Did you know this about Easter?

As Easter quickly approaches, I thought it would be fun to list some interesting facts. These are tidbits I didn't know, so I'm hoping they are new to you too. Have a fun and safe holiday everyone!

• The name Easter owes its origin from Eastre, the Anglo-Saxon goddess who symbolizes the hare and the egg.
• Pysanka is a specific term used for the practice of Easter egg painting.
• Each year witnesses the making of nearly 90 million chocolate bunnies.
• When it comes to the eating of chocolate bunnies, it is the ears that are preferred to be eaten first by as many as 76% of people.
• The first chocolate eggs were made in Germany in the 19th century and remain one of the
  most popular Easter candies today.
• The initial baskets of Easter were given the appearance of bird's nests.
• The Easter Egg Roll on the White House lawn has been a tradition since 1878.
• After Halloween, Easter is the biggest candy consuming holiday.