Wednesday, Wednesday, Wednesday, and I hope you’re off to a fabulous start to the day. A friendly reminder that Storytime by Santa is tonight at 7:00 PM, the train is leaving, so the question is simple, are you hopping on or trying to catch up as it rolls out? It’s the little things we do each day that matter most. Say hello to a senior, ask how they’re doing, open a door, carry a bag, share a smile, and let them know they’re seen. And of course, we never forget our veterans, thank you for your service, thank you for your sacrifice. Today’s reminder hits home, “The most wasted of days is one without laughter,” E. E. Cummings. Laughter, stories, hot cocoa, cookies, giggles, and fun, that’s what Storytime is all about. But it doesn’t stop there. Share a smile with someone you don’t know today, it might just warm both of your hearts. Every morning we wake up with a choice, be miserable and grumpy, or happy, cheerful, and positive. Life’s too short not to choose joy. So here’s today’s challenge, help a stranger, open a door, carry a bag, ask how they’re doing, finish a sentence, do something kind just because you can. It won’t cost you a penny, but it will fill your heart. Do it with intention, do it with kindness, and do it knowing you made someone smile. Ho, ho, ho, Santa loves you.

Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, what a day it’s been, late recording, full schedule, and Santa still smiling. It was an incredible day filled with wonderful meetings, exciting conversations, and so much buzz around Storytime that the energy is contagious. Santa Papa John wants to create stories for you, for families, for nursing homes, senior care centers, autistic group homes, and group homes everywhere. Please help spread the word, share this post, pass it along, because the goal is simple, make people smile. With 324 days till Christmas, the countdown never stops, and today’s reminder says it all, the best way to cheer yourself up is to cheer someone else up. Share a smile, a giggle, a laugh, thank a veteran for their service and sacrifice, say hello to a senior, open a door, carry a bag, and let them know they matter. Tuesdays are full of excitement, but they’re also about lifting each other up. Supporting someone’s social media doesn’t cost a thing, share a post, share a website, share their smile. When we help each other, we all grow stronger together. The sun was shining, the day was beautiful, and the possibilities are endless. So let’s have a conversation, how can Santa help you reach the next level, create happiness in your family, or bring joy to your community? Santa loves sharing stories, smiles, giggles, and laughter, and Santa loves you. Ho, ho, ho.

Motivational Monday What is stopping you? Ho, ho, ho, folks, you made it through the weekend, and it’s Monday, Monday, Monday, a brand-new week with lots of good things ahead. As you head out today, if you run into a veteran, say hello, thank them for their service, thank them for their sacrifice, and if you see a senior, open a door, carry a bag, share a smile, because those small acts mean everything. With 325 days till Christmas, the countdown continues, and today’s quote says it best, “The most wasted of days is one without laughter,” E. E. Cummings. Simple, powerful, and so true. We all need more laughter in this goofy world, and that’s exactly why Santa is here. Santa Papa John is a storyteller, reading stories every Wednesday night for free online, and creating custom stories for families, businesses, and communities. These stories don’t have to be about Christmas, elves, or reindeer, they just have to be filled with smiles, giggles, laughter, and positive messages that lift people up. So let’s have a conversation, let’s take your idea and turn it into something special, something that creates connection, encouragement, and joy. There’s a lot happening in the world, but together we can always choose happiness, kindness, and positivity. Share a smile with someone you don’t know today, and remember… Santa loves you. Ho, ho, ho.