Did you know that it is the 100 year anniversary of the Letters to Santa program started by the US Postal Service?

This program helps Santa’s elves respond to the voluminous letters written to Santa every year.  These letters don’t always ask for toys or frivolous items.  Letters to Santa often ask for things that many of us take for granted.  This program and its volunteers work hard to help make Christmas wishes come true. Learn more about the program here on the US Postal Service website.  You can also check out this cute video about the program –  video link.

To commemorate this important program’s anniversary, this year’s Christmas stamps depict Santa in his sleigh in a scene that encompasses 4 stamps.  This whimsical scene was also fashioned into an adorable Christmas ornament.  The ornament is 3D metal with 24k gold detailing.  And it’s Made in the USA! (How often do you find ornaments made right here in the USA?)

I didn’t even know about these ornaments until I was standing in line at the Post Office several days ago, but when I saw the ornament I had to have one.  It adds whimsy, sparkle, and the magic of Santa to the tree.  You can get the ornaments at your local Post Office or order one online.

The Letters to Santa commemorative 100th anniversary ornament from the US Postal Service.

No, the Post Office didn’t pay me to advertise their ornament.  I just love this ornament and wanted to share in case someone else is an ornament collector.  Even though I’m not a kid, I still love the idea of Santa Claus and the magic, mystery, and spirit of giving that the legend of Santa Claus brings to the Christmas season.