On Christmas Eve Eve, we made the trip to Milwaukee this year to visit with the extended Zukowski family. Luke was a little shy at first, but after getting a glimpse of the playroom, he relaxed and had a great time with the girls!
Luke & Eve
Paige & Mae
We had a great time, but it was time to head home (to our home!) because this was our Christmas Eve. Santa was coming to our house that night!
We had some dinner, we played a little bit, and then we got into our pajamas and snuggled up on the chair in front of the tree to read "The Night Before Christmas".
Then we put out some cookies and milk for Santa and headed up to bed. As we were headed upstairs, Luke stopped and looked at the fireplace. He asked how Santa was going to get through there. I have to admit I froze for a second, but then Luke saved me. He said, "He probably just uses his magic." You are exactly right Luke!
Paige fell fast asleep, but Luke had a hard time. He knew he needed to fall asleep before Santa would come, but in his words, he was "way too excited". He covered himself with his blanket and squeezed his eyes shut. I told him I had to run downstairs to do some laundry and he told me to hurry up! Everyone had to be sleeping before Santa would make his stop!
I can't even describe how fun it is to have Luke really understand "Santa" and just the whole magic of the holiday season. We know it is more than just presents, but you have to admit that this holiday is about the kids and nothing is better than seeing their faces light up - I love it!
