Williamsburg in Summer

Williamsburg in Summer

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Santa Train

A few weeks ago, we all boarded a 1920's train in Walkersville and went for a little ride through the countryside. (Now, when I say ride, I mean crawl. I don't think we went over 10 mph the entire trip. But that was besides the point.) The kids were so excited to just be on the train, but they could barely contain themselves when they found out that SANTA was on the train too!!! They did a great job waiting for Santa to arrive to our car.

Nathan was a natural with Santa. He was all giggles and smiles. And the friendly, strange man dressed in funny clothes did not phase Nathan at all. I was so happy to get such great photos of Nathan and Santa on his first Christmas!!
Now Kate....well as can be expected, she wasn't as cooperative. All morning she couldn't wait to see Santa and sit on his lap and tell him that she wanted a snow globe for Christmas. But when the time came, she wouldn't go near him. UNTIL, Santa noticed the shiny Christmas tree on her tee shirt. She inched closer to show him her shirt, and she swooped her onto his lap for a quick photo. I guess this is an improvement from last year when Kate screamed so much on Santa's lap that no photo was taken!

It was a wonderful morning with family. My only wish is that Josh had not been ill so he could have joined us. We might need to do this again next year, so Daddy can come along too!

Gigi, Papa, and the Gang
(minus Nathan who was too busy eating to be bothered with a photo!)

Nathan and Mommy

Uncle Shaun, Collin and Collin's best buddy, Nathan!

Auntie Debbie and Brenden!

Papa with his little buddy!

This conductor was a riot. He took his job very seriously, and the kids had a lot of fun with him. Not sure what Kate was trying to communicate with this face - probably her pirate face ~ Argh Matie!