shoes or cereal boxes. (You did not hear these ideas from me!) The point is to have fun. You want searchers to successfully fill their baskets not become basket-cases! Hiding also needs to account for age, experience and height of the seekers!
A Good Day to Dye
What’s the point I’m dye-ing for you to discover? Just like finding elusive Easter eggs, life is full of hidden treasures and miracles for you to find each day. Some are trickier and may take more time and effort. Some will make you reach a little higher, while others are in plain sight and within easier reach. Regardless, I’ve learned that hidden treasures and miracles are as specific and special as the person who finds them. They are never too far out of reach, or hidden so well that you never find them…as long as you’re willing to keep searching.
Creative Beauty
Even if you haven’t found a treasure in a while, don’t stop believing or searching. Your heart’s basket may feel empty now, but it will be filled! Sometimes there’s a miracle in the mailbox, or you can wipe away the treasured tears of a friend. Making someone smile, offering a helping hand, a healing hug, and a sure shoulder to lean on are the true treasures in life. We don’t even have to hide them. And just as Easter eggs are beautifully and creatively colored, we each have our own special beauty and colors to share with the world.
Treasure Sharing
At this time of renewal and rebirth, let your heart and soul discover new life. Don’t stop searching until you find those hidden treasures waiting just for you. And don’t stop believing in miracles, even when you do find a rotten egg now and again. While you’re searching, remember to share the treasures in your basket with those who need to be uplifted, supported, encouraged, comforted and reminded that life itself is a miracle to be treasured every day. Happy Easter!