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The Hilarious Parents of Twitter on the Santa Myth
Throughout the year, we parents stress the importance of honesty to our children. We aim to raise honest little beings, teaching them that truth is the best policy. But then December rolls around, and we flip that idea upside down with the biggest whopper of all: Santa Claus.
There’s nothing inherently wrong with spinning a tale about Santa’s existence; the jolly guy in the red suit is a cherished part of childhood for many families and is widely accepted as a fun tradition as long as the kids are still in on the magic. Alongside this right to embellish the truth come some pretty entertaining moments, as the witty parents of Twitter showcase through these laugh-out-loud tweets about the Santa fib.
1. Santa’s just a bit quirky.
“Oh no, honey, Santa’s a little goofy. Better hand over those rejected candies to Daddy. Let’s make them disappear forever!”
2. Keeping the magic alive.
“Now that’s commitment to a role! But hey, whatever floats your boat.”
3. Drunk on imagination.
“Kids will swallow anything. While you’re at it, tell them you’re Beyoncé. They’ll believe you!”
4. A perennial fib.
“Why reserve this fail-proof story for just one month? Use Santa’s name in the dead of summer! There are zero rules against it.”
5. Serious competition.
“Amazon’s a powerhouse, but if the Santa we tell our kids about were real, he’d be a major competitor.”
6. Speaking of online shopping…
“You need a cover story for the avalanche of Prime boxes in December. Well, if you’re like me, they arrive year-round, so no one asks questions.”
7. Santa’s a real schemer.
“He’s the only one who can pull off such an outrageous act and still be your child’s favorite. Feel free to borrow this tactic for any snacks you want to sneak without taking the heat.”
8. Ouch, that stings!
“We see what you did there. And we’re all in!”
9. Who’s listening?
“Not that cookies and milk aren’t lovely, but pad Thai and pinot grigio? Yes, please!”
10. Time for a makeover.
“Santa’s not playing around, kids. Better get in line.”
This article originally appeared on Dec. 8, 2016.
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Summary:
Parents often find themselves caught in the delightful contradiction of teaching their children about honesty while perpetuating the myth of Santa Claus. This light-hearted article showcases humorous tweets from parents navigating the complexities of this annual tradition, emphasizing the fun and laughter that come with the Santa fib.