We were excited to be in Australia for another Christmas. We had a fantastic holiday and enjoyed the warm weather, whilst the Northern Hemisphere was blanketed in snow.
View of our Christmas tree and a large cruise ship in Port Phillip Bay.
We had lots of Santa interaction this year, starting with a visit to the local library where Jared informed everyone "That's not Santa, he's just a man!"
We then went to the Queen Victoria Market to visit Santa in his red tent, his very red tent.
And finally, we visited with Santa at John's office Christmas party. He sang and danced and was by far the most energetic Santa that we have ever seen. However, Jared was not fooled and came and whispered in our ear that he was still just a man.
We also went downtown to mail our Christmas letters to Santa (which we didn't have with us at the time and so sent them by email). This Christmas tree is downtown on Swanston Street with St. Paul's Cathedral in the background.
Christmas Eve we went to our friend's home where we all had a go bouncing in the 'Supabounce' bounce house. It rained and the kids were soaked, but we all had a great time. 
Christmas morning brought many fun gifts and lots of smiles.
Our favourite shot of the day shows just how occupied and quiet the children were, which was an awesome Christmas gift in and of itself.
4 comments:
So I can't believe how old Jared looks. He has grown up so much there. I am so envious of the warm weather there. I went running yesterday in 10 degrees. Brrr. What a fun Christmas you had! We miss you guys!
Looks like a great Christmas. It's odd to see your kids in shorts visiting Santa (although in Texas that is a possiblity, just not this year). Brooklyn looks like she has gotten taller!
It looks like you guys had a great Christmas. We miss you so much. We will have to play DS's when we see you next because Chris and I both got them this year. Can't wait until you are closer to home. Lova ya
I love the pic of your tree with the bay in the background! What a great shot! I must admit that I look at your blog all the time, but never leave comments! Sorry! Were you ever able to find the portable DVD player you were looking for? I'd really like you to come over sometime. Send me an email!
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