Too funny, bright sparks! I do think my daughter is the same way as yours...although, I do see a little in her face of true belief. I just hate to have it lost, and like your friends told you, I guess I feel the same way, I will NEVER outright say no there isn't, I will continue with my "I couldnt afford to do what he does" as long as possible. I questioned things starting maybe 10 ish, and held on for another 3 years or so....that feeling of hope is just so child like and makes the season so much more magical, I can't bring myself to any other option. my son? i guess he is much more of a dreamer than his reccently turned "realist" 11 year old sis. He just wrote a letter to the tooth fairy last night asking for bubble gum! I love it!!!!!