"KiKi Clause" and "Baby Jeez"

So we took Brett to see Santa aka "Kiki Clause" at the Promenade.. he wasn't sure what to think about Santa! He didn't want to sit in his lap, didn't say much and then took a handful of candy from a nearby basket..

That smirk.. priceless..

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Too busy with the lollipop to play with any other kids

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At least he LOOKS sweet :)

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and, of course, breaking the rules

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Aunt Barb gave us a beautiful nativity scene as a wedding gift/Christmas gift in 2005. We absolutely LOVE putting it out every year. Brett likes it too and plays with all of the animals and the "baby Jeez."

Christmas Eve is tomorrow! Hard to believe.. hope you are all ready to celebrate "Baby Jeez" birthday like we are!

Enjoying Christmas Traditions!

We've had a busy weekend! We bought our tree, decorated the house for Christmas, took a quick trip to Eureka Springs for the Christmas Parade and celebrated our friend Tyler's 8th Birthday at Fun City..

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Our family Christmas photo!

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Bringing in the tree

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Getting all of the decorations up

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Drew did great on the outdoor lights!

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On Friday night, Drew and I were the Grand Marshals in the Eureka Springs Christmas Parade! It was a fun experience for me.. I'd only been in parades as part of the marching band, never in a convertible as "Grand Marshal" :) The Chamber of Commerce put us up in this B&B and bought our dinner too!

Drew threatening to touch the baby Jesus.. shhhh!

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Once we returned home on Saturday, Brett opened his stocking from Saint Nicholas! This is one of Drew's family traditions that we've carried on for our family.. Saint Nicholas' feast day is December 6th (we celebrated early) and on the eve he brings small treats and gifts which are meant to be shared :)

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Tyler Lericos' (Drew's co-anchor Mark's son) birthday party at Fun City was a great time.. there are tons of games and rides.. it's like Chuck E Cheese's Pizza but cheaper!

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What a fun weekend! We're worn out.. Hope you all have had a great weekend too!