It’s again that time of the year when celebrations are peaking, the world is merrier, families are planning holidays and children are wishing for their beloved Santa Claus to gift them goodies.
However, it is also the time when the debate over Santa’s existence, his inclusion in family traditions and how important he is in picks up.
To those who wish to celebrate Christmas in other ways, Santa is none other than Saint Nicholas who once existed and was seen as the protector of children.
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Santa’s existence is what gives hope to children. In a world mired with conflicts, Santa’s impending arrival is awaited, prepared for and celebrated.
Santa is a happy hope that comes to all of us at the end of the year when we sit and ponder about all the difficult paths we crossed in that one year.