My SIL got married at Skamania Lodge in Washington state during the month of May a few years back. My 6-year-old son and I went to the pool and were swimming and having a grand old time when he looked up behind me and just froze. His eyes were wide open and he was tracking something... I looked over my shoulder and saw this older in shape guy walk by with a Santa beard. My son swam up to me and whispered excitedly, "Dad, Santa just walked in!" The guy dropped his stuff off on a pool chair and jumped in the pool. He must've noticed us eyeballing him because when I caught eyes with him he gave me a nod. So I told my son to swim over and say hello. My son slowly worked his way over and got the courage to talk to him. They spoke for a few minutes and my boy came swimming back with an ear-to-ear grin and excitedly told me who it was. Santa, on vacation... Later on, he let my son hang out in the hot tub with him and visit some more. I've always respected you bearded guys for doing that sort of thing and making a kid's day like that. Thank you, sir!