December 2005

Dear Shurrick,

It is almost time for Christmas and the elves and I are getting the presents ready for all of the good boys and girls around the world. Everyone at the North Pole is very excited!

I know that you have been a good kid this year to your family and friends. I know you kept your room clean. Shurrick, this makes Mrs. Claus and myself very proud of you.

I hear you would like to find a fun gift under your tree this year. I think you will enjoy the wonderful gifts I bring you this year for Christmas.

As the snow is falling here at the North Pole, all of my helpers have been very busy morning and night making presents. There are still many toys that need to be made.

Rudolph and the other reindeer are getting excited to fly to Kyiv to deliver presents. They know Christmas is right around the corner, and they are bouncing off the walls. We're all so excited!

I am delighted to tell you that one of our first stops on Christmas Eve will be Ukraine, especially Kyiv. I am so excited! Well Shurrick, I must get back to the workshop. I hope you continue to be a good kid and remember to leave some cookies and milk out for me!

Merry Christmas!

See you soon,

Santa Claus