Visiting Santa at Macy's

We went to Macy's for our annual visit with Santa. Every year I worry that Charlie will be scared, and although he was a little apprehensive at first he had no problem telling Santa what he wanted for Christmas -- a turtle. He has never mentioned the word turtle to me or Matt so now I suppose we have to get him some sort of turtle toy. I cannot let a 2 year old think that Santa doesn't listen!

(Another picture?) 

( I will try to smile) 

(Not so sure about this) 

(He sat long enough for a picture)

Dobry Family Christmas Card

It took us quite a few shots to pull this one off, but I love it! 

Navy Pier Winter Wonderfest

On Monday, Matt took the day off so we could spend the morning together at Navy Pier. Every winter they decorate the pier for Christmas and host the Winter Wonderfest. It is like a large indoor carnival, but it is beautifully decorated and there is even an indoor ice skating rink. Charlie loved every ride and even got to ice skate for the first time. He still needs a little practice, but he had a great day.

(In front of Santa's train) 

(On the ferris wheel) 

(Loving the rides) 

Roscoe Village Winterfest

Normally a large reindeer would scare any child, especially if the reindeer tried to pick up that child. But Charlie, he wasn't scared. He loved meeting Rudolph after breakfast in Roscoe Village!

Soccer

There is a very large indoor soccer arena in Pilsen, which is not far from our house. They offer kids clinics on the weekend and we thought it would be a great way for Charlie to burn energy during the winter months. Unfortunately, even though Emma was in class with him,  he didn't seem to like the group activity as much as we hoped. He spent most of the 45 minutes doing whatever he wanted. Instead of running around the cones, they ended up on his head.