I sneaked into my studio for a second to scan this letter. I really wanted to share it with you :) We're going to "mail" it to Santa Claus in a few minutes. Natalie still believes that Santa is real. I sent this letter to Bill at work so he can try to get these presents for her. We already have many special ones but I know that she will be excited if she gets what she wants. Natalie is 100% into reading right now, she's reading more complex books and we're supporting her choices. That makes me so extremely happy. Reading develops an interior world in kids that later on helps them look at life with wiser eyes. And a red dress in childhood is something that every girl will remember years later when she's an adult :)
Happy Holidays!
Elsita :)
That's soooo wonderful Elsita and beautifully illustrated! So glad she's asked for books and not the latest computer games etc!!!! Have a fantastic Xmas, big hugs, xxxx
Posted by: LoisCollins | December 20, 2011 at 11:06 AM
What a beautiful wishlist, one for the collection in her chest of hope.
Happy Holidays Elsita for you and your loved ones
Posted by: elizabeth | December 20, 2011 at 11:40 AM
Oh please take a picture of Natalie in her dress! I'm so impressed at her wishlist - I think you have a future scientist in your midst :)
Posted by: Allison | December 20, 2011 at 12:32 PM
So completely adorably sweet! A charming daughter from a charming loving mother. Bless you.
Posted by: Shelley Noble | December 20, 2011 at 01:17 PM
Dinotopia! Dinotopia!!!
There's a brand new special anniversary edition available right now. James Gurney would probably even sign and Fed Ex it to you. He's really the most lovely man.
http://jamesgurney.com/site/263/dinotopia20
Posted by: PamV | December 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
P.S. Does she have Black Apple's Paper Doll Primer?
It's not on her list but I think she would really love it.
Posted by: PamV | December 20, 2011 at 01:41 PM
Thanks a lot for the link Pam! That looks like a beautiful book! I will show it to Natalie.
Yes, she already has the Black Apple's Paper Doll book. It was a lot of fun!
Posted by: Elsita | December 20, 2011 at 02:45 PM
How sweet. I second the choice of Dinotopia, it's a great book.
Posted by: Janet M | December 20, 2011 at 04:18 PM
So brilliant to know that there are still children who ask for books as presents1 Mine always have, but so few do. Hope you and your family have a lovely christmas :)
Posted by: Judy Edmonds | December 20, 2011 at 04:50 PM
This is so sweet and what wonderful penmanship she has!
Posted by: Geri | December 20, 2011 at 09:10 PM
That is the best list. It's wonderful that Natalie is in to reading. I recommend The Borrowers, which is a lovely read at that age.
Posted by: Kate G. | December 21, 2011 at 09:42 AM
Thanks a lot for this post!
Posted by: freelance academic writing jobs | December 21, 2011 at 10:47 AM
That is so sweet! You are a lucky mama. :)
Posted by: Mary | December 21, 2011 at 12:59 PM
A mystery in Paris!
She should see the film "Amelie" then (Original: Le fabuleux destin du Amelie Poulain)!
Such a lovely film.
Posted by: diana | December 21, 2011 at 01:14 PM
Yes Diana!
Natalie would love Amelie.
That's one of my favorite movies.
Posted by: Elsita | December 21, 2011 at 04:01 PM
Natalie you're such a sweet and brilliant child
Posted by: Philadelphia House | December 22, 2011 at 06:36 AM
wow, i just read this to my husband. her list is so sweet and a breath of fresh air. i hope my son grows to be as thoughtful as your daughter.
merry christmas and happy holidays :)
Posted by: betty jordan wester | December 23, 2011 at 08:51 AM
That is absolutely precious! Thank-You for sharing it with us.
Posted by: Colleen (bcharmer) | December 28, 2011 at 09:03 AM
Simply lovely! thank u!
Posted by: resume | December 30, 2011 at 01:21 AM
I follow your beautiful posts with great enjoyment, this is my first comment.
Natalie's art is as beautiful as her letter. I'm sure that Santa enjoyed it. Did you know that he answers all letters mailed to him
each year at SANTA CLAUS NORTH POLE HOH OHO. You will find more information at www.candapost.ca
I am told that he understands and writes more than 30 languages! I hope that Natalie always keeps and cherishes her lovely belief.
Posted by: Avril Tyrrell | January 04, 2012 at 09:01 AM