I don’t recall when I first was told about Santa Claus. That was well over half a century ago. As they say, nobody’s getting any younger.
I seriously believed in Santa. With a shaky pen I carefully wrote letters to the North Pole. I remember the cookies vanishing and the presents magically appearing on Christmas morning. Santa always read my letters and somehow knew my heart’s desire.
Then one day I was told by everyone that Santa Claus doesn’t exist. It’s all make believe.
That was then, this is now. You know what I’ve learned as I’ve grown older? Those disbelieving people were wrong.
I’ve actually met Santa Claus on several occasions. That’s him in the above photo and the photo that follows. Perhaps you recognize him.
The Santa Claus I’ve met is someone who loves people. He’s a bright eyed someone whose love, humor and laughter lighten the world. No, he doesn’t live at the North Pole. He lives right here in San Diego.
He has created treasured moments for young and old and brought joy to countless hearts. He has produced memories that will never, ever, ever be forgotten.
He is the real Santa Claus.
As are all the others in this world who spread laughter, generosity and the gift of love on Christmas, and through every season of life.
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