Christmas is near, so Santa is here. Logan's first visit with Santa was one in which he was pulling away. The second visit with Santa was one in which he was excited. He, with a certain amount of assertiveness, told Santa that he wanted trucks, tractors, books and "the crayon machine" he'd seen on television.

In addition to decorating the tree, Logan has been singing to "Christmas with the Chipmunks," opening a door to his Advent box, and hanging an ornament on the tree Nanny made him. We've also read a different Christmas story nearly every night. All these things have created a great deal of excitement for our son! I imagine he'll have trouble sleeping this year. I too anticipate an early riser Christmas morning.

It's been a pleasure to witness his anticipation build with each day.