Stamford Woman, 84, Shares Christmas Memories Of Santa

STAMFORD, CT — Writing a letter to Santa is a treasured tradition for many Stamford families. They’re a lens into the magic of the holiday season through the eyes of a child.

We’ve partnered with T-Mobile so we can all share in their joy. While this submission by 84-year-old Anna E. Schmid in Stamford is not a letter, it tells the story of why Santa was important to her as a child:

"I am an 84-year-old woman without children. However I love to share a funny story. When I was small Santa was very important to me. I like most little children asked for everything under the sun. My mother and father had five children and they did not want to disappoint anyone of us. I was the last one. When I woke up Christmas morning I always received just nice gifts. With all the excitement I forgot I didn't get one gift that I asked for. So, I went to my mother and asked her what happened I didn't get the other doll. My mother said, well you have an Italian Santa who comes from Italy and on the way he lost the other doll! She said, don't worry a little girl in Italy just like you has the other doll and now your doll has a sister. I was so happy that my doll had a sister in Italy! Now, I know this is not the story you wanted but I do think of it every Christmas and smile. I hope whoever reads this smiles just like me. Merry Christmas, especially to my mom!"

Santa is waiting to hear from your kids, too. Click here to fill out the form, and you can submit a photo if you’d like.

Please note: Your child’s letter may be shared with your community to help spread holiday cheer. However, all fulfillment requests need to be routed separately to the North Pole and/or Santa himself. In other words, these letters are just for fun: Santa won’t be checking the lists on Patch.

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