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DaniJude
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by Hofstra26
I understand. Thanks for explaining. I can see both sides of it. I appreciate you sharing.
I'm probably getting Aunt Flo - this is probably why I'm emotional. 
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Hofstra26
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by DaniRella
Posted by Hofstra26
I understand. Thanks for explaining. I can see both sides of it. I appreciate you sharing.
I'm probably getting Aunt Flo - this is probably why I'm emotional.
 Damn Aunt Flo!!
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| Posted 12/3/14 3:23 PM |
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EricaAlt
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
What?! You mean there's no such thing as Santa?!
Kidding! Honestly, I love Christmas time and Santa and I'm Jewish. I would not have a tree, but I love the "magic" of the holiday. I think it's a time of year (even though it should be all year round and I'm also at fault) when giving feels great. Giving to family and kids, charities, people getting together, lights and colors, etc.
My boys know they don't celebrate Christmas and we make the most of our holiday as well, but we say hello to Santa, drive around looking at Xmas lights and go to friend's homes to see their house decorated and to celebrate.
Funny thing, when I was little I used to even somewhat believe if I looked out the window I'd see Santa going to a neighbor's house. I was ok he wasn't coming to mine, but wanted to catch him flying with the reindeer.
Now for Hanukkah we make it magical. 1 gift a night for 8 nights, family celebrations, giving to charities and teaching the boys that they can get toys for other kids.
ETA - I forgot to add that when talking with friends they said they knew at some time as they got older, but for their parent's sake they said they still believe. Jokingly they said if they're kids stop believing then no gifts. LOL
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| Posted 12/3/14 3:40 PM |
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Sixofus
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Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
My 9yo still believes, and so does his 7yo brother. I have no idea if they have heard anything from their friends about it. Maybe at this point they are just choosing to believe because it is a lot more fun than the alternative. It is fine by me. Nobody ever came out and told me there was no Santa. I just sort of figured it out eventually. I was around 10 I think. I also have a 3yo and a 1yo. When the older ones eventually stop believing I think they will enjoy helping to keep the magic alive for their little brothers.
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| Posted 12/3/14 3:52 PM |
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mnmsoinlove
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I found out early I was 6 and I was devastated! My friends older brother showed my friend and I all the presents hidden in their parents closets. I still wanted to believe but when I called my friend after christmas and she had received all the present we saw I knew Santa wasn't real. By 3rd grade I remember some kids making fun of kids who still believed.
I want my girls to believe for as long as they can. I hope no one ruins it for them especially young. If I could get 9 years of them believing I would be happy
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| Posted 12/3/14 3:54 PM |
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DeniseMarie
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
OMG 7 or 8!! Wow, that seems so little. My niece is 10 and I feel like she will start to wonder, if she hasn't found out in school yet. But DD is 6, I can't imagine her finding out in a year or two. She will be so disappointed. 
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| Posted 12/3/14 4:24 PM |
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MrsH2009
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
My 3rd grade class believes. They may doubt, but they would never say it. They are all very excited. When will I tell DS? Never!
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| Posted 12/3/14 4:48 PM |
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cowgirlkate
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I don't remember exactly how I figured it out, but I was in 6th grade. So embarrassing! My mom was worried other kids would make fun of me, but she still didn't break the news. I insisted to everyone he was real. Looking back I can remember my aunt making fun of me for it, I just didn't realize it at the time. I guess I can't say for sure, but looking back I kinda wish she would have sat me down and said listen, I know you love the magic, but I really don't want you to have no friends at school.  I don't know if I would let it go that long with my kids.
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| Posted 12/3/14 4:51 PM |
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ThreeforTea
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Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
This post just reminded me of some drama with my coworker 2 yrs ago over kids believing in Santa. I forgot all the details but basically she called it dumb .. I think I posted something about it 2 years ago
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| Posted 12/3/14 5:17 PM |
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Teach723
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I teach 4th grade and I've been wondering this too. I try very hard to avoid any "Santa" conversations because I don't want anyone making any of my believers doubt anything. The thing they're doubting the most though is that darn Elf on the shelf. Lol. I don't think I'm prepared to start up that tradition.
As for DD I want her to believe as long as she can. When she starts to doubt and get closer to 9 I will probably tell her. I love reliving the magic through her though. I was so upset when I found out for sure. I never felt lied to, but the magic was gone. I appreciate my parents for keeping it alive in me as long as they did!
