M.A. Andrews
Sunday, December 19, 2010 10:13 am

At Santa's House, Ella Duncan, gave Santa her wish list.

   The Christmas City of Lights, Forest City, continues to get better every year. This magnificent event continues to grow and offers more and more at Christmastime.

   This year the crowded streets were pleasantly surprised as characters from Charles Dickens Christmas Carol popped up everywhere. Gentlemen and ladies, all in period dress, met you and even the Ghost of Jacob Marley brought smiles and scares to everyone. Frosty the Snowman mingled with the crowd much to the pleasure of the children. At Santa's House, parents and grandparents patiently waited in line so their children could visit with Santa. Outside and down in front of Santa house, animals spoke and broke the silence of the evening with their cries. Then there were pony rides for good little boys and girls. For the first time there were many stores and eateries open to accommodate the spirited crowd.

   Somehow, Forest City offers each of us the unique feeling of returning to our childhood. Somehow, once again, we believe! The blessings of Christmas are ours for the asking. Join us as we celebrate a very special birthday and may we soon have, "Peace On Earth!"

   Just as Tiny Tim said: "God Bless Us - Everyone!"