Lucy does not really understand this Santa Claus thing but I thought it might be fun to take her anyway.
We needed to find a place close to home and hopefully where there would not be a long wait.
So... mid-week we headed across the lake to Bass Pro Shop as Santa would be there to greet visitors at 3PM.
This sounded like a plan.

We barely got in the door and the greeter was taken aback to see Lucy coming in her cart.
He was so helpful as I wheeled her into the store and of course a conversation ensued and more laughter.
Yes... he understood perfectly the need to have laughter in retirement and I'm sure he thought we were a bit of an odd couple but he took it in stride
and welcomed us to the store and gave us directions to Santa.
Just take the elevator downstairs. It was Lucy's first elevator ride!

We proceeded to get in the line with all the kiddies... mostly babies and toddlers.
Yes, we got some strange looks and a couple people came over to talk.
Pretty soon this older fella came up to me, eyeing Lucy. His question... "Does she date?"

I thought perhaps I mis-heard what he had said and he repeated it.
I paused a second and then asked him point blank... "Why? Do you want a date with Lucy?"
And with that he gave me a big smile and walked away laughing!

Now I was a little concerned that Lucy might be frightened of Santa as she has never seen him before with his long white beard and his red suit but he was gentle with her and allowed her to sit on his lap.

Not sure what she might have asked Santa for as she speaks so softly but I do know she has been lonesome
and would probably like a male companion but I don't think that is in Santa's bag of tricks!

All in all it was a delightful visit and we thank everyone for their warm welcome!