The girls got dressed up in their Christmas best to attend their first stage production. We met Nana at the Stages Theater in Hopkins to see "A Silent Night for Peef". Little Bird brought along our stuffed Peef thinking he might like to see the show too.
As predicted, Little Pie was very nervous. While she was very excited on the way there and even as we walked into the theater, she was very quiet and reserved sitting in her little booster chair waiting for the show to begin. Little Bird was all set, even "reading" the program before the show started.
As the lights dimmed, I could see Little Pie reach for Nana's hand. Little Bird was craning to see every piece of the stage. I believe both girls loved the dancing and singing elves (performed by children). I also believe both girls were a little scared of the talking, singing, and dancing life-sized Peef bear. But after each girl ended up in one of our laps, we could tell they were enjoying the show.
I'm very proud of them for trying something new (sitting in a dark theater is a big accomplishment for Little Pie). Both girls sat very well, only getting a little bit antsy at the end. They even whispered their questions to me (although I could hardly hear them!). And shockingly, Little Pie went right up to the live Peef for a big hug!
It was an adorable show and we can't wait to take them back for another production.
After the show, we met Papa and Uncle Drew for lunch at Panera. Then we headed to the mall to see Santa. (We got really lucky, arriving just before it was time for him to go feed his reindeer!).
As predicted, Little Pie did not sit on his lap, but Little Bird happily climbed on. Little Pie told him very quietly that she wanted a purse and a Tinkerbell for Christmas. Little Bird said (loud enough!) that she wanted a purse and a frog for Christmas.
And again, I was proud of Little Pie for stepping out of her shell and trying really hard to smile for the picture even though she didn't want to be there at all. (I mean, I'm going to be paying $22 for it!).
Christmas is so fun this year!!
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