What does Santa do when a house does not have a chimney or there is a fire burning in the fire place? Santa likes to keep a few things secret so he can always surprise the kids he is visiting -- all he will say to this question is that he uses a little magic but he *always* finds a way! Does Rudolph always lead the sleigh? Rudolph is almost always the lead reindeer thanks to his wonderful bright nose! How do the reindeer fly? A long time ago Santa and his helpers discovered magical oats and corn-- when the reindeer eat the oats and corn the deer become able to fly and leap high into the air. Why can't I ever see Santa or his elves? Santa and the elves are magical and move very quickly. Sometimes, if you are very good, you *might* catch a glimpse of an elf! How does Santa's sleigh make it around the world in one day? Through a combination of lots of practice and hard work, judicious use of time zones, and a little magic, Santa and the reindeer always make it in time. How does Santa know whether I have been naughty or nice? Santa maintains his naughty and nice list (now computerized, by the way), with the help of all the elves who keep track of each person -- you probably aren't even aware they are around you, but elves have a special way of keeping an eye on you. Sometimes if you look quickly enough you *might* catch one peering in a window or around a corner, but you would have to be very fast and very good! What kind of snack does Santa like left out for him? Santa loves cookies! -- pick your favorite kind of cookie and Santa will be happy! The reindeer love carrots and lettuce best, of course! How many reindeer are in the north pole? Under a thousand, but enough for an eternity of Christmas eve nights! What are the names of Santa's reindeer? Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder, and Blitzen, and of course -- Rudolph. What do Santa and Mrs. Claus do after Christmas Eve? First they have a big party to celebrate
the spirit of Christmas, and their wedding anniversary. Why doesn't Santa always bring me what I asked for? Thanks to the elves and your gift lists, Santa usually knows what presents you would like to receive. However, sometimes Santa also knows that your parents, family, or guardians have other special things in mind. Also, Santa does not like to bring gifts that he knows your parents, or guardians, would prefer you not to have -- (such as a horse, or a space shuttle, the Empire State Building, or other gifts that would not be appropriate). |
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Why does Santa Claus climb down the chimney? Santa first began climbing down the chimney for Dutch children. Similarly, the charcoal he leaves for naughty children originated with the Dutch. Where did he get the red suit? His red suit trimmed with white fur originated from the bishop's mitre and cape worn by the Dutch saint. What is a "White Christmas"? A "white Christmas" refers to the snow! Snow is one of the features associated with the wintery holiday season in many areas. Why does'nt Santa come every day of the year? Well, for a couple of reasons. First, they (Santa and the Reindeer) come on Christmas eve to celebrate Christmas -- the birthday of Jesus. Second, it takes almost a whole year to get everything ready for just one very special night for all the good children around the world. Third, only having Christmas once each year makes it very special. Is there a real Rudolph? Yes, Rudolph is one of our favorite reindeer since he is so helpful when there is fog or other inclimate weather on Christmas Eve. [asked in 1954 by little Rudy, a future politician in New York] How old is Santa, and when is Santa's birthday? Santa stopped counting birthdays in the year 1899. He may be close to seven hundred years old, but keep in mind that the real Santa is eternally young. He really looks very young under the beard and white hair, but needs to wear that magical disguise so children always remember who he is. Why does Santa Claus deliver presents on Christmas Eve instead of some other day? The simple reason is that if we didn't deliver on Christmas Eve then the presents wouldn't be waiting for everyone on Christmas morning! |
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