Santa clause

I grew up like most kids celebrating Christmas, at least, that's what I thought at the time. Talking to my friends, however, there were some distinct differences in our childhood.

I grew up with, "Santa's dead."

No crushing betrayal that my parents lied to me about where my presents really came from-the North Pole, obviously.

No. I grew up differently. And I see nothing wrong with that, in fact, I liked my way better.

My mom told us, "Santa died a long time ago. His name was Nicolas. He was a kind man who helped a lot of people, and very generous. He'd give the poor and children presents. It's the parents duty to carry on what Old Saint Nick tried to do and do that for their kids, and others too."

To be kind and give to others.