Dear Santa...are you infertile, too?

Dear Santa and Mrs. Claus, For some reason this year it occurred to me that we never hear of you and Mrs. Claus having any children.  You do a lot for children and you give a loving home to all the elves but never a mention of little ones inside your home.  And I started to think, maybe Santa and Mrs. Claus are infertile like me?  Maybe you and Mrs. Claus couldn't have children or lost a child and became so distraught that you moved to the North Pole to get away from all the fertile people in the world?  I could totally understand that.  And maybe you met all the elves that needed loving homes and Mrs. Claus instinctly took them in and mothered them and you gave them new purpose in life?  An infertile couple would totally do that.  And maybe you still saw this hole in your wife's heart that you wanted to so desperately fill that you created this elaborate scheme to become the most beloved figure to children all over the world, even if for just one night only?  A devoted husband would do that for the woman he loves. Well, Santa, I really don't expect you to answer this letter.  And I sincerely hope I didn't upset you or your wife.  Just know this - you have brought a lot of joy and hope to children all over the world and you (and baby Jesus) remind people to be kind and gentle to each other at least once a year.  Thanks for all you, Mrs. Claus and the elves do up there all year long to make one night special for us here.  Love, Me P.S.  And thanks for all the cool things you've left me in my stockings over the years - I think the My Little Ponies were my all time favorite.

Comments

[Nicole]

What a lovely perspective on Santa. I have been reading your blog for a few weeks and it's helped me tremendously during this difficult holiday season. It's been 2 years since we started trying for a child, first without help, then with Clomid, then with IUI and now we're moving onto IVF. It's wonderful to hear people who truly understand what I am feeling. Happy Holidays to you and yours, and thanks for being a wonderful source of support.

[lily]

it would make so much sense! i have never thought about mr and mrs claus not having children.

i wish you the best of luck in your journey

ICLW hugs!

[infertilemind]

Wow, Nicole, I'm a little speechless and even teary eyed. I'm so happy that my rantings have someone how touched a woman who needed it. Trust me, I need you, too. We all need each other to lean on and even hold each other up to keep going on this journey. I hope you find some small joy in this holiday season and renewed hope for the new year. I know you've just given me some. :)

[Half of a Duo, Raising a Duo]

I loved thisl I secretly think he was driven to give kids toys because he and Mrs. Claus were infertile and they really felt strongly about giving parents not only a good excuse to curb kids' crazy behavior but to give back b/c they were in pain for not having kids. Elves were a small comfort.

[Carrie]

Love this!!! Thanks for reminding us to laugh during this "hell" that infertility is. ~ICLW

[Courtney]

I loved this! I never thought about Santa and Mrs. Claus that way, but now I always will. :) Thanks for giving me laugh during the rather sucky time of the infertile hell of the holidays. :)

[Megan]

I never thought of that, but the second I read the title I thought, "Aha! She may have something here!" I think they just may be...

[Lut C.]

Popping in from the crème de la crème list.

This is a lovely post, I enjoyed reading it. And good point too.

[NotTheMama]

Here from Creme, wiping away a tear or two. Beautiful post!

[Cheryl]

Such a creative way to look at Mr & Mrs Claus! Thank you!