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Its Friday and a 4-day weekend! Except not for me because I see clients every day.  That's okay, I love my work and I'm blessed that I can say that.

What's more, we've got lots of fun planned.  Today we are hoping to take the kids to Springridge Farm an Easter Egg hunt with Adam's sister and her family...but we have to see if the weather improves because right now it sucks.  Yes I know we're Jewish but the kids love these things.  Its all about the chocolate!  Truthfully, I wish it weren't so.  Our society teaches kids that holidays are about junk food, when really it should be about spending time with loved ones. 

 
Saturday Little A has her best friend's birthday party.  Sunday my spin class is on (no Easter Sunday closures at the JCC!), I have clients to squeeze in, and then my sister-in-law (my brother's wife) is taking me to Body Blitz, a spa which I've been hearing people rave about for years.  I am so excited!!

Monday, before I head to the office late afternoon, will be family time.  Possibly a swim at the JCC and then maybe a trip to Costco. Yes, Costco ranks up there as a favorite family activity in our house!

If you're celebrating Easter, have a wonderful time...just remember to fit in some exercise and go easy on the chocolate bunnies!

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