Learning from their friends,
my children also started
hanging their socks near bed,
or keeping their hankies,
under pillows while going to bed
on Christmas eve,
expecting gifts from Santa Claus…
After a few years they realised
that Santa Claus was none
other than their own dad,
who used to bring
chocolates and gifts for them…
Now they have become
Santa Claus for the same dad,
and they have not to pretend
to be Santa Claus
or to wait for Christmas eve…
–Kaushal Kishore
Kaushal Kishore 
The plus side of getting old. Wonderful picture, Kaushal. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
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Very true, Pat! Thank you! Glad you liked the picture! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too 🎉
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The cycle of Life..not even Santa Clause escapes its truth.I love it Kaushal and a great pic of you too!! Happy Holidays!!
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You’re absolutely right, Karima! Thank you! Glad you liked the post and picture. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!
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❤️❤️❤️🌻🌻🌻🥂
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Thanks 😊💐💖
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Thank you, Kaushal, for beautifully putting life’s cycle into words.
I love the picture as I can read the wisdom and kindness in your face.
Joanna
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What a lovely comment, Joanna! I’m glad that you liked the picture and post. Much appreciated!
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You are more than welcome!
Joanna
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Awww awesome piece, dear KK!!! I love your unique perspective and take on the holidays!!! Thank you for always giving us a peek into your brilliant mind 🤍🤗
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I’m so happy that you liked the perspective of the post. I always cherish your wise words. I feel honoured to be a friend of yours. Thanks so much 😊💖
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Aww omg KK, I feel very honored to be a friend of yours 🤗🤗🤗🤍🤍🤍
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Ha ha! All children want such a dad.
Merry Christmas, KK!✨
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You’re right, Lokesh! Thank you 😊
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Such a heartwarming poem. Family bond is the best thing in the world, and it sure needs no special occasion to show affection.
Best of wishes for you and your family.
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You’re absolutely right, Aish! Thanks a lot for your kind words and wishes that I heartily reciprocate!
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Amazing poem, KK. Wonderful .💕
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Thank you, Grace for your kind appreciation 😊💖
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Always a pleasure.💕
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You are looking great KK. Wishing you and all your loved ones blessings year round. Big hugs my kind friend. Merry Christmas 🎁🎄 🎁🌹.
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Thank you, Joni for your kind compliment! Much love to you and Merry Christmas to you too, my friend! 🎄⛄🌹
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It is and has been such a blessing to meet you and get to know you through your beautiful words KK. Hugs and love, Joni 🦋🌹
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It’s mutual, Joni, two friends meeting each other through their writings. Thank you and much love to you 🥰💐
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Nice photo of you, KK. This poem is so heartwarming, as this will be the first year my son has taken over my husband’s duty of playing Santa for our granddaughter.
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Wow! That’s really great for your son. Thank you, Mary for sharing your kind words!
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You are welcome 😊
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Oh wow how lovely. Beautiful thoughts, words, and photos. Looking good KK! :)) Merry Christmas and lots of love to you and your family. 🤗❤️🎄🙏
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Thank you, Lia, for your kind compliments and greetings that I heartily reciprocate. Merry Christmas to you and your family too 🎉🎄💖🙏
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Love the way they follow such a great example. Beautiful words, and fantastic photo, KK! 💞
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Yes, Dawn, they have to step into my shoes, like any other son. Thank you for appreciating words and photo 😊💕
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Amazing! Generous hearts need no occasion. A marvelous sharing, Kaushal.
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So true, Suzette! Thanks for your appreciation!
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A pleasure always, Kaushal 😊
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How beautiful this feels. I indeed sparks joy when we are able to cater to our parents and pamper them especially after realising as an adult what all they did for us. Thank you for sharing ❤️❤️❤️
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*it indeed sparks joy
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You’re absolutely right! This is how life progresses. Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts 😊💖💖
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Beautiful ❤️ and happy merry Christmas
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Thank you, Pratik, and same to you ❤️
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Welcome
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That’s sweet!! 🎅
A great pic sir
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Thank you, Devang, for your kind words ⛄
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Amazing poem, KK
Merry Christmas 😊
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Thank you, Vidah! Merry Christmas to you too 🎉
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Lovely poem, KK!
Merry Christmas! 😀
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Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you too 🎉
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🙏fijne kerst en een prachtig 2023
Aum Shanti
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Bedankt!
Happy New Year 2023!!
Om Shanti 🙏
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what a gift indeed to see your children fill your shoes KK.
Well deserved and GREAT picture of you!! 💞🎄
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I’m glad you liked the post and picture. I appreciate your kind words. Thanks so much 😊💖🎄
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🥰 I’m my honor and pleasure ❣️
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This is so wonderful, Dad’s magic as 🎅.
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Hahaha, yes, very true! Thank you ⛄
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🙏💙🎅
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