Magic Fireplace

J had to work all day today.  So we bumped Christmas until tomorrow.  Little One and I were talking about the impending festivities over breakfast this morning. 

Little One: "Today Santa come, Mommy?"
 C: "Yes!"
LO: "Ok!  (goes to the window) Little One wait, here, Santa come."
C: "Oh no, Little One, Santa can only come at night, after we are all asleep."
LO (ponders a minute.  Furrows Her brow.  Shakes Her little curls anxiously): "Oh no, Mommy.  Santa no can come Mommy!  Front door LOCK!"

I explained that Santa comes through the fireplace, so it would be ok if the door is locked.
At first, this caused a lot of concern on Little One's part.  She hid behind the chair and eyed the fireplace suspiciously.  Waiting for strange men to pop through, I suppose.
Once I explained that Santa is special, and only Santa can come through the fireplace, She said "Oooooh! Yeah! O-k Mommy!" and we had everything sorted out. 

I have to admit.  When looking at things fresh, through Little One's eyes, this Santa business is a bit peculiar.  I think She'll forgive it though, when She comes down the stairs in the morning.