Letter: The holiday spirit is not dead
Due to the actions I observed from one young boy, I was compelled to write that the holiday spirit is not dead.
A young boy attended the Dec. 17 Kamiakin girls’ basketball game dressed in a Santa outfit. When he entered the gym, I commented to the friends next to me how cool that was to see. Little did I know that soon I would be observing this young man’s kindness and generosity.
During the game he made his way through the bleachers targeting other boys and girls, and would stop and pull a toy or treat out of his Santa sack to present to them. I was amazed by what I was seeing and the surprise on the recipients’ faces. I don’t know the reason for the Santa suit or the distribution of gifts; however, this young man should be commended for his actions and spreading of holiday cheer.
In a world where you are always reading about the bad things, it is nice to see that there are still some people who can change that story line.
Anthony Searls, Pasco
This story was originally published December 29, 2016 at 4:36 AM with the headline "Letter: The holiday spirit is not dead."