Across this week many have played out the belief in Father Christmas/ Santa Claus. I have always been intrigued by faeries and those who know my past I was a fairy for many children’s birthday parties. Believing in magic/mystery brings joy, curiosity & wonder.
In this story you may wonder what is lost or misunderstood by not believing in faeries?

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