A December Night.

Today is December 24th, there is snow fall here in my home town, it makes December much more special. The month has 31 days. Its the last month of the year, moreover I was born on a December night. Even when I am ninety I wish I could live for another ninety more.

If I was granted to possess a thing from the Earth, then......................

I, an eight year old, looked at the sky, a process I enjoy doing. The stars are all sparkling, they are watching me. Some stay in groups, some are staying alone still I admire their beauty irrespective of the colour and status. The cool breeze whistle past my face, my body and mind freezes. The distant hut is more elegant with the star lit in the front of it. Even though the star is small and simple it is cute, one will take time to find the same beauty in the last night. The shrub near the house has been well decorated. Small dolls are kept inside the small manger. Stars are shining and the night goes on.

I heard the sound of a bell, who could be making such a noise in the late night. I turned around and there was no one. I realized that the sound was nearing; my brain told me to look up.

A big fellow dressed in red .................. that should be Santa, I howled "Santa Claus!!!!!", he smiled back and dropped me a packet, His reindeers accelerated, sound of the ringing bell vanished and so did Santa.

I was speechless; I couldn't believe what has happened, who would believe me?

The gift was packed well, I was eager to open it, but I hesitated.

"Let this remain unopened ", so that I will be able to recollect the whole wonderful night.

Even though my grand children have pleaded me to open it, I haven't.

If I was granted to possess a thing from the Earth, when I die,it would be that little gift, the gift from the Heavens.