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Annual Christmas story

Olivia gets a furry holiday surprise

Olivia hadn’t felt this happy on Christmas morning in years. Somehow, everything felt perfect, from her mom’s traditional breakfast of French toast casserole and bacon to Sam jumping around, unable to contain his excitement over the pile of gifts waiting for him under the tree. She ...

Magical ornaments hold tales of campers past

Their last day at Camp Secret Santa was filled to the brim with activities. Olivia had finally gotten her chance to help at the Post Office, and it was every bit as magical and amazing as her friends said. After lunch, she’d been able to spend a bit more time with the reindeer and was pleased ...

Olivia rediscovers her Christmas spirit

Sadly, Chewbacca couldn’t return to camp with Olivia and saying goodbye was difficult. But Simon the elf explained to her that her schedule was going to be too busy to watch over him at camp. So she promised Chewbacca she would come visit him once she was back home with her mom. Elaine, ...

Girls get visit from their parents at camp

“I think this floor is as clean as it’s gonna get,” Gia said, leaning against her broom. Chewbacca was sitting patiently by the registers, obediently waiting where Olivia told him to stay so he wouldn’t run through their piles of dirt. “I think you’re right. Why don’t we ...

Olivia finds puppy love at shelter

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part eight of a continuing, fictional holiday tale that is running daily through Christmas. Parents are encouraged to read along with their children. Olivia and Gia were having a great time with the animals. They had already spent an hour feeding and cleaning the ...

Chapter 7: Olivia and Gia pair up for new task

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part seven of a continuing, fictional holiday tale that is running daily through Christmas. Parents are encouraged to read along with their children. Olivia woke up the next morning in a great mood. She didn’t consider herself a morning person and had always been ...