'Tis the Season

Last weekend, we got into the Christmas spirit by visiting Santa on Friday and getting our Christmas tree on Sunday.  Santa was downtown Concord Friday night. Clara was excited to meet him, but when it came time to be face to face, she chickened out and I had to go with her.  Santa was very nice and asked Clara what she wanted for Christmas.  She replied, "Baby dolls."  Then Santa asked what color hair the baby dolls should have.  Clara replied, "Pink."  I hope Santa's elves make dolls with pink hair!

On Sunday, we visited the local tree farm and searched far and wide for the perfect tree.  When we finally agreed on one, Clara helped Jared cut it down and drag it to the car.

Charlie is clearly excited for Christmas this year.  This is what he had to say about all the festive decorations.  We love his new expressions!

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Many Thanks!

We have so many things to be thankful for this year.  We were especially thankful to share the Thanksgiving weekend with Grandma and Grandpa Ward, Uncle Alex and Aunt Karin.

We woke up bright and early on Friday to make it to Walmart by 10:30 for some Black Friday deals.  Despite our late departure, we still got a good deal on a home theater receiver.

Friday afternoon, we watched Clara try her snowshoes for the first time this season.  She was a pro.

After snowshoeing, Clara and Grandma gave Charlie his first bottle.  He took it like a champ and will be ready for daycare in February.

We're looking forward to Christmas in Michigan with family!

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