We-Finally-Saw-Santa-Parade

Two years ago, the Hartland fam braved the cold to attend our town's annual Santa Parade; however, the low temperatures chased us out before we could actually see Santa and his Missus on their float.  So when we set out today for a repeat performance, we were committed to seeing Santa Claus--especially since Lia is now very intrigued by this illusive holiday hero.  We were able to slip into town a little bit early to hit our local Greek restaurant for dinner before heading out to observe the parade and its participants for the next hour or so.  The good news?  We made it to the end and actually got to see Mr. and Mrs. Claus.  Lia was absolutely awestruck...

Lia and Ron mesmerized by the Sumner High School marching band.

No Puyallup parade is complete without our local Daffodil royalty.  Here are our girls in all their yellow glory.

A happy parade observer.

Moving to the top of papa's shoulders for a better view.

One of the many lit up tractors.

My little Lou and me.

Ron and I couldn't get over this deck-out hot rod.  Can you find the car under there?

Finally!  The final float with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

We wandered over to our library park after the parade to take a gander at the tree-lighting ceremony.  While there, we were able to see Santa and the Missus up close and the set of Disney princesses from the parade.  Talk about holiday luck.  Lia thought she had died and gone to heaven.

Let the holiday season begin!