Ask any child about Santa and their eyes widen and sparkle and a smile erupts on their face. He brings presents! He has reindeer! He flies in a sleigh!
But ask that same child to sit on Santa’s lap (at least if they live in my house) and suddenly Santa is a scary, intimidating character. On Saturday night, I was the official Santa picture photographer at our church Christmas party, and only 2 of my 5 kids took advantage of sitting on Santa’s lap (even with the promise of a gift bag with toys and cookie). AJ sat at my feet for 45 minutes watching all of the other kids file through the line until he finally worked up the nerve to sit with Santa. We watched some children march right up to Santa and happily tell him their Christmas wishes. Other kids clung to their moms and dads and screamed when determined parents set them down for just one picture.
It was a very entertaining night!
After Santa pictures and an abundant dinner, we had a short program with music and stories. While the kids sang, AJ and his two friends entertained us with their silliness.
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Great shots. The second boy looks like he’s almost as big as Santa. lol
Love this! Peanut was terrified of Santa, but the Easter Bunny was worse!
Awww!! Too cute! I love those pictures :) I’ve never taken my daughter to see Santa. Maybe next year…
It is funny how they get all excited and then when they see him, and he is BIG, it usually does scare them or they become shy… I think I maybe have one photo of each boy w/Santa that they are not crying. Looks like your event turned out fun!
What a precious bundle you have there!
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Too cute!!
My oldest daughter used to have trouble falling asleep on Christmas eve because she was so afraid Santa might come into her room. It is so true that Santa can be scary. I loved your set of pictures, they really capture the warmth and joy of the holiday season.
What fun pictures! I love the goofy shots. We haven’t gone to see Santa yet. I don’t know how JDaniel will react.
I’m going to have start remembering to link to you on Wordless Wednesdays! Love those silly photos of your little guy, Lolli. Have a great day.
Tee hee! How fun!!
Haha love that last pic! :)
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Somebody likes to ham it up!
My youngest really has no interest, but this is the second year the oldest has loved sitting on Santa’s lap.
Love the silly picture.
Isn’t it funny how kids love Santa and yet want nothing to do with him in person? Love your photos!