1st Santa Claus Parade

We took Declan to see his first ever Santa Claus Parade. Bundled up in his snowsuit, hat, mittens and boots we found a spot up front where Declan could easily see all the parade activity. 

He loved it.

When the first entry came into view he made his classic "oh" face. He was surprised at what he was seeing.

He was smiling and clapping, some entries he even gave a  "thumbs up" (which is weird because I didn't know he knew how to do that). He really liked the dancers all lit up and all the cars and trucks.

One of the trucks startled Declan when it blew its horn unexpectedly. He pulled monkey up over his face for a moment until he was over that little fright.

It was freezing cold but watching the enjoyment Declan got out of the parade warmed my heart and brought me to tears. He's awesome.

Unfortunately because it was really cold we had to cut it short. After an hour we left and that meant that Declan didn't get to see Santa this time. Next year we will be better prepared.