Hmm. I don't think we'll push the Santa thing here. I won't be a killjoy though, and if our kids ask, I think we'll say 'well, what do you think'? But if they REALLY want to know the truth, I'll tell.

My reasoning is, we believe in Jesus, and will share that with our kids - so you see the issue there, telling my kids that God is real and Santa is real...when it comes to the crunch, I want my kids to know I'm a reliable source of information, even if they're 5.

I also think, we'll have enough Christmas traditions, what with Church and our big families - that time of year is packed, so I don't think they'll miss out on too much if Santa only plays a small 'fun' role. Having said that, there will be TROUBLE if they set out to ruin it for anyone else. I've got my mummy scowl on just at the thought of that.


Oh, and our tree often goes up early November too - Rans LOVES our tree.