Saturday Night we went down to the Gateway mall to be part of their tree lighting event. It was cold but not too bad. Jon Schmidt a local musician played (as always) and did a wonderful job.
There was free hot chocolate, cookies and fun.
We did it 2 years ago when Boo was just 9 months old, last year was too rainy and now this year was just cold.
A lot of people. They handed out jingle bells to people to help welcome Santa. I watch a mom with 3 little ones by herself struggle all night trying to keep a 2 year old boy with a lot of energy close by. She was holding an infant as well as a stroller for the baby. Her oldest a girl about 6 tired to help and keep up with the toddler.
Nat had gotten 2 bells to hold. As the mom noticed the bells with people she started to look around and then told her daughter there was no more. She didn't dare leave her spot and kids to go over to where they were handing them out.
I was holding a sleeping Boo so motioned to Nat. She went over and gave the mom one of our bells. The little girl's face as it lite up as she saw the bells and then the large smile that spread across her face as she was able to shake them to welcome Santa was priceless.
This year I am grateful for the small acts people do to help make the season just a bit brighter for someone.
We all should do better.
Also Boo's new favorite song is "Have a holly jolly Christmas" by Michael Buble.
I love this time of year!
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