Col. Tim Fay, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, counts down with Elizabeth Maxwell, 6, and Darrean Harris, 6, to kick off the holiday tree lighting ceremony on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 1. After the countdown a fire truck dropped Santa Claus off at the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)
Santa Claus greets children during the holiday tree lighting ceremony on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 1. Children were able to sit on Santa's lap to tell him what they wanted for the holidays. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)
Holiday lights flicker after the countdown during the holiday tree lighting ceremony on Barksdale Air Force, La., Dec. 1. The event started with the Barksdale Youth Center Choir singing holiday songs, followed by the illumination countdown and a visit from Santa Claus. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)
Santa Claus listens as Saniya Pomerlee, 4, tells him what she wants this year on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 1. After the holiday tree lighting countdown and a visit with Santa, Team Barksdale members and their families were able to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)