by Kingston, age 8 from Denver, Colorado, asks Santa about the classic poem, being the Mile High City, and Colorado’s national parks.
Dear Santa, my name is Kingston, and I am eight years old. I live in Denver, Colorado, where my mom says our whole city sits exactly one mile above sea level, which is why people call it the Mile High City.
Dear Kingston, an entire city sitting exactly one mile up is a rather precise bit of trivia, your mom picked a truly elevated hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Is Santa in ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas? My dad reads that poem to me every single Christmas Eve.
I certainly am, Kingston, that famous old poem describes my visit down the chimney and my sleigh full of toys in wonderful detail. Your dad’s yearly reading sounds like a truly lovely family tradition.
My mom says Denver is exactly one mile above sea level. Is that true?
It is true, Kingston, Denver sits at precisely 5,280 feet above sea level, earning that fitting nickname. I always give the sleigh a little extra lift before landing at that particular altitude.
My mom says Colorado has some of the most beautiful national parks and mountains in the whole country. Is that true?
It is true, Kingston, Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and national parks are treasured by people from all over, offering some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery. That kind of natural beauty is worth protecting and appreciating, Christmas and every day after.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Kingston Vance
Denver, Colorado
P.S. Will you wave up at us if you fly extra close this year?
I will do my very best, Kingston, Denver’s altitude makes for an easy hello.
