The calendar says August. The garden is still producing tomatoes, peppers and herbs. School supplies have replaced pool toys in the stores. Football is beginning to stir, and before long the leaves will begin their slow transformation. Christmas? Not yet. And that’s exactly the point. Christmas isn’t made in December. After all these years of […]
Tag: Summer with Santa
Summer Evenings
Life with Santa | June Reflection There’s something about summer evenings that makes the world feel softer. Maybe it’s the way the light lingers a little longer across the yard, or how the heat of the day slowly gives way to stillness. The garden settles. The birds quiet down. Even the wind seems to move […]
Campfires, Cozy Nights, and Family Memories
Campfires, Cozy Nights, and Family Memories Fall has a way of reminding us to slow down. The air turns crisp, sweaters make their way out of closets, and evenings seem to whisper, come closer, this moment matters. This September, our family packed up for a camping trip—and what a joy it was. Both our children […]
Goodbye, Old Friend: What Our Tree Taught Us About Life, Loss, and New Beginnings
A note from Santa’s desk
Life with Santa:
What I Learned in a Room Full of Santa’s In July, Richard and I attended the quarterly meeting of the IBRBS—International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas, Oklahoma Chapter. Now, I’ll admit it—I’ve typically avoided these meetings. They always seemed so… over the top. A room full of Santas who love the sound of their HO […]
Even Santa Needs a Break
For those of us who carry the spirit of Christmas year-round, summer offers something special: time to rest, reconnect, and recharge. It may not be sleigh rides and snow, but the glow of a campfire, the laughter of loved ones, and the stillness of a quiet morning can be just as magical. This month, we […]