by Adriana, age 9 from El Paso, Texas, asks Santa about Fitz and Floyd collectibles, the Rio Grande, and the city’s bicultural heritage.
Dear Santa, my name is Adriana, and I am nine years old. I live in El Paso, Texas, where my abuela says our city sits right on the border, close enough to Mexico that we visit family there all the time.
Dear Adriana, a city connecting two countries so closely makes for one of the most special stops on my entire route, your abuela picked a truly welcoming hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Is there a Fitz and Floyd Santa? My tia collects fancy holiday dishes and has one from that brand.
There certainly is, Adriana, that particular brand has made beautiful holiday figurines and dishware for many years. Your tia has excellent taste in collectibles.
My abuela says El Paso sits right along the Rio Grande, the river that forms the border. Is that true?
It is true, Adriana, the Rio Grande winds right past your city, marking the border between the United States and Mexico. I always follow that winding river to help find my way to your rooftop.
My abuela says our city blends both American and Mexican culture together every day. Is that true?
It is true, Adriana, El Paso beautifully blends American and Mexican traditions, languages, and food into daily life. That kind of everyday connection between two cultures is really something worth celebrating, Christmas and every day after.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Adriana Solis
El Paso, Texas
P.S. Will you bring my tia a new piece for her collection this year?
Already wrapped, Adriana, a growing collection deserves a proper new addition.