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| Posted 12/3/14 5:20 PM |
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Mrs213
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Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I always knew Santa wasn't real because he shared the exact same handwriting as my mom. But I never said anything...
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| Posted 12/3/14 6:09 PM |
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mattsgirl1013
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Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I don't know about anyone else, but in my parents' house we don't get presents unless we believe in Santa lol. I'm 29 and my parents still sign all of the gifts "from Santa". And to be honest, I like it that way.
I teach 5th grade and I still have a few that believe. I will say the ones that don't haven't (to my knowledge) said anything about it to the other kids, and that's all I ask for.
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| Posted 12/3/14 6:42 PM |
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Naturalmama
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Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
If they come to me and ask me point blank, "Is Santa real?", I will be 100% honest and say no but I will talk about the magic and love and innocence he represents. But I will never bring that subject up with them first.
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| Posted 12/3/14 6:42 PM |
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BargainMama
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I think some people get joy out of telling their kids there is no Santa. Sounds strange, but seriously, some of the comments I read or hear from people about it make me scratch my head.
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| Posted 12/3/14 9:32 PM |
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BargainMama
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by DeniseMarie
OMG 7 or 8!! Wow, that seems so little. My niece is 10 and I feel like she will start to wonder, if she hasn't found out in school yet. But DD is 6, I can't imagine her finding out in a year or two. She will be so disappointed.
All of the 7 and 8 year olds I know have never said Santa wasn't real, and i know a lot of kids that age. I think there are a lot of killjoys out there telling their kids at a young age.
My son is 15 and still believes. I won't ever tell him otherwise. Albeit, he has special needs, but I don't need him ruining the joy for his 7 year YOUNG sister.
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| Posted 12/3/14 9:34 PM |
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drpepper318
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by DaniRella
My parents never lied to me about Santa.
Santa was that guy - we took pics at the mall, he was part of a symbol of Christmas, like the tree and the decorations. But he's not a real person with a social security number. He's a character just like Tigger or Chip and Dale.
My gifts were always "To: Danielle - Merry Christmas! Love, Mom & Dad"
I knew my father was the one who worked to earn the money to buy me that jacket, or toy, or whatever.
I'm thinking of going about it this way actually... my DS is only 1 and doesn't understand Christmas much less Santa... but I remember being really annoyed with my mom when I found out that Santa wasn't real but she was trying to keep up the charade as were my brothers (I was the youngest by a lot) & also it was a huge let down, Christmas was never the same after that once I realized the truth. I think I might just spare him that by telling him from the get go about it as a symbol or character instead of reality. Not sure yet because I have no experience with this.
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by BargainMama
I think some people get joy out of telling their kids there is no Santa. Sounds strange, but seriously, some of the comments I read or hear from people about it make me scratch my head.
I'm picking up what you're putting down.
My mom (to this day) maintains there's a Santa. She went out of her way when I was a kid to have me believe in the magic.
One year she left foot prints on the carpet (I guess she used flour?) near the chimney. I will never forget finding them!
Anyway. I finally figured it all out but she still says there's a Santa. I think she really meant that there's magic and kindness in us... A youthful spirit.. And to never let that part of you grow up. Adult life is harsh. A little young spirit can't hurt!
I love my mom so much for that. I don't think it scarred me .. I do not feel like I was ever lied to.. (Not saying anyone here does).
You have your entire life for being practical and blah and fact of the matter. Things like belief in Santa can't hurt anyone :)
Im sure I'll be doing the same for my kids.
And with that ..,
I'm off to tell my mom I love her !
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| Posted 12/3/14 9:57 PM |
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BriBri2u
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by EatingMyVeggies
Posted by BargainMama
I think some people get joy out of telling their kids there is no Santa. Sounds strange, but seriously, some of the comments I read or hear from people about it make me scratch my head.
I'm picking up what you're putting down.
My mom (to this day) maintains there's a Santa. She went out of her way when I was a kid to have me believe in the magic.
One year she left foot prints on the carpet (I guess she used flour?) near the chimney. I will never forget finding them!
Anyway. I finally figured it all out but she still says there's a Santa. I think she really meant that there's magic and kindness in us... A youthful spirit.. And to never let that part of you grow up. Adult life is harsh. A little young spirit can't hurt!
I love my mom so much for that. I don't think it scarred me .. I do not feel like I was ever lied to.. (Not saying anyone here does).
