Southern Love for Christmas

In a house where empty stockings hang low, Santa and Li'l Elf Jed meet Josh, Eloise, Sue, and Clem. This family has fallen on hard times. Jed tries to bring laughter back to their hearts, but fails. Not to be defeated, he calls upon the Southern hospitality of his friend Annabelle Elf. Her wisdom and charm teach these gloomy folk a lesson in caring that is

more valuable than any gift they could ever receive. Annabelle said, "Please be thankful instead, /And have you a good

Christmastime /And remember it isn't the presents so much/As the feeling of love that's so fine "

Robert Bernardini's second adventure of Santa's Southern-lovin' elf emphasizes the simple, heartfelt meaning of the holiday. The message for children is equally simple, stressing the importance of being rich in family and feeling over the celebration of gifts. Southern Love for Christmas is a follow-up to Bernardini's popular A Southern Time

Christmas . In his travels and school presentations, Bernardini emphasizes the need for stories, lore, and traditions for the South, where there is Christmas without snow.