Of all the Founding Fathers, I think that Benjamin Franklin is the most like Santa Clause! Just think about it. Ben was most diplomatic and he just loved people and found a way to get his way in life. He was most industrious, diligent, and hard working.

Ben was perhaps a little bit more rounded than the others, but, alas, he didn’t wear a beard. He was able to mystify his friends with his talents, his knowledge, and his inventions. Ben was also very much in favor of creating happiness and joy at various times of the year, especially at Christmas.

I think that Ben would be thrilled to be asked to sit in for Santa Clause at Christmas time. In those days not quite as much was made about the Clause family.

So when you picture Santa at Christmas, try also to picture Ben as that merry ol’ soul.