Polar Express and OUR early Christmas.

Last night we took our annual ride on the Polar Express. This year was even MORE fun than the year's before because of how animated and into it Brooke was. Even more excited about every single detail.

Before we left the house, all decked out in her princess jammies.

We happened to go on one of the coldest nights we've had in a couple of weeks.....so, we went prepared.

Patiently awaiting departure....

Brooke asked if she could take our picture. Then she said we needed to take a silly one....this is what she captured.

Brooke with Santa.

Silly kids!

This "elf" was so sweet. He stood and talked to Brooke, asked her questions and even told her he was buddies with her Elf on the Shelf. The only complaint that came from Brooke the entire evening was "I sure wish they had some GIRL elves here tonight."

One happy camper!

Dancing in the isles!

This morning this Tahoe officially became our Christmas gift. We said goodbye to the Mazda, and hello to a nice vehicle which has enough ROOM for two tall adults and lots of comfy room for our ever growing long legged girl!