“I don’t believe in Santa Claus,” Clara said. “Of course not, Sweetie.” I sat down next to her on the couch and put an arm around her shoulder while we looked at the Christmas tree. “I mean, it’s just a silly thing for little kids to pretend, right?” “Of course it is,” I smiled down at the her. We sat together, quietly for a minute or two, admiring the tree, and the sounds of Christmas Eve. Somewhere upstairs a little boy tumbled over in a fit of giggles. Mother banged some pans in the kitchen and hummed along with a Christmas carols on the radio. Finally the little girl spoke again. “Dad?” she asked softly. “Will Santa still bring someone presents even if they…