Grandma Vicki's Christmas Visit

Grandma Vicki made the long drive over "the pass" (Snoqualmie Pass) from Western Washington to visit Audrey at Kelly's parents' house. I think she spent more time driving than she actually did visiting with her granddaughter, but I think everyone would have done it again, given the chance. Audrey was definitely thrilled she made the trip.

Kelly's family was gracious enough to host yet another person in their house for a short while. Twelve people was finally the bursting point for the dining room table (at least with the current dining room furniture arrangement) and we had to use the kitchen counter for overflow seating.

Between lunch and dinner Grandma Vicki, Kelly, Audrey, and I escaped to visit Santa Claus. Santa was on a 15 minute break when we first arrived and we were lucky enough that Audrey didn't fall asleep or start crying before he returned. As expected, and as evident by the picture, she was a bit ambivalent of her first Santa experience, but apparently she told him she wanted "one of everything". He also assured us that Grandma's credit card was up to the task. Judging by the amount of presents under the tree both here and back in Salt Lake, I'd say Santa was right and Audrey is getting exactly what she wished for (from both Grandmas).

And in case the "official" Santa picture from the official "photographers" doesn't clearly show the cutest outfit we special ordered over the internet, Kelly and Audrey modeled it for dad's camera. There is a matching hat, but hats are touch and go with Audrey right now so we went without this time.

So, thanks again to Grandma Vicki making the big trip, Kelly's family for hosting, and Santa for spending some time with our little daughter on a very fun filled day!