Santa came to town

This morning we excitedly attended the local Santa Claus parade. (I shall refrain from complaining about how early it is for such a parade.) We missed the local Thanksgiving Parade, much to Abi's disappointment. She was very eager to see Santa. We arrived early and waited a while (with yummies from Matter of Taste cafe).

At last it began. Abi was shouting Happy Christmas throughout. Literally. Or singing Jingle Bells.

She wanted her picture taken with this beaver float.

Finally, the man himself drove past.
When asked what her favourite part of the parade was, Abi replied Santa Claus (of course) and all the treats she got.  She was so eager and smiley that I think all the people handing out candy stopped to share with her. (No, they didn't stop for every kid. Kids next to us certainly did not get much if any.)  At one point, students from WLU were walking past, Abi shouted Happy Christmas and as if rehearsed, about a dozen students said "ahhhhh!" - and then gave her candy.

So, this was our favourite part: