Cary celebrates Christmas in the strangest ways

22 Dec

When I want to get into the Christmas spirit, there are certain no-fail traditions I can fall back on. Watching “It’s A Wonderful Life” or “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.” Decorating the Christmas tree. Sipping yummy Egg Nog. Tuning to the All-Christmas music radio station. Watching the kids line up at the mall for their chance to whisper their wishes to Santa.

But there’s something happening at Crossroads Plaza in Cary that seems more dangerous than festive: Riding in a horse-pulled buggy with Santa Claus. Traffic at Crossroads is crazy this time of year. I don’t see how having a horse clopping up and down the parking lot hauling small children is a good idea.

When you’re a kid, it’s probably pretty cool to ride around with Santa for a few minutes. But is this really the best venue?

3 Responses to “Cary celebrates Christmas in the strangest ways”

  1. Jo December 22, 2008 at 12:28 pm #

    That is a little crazy. Poor horse!

  2. mbalbo December 22, 2008 at 12:52 pm #

    they do the same thing at Brier Creek

  3. ilinap January 11, 2009 at 7:52 pm #

    This was a laughable, ridiculous idea. Typical for ubiquitous strip mall Raleigh/Cary! I would never subject my children to this level of Santa disappointment.

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