Santa Does NOT Love Change: But He Is Trying!
Oh dear, my darling readers, I find myself in quite a pickle! Bless Santa’s heart; he’s become a bit of a curmudgeon lately. Now, before you worry, I must clarify that he is not by nature grumpy. No, indeed! He has too many blessings to count and joy in his heart. But lately, our dear friend Herman, the ever-enthusiastic elf, has been on a mission to computerize everything in our workshop, and, well, let’s just say the results have been… less than jolly.
The Modernization of the North Pole Workshop
Herman is a fine elf—hardworking, clever, and overall an enjoyable chap—but oh my, he has a particular “flaw” that keeps surfacing. You see, Herman believes in the power of innovation. If there’s a perceived better way of doing things, he’s all in! There’s an old saying, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” but Herman has the heart of an innovator and a mind full of ideas. I suppose that can be commendable, but dear me, it’s also a source of endless distress for Santa!
You may recall my earlier blog post where Herman convinced Santa to use a tablet for his famous naughty and nice list. Let me take you back to that fateful year, about nine or ten years ago. Santa, bless him, had resisted Herman’s endless suggestions for quite a while. Finally, feeling guilty for denying Herman’s persistent nudges, Santa decided to give it a whirl. After all, who could argue with progress?
The Tablet Debacle
Oh, my darlings, I can still feel the chill of dread that settled over the North Pole that winter! That year, Santa transformed into a different man—one more cranky than I had ever seen. The poor dear was so overwhelmed, so flustered, that I thought we might need to send him to the “Elf Spa” for a good old-fashioned relaxation session! I still shudder at the memory of him accidentally deleting the entire naughty and nice list. The panic was palpable! Thank goodness for Theodore, our tech-savvy elf, who had the foresight to back everything up on an SD card. What a relief it was to discover that after a weekend filled with worry!
Herman’s Relentless Pursuit of Progress
Fast forward to the present, and I must tell you that many sunsets have set since that chaotic year, yet Herman, dear sweet Herman, continues to push his agenda. From top to bottom, he aims to computerize the workshop. I fear he’s transformed our once serene space into a bustling hub of chaos, where Santa is becoming increasingly disgruntled. It’s not that Santa dislikes technology entirely; he enjoys playing with his cell phone, snapping photos of our world here, and sending the occasional text. But the thought of a fully computerized workshops? Well, that’s another story altogether!
To give it a sincere try, Santa decided to enroll in an online computer course. The irony! My sweet Santa, the man who’s been delivering gifts worldwide for centuries, now sitting in front of my computer screen at home, trying to figure out how to use the very device that sometimes eludes him like a mischievous elf. I must admit, it hasn’t been going well. Imagine a jolly old fellow like Santa, who knows the ins and outs of every toy in the workshop, struggling with the basics of technology! It’s like watching a reindeer trying to play the piano!
Santa’s Great Computer Catastrophe
One fateful afternoon, Santa decided to tackle a lesson that promised to teach him the wonders of “file management.” Please don’t get me wrong; I appreciate a well-organized computer, but there’s something about Santa clicking away that seems to sets off a chain of calamities. This time he was merrily clicking and clacking, muttering to himself about how easy this was going to be when suddenly—POOF! My computer screen went blank, and before I knew it, my entire setup was as fresh as if it had just come from the store!
Oh dear! I was horrified. I had just been working on my holiday recipes for the blog, and all of my cherished notes vanished in an instant! Santa’s face turned a lovely shade of red—bless his heart, he felt horrible! He was so mad at himself and frustrated with Herman’s incessant hounding to computerize the toy shop. “Why can’t we just leave the shop as it is?” he grumbled, glancing at me with a look that said he wished he could turn back time.
The Calming Influence of Santa’s Dogs: Jingles and Bell
As the situation grew more comical, I found myself trying to comfort my dear Santa while also trying not to chuckle at his antics. “Perhaps a walk with Jingles and Bell would do you some good, dear,” I suggested, my tone lighthearted. Our two St. Bernards, Jingles and Bell, had a way of soothing frazzled nerves with their gentle nature and comforting presence. Since the beginning of Santa’s computer course, I have never seen Santa walk so many times in his life!
Yet even the soothing walks with “The Saints”, haven’t been able to sooth Santa’. One day, I found him in his chair in front of the computer, a dog on each side, shaking his head as he stared at the screen in disbelief. “It’s just so… confounding!” he exclaimed, his frustration bubbling over. “I mean, how hard can it be to organize a few files? I manage the entire world’s gifts! But here I am, struggling to remember how to unfreeze a screen!”
Santa’s Nightmares of Technology
As the days wore on, I noticed that Santa’s evenings were becoming increasingly exhausting. He would fall into bed, completely wiped out, not saying a word but simply pulling the blanket over his head. My heart ached for him, knowing he was struggling. One night, however, I was awoken by the sound of him speaking in his sleep. “File extension… no, no, not that… reboot… reboot!” he mumbled, stirring beside me.
“Oh, dear!” I thought, stifling a laugh. “He’s dreaming about computer jargon!” I imagined his dream: him standing before a massive screen, waving his arms and shouting “CTRL + ALT + DEL!” as if it were the magic incantation to solve all his problems.
Theodore to the Rescue
After the dust settled and the air became less filled with the scent of panic, Theodore, our tech-savvy hero, came to the rescue! He set about fixing my computer, his nimble fingers dancing across the keyboard like an elf on a mission. Once he had restored everything back to its proper order, he announced, “Well, Santa, it seems you’ve completely reset Mrs. Claus’s computer. But look! I have an extra computer at home that I don’t use. You can practice on that one!”
A New Beginning for Santa
And so, my dears, we now have a new plan in place and Santa will continue his online journey! Who knows? Perhaps with a little more practice and patience, he’ll master the art of modern technology and regain his jolly spirit. He may even enjoy it.
Through all the ups and downs, I remind myself that life is a series of lessons, some more humorous than others. As I look at Santa, still scratching his head at the computer screen, with Jingles and Bell nestled at his feet, I am filled with hope. Together, we’ll navigate these technological waters, one click at a time. I love life with Santa!
With love and laughter,
Mrs. Claus 🎄❤️