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Wanna' Play St. Nick?
Here are some hints that should come in handy if you are planning to play Santa at a party this Christmas.
First, practice the appropriate laugh and make it musical, taking care it doesn't come out in the old "ho. ho" that is just as likely to scare the children away.
You will have to adopt your technique and style to fit the age of your audience. If they are only two or three, you'll have to use the gentle, soft approach. If they're somewhat older, say four or five, you had better prepare yourself for some embarrassing questions. If they are much older than that, you'll have to do a big job of convincing.
NEXT, FIND a good costume. This isn't too difficult since attractive Santa costumes may be rented at a fairly low cost. Make sure the beard fits tight and the pillow doesn't sag. It's best not to play Santa before the child that is likely to recognize you and spoil the whole thing. You might possibly work out an exchange program with a neighbor.
NOW IT'S TIME for your grand entrance. Enter with a loud and clear "Merry Christmas!" You probably won't have to repeat it because the children will be expecting you.
You're now the center of attraction and you'll have to keep a cool head. Know the name of each child; this is a must. You should have a small pre-Christmas gift for each one.
Now comes the hardest part—when they look with trusting eyes into yours and ask you for their heart's greatest desire. Don't promise anything you're not absolutely sure the child will get! If they don't get it, the image will be ruined Christmas morning. A good idea
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is to get a list from the parent of what the child will receive. Even though you are armed with this information, passing this test will make a real Santa of you.
DONT MAKE YOUR VISIT long; children tire quickly and after this experience, you will probably be just as tired.
child might recognize you and you'll have a flock of disillusioned, disappointed children to deal with.
Once you leave, wait until you're out of sight before taking off the disguise. And another thing, don't return to the party. Some bright
The last rule is probably the most important. While you're acting as Santa Claus you must believe that you're Santa Claus. If you think the whole thing is silly, you'd better let someone else do the job.
The rest is up to you. Good luck and be prepared to thoroughly enjoy yourself in one of the most rewarding experiences you can have.
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