Letters to the Christ Child: Christmas post office opens

Christmas Letter Joy in Himmelstadt's Post Office

Advent Sunday in Himmelstadt, Lower Franconia, saw the modest town's only Christmas post office open its doors. By Christmas Eve, volunteers expect to process an astounding 70,000 wish lists penned by hopeful children to the Christ Child or Old Saint Nick. With countless wish lists already in hand before the official opening, the warmth of the holiday season looms large.

Rosemarie Schotte, the volunteer manager of the Christmas post office, couldn't help but note the sun and the winter's first gentle snowfall as it produced a quintessential Advent atmosphere.

Himmelstadt, nestled within the Main-Spessart district, is but a piece of the many holiday post offices scattered throughout Germany. As the sun cast its glow and the gentle snow blanketed the landscape, the town's children ventured forth to share their hearts' desires with the Christ Child.

If a child hopes for a response from the Christ Child, they should address their letter to "Christkindl," admitting to Kirchplatz 3, 97267 Himmelstadt.

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The Himmelstadt post office doesn't simply collect childish wishes and merchandise them off to the heavens, it's a complex process demonstrating the festive spirit and generosity during the season of giving. Let's break down how it all works:

1. Letter Collection: Children write their letters to the Christ Child, often adorned with drawings, stories, and hopes, sending them to Himmelstadt. Letters are typically addressed to "Christkindl."
2. Letter Sorting: The post office staff ensures that all letters have the proper address before preparing them to be received by the Christ Child.
3. Response Preparation: In the heart of the holiday season, the team pens a personalized response to each child's letter, aiming to be magical and encouraging.
4. Delivery of Wishestakes: The letters are then shipped back to the children, likely filled with wonder as they discover their reply along with a little gift from the Christ Child.
5. Community Involvement: The entire process often includes local volunteers, drawing a sense of community involvement and holiday spirit.

The Himmelstadt post office brings merriment and magic to children's holiday seasons through its yearly tradition. As the Christmas ghost breathes new life into the town, the spirit of generosity and kindness abounds.