The Making of Santa Claus Through History
This account traces Santa Claus origins from St. Nicholas and pre Christian yule figures to modern depictions. It highlights legends of generosity, Dutch influence, and the mid 19th century poem The Visit of St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore, aided by Thomas Nast illustrations, shaping today’s red suited Santa.
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Santa Claus
St. Nicholas
Myra
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Clement Clarke Moore
Santa
Moore
Washington Irving
Clement
Thomas Nast
Nast
Holiday blues amid festive pressures advice from NM State Univ expert
Sue Bodkin from New Mexico State University urges awareness and action to combat holiday depression. She notes single parents and those lacking a traditional family image may feel left out, and recommends accepting the season, planning positive actions, sharing time with others, borrowing a child for a day, homemade gifts, and focusing less on spending to ease sadness.
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New Mexico State Univeristy
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