Over the age of 65, a little rounder around the belly and constantly surrounded by kids.
Those characteristics might ring a bell of qualities that put one at most risk for COVID-19. Or, they might remind you of the characteristics of Jolly Old Saint Nick. The men who bring the spirit of Christmas, and are Santa to children all around the world, are the ones most at risk, but also hold one of the most important jobs of the season.
One Oklahoma Santa in particular, who goes by Santa Opa Claus in the Christmas community, is one of the many Santas who are at a higher risk this holiday season. He recently had an artificial heart valve put in which potentially puts him at risk for contracting COVID-19. The juggle of keeping himself and the community around him safe, while still keeping the magic of Christmas alive, has made this holiday season unique from any others for him.
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Though Christmas is about two millennia old, Santa Claus became popular much later
Here s how St Nicholas entered Christmas to make children s dreams come true.
It is Christmas time. The time to spread good cheer, decorate trees and bake Christmas pies. Also, the time to believe in Santa Claus. Children build their Christmas plans around the visit from the sweet, happy old man in the red suit who comes down the chimney. They write wish lists meant for the yes of Grandpa Saint Nicholas from the North Pole alone.
My Hero Academia Reveals Santa Aizawa in Christmas 2020 Promo
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My Hero Academia has revealed a new Christmas 2020 promo, which features Shota Aizawa as Santa Claus. Or, rather, the version of Santa Claus that Eraser Head would be. In a caption that should surprise no one, Aizawa promises to distribute presents rationally to the people of the world. Needless to say, fans are responding well to the artwork, with comments like I didn t know how much I needed Santa Aizawa, topping social media chat threads. No doubt this is some pretty awesome (and welcome) service for
My Hero Academia fans, after a year that has given more than enough reason to stifle the holiday spirit.
NORAD Will Still Track Santa on Christmas Eve Regardless of COVID
It s so important to keep family holiday traditions alive this Christmas as we continue to carefully and safely navigate through the pandemic.
One holiday tradition that will go on this year is the official NORAD tracking of Santa Claus on Christmas Eve according to a report form USA Today. Like everything, the will be some changes and modifications on the annual tracking of the Big Guy as he begins his holiday trek around the globe and South Jersey to deliver gifts to all the good boys and girls.
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