Dear Mrs. Claus,

I think it’s time you confess. Us women know it’s really you behind the Santa Claus thing. You are checking his list twice. You and the elves wrapped the presents beautifully. Let’s face it, no straight man can do that. I know you love your man and want him to have the spotlight. That’s what women do. We build up the ones we love and take a seat in the back to watch the show. I know because I’ve been blessed with a mom that is a secret Mrs. Claus, trading any attention for the betterment of her family.

Now, Mrs. Claus, I know you will not ever really come clean; that’s not your style. Honey, your secret is safe but we know no man can pull all that off in one night- it’s too organized. Also, women don’t want their faces on diet coke cans; they want to drink them without judgement and putting their face on the drink can would mean people would look at them.

Mrs. Claus- you really are classy, the way you stand by your man. Why, I bet Loretta Lynn wrote her famous song about you. You smile and behind the smile, we know you’ve been toiling the entire year. The elves, they help, all right but you missy are the star. Just like Mary-Gabriel came to her first- the angel knew she could handle it. Lord knows I wish I could be more like Mary. I thank God for Mary.

And, Mary on It’s a Wonderful Life– she’s the true heroine of the story not George. She gathered the community; she made sure the kids were okay while poor George was having a mid-life crisis. Don’t get me wrong I love George in that movie but as an adult, I see clearly who was making it all happen.

Now, men if you read this or your wife tells you about it, don’t get offended. We love you and in the end really don’t mind the behind the scenes. We love our families and want what is best for them. Occasionally, we do want to be reminded and appreciated but we are okay with the 2nd fiddle because a happy and healthy family is the greatest gift. Both Mary’s knew that and Mrs. Claus knows that.

So, Santa go showboating tonight. It’s your night. Polish those boots, button up that suit. It’s showtime! Mrs. Claus- pour a glass of champagne. Here’s to you! Prop up those feet, curl up with a good book and wait on your man to return. He gets the credit but we know, Mrs. Claus. We know.

Signed mothers across the ages everywhere.