Matt and I made last minute plans to go into downtown Portland and take the kids to a few special Christmas things. We did not tell the children what we were doing or how we were getting there. Matt had heard about a Tuba concert in Pioneer Courthouse Square and then he heard about Santa being at Macy's downtown. We loaded up the car and headed to the transit system for Portland. The kids love to ride these trains. We parked the car and jumped on one heading into downtown. When we arrived there were many people walking around getting ready for the concert outside. The kids were a little surprised. They had a hard time seeing the performers. After about 4 songs, we were all very cold, so we went into Macy's and visited Santa. Overall, it was a good day. Only a few hiccups.
Hayden standing on the train.
The beautiful Christmas tree at Pioneer Square Courthouse.
Paige listening to the songs.
Gannon all bundled up.
Carter wouldn't wear his Russian hat(that is what we call it), so I did. It was cold.
Hayden all excited.
We saw a Christmas tree and gingerbread man walking around the square.
Waiting in line to see Santa.
Patient children.
Madalyn read a book she was dying to read as we waited.
Santa's reindeer.
The purchased picture.
Getting ready to jump back onto the Max and go home.
Good afternoon.
Ward Christmas party late on that night.
Bailey telling Santa that she wants a Blankidbuddy.
Gannon not sure of Santa.
The young women in our ward visiting Santa.
2 comments:
Aw! I love that ward Santa!!! :) You're so patient to wait in line to see the Macy's Santa. Good job mom!
What a fun excursion!I love all the kids with Santa picture! Your ward santa is Awesome! He looks like the the real deal! Very cool. See you soon!
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