Sir,
You know, I don't believe in Santa Claus. My teacher made me write this letter but I know you are not real.
If you are out there, you should have listened. I told you last year I wanted a baseball bat. I did not ask to be beaten up by that man in the house. I did not ask for a broken rib.
If you are really out there, you should come and take my father away now. Mom and I cannot wait for another month. He will kill us before you and your reindeer come.
If you do not come and get him, I will. I will protect my mom. I am small now but one day I will be big and strong. I will be the best fighter in the world.
I do not believe in Santa Claus, God, or fairy tales. I believe in me.
Alexander K.
Columbus, Iowa