Dear Diary:
When my grandson was 4 years old he was terrified of Santa Claus. As the Christmas holiday approached he became more and more worried. Finally my daughter suggested that they e-mail Santa and tell him how he felt.
So he dictated the following letter:
Dear Santa,
Don't stop at my apartment. Leave my presents with the doorman.
From Jackson
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