To prepare for his visit, Nolan received a personal message from Santa: http://www.portablenorthpole.tv/watch/gH8SqNUaaANuCU68O01YHpg
Nolan wasn't too sure what to think of his message. His eyes were glued to the screen and I could see the concern on his face as he waited to hear if he was on the 'nice' list!
At the train station, we toured different historic train-cars, enjoyed hot chocolate and apple cider, and played with miniature train models. Soon, it was announced that Santa and Mrs. Claus would be arriving. We all went out to the landing to watch them arrive via train. It was so cute! Once the train arrived, we loaded on and took the quick trip down the line. On the train we sang Christmas carols and got to walk around the train...Nolan thought seeing the engine-car was really cool!
Once the train ride was over, we went inside to wait our turn to visit with Santa. Nolan was definitely not sure about him so it ended up being a family picture visit. Jason had to sit next to Santa and Nolan stood on the opposite side. Ellie is such a 'mama's girl' that she was completely content to just sit on my lap.
After the train and visiting with Santa, we took a tour of Summit Hill in St. Paul while riding a 1950's bus. Again, a highlight for Nolan because he LOVES buses!
The entire morning was so much fun and it is another event we hope to make an annual tradition.
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| A picture of a picture!...we used their photographer and didn't get any with our own camera |
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