Just Like the Post Office

Just like the post office, not rain, nor sleet, nor snow could keep us from seeing Santa yesterday. And I'm pretty sure we saw a little of all three yesterday. The weather was horrendous, but because Jon and I are not believers in the "get it done early" theory of living, we were running out of time to take our kids to see the big guy in the red suit. So we head to Mall #1 where when we arrived Santa was on a break. So, we entertained ourselves for the better part of an hour. Jon, Nick and the boys in the arcade; Rylee and I strolling around Target because they have carts where said "Princess Rylee" could be strapped in securely. Then after a 45 minute wait we ventured over to the place Santa was to arrive and low and behold, Santa wasn't coming. . .because of the weather! At this point we were prepared to give up the quest but we really didn't want to attempt this again tomorrow on Christmas Eve (besides I'd dressed the kids in their adorable red and green outfits). Thankfully, Nana came through and knew of a Santa at a different mall in downtown Bloomington. And was it ever a blessing! Other than slipping and slidding on the street to get in; this Santa was friendly, the photographer was friendly, the "elves" were friendly and no lines!!! It was a very pleasant and enjoyable experience. Rylee didn't cry but was happier observing Santa from afar as you can see from the picture. Brady liked him ok, talked to him, but was not about to sit on his lap (as you can see).