Dear Santa

We were constantly on the road throughout November.  It seemed like we were all a little road weary, including Addison.  The first weekend of December was the first time all 3 of us had been home together in several weeks.  We had planned our usual Sunday – wake up by the Addison alarm and head to church; however, our alarm must have been pretty tired (or sensed that we needed the extra sleep).  When she finally woke up, we instead decided on a lazy morning and (sorry Mom and Pastor Craig) skipped church. 

After an amazing brunch (because of both the food and the child’s behavior) at Manna, we thought it would be a good time to run by and see Santa.  We got there right when Santa arrived.  After a short line, we approached Santa, and Addison was not impressed.  So, in an effort to move along the growing line and save my girl from the ever terrifying Santa, I stepped in to join her for a picture.  I’m not sure what Addison wished for (but am pretty sure she asked for an American Girl)

 

Ever since Addison was born, my mom, sister and I have been excited for our trip to the American Girl store.  Growing up, I still remember when Melody and I got our dolls – Samantha for Melody, Kirsten for me.  We were recently at our parents’ house and got down our dolls.  Addison LOVES dolls and drug Kirsten around so much that her arm came off…not to worry, the American Girl Store has a hospital! 

The Saturday after Thanksgiving, we went to the American Girl Store!  We were in little girl heaven!  Lots of light, bright color, happy faces everywhere.  We snacked at the bistro where we dined with a borrowed American Girl doll and we selected Addison’s first American Girl – a Bitty Baby!  Hopefully Santa will come through! 

 

We discovered that there is nothing like a gigantic toy store to bring out the kid in you.  We oohed and ahhed over all the dolls as much (or even more) than Addison did!  Although Addison won’t remember her first trip to the American Girl Store, I know that my sister, mom and I will, and next year after Thanksgiving we will enjoy it again!