Santa and The Tooth Fairy

We had a great Easter weekend. We spent time at home. We went to church. We had an Easter lunch. We did a little yard work (mostly cleaning up junk). We got ready for the Easter Bunny. Only....I don't pretend that the Easter Bunny comes. I never have. My parents never did. It's never been a tradition for me. Maybe I should have thought this through before we started with Santa and the Tooth Fairy because my Olivia, my sweet little 6 year old has figured it out! She's been asking Santa questions since before Christmas. Brad and I talked about it and decided that if she ever just point blank asked us, we would, of course, tell her the truth. So...Saturday night as we were getting ready to pray, she asked about the Tooth Fairy, which led, of course to Santa. I called Brad in for reinforcement. We hemmed and hawed and answered questions with questions until finally she said "Come on guys, tell me the truth!" It was hilarious and sad at the same time. She promises not to ruin the fun for others. So far...so good. But, it's only been a few days! Our main objective has always been that our children know the real reason we celebrate Christmas and Easter. Jesus....our Savior who was born and then died....all for us. And guess what??? She gets it!! We know Caroline will one day, too!