Our society is based on the socialization of accumulative exposure to traditions and beliefs which have existed since our European ancestors. One of the most dangerous of these residual habits is the freedom in which we permit characters of unknown repute to enter our homes for the soul purpose of leaving presents. Who is this Santa character and why are we so willing to let this deviant escape prosecution year after year.
Earlier this week there were several stories of attempted breaking and entering in the Western United States, that resulted in the victims shooting the perpetrators. What double standard are we setting for our children by allowing a stranger to sneak in at night, while we will attack someone who knocks on the front door?
I blame this on the selective use of media filtering during the holiday season. Similar to the way in which advertisers will promote attributes of products during the timeline of a campaign, corporate America is selling us on the idea that Santa is jolly. We send our children to sit in his lap at the malls, but are unaware of any criminal history of Santa Claus. This fleecing of American security comes at what price? What if that jolliness was directly related to consumption abuse, or if his snowy white beard hid a dark side?
As society and people change are we too ignorant to believe that Santa is immune to change as well? It only took a quick search online to reveal the truths that have been ignored by the media and public for too long.
It is our fault for not questioning Santa earlier. Had we collectively prescribed him to a moral code of conduct we could have avoided enabling this destructive behavior.
We love and miss you Santa Claus. The road you are on is one of heartbreak and loneliness. We all want you to get help, and we are all here for you.
P.S. If you could bring a Wii that would be totally sick!
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