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Post by Jodi on Jan 18, 2006 20:39:27 GMT -5
Again guys trying to play catch-up with you all. This year, Ryan "got" the whole Santa idea. Josh is 13 and past the Santa stuff - so what fun it was to bring Santa back into Xmas. Ryan loved reading (or looking) at books that involved Santa, reindeer, snowmen, etc. FUN FUN FUN!!! We watched spongebob Xmas, Wiggles Xmas, the Grinch, and a Muppet xmas. We talked about what he wanted for Xmas - and so this too was kinda new to him. I asked him what he wanted Santa to bring him, and helped him with some ideas  . We made a list and went to the mall to give it to Santa. When we got there (early) Ryan was all over the place and could care less about Santa. He was just in a crummy mood.... ah.... then Santa showed-up and OH MY GOODNESS, Ryan was thrilled. He kept pointing and YELLING "SANTA SANTA SANTA....." Here's the picture...  He gave Santa the list, and we got the pics right away. He wanted to hold them on the way back to the car, and had to talk to dad on the cell phone about the whole thing right away (remember - we can hardly understand Ryan so that was interesting - he's joy made it so great though). Anyway - just wanted to share how much fun I had this year Ryan was a kick and made it "magical" again. Jodi |
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Post by ValerieC on Jan 18, 2006 21:20:16 GMT -5
Christmas is magical isn't it?! So glad Ryan enjoyed Santa. What fun!!!
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Post by Emilysmom on Jan 18, 2006 21:21:29 GMT -5
What a FUN age!!! Doesn't matter when you post it, stories like that are GREAT to read!
Loved the picture!
Susan
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Post by Cathy on Jan 18, 2006 21:24:27 GMT -5
Oh man I sure know what you mean. This was the first year that Katie "got" Santa and she even asked him for things. It was purely "magical" .
Nice Picture he looks pretty happy!
Hugs,
Cathy
oops forgot to mention. We are still watching the Grinch and Polar Express on a daily basis.
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Post by bluebird on Jan 18, 2006 21:56:14 GMT -5
I'm 24 and my sis (Lindsay,ds) is 21 and she still believes in Santa. It makes Christmas so much fun because we "adults" can still act like kids!
p.s. great pic!!
-Evan
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Post by CC on Jan 18, 2006 22:07:00 GMT -5
Awwwww JODI how adorable and just puts the magic into Christmas doesn't it You know my guy is 13 and OMG he loves Christmas, Santa and for me I say as long as he believes its OK with me ;D Although every-time I give Chris say a drink or a yogurt he will say to me and this is the honest truth "Thank you SANTA" Hmmmm LOLOL BTW, OMG other then Ryan's darker hair OMG I thought I was looking at a photo of my Chris at that age ;D I can't tell you how much they look alike ;D GREAT photo CC ~ |
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Post by wrblack on Jan 19, 2006 10:28:33 GMT -5
Hey, watch it! I'm a good deal older than 21 and I still believe in Santa. 'Course he hasn't brought me anything for years and years. But then I haven't been a very good boy for years and years. Maybe some year. -- Bob
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Post by momofrussell on Jan 19, 2006 11:25:10 GMT -5
OHHHH WONDERFUL JODI!!! CUTE PIC!!! Now I know what Ryan looks like! Russell is WAY far from being there... and Regan is too old too.. so it's all about Reece right now.. it's SO FUN to see her light up with Santa. She truly gets all into it and all emotional about it! I LOVE IT! It's a magical thing isn't it!? A. |
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Post by andrewsmom on Jan 19, 2006 13:36:58 GMT -5
Awww... my heart just filled up reading your post. How great!! And here's to many many more years to come.
Thanks for sharing the great pic's!!
-Trisha
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Post by chasemansmom on Jan 19, 2006 16:55:24 GMT -5
Your little guy is so adorable and I am so glad he loves Santa! I know this is of the topic but....You know, we talk about Santa at school alot amoung the employees and the fact that so many of my students still believe in Santa. (I work for a school district in a program for disabled ages 17 to 26) I am of the minority because I believe it is okay for them to believe in Santa if they want to. It is okay that others disagree with me, but Chase is 13 now and the fact that he still believes in Santa and still gets so thrilled and excited warms my heart. I remember how important Santa was to me. Chase believing for alot more years is okay wiht me, it just keeps the magic or Christmas alive  and when he wakes up on Christmas morning and the sight of presents from Santa under the tree takes his breath away, my heart melts. hugs, Robin |
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Post by updowns on Jan 19, 2006 18:02:11 GMT -5
Aaw Jodi, Ryan is gorgeous!!! And great that he has "got" Santa, it makes Christmas so magical, it's wonderful. I just love love LOVE the magic of Christmas and Sarah at 13 (14 next month) still believes and I intend to enjoy the magic for as long as it lasts.
Stella
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Post by Jessie on Jan 20, 2006 7:20:04 GMT -5
That's a great picture of Ryan!! I'm a little jealous . . in case you missed the pic I posted of Jason, he does NOT like Santa! Loves the presents, but not the guy who brings them. LOL
Glad Ryan enjoys it so much!
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Post by heidiashliesmom on Jan 20, 2006 7:57:46 GMT -5
That puts a huge smile on my face this morning! How Exciting I love when the kids have so much Joy about a holiday! I love the picture too, you have a Handsome son!
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Post by Jodi on Jan 20, 2006 12:32:34 GMT -5
So... Christmas is over, right? Not in my house!!!
We are STILL reading Chistmas stories, watching Christmas videos, and now looking at Christmas pictures. Last night Ryan wanted the Grinch for story time, and then asked if he could watch the Grinch movie while eating breakfast!! It still makes me smile!!
Jodi
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Post by ALLISA on Jan 20, 2006 20:16:49 GMT -5
a HAPPY child on Santa's lap !!
How great to see...I;m sure Santa was happy !
Thnaks for sharing !
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. We made a list and went to the mall to give it to Santa.
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Susan, Proud mom of Michael (32), Justin (25) Emily (22ds), and Jordan (20).
and when he wakes up on Christmas morning and the sight of presents from Santa under the tree takes his breath away, my heart melts.
