THE LITTLE MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS

The night went along rather smoothly, as old Santa entered the house and brought with him the presents that would make the occupants happy. He had a present for each of the adults, so as not to disappoint anyone who lived there. The aides that assisted in helping the residents enjoy a productive life were happy to see Santa, and gave him all the help he needed.

As the visit by Santa progressed, everyone was in great spirits, but there were still two presents left! Two individuals didn’t get a present!

“Where are the people that these presents belong to, Asked Santa?

They are in bed, Santa, one is bed-ridden and one doesn’t feel well.

“Well, let’s go to them, OK?

Off Santa went to visit the two people who could not make it to the festivities and the ice cream afterward.

Santa entered each room to much fanfare for such a humble place. The people with disabilities suffer mightily, but don’t know that life can be better. No one takes a moment to care sometimes, and we can easily forget. But Santa knew better, he would bring the spirit to them. If you look into the eyes of one who suffers, they can tell you a whole story.

Finally the gift giving, visits and ice cream were over, and Santa headed out to his car. In the dark, Santa fumbled with his keys and while he tried to start his vehicle, another SUV sped by him and parked in front of the long ranch house. Out jumped a young mother with three little boys, and all raced into the house.

Santa, with visions of pork chops dancing in his head, realized what was going on! The little kids were brought there to see Santa himself. Santa sat back a moment, resting his weary bones, and sighed, pushing out his door and walking back to the house.

Outside the house stood an aide, smoking a cigarette on her break.

“Are those kids here to see Santa, Santa asked?

“Yes they are!”

Swinging his bells and catching everyone by surprise, Santa entered the house one more time.

There in front of him stood three little Hispanic boys, one was maybe 5, one four and one maybe 2. Santa knelt down and gave each a present, and together with the three boys, posed for a few more pictures.

The mother of the boys, came up to Santa, threw her arms around his neck and kissed him for coming back in time!

And so, the miracles continue.