Memories of Christmas

I have many good memories of Christmas from my childhood. Most involve getting gifts, but making a snowman in the front yard was a real favorite thing to do. Also, visiting with relatives on Christmas was a great time as a child. My grandfather used to wear a special vest with lights which was very entertaining for the kids. He also gave everybody the same gift, but that was okay since there were so many kids. I don't remember any Christmas Elves at any of the Christmas parties, but I do remember them from my dreams since they were setting up the gifts under the tree and helping Santa. Most of my memories of Christmas involve snow, which I never see now, living in southern California.