Santa Claus has so far not shown up in certain districts and those accustomed to getting gifts from him are becoming anxious.
They are wondering if, like so many others, Santa is affected by the tough times Barbados continues to go through.
One person told Cou Cou that with five shopping days left for Christmas, the two and sometimes three Barrows given is what she has been hoping to get to buy a turkey and ham, with enough left over forat least a flask bottle.
She said the little berry from Santa would make a difference this Christmas.
Asked whether she was naughty or nice this year, as Santa only gave to those who were nice, this retiree let it be known that all one had to do to get on Santa’s list in her district was to be elderly – which she is, have a large family – which she does, and be a talker – which she does a lot of.
The woman explained that Santa needs help every few years, so his handing out goodies at Christmas was just his way of saying thanks – after all, one good turn deserves another.
She said Santa used to bring hampers, but that hit a snag when people starting asking for cash to do their own shopping.
This gentle lady is hoping that Santa comes soon to rescue her Christmas.
$43 000 for curtains
“Yuh lie”, “that can’t be true”, and “say it ain’t so” were some of the comments expressed in disbelief when someone said a certain person has spent about $43 000 on curtains.
At first, those of means who overheard the conversation said the sum was high but not excessive if the person bought exclusive drapes from a brand-name store in the United States or Europe.
These individuals reasoned that given the person’s ability to spend such a sum, they obviously lived in a palatial-type home, and the high cost incurred was due to the several windows for which the drapes were needed.
But the person with the info declared the person did not buy drapes for his house, and the money spent did not come from his pocket.
Rather, the fancy curtains were sourced for the person’s office. So he can now sit behind his big desk, lean back in his executive chair, and adjust his curtains depending on which angle the sun is coming from with a remote.
When those listening to the talk heard who the big-up is who enjoys the comfort of these special curtains, they could not believe their ears, given his recent financial history.
One person best summed up the feelings of those gathered when he mumbled, with a shake of the head: “Success is truly going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.”
