Dear Friends and Colleagues,
As we pause to acknowledge the Easter holiday, I’m reminded of how layered and meaningful this time of year can be. For some, Easter is a deeply spiritual observance — a sacred moment in the calendar. For others, it’s a cherished season for gathering with loved ones, welcoming the light of spring, and enjoying traditions that have grown with us over time.
Throughout the years, many voices — from storytellers and scholars to poets and everyday people — have reflected on what Easter means to them. This season, I’ve been drawn to the idea that Easter, much like spring itself, carries multiple meanings. It’s a time rich in symbolism, both ancient and evolving.
So in the spirit of reflection, I’d like to share a few of the perspectives that have shaped the celebration of Easter around the world — each offering something unique, yet connected by a common thread of renewal, hope, and the beauty of beginning again.
🌸 A Contemporary Embrace: Spring, Family & Festivity
For others, Easter signifies the joy of the season itself — a turning point from winter to spring, a time when life begins to bloom again.
It’s marked by colorful traditions: egg hunts, bunny-shaped sweets, shared meals, and the simple pleasure of being together. In many communities, these customs are celebrated in ways that are secular or culturally rooted, often tracing back to early spring festivals that honored fertility, growth, and nature’s renewal.
🌿 A More Traditional View: Roots in Faith and Story
At its heart, Easter is one of the most significant observances in Christian tradition — a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolizing triumph over death and the promise of new life.
For many, it’s a time of deep reflection, gratitude, and spiritual renewal. This season also carries rich symbolism: the egg as a sign of new beginnings, the cross as a symbol of love and sacrifice, and even the timing of the holiday — which aligns with Passover — grounding Easter in a historical and spiritual narrative of liberation and hope.
🌍 A Universal Thread: Renewal, Rebirth, and Reflection
Whether rooted in faith, family, or the rhythms of the earth, Easter speaks to something nearly all of us can relate to — the wish to start again. It invites us to pause, to notice what is blooming both around and within us, and to move forward with hope.
In that way, Easter becomes less about how it is celebrated and more about why. A gentle invitation to reflect, reset, and reconnect.
If you’re curious to explore more visual reflections of the season, I’ve also created a Pinterest board featuring images, iconic symbols, floral displays, spring fragrances, table settings and of course recipes, that capture the essence of Easter and early spring.
Simply follow this link. Feel free to take a scroll and see what we have in store.
Wishing you warmth, light, and whatever renewal looks like for you this Easter.
Monique
