Last night after my husband poured himself and I a fresh cup of to-go coffee, we walked the few blocks to the Christmas Tree Lightening here on Post. Our little Sunshine all comfy in her stroller, our young Compadre taking all the fun detours along the way (how can you pass by the monkey bars and not play on them?), my husband and I walking as much "together" as possible, and our froofy little pup walking circles around me (who had quite the time juggling the ever tangling leash and my cup o' joe).
There was just a bit of coolness in the air. So refreshing.
We arrived at the event Field, and immediately got in the long "photo w/Santa" line. The little Compadre promptly abandoned us to join the other kids climbing in a nearby tree (an awesome climbing tree). My husband and I were amused by this: The Boy is off in a tree while we're waiting in line for him to see Santa.
We watched the sun set behind the mountains. So beautiful.
Just as darkness settled around us, they had the big tree lighting moment. Oh yes, first Santa showed up on the roof of the nearby Division Headquarters building. There was talk of Santa making a really cool entrance - such as repelling down the side of the building or out of a helicopter. But I think he just took the stairs down. That's okay. I think even this Santa was older than the general populace around here. He looked pretty authentic. Jolly, warm, friendly, grandfatherly.
And Santa did not disappoint. My Boy was so excited! And even little Sunshine didn't mind hanging w/him for a bit (despite her being out past the usual bedtime). The MWR did an awesome job taking photos!
The workers were so friendly and accommodating. After our turn w/Santa, our Boy realized he didn't get to ask Santa for something. So we went back and asked for a moment to talk with Santa. Mr. Elf ushered us back up the sleigh. And Santa eagerly listened to Benji's secret. The MWR folks captured that moment as well. :)
A couple of friends joined us in line for the evening's festivities. They hopped in Santa's sleigh too - with our little dog!
A very fun, memorable night with the fam. And extra fun with new friends. :) We grabbed a food court dinner together after (b/c this lady didn't make plans for dinner), and chatted a bit more.
Then we walked home: The Girl in her stroller, the Boy bopping along (a bit slower than earlier that evening), my husband and I walking as much together as we could, and the doggie catching a ride on the top of the stroller.
It was dark. Not many other folks out. But the Christmas lights all aglow. (How often do you get to use the word aglow?) And us just loving the evening and the being together. People live for moments like that - at least I do.
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