Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Jolly Ol' St. Nick

It was 30 degrees outside...and nice and toasty inside. Cookies. Hot chocolate. And big Sis Alexis's ballet ensemble felt honored to perform.
We were not expecting Santa to be at the post parade event. Hudson and Alaina jumped right on Santa's lap and each shared what they wanted for Christmas. It's funny that they told him silly things...small things that cost a dollar. Cool. I can return all their Christmas gifts right? haha.
It was very sweet. And then there was Benjamin. He would NOT get near Santa. Santa's elf gave him a candy cane and he seemed to enjoy it while he watched Sissy dance. We had to wait until after Alexis danced and then give it another try with Santa. Since he did enjoy the first candy cane, he thought that maybe he could get close enough to get another. And then somehow, we convinced him to be in the picture...on the other side of Santa. Eventually, he decided that Santa was a pretty nice guy. Very, very sweet.Our two little guys are adorably affectionate. They freely give everyone hugs.Including Santa. As we were walking to the van in the cold temperatures, Benjamin was holding my hand. He said, "What a wonderful surprise." It was so cute.

It's the simple things in life...our time...our love...our hugs...that mean the most to a child. And these are free.

1 comment:

Sophie said...

Precious photos, and cherished moments.