Write a Christmas story set in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, inspired by “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and incorporating elements from King Obstinate’s song “How Will Santa Get Here?”
Setting: St. Croix, highlighting its tropical beauty and cultural atmosphere.
Characters: Introduce characters like Miguel, Maria, Old Man Johnson, and Pedro the donkey.
Plot: Include the question of how Santa will arrive in St. Croix without his reindeer, drawing from the humorous lyrics of King Obstinate’s song.
Lyric Incorporation: Integrate elements from “How Will Santa Get Here?” such as Promise from mama- promise from papa that come Christmas there’d be many gift from Santa. Ho ho ho, ho ho ho. How will Santa get here? There is no reindeer in my countryHe have to borrow me neighbor donkey Ho ho ho, ho ho ho, How will Santa Get Here? Ho ho ho, ho ho ho, How will Santa Get Here? The yard has no snow-the house has no chimney so how will Santa really get to me? If his house is so far- far from St. John hows he going to get across all that water? Me mama wouldn’t lie-me papa wouldn’t lie as you close your eyes Santa comin by A big big bag of goodies-down for the West Indies Still I have a question- what’s his transportation? There is no reindeer in my country
Theme: Infuse the story with the spirit of Christmas, emphasizing kindness, generosity, and the magic of the holiday season, reflecting USVI St. Croix customs and traditions.
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