The Santa Blog

Santa: Oh, what a time we have had the past few days! We had to make a quick trip back to the North Pole to check on Rudolph….poor little thing came down with a cold. When that happens, his nose goes haywire. Instead of shining brightly in the dark, it blinks both day and night. The only thing that can cure his cold is a bowl of Mrs. Claus’ barley soup.

So, we went home on Saturday and she fixed up a great big pot just for him. Fed him a bowl or two myself, and left enough for the elves to take care of him until he is on his feet again. Can’t do without him on Christmas Eve, you know.

We got back late last night and I made the rounds here in Canton for a bit. I met a young man named Ben who is helping his mom everyday after school. She’s waiting on a little sister for Ben anytime now, and sure is glad to have his help. I told Ben that his good deeds definitely put him on the Nice list – don’t you agree?

Tomorrow I will be up early…I plan to check in with a few teachers. I think I will start down in Midtown and work my way through Decatur, Marietta, Woodstock, Canton, and on up into Pickens and Gilmer counties. always keep an eye out for the best children this time of year…and I am happy for the help.

Mrs. Claus: Soup was not the only thing I cooked while back home. I took advantage of that great big oven and baked about fifty dozen gingerbread men. The elves all had a few, and I put the rest in the freezer for cold winter nights.

You know, lots of boys and girls ask about Santa’s favorite cookie. They want to leave something special for him on Christmas Eve. Well, I can’t say I have ever seen a cookie that he didn’t like! But…..I have noticed that Santa’s pants are a little too snug this year. Perhaps you should think of leaving him a nice treat of carrots and celery sticks. We wouldn’t want him to get stuck in a chimney, now would we?