I am feeling Santa-ed out this morning.  I realize that I can't avoid him during this time of heavy shopping-promotion, but, my oh my am I sick of him!  In our family we don't celebrate Santa Claus (or give gifts on the 25th), which is a decision I am happy and proud about. I completely respect other people's traditions and practices in this regard, and my three kids know very well to not interfere with the excitement of other kids.  But I find it very interesting, in a culture that increasingly excludes religious references at this time of year, to see Santa stuff