It's the most wonderful time of the year!

Well maybe not my absolute favorite time to live in Seattle weather wise, but December is certainly a magical month with so much joy and anticipation leading up to Christmas. We packed a lot in this month!

Feeding the reindeer at Swanson's nursery

I had a holiday treat baking night with my friend Jessica. Tasty treats, sparkling cider, no kids, it was delightful.

Neighborhood Christmas party at UPC. This is the 2nd year we've attended this event and it's WONDERFUL! Totally free, and absolutely amazing. There were probably 10-12 train displays, an incredible Narnia theme, live music, and tons of free food.

Greenlake luminaries. This year we tried a different approach to the luminaries. In past years we've tried to make it around the whole lake, and it ended up being super stressful and honestly not that enjoyable. This year we parked at an area with lots of carolers, a parade of decorated canoes, and free cider & snacks. We walked a little bit, but felt no pressure to make it a certain distance. It was the best. It's funny how sometimes you put unnecessary pressure on yourself.. it felt good to release that and make the event enjoyable for us.

Gingerbread man decorating. He ran away AGAIN! This time he only made it to the little craft table instead of that garage, but that guy is quick!

                                      

                                      

My dear friend Stephanie came into town from Texas and we had a girls night at our house with a ton of yummy appetizers. We also celebrated Adelle's birthday. The next day we met up at the play gym to see her one last time.

                                 

Christmas photo shoot at Jill's

Jesus birthday part at McDonald's

Electric boat rental on Lake Union. I've been wanting to do this for a long time and a groupon finally come out! We had a blast cruising the lake, taking in the beautiful lights. I will remember that night for a long time.

Snowflake lane. Our first year at this event and we'll definitely be back! Colter loved the characters the most and had a serious dance party with Rodolph. The drumming was fanstastic. What a magical night..well besides the part where the "snow" (soap) fell on my lollipop and I took a huge lick of it. yummmm

Downtown day. Cocoa, Macy's train display, monorail, the amory train display, MOD pizza. Are you sensing a theme? Food and trains, food and trains.