Last Sunday it was time for our now-annual trip to Macy’s Herald Square to see Santa, followed by lunch at Blue Smoke.

My sister-in-law Kathryn, my brother Rob, my 4-year-old niece Grace, and my 11-year-old nephew Kyle waiting in line for the Big Event. Kyle completely humors Grace, he’s really great with her. In truth, he comes along for the promise of barbeque. And I don’t blame him. Adam’s with me, and my mom is hanging out at Au Bon Pain waiting for us to come out the other side. With pictures.

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