Lighting of the Doves

Last night we went to the Lighting of the Doves. It is a festival in the Woodlands to kick of the Christmas celebrations. We had a blast. There were tons of things to do for all of us. There was music, craft booths for the kids, snow hill, food, and drinks. The highlight for us was the arrival of Santa. He read "Twas the Night Before Christmas" and turned on the Christmas lights. After the lights were turned on there were fireworks. It was a wonderful way to start the holidays.

Daddy and his kiddos. The kids were more interested in the ice carving going on to my left than Mom taking a picture.

Bethany, Brad, Maggie, and Harrison met up with us. Here are the kids waiting in line for the snow hill.

Brandon and Cole going down the hill. Cole loved it!

Maggie on the hill.

Look at Harrison's hair! So funny.

Everyone loved the snow hill. I don't think anyone thought they would go so fast.

Frosty the Snowman was even there!

Cole was dancing up a storm to a Raga band that played on one of the stages.

I have to say that I got a great picture of the Big Guy. What a great Santa!!!

Cole made that star at one of the craft booths. He hasn't let it out of his site since last night. This picture was taken while Santa was reading. The kids once again were not interested in the picture. We had such a great time... I think this will become part of our holiday traditions.