🌟 A First Christmas Wish — The Beginning of a Legacy
Two years ago, we were asked to help make an announcement to family visiting from out of the country the day after Christmas:a baby was on the way. We smiled, celebrated, and quietly looked forward to the day when we could welcome that child into the Christmas season. The following year, we were there for […]
🎄 A Last Christmas Wish and the Legacy We Carry
My first Christmas without my mom was… tender. And hard. She had gifted me the Christmas treetop angel I still use today. I have ornaments that she once told me were from the first Christmas she and my dad spent together. So when I unpack the decorations, I don’t just pull out lights and glitter—I […]
How a Purse (and a Set of Lights) Made Christmas Magic
It didn’t start with a book.Or an app.Or even a plan. It started with a purse—a round one that looked like a clock. I carried it for a year so we could keep up with the time during home visits. I’d tell anyone who commented on it that at the North Pole, we have no […]
🎨 Coloring Outside the Season
A Simple Way to Spark Christmas Magic All Year Long Even though I’ve been out of school for over 40 years, when the school supplies arrive in stores, I’m like a kid again. I find myself wandering the aisles, picking up packages of crayons, remembering the joy of a fresh box and a blank page. […]
Mrs. Claus’s Daily Spark: Finding Christmas Magic Everyday
What started as a simple idea—a warm note and a cup of coffee—has grown into something magical. Long before I became Mrs. Claus, during my self-development journey, I dipped my toe into the world of mindset. One of the practices I adopted was beginning my mornings with intention. Alongside my coffee, I started meditating, journaling, […]
Making Christmas Magic in July (and All Year Long)
What if Christmas Magic wasn’t tied to a date on the calendar?What if it were something you could create anytime—with just a smile? That’s exactly what Santa John and I have been sharing this month during our Christmas in July storytimes. When we step into a library, classroom, or family event, we’re not just reading […]
10 Ways to Keep Christmas Magic Alive All Year Long
For me, the saddest day of the year is when all the Christmas decorations are packed away until next Thanksgiving. But what if the magic of Christmas could last all year long? At The Santa Legacy, we believe that Christmas Magic isn’t just for December; it’s for every day! From creating “Christmas Magic Moments” to celebrating “Little Holidays,” there are countless ways to keep that spark glowing. Join us as we explore ten heart-filled ideas to infuse your everyday life with the joy, kindness, and wonder of the holiday season. Let’s keep the spirit alive together!