I'm eating discount Easter chocolate in my car at 5 AM because yesterday I accidentally turned the crucifixion into a Playmobil drama and now Tyler's asking his grandma if Jesus knew he was gonna become a toy.

Security guard already checked on my mental state. Started explaining how eight-year-olds directed a stop-motion resurrection with superhero figures. He just nodded and walked away fast.

Thought I was creating an "immersive Holy Week experience." Ended up with Emma making Jesus fly around going "whoosh resurrection powers activate" like he's religious Superman.

Tonight we're diving into every creative Easter idea that spectacularly exploded in my face. Action figure crucifixions. Resurrection pancakes that traumatized children. Egg hunts that turned Bible verses into Pokemon cards.

Plus what happens when you try so hard to make Easter "engaging" that kids think Jesus comes in deluxe sets with sound effects. And why sitting in circles telling simple stories beats elaborate props every single time.

Warning: you might recognize your own holiday disasters. We've all been there.

For teachers who've turned sacred moments into accidental toy commercials, leaders who've traumatized children with creative Bible activities, and anyone ready to admit that simple truth beats complicated gimmicks.
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