Dear Santa - by Zaphod

Dear Santa,

My name is Zaphod and I am probably about 12 years old. I have lived with my people for more than 11 years and I try so hard to be the best boy. 

I love my people a lot. I love my neighbours. I love my extended family. I love almost everyone. I do a good job at doing most of my business outside. If I do wander away, I am not lost, I am just visiting next door. You see, I am a very good neighbour.  I usually take my pills that make me less itchy well, and only occasionally spit them out. I am getting less sick in the car when I have to go to the vet for my miracle pain shot. I am a very good boy there. I will let Lady brush me way longer than Lee does, but I admit I do get bored sometimes. 

It is hard to know what to want this year Santa. I am an old Man. I can't play fetch they way I did. I can't run like I did. I am living our my golden years as best as I can.

I think this year I would like:

More time - time with my people and my neighbours, time in the bush, time at the lake. This may not be something you can grant me Santa, but I am hoping your magic can help with this.

Lady to turn the closet light on less when I am in there sleeping. 

Meat, lots of meat. I love meat, especially pork and duck and beef.

Most importantly, I would like you to help people and animals in need. The world is hard right now and everyone could use all the help and love you could give.

Thank you Santa.

Love the most handsomest boy, Zaphod (who tolerates a lot from his Lady)