A Very Hopping Easter 2026
Easter Lily: Image by Diana for Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition
Good morning and welcome to a very "Good Friday" to you and yours. Easter is in the air and we want you to know just a bit more about this holiday that have us "hopping" around with joy. Without further ado, let's "Hop" to it. Did you know the:
English word “Easter” is said to comes from Eostre, or Eostrae, the Anglo-Saxon goddess of spring and fertility
The earliest recorded observance of an Easter celebration occurred in the 2nd century.
Several other Christian holidays and observances are tied to Easter, including Lent and Good Friday.
The use of painted and decorated Easter eggs was first recorded in the 13th century. The egg itself became a symbol of the Resurrection.
The custom of associating a rabbit with Easter arose in Protestant areas in Europe in the 17th century and became common in the 19th century.
The Easter lily was first associated with Easter in the 19th century, after it was introduced to England in 1819 and America in 1880.
Who knew? You may be thinking this information is so "random." Right? Anyway, let's move on the the meaning of the colors of Easter.
Meaning of Easter Colors
Yellow - victory, wealth, sunshine, joy, new life, brightness, and happiness.
Purple - royalty and spiritual reflection
Pink - joy and love
Green - growth, life, hope, new beginnings, renewed and eternal life
White - resurrection
We do hope you take a bit of time to enjoy whatever it is that you will be doing during the next few days before getting back to your goal of purchasing your first home this year, hopeful with our help. Remember, life requires a balance. Live it like you mean it!
As always, thank you so much for stopping by. Remember, if you are thinking of purchasing your first home, please contact us. We are here to help. We have been helping Houston first time home buyers since 2011 and we can help you. I hope you have an amazing day. Until next time...Diana
Image: Taken by Diana April 1st 2026
