So long, Santa

Sorry, my ruddy-cheeked friend, it's that time again. You, and the lights and the baubles - yes, even the fairy - well, it's time for you all to go back in the attic again.

Yes, I know; it doesn't seem like five minutes since one of the boys was dangling you from this branch. As you say, time flies. But look at it this way - it won't seem so long until I come to get you back out of the attic.

Don't look so sad now. Yes, I know it'll be dark and cold up there, but I'll wrap you up in plenty of tinsel, and close the box up tight so the spiders can't get in, OK?

What? You think I enjoy doing this? You couldn't be more wrong, Santa. You really couldn't.