We had a wonderful Christmas season this year. Jacob was so excited for Christmas that it was impossible not to feel the joy of the season. Derek didn't really have any idea what was going on, but that didn't matter. We went to the Festival of Trees together and it was so fun to see the many different themes and decorations.
Jacob was so excited to see Santa this year. He knew exactly what his wanted to ask for weeks in advance and he was ready! I made Derek and Jacob Candy Cane hats that I wanted them to wear and Jacob was literally bouncing in the line to see the big guy. As you can see from the picture, Derek was less than thrilled about the experience. He got progressively more red-faced and teary after this picture was taken.
Christmas Day was a wonderful relaxed holiday for us. We stayed the night at my parent's home and enjoyed the day together. I love putting the boys in matching outfits! These were given to them for Christmas last year, but they just now fit in them.
A few days after Christmas, we left for Lompoc. They boys did really well on the long car ride. Jacob loved the beach and had a blast looking for "buried treasure." His uncles were having fun burying shells for him to dig up.
Derek was not a fan of the cold or the uneven walking terrain, but he put up with us.
Jacob wrote his name in the sand. He was very proud of himself.
Grandpa Workman with all of his great-grandchildren.
We took the kids up to temple square the Friday before Christmas, it was busy and super cold, but I loved seeing the lights!
