In fact, this last child talks so much to Santa, inquiring after his health and the well being of all around him, that he forgets to ask Santa for any presents. These are the ones who feel comfortable with Santa and want to get in cozy with him before they begin their list of toys. Most of the children ask for the traditional cars, trucks, dolls, bikes, skates and games, but some ask for unusual combinations. One boy goes on to say he could use the money to pay off the bills so his parents could buy him more stuff for Christmas. Someone else asks for a Christmas tree, another for a clock, one wants a live pig, and a four-month old baby asks for his two front teeth.
Somebody has to do it.
Many of the children show unselfish natures when they ask for gifts for others. Bring Mommy a pair of britches. He goes on to say he wants to start his own charity to help the poor. Other letters take on a darker tone. He live in Georgia.