A busy Easter morning at my son’s church was followed by a nap and a walk along a part of Lake Ray Hubbard just blocks from our Airbnb in Rowlett, TX. Every time we drove by Lakeside Park, lots of folks were sitting on the bank fishing. But the crowds really turned out for Easter Sunday afternoon.
As we came down the hill at the far end of the park, we saw dozens of shade canopies lined up along the river. Each was surrounded by tables and folding chairs, propane and charcoal grills, drink coolers, and serving trays filled with food. Latin music from portable speakers blended with the laughter of children and barking of dogs as families gathered to eat and celebrate Easter afternoon.
Many kept an eye on fishing lines in the water. Young teen couples walked hand-in-hand down the path. Children’s heads were littered with brightly-colored confetti from cascarones. I passed small soccer games, corn hole competitions, families posing for group photos, snoozing babies, Easter egg hunts, and kids on scooters and bicycles.
After our walk back and forth along the length of the park, we headed back to our place and met my son for supper at one of our favorite Mexican restaurants. When we returned after dark, most of the families were still there celebrating. I really enjoyed watching this Easter tradition in a Dallas community where many had originally come from Mexico.
Waite for it... 