Santa is pretty well poised to teach us a thing or two about shining, don't you think? Take a look at this clipping I received in a Christmas card eleven years ago.  Maybe you will consider reproducing it and sharing it with some of your friends.

"Why does the world love Santa Claus?  Lets' take the old chap apart and see what makes him tick.

• First of all he is a joyous individual.  People are attracted to the joyous individual as steel filings are attracted to a magnet.

• Next, he is interested in making others happy.  He increases the happiness-moments in the life of everyone he meets.

• He loves his work.  He gets fun out of his job.  He is a dynamo of enthusiasm.

• He is childlike.  Though he can do miraculous things, like visiting every home in the world in one night, he is humble about it.  He does no boasting.  He is simple and sincere.

• He has faith.  He believes in people.  He has looked into their souls with an X-ray mind and found much to admire.  He has a kind and forgiving nature.

• He is eternally youthful.  He keeps with the times.

• Finally, he is a giver.  His philosophy is to give himself away in service.  He is the friend of everyone.  He lives an overflow life.

Santa Claus has built up the greatest business in the world by following his philosophy.  Perhaps we could attain greater happiness and success if we emulated him a little more."   - Abridged from Jacqua Way

Which of the reasons listed above are most responsible for Santa shining?  Visit us in the Community Forum labeled, Today's Post and tell us what you think.  Or, create a new reason and share that in the community forum.  Either way, your name will be entered in a drawing for a vintage Santa pin - a Santa pin with a shiny nose!

Shining off until tomorrow...