Merry Christmas!

In the coldest part of the year, the days are short, the nights seem never ending. The trees are bare. Their life essence withdrawn to the safety of their core. People are gathered near to the fire. A part of them is convinced that the Sun will never return.

Just when despair is at its highest a lone figure appears. He is not depressed nor depressing. His demeanor could be said to be downright Jolly. He is a large man reminding us that life is large. He is dressed in winter clothes but not in dark subdued colors. He wears instead festive colors of red, white and sometimes green. Flung across his back is a sack. In it are treats for the wee ones and hope for everyone. He is a stranger that we have known all our lives. We welcome him into our homes knowing that he will bring out the best in us. He reminds us that the presents we receive are minor compared to the gifts we have to give.

Some say he is from another time. Some say he is of all time. Some say he died long ago and became a Saint. Others insist that he will never die as long as we hold him in our hearts. This is for certain; just when we need him the most, is precisely when he appears.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to those of you that invited me into your homes and businesses. It has been my pleasure to have been a part of your Holiday Celebrations. While I sincerely hope my appearance helped make your Holidays brighter, I wanted you to know that I am a better person and a better Santa for having met you.

Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year to you and yours.
Santa Jac Grimes