Santa 08 wrapup - A Wild Ride

Christmas 2008 was quite an experience. I totally believe that if there were a Santa, I would be him. I never tired of seeing the joy in the eyes of all the kids (of ALL ages) when they met the REAL Santa. I even had senior citizens lined up for an hour just to sit on my knee and get a picture. Unbelievable.

Here's a quick pictorial of the adventure:

Springs Preserve - I spent four hours a nite every weekend between Thanksgiving THROUGH Dec. 30. From Dec. 19 it was every day except Christmas Day.

Have you been good this year?

My helpers Norma Wood and Louisa Lawson (l-r)

Despite my best efforts, many were still afraid of the Jolly Old Elf.

Some had lists you wouldn't believe!

Yes, they came in all ages!

ALL ages!!

BEHIND THE SCENES


A Coke and a smile!!

In the dressing room

After Christmas, Santa was still on the job, but it was vacation time for the old boy.

....until the Grinch showed up!

All's Well that Ends Well.... the team bids farewell on closing night, Dec. 30.