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Getting a Little Closer

By Courtney 11 Comments

Well that was certainly one FAST weekend, was it not?!

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We had a really great weekend and, honestly, it was probably one of the first weekends since Alex was born where I felt like we were able to carry on like normal. Normal, as in, go out in public, be around other adults, have cousins over to the house, entertain…just a whole bunch of our favorite things, and things that we really haven’t felt like we’ve been able to manage well lately. So it was quite a treat!

On Saturday, we had our family Christmas party for Jay’s side of the family. Just like last year, we rented out an entire Elks lodge to accommodate everyone and it was great. Lucas spent the majority of the night running around or dancing, and Alex soaked it all in while also being a bit of a shy guy (can’t blame him…it was loud with all of the people and the band!).

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The food was yummy, but the desserts were even better. Heck. YES.

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And as always, the family/cousins were the highlight of the evening.

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A little while later in the evening, it was time for Santa to arrive. We had been talking to Lucas quite a bit, trying to prepare him for seeing Santa again and letting him know that he’s a good guy but it’s okay if he doesn’t want to talk to him.

I think the fact that it was such a large space definitely helped but, as you can see, he was still a little iffy of the jolly ol’ guy…

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Alex got called up to see Santa first and, well, you can see that that clearly went well.

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Darn, blurry iPhone pictures…

Lucas got called up shortly after that and I really had no idea whether or not he was really going to go up or not.

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But sure enough, he bolted right up to see him as soon as he heard his name! He wouldn’t sit on his lap for a picture, but he was more than happy to go get that present from him. Winking smile

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Yay for new trucks and being a little more cool with Santa!

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Santa didn’t arrive until a little later in the evening, so it wasn’t long after the boys got their gifts when we started to pack up and get ready to head home. That is, after having plenty of time to open those presents and play with them a bit.

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Family Santa pic! <3

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On Sunday, we hung out for the morning and then had some of our cousins over for a “Football Sunday.” I put that in quotes because I’m fairly certain I watched all of about five minutes of a football game. But that’s a-okay by me…it’s the company that counts!

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And apparently that’s the only picture I took of yesterday. Well, that and a bathroom selfie with my little guy before tubby time. Winking smile

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Would you believe this guy turned six months on Saturday?! (Actually, yes, you probably would because I’m fairly certain I mentioned it last week…). I’m hoping to have his six month update up later this week!

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If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the Minted giveaway post from Saturday – it’s only open through today and I’m giving away (3) $100 Minted credits!

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December 12, 2016 Filed Under: Christmas, Family, Holidays Tagged With: family christmas party, Lucas and Santa

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Heather @Lunging Through Life says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:01 am

    Yay Lucas! Santa didn't go over well with my little one, haha. The one year old stage is not the best for Santa!! What a fun weekend, Courtney!
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  2. Brynn says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:08 am

    Our football parties tend to turn out that way as well, haha. But when my favorites are around, I'm easily distracted.
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  3. Christine says

    December 12, 2016 at 8:59 am

    So lovely! Getting everyone together before Christmas is such a wonderful idea. Family is so important :). Oh my goodness, I cannot believe Alex is 6 months already. Time goes by too quickly :(...but not quick enough when you're in the midst of the sleepless nights haha
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  4. Amanda @ A Blonderful Life says

    December 12, 2016 at 9:47 am

    It is so cool that you guys rent a place every year to have everyone together to celebrate Christmas! I am going to have to tell my mom about this idea to get us all together on her side of the family. I am nervous about getting all 50+ people together at the same time though...it will probably be total CHAOS! Haha ;)
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  5. Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:58 am

    The family Christmas party sounds like a great event. Lucas sure looked happy to get his gift!
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  6. Jen says

    December 12, 2016 at 6:54 pm

    The family Christmas party sounds like a blast!
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  7. Shaqueefa says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:06 pm

    I had my boy sit with Santa at the mall this weekend too! He whined, cried and ran away. I got mad and yelled cause he 34 years old
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  8. Betty @bettysbalance.weebly.com says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:23 pm

    My almost 2 year-old refused to sit in Santa's lap too. I think the idea of Santa is appealing to kids that age, but he must be pretty intimidating in person.
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  9. Nicole says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:33 pm

    Your hair looks awesome!!
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  10. Sam says

    December 15, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Please do a post on your makeup routine and how your skin looks so flawless!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      December 16, 2016 at 10:51 am

      Aww thank you!! I actually have a very OLD vlog about how I do my makeup routine! It hasn't really changed though, so feel free to check it out ;) https://www.sweettoothsweetlife.com/my-very-first-vlog/
      Reply

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