Santa in the 'hood.

A couple weeks before Christmas some of the neighbors got together for our annual "Santa in the 'Hood" celebration. We've made quite the little tradition for our kiddos and the group gets bigger and louder every year--we were up to 12 kids this year! The same Santa helps us out each year, and I think he's kinda getting used to our chaos.

The kids were all under the assumption that we were getting together to make reindeer cupcakes. They each made their own and they were devoured quickly.

Some very ornery boys and their reindeer creations...

Carter

Asher

CruColeThe kids then went downstairs for some play time...until they heard the doorbell ring! This was their reaction when they first saw Santa!

Hunter hiding behind Asher!The big kids were in awe...so exciting!

But wait! Where did Asher go?? Suddenly, he's not so brave. Here he is peeking at Santa from a safe distance behind the table. "Santa bite me," he said. No, no buddy, Santa is NICE!!

Santa had a book in his bag for each kid!

Even one for Asher...he's been borderline on the naughty list ;).

High fives for Santa!

All smiles with Santa now!Love this picture of Reanna and Hunter deep in coversation with Santa.We always attempt a group photo of all the kids with santa...it gets harder (and more comical) every year. Back row (l.-r.): Reanna, Santa, Carter, Cru, Hunter and Mallorie. Front row (l.-r.): Reese, Everlee, Karlie, Lynzee, Cole & Asher. (Poor Alyssa had to leave early as she wasn't feeling well).

Goodbye Santa!!

Checking out Cole's new book with Melisa.

Miss Karlie.

Another fun holiday get-together with our fun neighbors. Big thanks to the Buchman's for hosting our crazy group!