Santa Train

Today we ventured out to the Santa Train. Combine Mason's recent excitement for Santa and his love for trains and he was beyond excited for this activity. Luckily, the weather cooperated as we set out and we enjoyed the activity with no rain and even some bursts of sunshine. It was a good thing we left a little early because we went to the wrong spot first. We quickly piled back in the car and off we flew to the train depot for our Santa Adventure. It was actually perfect as we didn't have to wait to board and just walked right up to the train and on one of the cars.

We heard there was a nice old man that cruised the cars during the ride singing carols. Shortly into our trip to see Santa he came to our car and we all sang Rudolph the Rednose Reindeer.

Thankfully, Chloe slept through everything - including our waits in line, the ride, etc. I was worried she would get hungry just as we were boarding the train. We had also been warned there could be lots of waiting in line once we got to Santa, but were surprised that the line moved pretty quick and that Mason was being very patient. Once it was our turn, he walked right up to Santa, said "hello," told him what he wanted for Christmas and wished him a "Merry Christmas." Then we were off to get cookies and hot chocolate, which we were able to enjoy outside.

The older gentlemen who sang carols on the train

Mason and dad on the train ride to Santa

Mason, Mom and Chloe (hiding in the sling)

Happy Mason and Santa (he's getting way too good at "cheese")

On our way back, the older gentlemen came by again and we sang "Jingle Bells," and Mason found his own seat to take in all of the scenery. It was a great day capped off with lunch in North Bend and sleeping kiddos on the way home. Who could ask for more!