by Tereza, age 8 from Brno, Czech Republic, asks Santa about wooden carvings, being the second largest Czech city, and Spilberk Castle.
Dear Santa, my name is Tereza, and I am eight years old. I live in Brno, Czech Republic, where my babicka says an old castle sits watch over our whole city from a hill.
Dear Tereza, a castle keeping watch is exactly the kind of landmark I look for flying in, your babicka picked a truly fitting hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Is there a wooden Santa? My dedecek carves little wooden figures and wants to try making one of you next.
There certainly are wooden versions of me out there, Tereza, carved by skilled hands just like your dedecek’s. I would be honored to be his next creation, splinters and all.
My babicka says Brno is the second largest city in the whole Czech Republic. Is that true?
It is true, Tereza, Brno ranks as the country’s second largest city, full of history and charm. I always enjoy that lively skyline on my way to your rooftop.
My babicka says Spilberk Castle used to be a fortress protecting the whole city. Is that true?
It is true, Tereza, Spilberk Castle has watched over Brno for centuries, once serving as an important fortress. That kind of steady protection, standing guard through the years, is really something worth admiring.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Tereza Novakova
Brno, Czech Republic
P.S. Will you send my dedecek a photo when his carving is finished?
I would love nothing more, Tereza, good craftsmanship deserves proper admiration.
