Speedy Santa?

Yesterday we attempted to visit Santa. Henry was in a very happy mood, so we dressed him in his holiday outfit and arrived at the mall around 11am. After waiting in line, we arrived at the desk and were then informed that the next time we could see Santa was at 6:48... P.M. Huh? Are.You.Kidding.Me.????

Now, I know Santa is popular, but this is out of control. The woman looked at my shocked face and let me know that Santa arrives everyday at 8am, and that many people are waiting in line before he arrives. Okay, since Henry goes to bed at 6:30p.m., we declined the Santa Pass and resigned to the fact that we would have to try again the following day... which was today.

We did it. We arrived at 8:50 a.m... our Santa Pass was for 10:37a.m (much better!) Henry took a nap as we  finished a little Christmas shopping and promptly at 10:40a.m., Henry met the man in the big red suit!

No smiles... but also no crying -- success!

Santa didn't want Henry grabbing his beard!

Waiting to see Santa with Mommy

Almost a smile for the camera... 

Aunt Katie was also very excited for Henry's first visit with Santa!

And after the two day Santa experience, my sister and I have come up with a great business plan -- "Speedy Santa" for infants -- no talking to Santa required, just the picture taking! The other option is to pay off a family that has a Santa Pass for an earlier time than you. Either or....

Happy Holidays!