Dear Santa – Mrs. Claus

I’ve composed letters to Santa Claus from a few familiar holiday characters. It’s never too late to believe. You are loved. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa,

My love. I never imagined a life quite like this. I certainly never dreamed of being Mrs. Santa Claus.

I thought of a June wedding in my parent’s backyard. A honeymoon in the Italian countryside. The Junior League. Babies.  Growing old together and dancing in the rain.

Then you happened. We happened.

The North Pole? Who lives in the Arctic Circle? With flying reindeer. So much for summertime.

So much for babies. I was ready for two or three. We get letters from every child in the world! Our children.

Growing up without brothers and sisters – I never had to share. I liked being the center of attention. I like standing beside you even more.

I love watching your eyes twinkle when you make another child smile. I love the way you listen to children when they share the secrets they hold so close. I don’t mind sharing you with the world.

I’m thrilled to know we’re the only couple that never fights about money. I love the fact that you believe in miracles. I am privileged to know my best friend’s job is spreading joy.

I’ve never seen you angry. I’ve never known you to disappoint. I’ve never heard you say “I can’t” or “I won’t.”

I think a lot of women believe they can change the man they love. I’ve never doubted you.  I’ve never wanted to change you. I like you exactly the way you are.

I’ve never wondered how you feel about me because you tell me every day. I don’t worry about my dress size. I don’t worry about wearing heels. I don’t worry about anything. Being your wife is the highlight of my life.

I love cooking together. I love watching movies together in front of the fireplace. I love waking up in the middle of the night and watching you breathe. I love holding hands in our own winter wonderland.

I am so proud of you. And all you do to make the world a wonderful place.

I need you. I want you. I like you. I love you.

Merry Christmas, Santa Claus.

I love you. Always have. Always will.

Always,

Me