by Freddie, age 9 from Bath, England, asks Santa about novelty glasses, the River Avon, and Bath’s UNESCO Georgian architecture.
Dear Santa, my name is Freddie, and I am nine years old. I live in Bath, England, where my nan says ancient Romans built baths here that people can still visit today.
Dear Freddie, a city with baths that ancient deserves a very respectful flyover, your nan picked a truly historic hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Can I get Santa glasses? My grandad wears a pair shaped like your spectacles every Christmas morning.
There certainly are novelty glasses shaped like mine out there, Freddie, round frames and all. Your grandad sounds like he has a properly festive sense of style.
My nan says Bath sits along the River Avon. Is that true?
It is true, Freddie, the River Avon winds right through your city, an important part of its long history. I always follow that glimmering path to help find my way to your rooftop.
My nan says Bath’s old buildings are recognized as an important historical site by an international organization. Is that true?
It is true, Freddie, Bath’s Georgian architecture is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, treasured and protected for its beauty. That kind of care for preserving history and beauty is really something worth celebrating.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Freddie Hargreaves
Bath, England
P.S. Will you wear a pair of Santa glasses yourself this year?
Only briefly, Freddie, my regular spectacles have served me quite well so far.
