As spring approaches, so does the season of Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs—a glorious time indeed. The fresh air and blooming flowers usher in a sense of renewal, especially around Easter. However, while I cherish the spirit of spring and the joy of the holiday, I have to confess that the Easter Bunny has always sent chills down my spine. Even as a child, I couldn’t grasp how this oversized rabbit fit into the Easter narrative. For Christians, Easter symbolizes the resurrection of Jesus, and I can’t recall any scripture about Mary hiding colorful eggs near the tomb.
The Easter Bunny seems utterly nonsensical and, frankly, a bit creepy. I vividly remember lying in bed the night before his arrival, filled with dread at the thought of a giant rabbit sneaking through my house to deliver candy and toys. The idea of a life-sized hare hopping around made me want to hide under my blankets. How did he manage to avoid knocking over furniture or leaving behind giant droppings? Kids really will believe almost anything.
Even in the 80s, the Easter Bunny was undeniably unsettling. Once I became a parent myself, I struggled with the concept of introducing this figure to my children. “Be good, or a giant rodent with a basket full of candy won’t come” felt utterly ridiculous. Yet I participated in the tradition—after all, how else would I indulge my Reese’s PB cravings? Don’t judge me!
I heard tales from friends who claimed the bunnies in their yards were spies for the Easter Bunny, and I questioned how we got to this absurd point. It’s challenging enough to maintain the myth of a jolly man in a red suit who squeezes down chimneys. Now, I had to explain why a rabbit, a tooth-collecting fairy, and a merry leprechaun invade our homes annually? Seriously, parents?
As noted by Mental Floss, “All religions have their quirks, but even considering miracles and divine beings, the Easter Bunny is quite the oddball.” A quick search reveals that the Easter Bunny made its way to the United States in the 1700s, thanks to German missionaries. Thanks a lot, Germany.
Despite the bizarre origins of the Easter Bunny, let’s allow the kids to express their feelings about him. Just take a look at these adorable reactions:
- This infant’s eyebrow raise screams “WTF” perfectly.
- Not even her doll can shield her from the fright.
- Peek-a-boo! I’m here to terrify you!
- “Hey, Dad, you want me to dress like this giant rodent too?”
- “A cookie isn’t enough to make me stay, Mom!”
- “If you like the Easter Bunny so much, you sit with him!”
There’s always that one kid who ruins the fun for everyone—sorry, pal, but nobody likes the Easter Bunny.
In summary, it’s safe to say we should consider canceling those Easter Bunny photos this year, on behalf of all children everywhere. For more engaging stories, check out this related post on home insemination kits and explore boosting fertility from an authoritative source. For more insights, connect with ASRM regarding pregnancy and home insemination.