Holiday Lights at CALM 2008

This is Betty the Pelican, CALM's newest resident. Even with all the lights and sounds of Christmas, including Santa, a ride on the Merry go Round AND a train ride, this was Erin's most favorite part of the night. She is absolutely in love with Betty. We have heard about Betty for 2 days now.
Erin and the alligator. Reminded me of home :)

This is Erin trying to catch 'snowflakes' (soap bubbles) in Winter Wonderland.

Erin and Santa. Poor Santa, Erin told him she wants LOTS of presents!

Erin, Conner and Elijah hamming it up for the camera while waiting on the train.

We had a great time at Holiday Lights at CALM this year! We went with our friends Joey, Holly, Elijah and Conner who moved here from Louisiana earlier this year. It was not too terribly cold this year and the kids had fun riding the Merry Go Round and the train and seeing the lights and animals. Afterwards we all went to dinner at Jacalito Grill and everyone enjoyed their favorite Mexican dish and lots of laughs! This is truly the time of year to be thankful for the grace and bountifulness that God has provided in our lives, and to be thankful for our family and both new and old friends! Merry Christmas!