What does Easter mean to you?

I'm writing from a non-religous view, so Easter generally means a new beginning for me and my family. Sure, the Easter Bunny comes, I have chocolate eggs, but we celebrate Easter without going to church to celebrate the rebirth of Christ.

Easter is originally a Christian festival, and it celebrates the story of Jesus coming back to life after being crucified. Christians normally go to church on Easter Sunday, as well as having chocolate eggs. No matter what your beliefs, Easter is about rebirth and new beginnings.

Here is how other Countries (and continents) Celebrate Easter:

In Europe, Easter is celebrated by lighting giant bonfires on hilltops and in churchyards on Easter Eve while in England it is celebrated through the exchange of Easter Eggs and other gifts like clothes, chocolates or holidays packages.

Easter Sunday (Ostersonntag) in Germany annually celebrates Jesus Christ's resurrection after his crucifixion on Good Friday, according to the Christian Bible. People mark the day by attending special church services, giving gifts and sharing festive meals with family members.

Greek Easter Sunday means eating Greek lamb, goat, kokoretsi, wine, tsoureki bread and cracking red eggs, while visiting family, friends, dancing etc.but also enjoying the beautiful nature and wildflowers everywhere. In case you are a vegetarian, do not worry!

What does Easter mean to you? How do you celebrate it? Does your heritage affect that? I'd love to know in the comments!!

Have a really good Easter,

Edith