Ice Skating at Union Square

Everyone had the day off yesterday, so we decided to head up to Union Square to see all the holiday festivities. The first stop was Macy's decorated windows.  Notice the two kitties in the background.

Next, it was off to check out the outdoor ice skating rink.  After two birthday parties at ice skating rinks this past year, Ella was excited about getting back on the ice.

Always the daredevil, Ella skated despite the risk.

I'm not sure whether it was the ice, the skates or the Christmas spirit, but Ella did amazingly well on the ice - skating on her own without holding on.

 

Sarah cheered her on from the sidelines.

Next it was time to check out the Union Square Christmas Tree.

As fortune would have it, cousins Laura and Jared were at Union Square too, and we had lunch with them and their kids Dax (not pictured) and Cielo (pictured).

Now it's off to Nipomo for Christmas with both sides of the family for the first time in many years.  We can't wait!