Meeting the Big Guy

We couldn't resist. But I was sorry to find that it's all about image anymore. Santa always had to look the part, but now it appears that's all he has to do. For all I know this Santa Claus was deaf and dumb. He didn't ask any children what they wanted for Christmas. He just held still and stared into the flashbulb, seeming somewhat dazed. Meanwhile the smooth-talking photographer snapped away, while the sprightly assistants tried to talk parents into buying the $34.99 package. Creating memories, or just photos?

But obviously we were suckers, too. Once Edith can talk, though, I think we'll look for a more engaged Santa. In the meantime, ho ho ho!