2.15.2009

proof that Jesus died and rose from the dead because he loves us and wants us to be happy

I believe that Jesus, in all of his infinite wisdom, knew that someday the celebration of his Resurrection would become commercialized and shallow. He knew that retailers would start hocking Easter items in late January. And even though this made him a little sad when he realized it - he would prefer that we celebrate the part where he died for our sins so we could live eternally with him and all that. But he is an understanding kind of guy, and even in his disappointment, he wanted to make sure we knew how much he loves us. He wanted us to look into our paganized Easter baskets and know that he is always thinking of us. That is why he had somebody create marshmallows. And now, hypothetically of course, if you are going to the store to get paper towel and toilet paper, you might walk pack the Easter candy aisle because you see the Peeps. And just a little further down, you'll see the chocolate-covered marshmallow eggs. And oh my gosh, those candy-coated marshmallow eggs. See? There is no way this many marshmallowy-delicious concoctions could exist unless the big JC had a hand in it.

















(Alternate title for this post = Why you should not go to the grocery store before eating breakfast)

5 comments:

sarahsmile3 said...

Maybe Jesus gave people like me, who don't like marshmallow eggs, malted milk speckled eggs.
That and the promise of everlasting life in heaven.

Amen.

Jessica said...

BWA HAHAHAH!
I bought some Valentine peeps at Walgreens. They're shaped like hearts... and vanilla flavored. Mmmmm

Adam said...

Oh I'm so posting pics of the Easter candy (with no high-fructose corn syrup - yes I know I'm a whitey) they have over here.

Pat Behnke said...

Marshmallow eggs are the best--esp. if they use dark chocolate. Of course, these cost more than the usual dollar. Spiced jelly beans are a far second (not a close second).

Pat said...

Thinking further on the marshmallow topic: now they have marshmallow rabbits in varied colors...and call them Binke Bunny. I've got to get some of those....