Christmas Village in the Gables...

 ...Giraldo family in front of City Hall

Mommy's little Eskimo!  Lucas and I visited the Christmas Village a couple of times per week during the time it is open for the holidays.  There are treats, play area, picture with Santa Claus and even a show with Santa!  Lots of fun. :-)

Besos for the sweet beeear!  Lucas has a special affection for bears, especially his blue bear lovey that has been with him in his crib since before he was aware of its presence.

Family shot that we used for the Gables Neighbors holiday cards this year. 

Thomas the Train at Barnes and Nobles...

...Lucas learns to share the trains and even started a chain reaction of goodness when he shared a train with another child and caused the "bully" of the group to also extend a train in friendship. :-)

Second Annual Christmas Tree Decorating party...

...I decided that I will do this every year as it was such a hit last year!  We decorate the tree and each child brings a present for a "Secret Santa"

Christmas in New York...

...love from Uncle Derek.

 

opening presents with Grandpa.

 

in front of the Christmas tree.

Waiting for St. Nick...

Snow Day at Pineview Preschool...

...a mountain of snow was created for the children to enjoy - in 80 degree weather! ;-)

Ready to conquer the slope...

 

...not quite convinced!

Lukey learns to brush his teeth...

....by himself!  Although most nights entail pinning Lucas down as if he were criminal while he screams and yelps as if we are torturing him!  Chiara told me that it took Sofia a week of being "pinned down" to accept the process.  It took Lucas six months!!

Thanksgiving celebration at Pineview Preschool...

...this little Indian looooves the feast that the Pilgrims have served for lunch!  His favorite was the cranberries.