Humor Brief

Is Santa Claus a woman? Could he be a she?

Think about it. Christmas is a big, organized, warm, fuzzy, nurturing social deal. How many men could pull it off? Besides that, consider these things...

The majority of men don't even think about selecting gifts until Christmas Eve. Once at the mall, they always seem surprised to find only Ronco products, socket wrench sets, and mood rings left on the shelves.

Another problem for a he-Santa would be transportation. Most men would kill all the reindeer and strap them to the rear bumper of the sleigh amid wide-eyed, desperate claims that buck season had been extended. Blitzen's rack would already be on the way to the taxidermist.

Even if the male Santa did have reindeer, he'd inevitably get lost up there in the snow and clouds and then refuse to stop and ask for directions.

On top of all that, consider that most men don't answer their mail, can't pack a bag, wouldn't be caught dead wearing red velvet, and would refuse to allow their physique to be described as a "bowlful of jelly."

Finally, being responsible for Christmas would require a commitment.


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For the Health of It:  While you might not agree with the above assessment, it does provide food for thought. That's one great benefit of humor – it makes you think. And that's why it can be a great tool for people in education, media, and business, or for anyone who wants to gain attention or communicate a message.


This Jest In:  For theatrical holiday entertainment, consider Mike Randall in "Charles Dickens presents: A Christmas Carol" (charlesdickenslive.com), "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at T.O.Y. (theatreofyouth.org), or "Indian Blood" at Studio Arena (studioarena.org).


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