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.
