Few weeks ago Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) arrived in the Netherlands in a boat from Spain. He is children's best friend because he gives gifts. Sinterklaas with his helpers black Petes "Zwarte Pieten" visited in one of the malls here. Annabel and Kevin were very happy to see him. Malls, schools, restaurants etc. are celebrating Sinterklaas. In the school of my kids, they are busy drawing, making things to celebrate the festival. On the evening of December 5, Zwarte Pieten bring gifts to every house through the chimney. If the child is good then he receives gifts if not he will be taken to Spain. So, the children are very nice and obedient this time wishing and hoping that they will receive many gifts from Sinterklaas. This is a long awaited evening, evening of Gifts. Children receive many gifts not just one but sometimes 5-10 gifts. The children are more excited waiting for Sinterklaas than Christmas EVe.
Sinterklaas, the kids are nice, so they ready to welcome yOu.
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