Holding to newfound tradition, the crew from the South Whidbey Record is giving readers a peek into our souls with the publishing of our personal Christmas lists. Without further ado, here they are.
Kim Winjum, associate publisher
What do I want for Christmas? I have no idea. I’m a giver, not a taker. All I want to do is give stuff to other people. It’s what I find the most joy in over the holidays.
But, if one must, I’ll never turn down a bottle of my new favorite perfume, Chanel Number 5.
Ben Watanabe, reporter
Dearest Santa Claus,
This past year, I was probably more naughty than nice. Given my afternoon in traffic court this fall, I’m not sure I can justify being on the good list after driving with a broken taillight for months.
Saint Nick, you delivered me quite the gift during another visit to the courthouse when I officially became a brother to a sister through adoption. Having my family grow is a tremendous gift, and one that will continue to be valued through noogies, watching “Frozen,” playing Pokemon, and celebrating her successes and encouraging her through failure.
That said, a lump of coal is to be expected, though a Maserati would be splendid.
Kate Daniel, reporter
For Christmas this year, I’d like my family members to have better health in the year to come.
I’d also like more time to accomplish more things, things like learning a new language and procuring a collection of Victorian-era medical instruments and books of old fables.
Nancy Waddell, proofreader
Enough money to be able to donate to all the good causes on Whidbey Island.
A replacement for the beautiful weeping willow I lost in the recent windstorm.
Rebecca Collins, creative artist
What I wish Santa would bring to me:
An endless supply of squeaker toys, plush toys and chewy toys for my dog.
Fair weather for all my hiking trips.
And a poultry coop that is safe from all predators (my ducks were all claimed by raccoons this year).
Justin Burnett, editor
As for me, I still need a bathroom scale that works. Mine was off by another 5 pounds this year.
