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Twas 7 days before Christmas, and at The Cassville Democrat, Busy hands were a’typing requests for iPhones and snacks.
Each year we ask second- graders their wishes from Santa, And while most requests are common, some make us say, my lanta!
There are more than 250 printed for Kringle this year, And we hope they bring parents and and the jolly ole elf cheer.
Children ares not bashful when asking for what they like, Some popular choices are tablets, nice clothing and bikes.
Among the young gals, make-up kits frequent the lists, And for the fellas, Nintendos and soccer balls surely can’t be missed.
Some can get ambitious with their Christmastime asks, One kiddo last year requested $5 decillion in cash!
Baribie dolls and basketballs would also be big scores.
Some kids say, “Pleas bring me this. I did all my chores.”
Another popular request is for the Xbox Series X, Though some prefer Playstations, which may perform best.
Many wish for new tech, phones, tablets and more, But we hope parents relieve Santa and buy those at the store.
Not all families can afford to gift such costly, gaudy gadgets, So please consider the “from” and keep equal Santa’s magic.
Puppies and kittens are perennial gifts in demand, But Santa delivering pets may cost parents a few grand.
Most children claim to be good, and others admit to a bit of naughty.
Fortunately for them, Santa looks over any haughty Some children ask for gifts for family or friends, Others are just happy for anything Saint Nick sends.
Almost all kids this age are full of intense, burning questions, Like, how do you deliver the world’s gifts, and all in one session?
How do you make your toys? Is Rudolph real? Can he fly?
How can you eat all those cookies, and how are your elves getting by?
Many children were thankful for Santa sending their home an elf, Though some have questioned the magic that sits upon the shelf.
The letters are quite fun for us to read and transcribe, Though some give us heavy hearts when we have to describe.
A few written requests indicate difficult or challenging times.
Without fail they come in every year, an unfortunate paradigm.
Can you bring back my mom, or make sure my dad is happy?
My doggo is lost or has died, so can you bring a new one, and snappy?
We at the Democrat hope all the second- graders’ wishes will come true But we concede some requests are much harder than others to push through.
We hope you take some time to read the letters from our kids, And we hope Santa drops by with great gifts when they shut their eyelids.
A grand notion of Christmas is the spirit of giving, And we hope your holidays are rewarding and fulfilling.
As the 25th fast approaches, an exciting morning is in sight, So Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.
Kyle Troutman has served as editor of the Cassville Democrat since 2014 and owner/publisher since 2023. He was named William E. James/Missouri Outstanding Young Journalist for daily newspapers in 2017, and he is a two-time ISWNE Golden Dozen award winner. He may be reached at 417-847 2610 or ktroutman@cassville- democrat.com.
“Children ares not bashful when asking for what they like, Some popular choices are tablets, nice clothing and bikes. Among the young gals, make-up kits frequent the lists, And for the fellas, Nintendos and soccer balls surely can’t be missed.”
