For a thirteenth year, the kids of the house (and their plush mascot, Nosy the Minecraft plush cat) have sat down for their photos with Santa and Mr. T!

Only two observations from me about this year’s photos: first, we have this whole tradition down to such a routine that we can get it done in minutes!

Second: a guy can look back at all these photos over the years and feel very, very lucky.

Eight year old smiles as he sits with our plush Santa Claus and Mr. T.

Seven year old smiles as she sits with our plush Santa Claus and Mr. T.