You have your entire life for being practical and blah and fact of the matter. Things like belief in Santa can't hurt anyone :)
Im sure I'll be doing the same for my kids.
And with that ..,
I'm off to tell my mom I love her !
Love this!!!!!
I am so doing the footprints this year. My DS is going to love them!
I will never forget the one year I studied the glass of milk that we left out for Santa. I remember seeing the print of 'his' lips on it and just being in complete awe. I want my children to experience that awe.
If you think about it you may only get 4-5 years of them believing. Years 1 & 2 they have no idea about Christmas, year 3 they start to get it. 4-7 are the years that will stay with them.
Also, I don't anyone still upset about finding out their parents lied to them about being SC. It's hardly something that would cause future therapy sessions...
This innocence doesn't last long, I am going to treasure it -even if I have to tell some white lies.
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| Posted 12/3/14 10:19 PM |
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Yes !! Whiskers too ... She left white beard whiskers on an empty glass of milk once
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| Posted 12/3/14 10:31 PM |
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2BadSoSad
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
I dread this day, so far, still a house a believers and I will let it go on for as long as they believe. Either they will figure it out or someone will tell them. I was told on my bus by someone in my grade when I was 7-8ish and I wish I had more time to believe, its so magical.
I watch their faces light up at the end of the Thanksgiving Parade every year when Santa shows up bc "thats the real Santa" and it is SO innocent and magical and wonderful, I tear up every year when I watch them. I would hate to never have had that moment, to see their eyes light up like that.
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| Posted 12/3/14 10:39 PM |
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Hofstra26
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by EatingMyVeggies
Posted by BargainMama
I think some people get joy out of telling their kids there is no Santa. Sounds strange, but seriously, some of the comments I read or hear from people about it make me scratch my head.
I'm picking up what you're putting down.
My mom (to this day) maintains there's a Santa. She went out of her way when I was a kid to have me believe in the magic.
One year she left foot prints on the carpet (I guess she used flour?) near the chimney. I will never forget finding them!
Anyway. I finally figured it all out but she still says there's a Santa. I think she really meant that there's magic and kindness in us... A youthful spirit.. And to never let that part of you grow up. Adult life is harsh. A little young spirit can't hurt!
I love my mom so much for that. I don't think it scarred me .. I do not feel like I was ever lied to.. (Not saying anyone here does).
You have your entire life for being practical and blah and fact of the matter. Things like belief in Santa can't hurt anyone :)
Im sure I'll be doing the same for my kids.
And with that ..,
I'm off to tell my mom I love her !
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| Posted 12/3/14 10:59 PM |
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
My 3yo has already found her presents in our closet. I'm wondering if it's over(Santa magic) before it even started
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MrsH2009
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
We are big Santa people and I believed for a long time growing up (maybe 5th grade), but I did find presents and I did question why less fortunate children couldn't just have everything they wanted. Right now, I am saying that Santa brings all of our gifts, but I was thinking of saying Santa brings some of the gifts, but some are from MOm and Dad, that way I could explain why people don't get everything , and why Mommy hides gifts in the house lol.
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| Posted 12/4/14 6:23 AM |
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BargainMama
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Re: Santa- At what age do you tell DC the truth?
Posted by EatingMyVeggies
Posted by BargainMama
I think some people get joy out of telling their kids there is no Santa. Sounds strange, but seriously, some of the comments I read or hear from people about it make me scratch my head.
I'm picking up what you're putting down.
My mom (to this day) maintains there's a Santa. She went out of her way when I was a kid to have me believe in the magic.
One year she left foot prints on the carpet (I guess she used flour?) near the chimney. I will never forget finding them!
Anyway. I finally figured it all out but she still says there's a Santa. I think she really meant that there's magic and kindness in us... A youthful spirit.. And to never let that part of you grow up. Adult life is harsh. A little young spirit can't hurt!
I love my mom so much for that. I don't think it scarred me .. I do not feel like I was ever lied to.. (Not saying anyone here does).
You have your entire life for being practical and blah and fact of the matter. Things like belief in Santa can't hurt anyone :)
Im sure I'll be doing the same for my kids.
And with that ..,
I'm off to tell my mom I love her !
I wasn't putting down believing in Santa, maybe you read my post wrong, or maybe I'm misunderstanding you. My mom did those things, and I do those things also 
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| Posted 12/4/14 6:54 AM |
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^ bargainmama - I meant that I agreed with your feelings on your first statement. It sounds weird but I know what you mean.
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