Santa Photos

Christmas is one of my favorite times of year and with a little one it is even more fun.  I can't wait until Carissa is older and begins to get really excited!!  This year we just enjoyed her incredible social skills and cuteness as she seemed to enjoy both Santas she visited.

The first Santa is actually our friend Darren, who volunteers at Mt. Baker with us.  He has been volunteering as Santa for a few years now and folks can visit Mt. Baker to get their picture taken with him.  We volunteered at this event so Auntie Kristy came to the mountain with us and babysat Carissa.  They had fun spending time together and about halfway through the day we all got our picture taken with Santa.  Can't beat the backdrop of Mt. Shuksan!!

Carissa with Santa (she blends in with her snowsuit on!)

Hostetlers with Santa

Hostetlers and Aunt Kristy with Santa

Aunt Kristy in the lodge with Carissa asleep in the front pack

Auntie is good at getting Carissa to sleep!

The second Santa is the one in our local mall, who I couldn't resist visiting after seeing some of my friends pictures.  He is an adorable Santa, who wears a non-traditional outfit and has a great reputation. Many babies cry at the sight of a big hairy stranger, but I swear this is the real Santa!  Carissa loved him and was all smiles for the camera.