Noelle Meets The Claus

This weekend we were off to meet the man in red! This was Noelle's first time encountering Santa. We haven't made him a big deal because well, this season isn't about him. Our belief in Santa as children was filled with great memories and we'll make sure she has them too but Jesus is who we want her to know. The adventure included a ride to the north pole while singing Christmas carols, a meeting with the fat guy and cookies and hot chocolate before the ride back down the mountain. It was hilarious and darling and I am so happy we did it. Now if it seems like I am smirking in these pictures, I am not being cynical, I went for a filling a couple hours before the ride and my smile was jacked. The dentist told me it would wear off after an hour and a half, LIES!!! So I asked Santa for my smile back, I am still currently missing a dimple.

 Caught Santa slippin'!

Meeting Santa went a little something like this. 

"When I smiled at him, that didn't mean I wanted to be held by him."

"Seriously, can you get me down?"

"Boy, this is awkward!"

"Did someone say Mickey Mouse?"

"Oh were giving hugs?'

"If I smile can I get down?"

"I wish for you to put me down!" Ok I'm done.

Now everyone smile big for this awkward family photo!