A Message From Mrs. Claus: How You Can Help Your Parents at Christmas

Mrs. Santa Claus sends a letter about how children can help their parents at Christmas time

Dear children everywhere,

It is almost Christmas 2007. As Christmas approaches, you have a lot of things on your minds like Christmas concerts, presents for others especially your Moms and Dads, sisters and brothers, as well as your friends.

Shopping is hard work for everyone. I hope that you have all done your shopping early this year. If not, you have a few weeks to get it finished. Make sure that you have your shopping list ready before you go shopping and that will help your parents.

When I think about all of the best Christmas presents that I have ever received, I am reminded of one in particular. It was a tiny, rag doll made by a young child and it did not cost even one penny. Don't fret about not having any money to buy presents. I am certain that you will find some wonderful way to give everyone you love something that they will never forget.

If you want do something special and help your parents, work hard at learning your parts for your Christmas concerts. Even if you have one or two lines, just say them the best you possibly can. You families will be proud of you.

I love to help Santa with your letters. Each letter has a special place in his heart. He lets the elves in his workshop at the North Pole know what they should be doing, so that your Christmas is a special and happy day. They work very hard and love to make toys. Santa learned how to make toys as a young child, too.

Be extra good for your parents, as that makes things great for your Moms and Dads. Try to be their Santa's helpers whenever you can. Even if you do little things, that can make a big difference.

When you put up your Christmas trees, make sure that they are well watered, if you have a real tree. That is one job that I know you can do. There are artificial trees now that have a fire retardant, so that they don't catch fire. Don't water those ones.

Hang up your stockings on Christmas Eve. If have a chance to do so, put up an extra stocking or two for those less fortunate. It feels great to know that you have helped someone or made them happy in a special way. Don't forget to put one up for your Moms and Dads.

When your Moms are doing the Christmas baking, they might seem to be tired, so help if you can. Your Dads may need a hand shoveling the snow too. If we get a white Christmas, there might be a lot of extra shoveling to do, but it looks so nice.

If you feel sad, just sing a few Christmas carols. You cannot sing and be sad at the same time. It will make others happy too. Teach them some new songs.

Know that Santa and I have a special place for you in our hearts. We love every one of you in a very special way.

Have a wonderful Christmas and God bless you all.

With love,

Mrs. Santa Claus 

P.S. Rudolph is prancing around getting ready to lead Santa's sleigh. Yes, he still has a red nose and he loves carrots.