Last year, Ovalles began her letter by talking about how her two sons "are what I love the most," but "because of some economical problems I can't give them what they ask for they need a little bit of everything which is the reason why I'm writing you this humble letter." After listing the children's clothing sizes, Ovalles asked for coats for herself and her husband. She closed with, "Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year! We thank you beforehand."
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Boys learn, too. Today Steve and Daniel Rivera write their own letters, and take pride in coming up with just the right tone.
"Santa has a wife, so mention her," advises Steve. "And when you ask for a gift, you should write, 'I really need it, but if you can't send it I'll understand.' And don't ask for nothing t
