Today we are sharing with you a beloved Easter family tradition. Every year that we’re able, we join our now 92 year old Polish Nani (grandmother) and go to the Shrine of our Lady of Czestochowa in San Antonio, Texas for a very special Polish Easter Basket blessing. Traditionally, families fill a basket with items symbolizing elements of the Easter story and bring their baskets to the village church to be blessed. Traditional Polish Easter Basket items include: Butter (Maslo) – often shaped like a lamb or a cross representing the good will we should have towards others Easter Bread (Babka) Horseradish (Chrzan) Eggs (Jajka) – New life Sausage (Kielbasa) – God’s favor and generosity Ham (Szynka) – Abundance Salt (Sol) – Prosperity and justice Cheese (Ser) – Moderation in all things Candle (Swieczka) – Light of the world Colorful ribbons and sprigs of greenery to decorate the basket as symbols of new life and joy in the season of spring Over time modern families include such items as: Wine Chocolate Water Hot Cross Buns Pierogies Easter Outfit PinkBlush Dress / J Crew Earrings, similar here / Gold Initial Necklace c/o / Nude Heels  After the celebration the basket is set…

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