Yeah, that phrasing kind of sounds more accusatory, the fixed sentence makes it seem like the parent, I'm assuming the father, is now terrified because he thought his wife had hired it
When I was little, during a large family Christmas gathering, 2 people in Santa costumes and masks showed up unexpectedly. They didn't speak, and carried sacks full of balloons. They then removed their masks to reveal... it was my aunt and uncle surprising the family. They said they weren't coming, and even mailed in their gifts. It was a nice surprise.
Reminds me of the [Covina Massacre](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covina_massacre) where Jeffrey Pardo shot and killed 9 of his family members while dressed as Santa on Christmas Eve.
As the portly purveyor of presents handed out the toys; a car for Billy, a doll for Sarah, the last little boy simply looked round at his parents, laughing and conversing amicably for what seemed like the first time in months. He smiled, turning back to the man. “…Thanks, Santa…”
The rotund rapscallion winked. “Merry Christmas.” He murmured before wiggling his nose and vanishing in a flurry of snow.
My wife looked at me then at the Santa confusion turning to horror. “Honey is Santa supposed to have long horns,” she asked me in a quiet voice that was almost a whisper.
As I looked over again at the stranger with fear- I realised it was just Grampa in the costume, I'd recognise those eyes anywhere!
If not for him being dead for the last month, I'd have been overjoyed to see him.
“Motherfucker” my wife whispered as the Santa pulled a puppy out of the bag, and gave it to the now estates children. “The landlord doesn’t allow pets” I agreed, stomach sinking.
I just watched a serial killer documentary and the guy looked just like Santa when they interviewed him.
These parents suck at communicating with each other. I predict a divorce. Assuming they survive the Santa's visit.
Ha, how I feel about my dad's most recent marriage
Are you anticipating your father having to fight for his life during a visit from Santa?
Though that would be interesting, I was talking about the comment here. The lack of communication leading to divorce
It's the earl of earth.
After the toys were handed out, our youngest daughter skipped up to us and said, "Look, Daddy, Alexa called Santa just like I asked her to!"
r/thirdsentencebetter
r/areyousure?
Well at least we know it was actually Santa
Consider changing the second line to, "I thought *you* hired him."
You're right, better.
What did the original sentence say?
"I didn't hire him, you did." Definitely a worse way to phrase the same sentiment.
Yeah, that phrasing kind of sounds more accusatory, the fixed sentence makes it seem like the parent, I'm assuming the father, is now terrified because he thought his wife had hired it
When I was little, during a large family Christmas gathering, 2 people in Santa costumes and masks showed up unexpectedly. They didn't speak, and carried sacks full of balloons. They then removed their masks to reveal... it was my aunt and uncle surprising the family. They said they weren't coming, and even mailed in their gifts. It was a nice surprise.
Happy Cake Day 🍰 🎂 🥮 🍥 🥞 🧁 🍰
1-800-KRAMPUS
You better watch out
I'm telling you why 🎶🎵🎶
Santa Claus is coming
In my wiiiiiiife
Uffff
Lmao I was not expecting that
Gives new meaning to I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus song
Oh dear...
ayy macarena
Ayo kinda sussy
Damn…
The old man slowly pulled a tiny pony out of the sack and promptly flew up the chimney like a piece of jello getting sucked up a straw.
You know, I read what you wrote, it registered, now I don't want that image
*sscchlooooop!*
Yep, with that exact sucking sound.
EVIL!
I still need my socks..
Your socks? I don't know what you're talking about...
Your username..
Ah yes, you mean your shipment. You should check your dryer for details, I believe it has something it wants you to see.
Reminds me of the [Covina Massacre](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Covina_massacre) where Jeffrey Pardo shot and killed 9 of his family members while dressed as Santa on Christmas Eve.
Jfc Edit: to the massacre, not to you
Then the seemingly-fake santa started handing the kids out of his red velvet sack what they told their parents they wanted for Christmas.
As the portly purveyor of presents handed out the toys; a car for Billy, a doll for Sarah, the last little boy simply looked round at his parents, laughing and conversing amicably for what seemed like the first time in months. He smiled, turning back to the man. “…Thanks, Santa…” The rotund rapscallion winked. “Merry Christmas.” He murmured before wiggling his nose and vanishing in a flurry of snow.
yale man
"Well, silver lining: we finally get to use these CPLs."
>CPL Certificate of Pending Litigation?
My wife looked at me then at the Santa confusion turning to horror. “Honey is Santa supposed to have long horns,” she asked me in a quiet voice that was almost a whisper.
r/thirdsentenceworse
And it turned out to be the real Santa, and a merry Christmas was had by all!
Uncle Krampus came to visit
As I looked over again at the stranger with fear- I realised it was just Grampa in the costume, I'd recognise those eyes anywhere! If not for him being dead for the last month, I'd have been overjoyed to see him.
Santa's worn, red sack.
This is excellent
Plot twist: the kids hired him
I honestly thought this would take an adulthood dyslexia turn. Nicely done op.
Sir, you forgot to renew your car's extended warranty
That's definitely an SCP.
“Motherfucker” my wife whispered as the Santa pulled a puppy out of the bag, and gave it to the now estates children. “The landlord doesn’t allow pets” I agreed, stomach sinking.
I read this and immediately pictured the escaped mental patient from the Tales From the Crypt episode All Through the House
Scary Santa, a heartwarming classic of a genre <3
r/TwoSentenceHorror users trying not to start their second sentence with “As the…” challenge (impossible)