“Dear Santa,
My name is Nicholas, and I am 6-1/2 months old. My Mimi is writing this letter to you. In 2009, my daddy proposed to my mommy at The Inn at Christmas Place. My daddy was the first one to ever propose to someone at this hotel. My mommy was so surprised, and she cried and cried because you, Santa, helped surprise my mommy. I entered this world in April, 2011. As soon as daddy can save some money he is bringing me to see you. Santa, my parents love you and Christmas. That is why I am named Nicholas Richard – Nicholas for you and Richard for my grandpa. He loves me a lot, Santa. I won’t see you this Christmas season, but I hope to one day – maybe next year. Last November, my daddy took my mom back to The Inn at Christmas Place for their one-year celebration of their anniversary. Thank you for being a part of my mommy and daddy’s getting together. They are happy, and so am I. My Mimi has always loved Christmas, and she lives the spirit of Christmas all year long. She and her friend Shirley come to The Inn all the time. St. Nicholas, thank you for making so many children happy.
Love, Nicholas
in South Carolina”
We don’t have a picture of the real Nicholas, but surely he looks a lot like the happy fellow above. We’re so glad Mimi took the time to share his charming Christmas story with us by writing a letter to Santa and leaving it at The Inn! What a wonderful reminder that Christmas can speak to the child’s heart in each of us.
~Janet @ The Christmas Place
P.S. 53 days to go!
I was there at Christmas Inn at that time.. I was on my balcony at the time and saw a couple sitting by the little pond.. they were talking and suddenly he got down on one knee and proposed to her.What a special moment i witnessed. I always think of that when I look out and see that little pond and that bench. Congratulations on your marriage and congrats on the little one too. My husband and I love Christmas Inn very much we go there yearly. Again congrats.
We’re so delighted that we got to hear the next chapter in their story!
~Janet D.
Oh my! We love the Christmas Inn too! It’s such a special place and you can make memories easily with your family! How about a special treat for this husband and wife? A free night at the Inn? HERE HERE! I vote yes! What do all the other fans think? C’mon Christmas Inn! Put some magic in the air for Christmas!
Wasn’t this proposal when Santa and a Wiseman helped with the surprise in the Lower Lobby? I was there and they said it was the first proposal. It was so sweet.
To Anonymous who posted on November 11, you are exactly correct! I was there as well, and it was my son who proposed to the love of his life. It was a complete surprise for her, and I shall never forget that moment as long as I live. I cannot begin to tell you how pleased we were with the cooperation of the excellent staff and management at the Inn. A special cudos to Dwight because he went above his duties to make this the most memorable moment of their lives. My son had called and asked permission to propose, explaining that he wanted Santa to assist. The Wise Man idea was all Dwight’s. Needless to say, John was surprised when the Wise Man begin to speak!! It was a beautiful moment in time that has become a memory for the ages. I cannot say enough positive things about The Inn at Christmas Place. Mom and Dad cannot wait to bring Nicholas to the magical place where their lives were united forever. Nicholas is a very special baby who will always know the spirit and magic of Christmas.
Martha Butts
“Mimi”
finger food brisbane is cute idea of christmas i like your lovely lovely pic……..