by Journey, age 8 from Phoenix, Arizona, asks Santa about pet photo events, the Sonoran Desert, and being the state capital.
Dear Santa, my name is Journey, and I am eight years old. I live in Phoenix, Arizona, where my mom says it gets so hot in summer that people avoid going outside during the day.
Dear Journey, a city that toasty deserves a very sunny, appreciative flyover, your mom picked a truly warm hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Does PetSmart have Santa photos? My dad wants to take our dog for a picture with you this year.
Many pet stores, including that one, do hold special photo events with a Santa figure for pets during the season, Journey. Ask your dad to check the schedule, a photo with the family dog is always a treat.
My mom says Phoenix sits in the Sonoran Desert. Is that true?
It is true, Journey, the Sonoran Desert stretches around your city, mountains and cactus dotting the landscape. I always enjoy that sunlit, dramatic terrain flying in to visit you.
My mom says Phoenix is the capital of the whole state of Arizona. Is that true?
It is true, Journey, Phoenix serves as Arizona’s capital, an important center of government for the whole state. That kind of steady, important responsibility keeps a city rather busy all year round.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Journey Alvarado
Phoenix, Arizona
P.S. Will you bring a little treat for our dog this year?
Already tucked in, Journey, a good pup always deserves a proper treat.
