The Belt of Santa Claus by Denver Ejem Torres

Mama told me Papa needed a new belt. My frail body was too tough like a slipper it broke his belt from our last session. The next day I sneaked to check the shopping bag he brought home. And I thanked God that the lady down at the Department Store did not sell Papa the belt of Santa Claus.

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