Auburn Festival of Lights Parade

Last night was the Auburn Festival of Lights Parade. We got to ride the float for Home Instead Senior Care (where Adam works). It was such a fun way to get into the holiday spirit. Nolan had fun yelling out, "Merry Christmas" to everyone and waving as we rode along. There were soooo many people lined up along the streets watching the parade. Nolan wore a Santa hat and I wore the white hat you see in the picture above. Nolan said I reminded him of a snowman, but instead I was a "snowmommy." Annika was asleep until the parade started and she woke up just in time to enjoy all the action. She just couldn't stop staring at all the beautiful lights! She loved it! I wish I could have taken some pictures, but our camera's battery was dead, so the best we got was this one from Adam's phone. It was raining a little, but not too bad. The worst was when we walked home. Even though we live somewhat close to the fairgrounds, it's not so fun walking in the rain, dark, carrying a baby and all our belongings. Our 60 degree house actually felt like an oven by the time we reached home. It wasn't that cold even though it was raining outside, so we worked up a good sweat, especially walking up a forever long steep hill. As Nolan carried a little flashlight to light our way he made sure we were all doing ok and being safe. He kept saying over again to Adam, "Now dad, make sure you stay real close to us so you don't get hit." He was very concerned about this. He's such a sweet boy.