I do not see the harm in believing in Santa and all the fun and magic that comes along with it. But I remember when I was a child waking up and seeing all the toys that santa had brought my brother and I, how special I felt and how greatful I was to this mystery man. But as I think about it now wouldn't it be nice to know that my parents were the ones that gave those gifts to me. They were the ones that made me feel so special. I know as the parent it is fun to see your kids eyes light up to see all the things Santa brought them but I think how wonderful it could feel to see that appreciation in their eyes for you the parent. I think teaching our children to appreciate our own efforts as parents is much more meaningful than some make believe man.

It may be frightening to hear but I remember when it happened to me, I was in Grade 5 and we were helping the Kindergardeners write their letters to Santa. I think by that point I new the truth, but it is way more fun to believe, and I totally agree that if the child still wants to believe, so be it, there is no reason to make them grow up too fast. I do not think that a parent would need to come and have a sit down conversation about it unless your child comes to you. Whos to say you ever have to talk about it. My sister and I are in our late 20's early 30's and we still get stockings, it is all part of the fun of it,