[MsRubio]

Santa arrived early in Abingdon today...in a horse drawn carriage.... ...this is a yearly treat for the neighborhood kids....

Michael sat down with Marissa this morning and helped her write a letter...she at first did not want to hand it to Santa and didn't want to leave the front porch ...but Daddy explained that Santa would think he wanted a Barbie if he handed him the letter....

So with lots of encouragement from Mommy and Daddy she agreed to walk outside and hand Santa the letter ... Shortly after she finished the letter Mack ran outside and heard the jingle bells and yelled "Santa is here...he's here!!!!" Mack ran right up to Santa and Marissa turned and started to run back into the house.... ...but with a little hug and kiss and lift from Daddy she agreed and walked out...said hi to Santa...and even posed for a picture.

Two candycanes later and she is all smiles ...very proud of her overcoming her fears....Thanks Santa.

Just wanted to share this happy Christmas story with everyone....hope everyone makes many happy memories this Christmas.