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Name
Does Santa Claus have any other Names?
Kris Kringle in Germany and many other places which is derived from Christkindle, meaning "Christ child"
Father Christmas is the name he is known by in England.
Pere Noel in France
Papa Noel in many Spanish speaking countries
Sinter Claus in the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam (now New York City)
Dun Che Lao Ren is the name children in China call him, this meansChristmas old man.
Other variations of his name range from Sant Nikolaas to Sante Klaas
The Italian la Befana is a female Santa Clause! She is a similar
figure as is Russia's grandmotherly Babouschka.
Joulupukki Is the name of Father Christmas in Finland
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He may not be with me on this earth, but he is still with me in spirit. I will cherish the memories, and be thankful he was part of my life
April 18-09
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It's time for another smiley story contest!
