Does Santa Exist?

I checked out Eric Kaplan's book Does Santa Exist? on the recommendation of a librarian and (on the back cover) actress/Ph.D. Mayim Bialik. While disagreeing with a number of Kaplan's assertions I did learn, new, if somewhat graphic trivia about Tantric Buddhists; who according to his sources get over dualistic consciousness by drinking mentral blood and phlegm and mucus out of a skull.

Had I known, the author, who purports to "neither believe nor disbelieve in Santa/Christ" would treat those who keep the spirit of Christmas/Santa Claus alive, with more disdain than humor- this gift giver and receiver, would not have picked it up. I am a poetess who watches Christmas specials in July and believes in the free expression of Christmas cheer throughout the year. I expected a fun romp, perhaps a diagram of the reasons why, (even if they do exist) flying caribou along with Santa and his sleigh would combust due to atmospheric pressures etc. Unless it comes after page 128, there was none of that.

The reading did facilitate me sharing something about myself to my mother, "I have Sheldon Cooper Syndrome, and can't just stop reading a book I'm nearly halfway through, regardless of whether or not I am enjoying it." I said. Then proceeded to read a passage to her. Upon completion, she said, "I give you permission to stop reading." Another thing the book has done is inspire me to write. Given, Does Santa Exist? passes for "The funniest book of philosophy since... well, ever." according to Matt Groening, I feel my stylus can do no wrong.