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jonathan_g_meath_portrays_santa_clausIt’s a silly question, but like the Chinese proverb says, “He who asks a question is a fool for five minutes; he who doesn’t ask remains a fool forever.”

To some extent, everyone believes. Otherwise why is his picture in stores, on buses and in newspapers? That’s not just another silly question, just ask him the next time you see Santa in a mall or outside ringing a bell.

He brings the fun and the surprises of Christmas. Santa’s image enriches the season with love, charity and the joy of Christmas cookies. He emphasizes the spirit of Christmas in many ways. Who could argue with that? It’s another
silly question, but …

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