My name is Doreen Mack and I want to say thank you to all in our community who participated in the Santa Parade and activities at Telegraph Square on Dec. 8, and a special thank you to my family for making this a wonderful event. Mrs. Santa is one of the most rewarding events I have done. The following story is about a young girl who touched my heart. One at a time, I introduce the children to Santa as they tell him what they want for Christmas. Then Ella, a beautiful, fragile 13-year-old, approaches me and tells me she …


