Sunday, December 03, 2006

Christmas Santa Claus and Reindeer

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The American version of St. Nicholas, or Santa Claus originally came from the Dutch version called Sint Klaas. The Dutch settlers in New Amsterdam (New York) brought this fun and lively tradition (some even say cult) to America. Santa Claus Facts, Origin and fun Tidbits

"The Night Before Christmas."

He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot;

A bundle of toys he had flung on his back, And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack. Saint Nicholas and the Origin of Santa Claus

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