SANTA!!

Every year, we try to get all the cousins together for a group shot with Santa. Last year, Abby was an angel. It was a HUGE step up from 2010 when Carrie had to hide in the back, holding onto her boys' shirts so they wouldn't run away!
2011
This year Abby didn't want to cooperate. I truly don't think it was the fact that Santa was holding her. It was that she had to be away from her mama. One minute before the photo, Gloria was holding Abby and she was happy. I thought it would be PERFECT because Abby just hates to be put down my me, but is usually fine if she's warmed up to someone who then abandons her. Alas, Gloria was holding our number for the line, so Abby was in my arms and I knew then that our chances were shot!
2012
Santa has quite a grip on Abby. Because right before the cousins pic, he lost his grip on Abby and she slid down. Derek swooped in before she hit the floor!

And while we're at it, let's take a look at how the Hicks kids did.
2011

2012