Oh yes, we have many dogs that live at the North Pole – and cats too! Many of the Elves also have a furry friend who keeps them company. Santa has 4 dogs – Jasmine, Ginger Snap, Snowball and Peppermint Bark. Mrs. Claus has a cat named Snickerdoodle who enjoys following Mrs. Claus around […]

Christmas is a time of wonder and magic in the hearts of children. Sometimes, a little one comes and gleefully jumps on Santa’s lap and, for a moment, their face turns serious ……….. Are you REALLY  Santa Claus? I give a wink and whisper the truth, “Well now, that’s a decision only you can make

  It sometimes happens — a little one comes up to me with a worried look on their face and says “Santa, my friends say there is no Santa Claus. Please tell me the truth. Are you real?” In September of 1897, eight year old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to her local newspaper, The

  When the Elves and I first met, I was just a simple woodworker who enjoyed making wooden toys for the children in my village. Mrs. Claus, an expert with all manner of fabrics, made beautiful dolls, stuffed animals, and clothes for the children. The Elves were very interested in our abilities to make and

  As you might imagine, a question I am often asked is about a very well-known group of reindeer — my sleigh team that helps Santa deliver presents all around the world. How are these nine reindeer able to fly? I like to describe their flying as more of an ability to run on the

  It is very busy here at the North Pole as we are in full swing making our preparations for Christmas Eve deliveries to the children of the world. It is a perfect time to explain one of the most common questions I am asked by children as well as many adults. How can Santa