Santa's Visit with the Fire Department

Every year we wait for an hour in the freezing cold for Santa to come and visit the neighborhood. He is chauffeured around by the Fire Department, bringing candy canes and lollipops for all who are willing to brave the elements for his arrival. While the parents are usually grumbling and frozen, it seems to be a delight for the children so we do it year after year. And after it is all said and done, we always go home to warm soup and hot chocolate, discussing what a great tradition it is. We love our neighborhood friends and it is a great few minutes of chatting and hanging out, so although we are usually frozen and tired by the end, we really do love the tradition.