Lights, Music, Action!

I had been looking forward to our family visit to the Botanical Garden Night of Lights since I purchased our tickets in October, so when Saturday rolled around, I was ready! We spent all day working in the yard, including Tuttle and Maggie who helped bag leaves, and we were ready to relax and enjoy the holidays.

We started our night with dinner at Mellow Mushroom. Jay tries to eat at MM every chance he gets!

Although the kids and I are regular vistiors to the Botanical Gardens with our membership, Jay had never been, so I was excited to show him around. We were all impressed with the lights and decorations. It was not too cold to walk around the gardens despite being December, so we explored all the nooks and crannies. Our favorite spot was the conservatory with the orchids and tropical areas. We couldn't decide if we were more impressed with the plants or the lights. :)

We even found a little spot for a quick kiss under the mistletoe.

I think Tuttle and Maggie's favorite part was the hot chocolate.

We all left exhausted and in the holiday spirit!

Sunday the kids and I went to church while Jay did a little Christmas shopping. Tuttle had practice for his Christmas Eve Nativity Parade after the service. This is the first year he is old enough to participate, and he will be a sheep. So sweet.

After church we rushed home for lunch and to regroup before the BIG event of the weekend. Tuttle's preschool class was performing at the church's holiday musical program, and Tuttle volunteered the play piano by himself as the gathering music. This was his first time performing for anyone but our immediate family, so we were so excited to see our little boy in action!

Grandmommy, Grandaddy, Gram, Grumps, Aunt Peach, and Uncle Drew came to cheer on Tuttle. He did so well and was not nervous at all. He played four songs and looked around after each piece to make sure everyone clapped for him. Jay and I could not possibly be prouder of our little musician.

After the program we went to dinner with the Thorne family members. It was the perfect way to end our weekend.