Gloria is spending Christmas and the holidays with me and my Hubby. She is very happy! On Christmas Eve I asked her if she wanted to write a letter to Santa. Yes, and no. She felt awkward telling me that she wanted something special. So, we had a heart-to-heart talk. The conversation went something like this:
“Jennie, you know I love the Aqua Room and my friends.”
“I know, Gloria.”
“Well, the problem is, sometimes I’m alone. Like at night and on some weekends. I get lonely. I want a new friend. Do you think Santa would understand? Do you understand?”
“Gloria, I think Santa will understand. And of course I understand! Do you want me to help you write that letter?”
“Yes! Thank you, Jennie. I love you.”
Gloria told me exactly what she wanted to say to Santa. Here is her letter:
The next morning – Christmas morning – I woke up to find Gloria smiling on the couch, hugging a new friend.
“Look what Santa brought me! His name is Sam. He’s wonderful.”
Jennie
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Thank you.
That’s a lovely story and a wonderful result. Proving, once again that Santa can be trusted.
Yes! Thank you, Dan.
Excellent!
Thank you, FR!
It’s going to be SO exciting in your classroom after the holidays. Can’t wait!
Yes! I can’t wait for the children to meet Sam!
I want to hear all about it!
Will do!
Proof positive that Santa reads all the letters and does his best to comply. I’m so happy for Gloria! Happy Christmas to all.
Yes, proof positive! Thank you, Darlene.
that is such good news for everyone and the kids will be as thrilled as gloria is!
Yes! I can’t wait for them to meet Sam and to tell them about Santa! Thanks, Beth.
Hooray for Sam! Gloria will never be lonely again.
Best wishes, Pete.
Yes, and yes!! Many thanks, Pete.
What a super gift to Gloria. Her smiles are our smiles. Thanks for sharing, Jennie.
Aww… that’s so nice, John. Here’s to smiles! Many thanks.
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Gloria’s new friend is adorable.
He is! Many thanks, Karma.
Oh! Wow Gloria what an amazing colour your new present is and aren’t you a lucky girl to have such a precious friend 💜💜💜
Hi Willow, she is very lucky. I can’t wait to have the children meet Sam and hear about Santa. Many thanks!
I am sure they will soon love him 💜💜
Love this! We took part in our local church gift gathering for those who otherwise might not get a gift and we were excited to donate a bicycle…somewhere in New York a new bike found a lifelong friend! Happy holidays to you!
Giving feels so good. You must be smiling thinking about that bicycle. I’m so glad you enjoyed this, John. Gloria is still smiling.
Awww! That’s just too sweet for words. Loved reading that she now has a permanent friend.
Thanks so much, Marlene. I’m so happy for Gloria. Can’t wait for the Aqua Roomers to meet Sam. I’ll let Gloria tell the whole story.
Another sweet addition for the children
Thank you, Don. I think they’ll love Sam.
Ah, the perfect friend for Gloria. Wonderful Jennie 🖤💜
I think so, too. Many thanks, Robbie.
He’s so cute and the perfect companion for Gloria! I’m so glad Santa knew just who he would give her. 💜
He really is! Santa picked the perfect companion – he knows! Thanks, Deborah.
Gloria just made my day!! I’m so glad she has a new purple friend to keep her company during the lonely times.
I’m so glad she made your day! Her new friend is a perfect companion. And who knew she likes purple? Thank you, Liz!
Jennie, this is my favorite Christmas story of the year. Purple Sam is delightful. Together, he and Gloria remind me of a quintessential song of being laid-back, going with the flow, and copacetic — Dragging the Line. Maybe Sam has a quirky fondness for edible flowers. So, — with some minor changes…
My friend Sam eats purple flowers (that’s why he’s purple)
Ain’t got much, but what we got’s ours
We dig snow and rain and the bright sunshine
Dragging the line… Dragging the line…
Have a copacetic new week. Hugs on the wing.
I’m glad Gloria has a new friend!
Love Gloria…and Sam, too!
Xo, dear Jennie! ❤️🥰❤️