How I did it: I was walking in the mall and I noticed this Santa Claus sitting by himself in a chair. It turns out that you can go up and take pictures with him, as well as make wishes and get free hugs. So I said to myself "Why not?" and went up to this stranger and asked for a hug. I got exactly what I asked for and, taking it further, I sat in his lap. I told him that I'm in college and I want great grades, and he told me he will say a prayer for me.

Lessons & tips: If there is one tip I can give, it's to give him a big hug! And take your children with you, they'll laugh at the fact that you too are partaking in the merriment.

Dec 04, 2011, 05:58PM PST | 3 comments | 8 cheers