The Parade of Lights was on Monday, December 5th and I was in charge of setting up for Santa at the Community Center. Jentry and Mason saw it as an opportunity to work their way to the top of Santa's list. They were actually very helpful.
As usual, the Parade of Lights event did not disappoint. The kiddos had a blast coloring T-shirts, decorating cookies, making ornaments, cruising the craft show, eating goodies and drinking hot chocolate.
Jentry took part in the Scavenger Hunt with her friend and classmate, Lincoln. They had a blast running from business to business.
After the lighted parade, we waited in line to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. Jentry began to second guess her requests and was considering asking for a puppy instead. Her mother strongly suggested that she stick with her original list!
Mason loved every minute of it. He asked Santa for a Lighting McQueen backpack, which was strongly advocated by his mother. When it was time to say goodbye, Mason insisted that Santa give him a hug. It was sooooo precious and melted everyone to the floor. His sweetness even made the paper!
And Jentry, that girl, she is just too much. She has become a young lady after her mother's heart. Lately, I have been finding these treasured little lists in her room.
To Do List:
Favorite Things List:
Future Dreams Wish List:
Christmas Wish List:
Times seven, because then she can just hand someone a copy when they ask her what she wants for Christmas this year. Brilliant! Why didn't I think of that?
These two children have made December more than I could have ever imagined and it just keeps getting better every year.
