Dark, in the dead of night. I was there, In an old abandoned house. I roam through it in dead silence. Suddenly, the house was caught on fire, as a little girl scream! I panic and tried to search for the lost girl. The flames rose higher, as the girl's voice cry for help grow louder. I broke down, as I heard her call my name!
"Sis, Sis, SIS!!!!" I flew my eyes open, as I saw her face. I stood up in a cold sweat. "Do you want to built a snowman?!"
"That what you woke me up for?! I thought it was something important!"
"Sis, it's almost noon! Did you stay up late?"
"No! I was tire, so what if I oversleep!"
"Well, lets eat breakfast! According to today event, We're building snowmen! There's also a surprise snowy friend visiting too! I'm so excited! To me, this is important! So, I'll race you downstairs!" She ran out of my room. I placed my hand on my heart. It been a long time since I had that dream again. I knew I shouldn't of brought it back to my brain. Can't keep Lola waiting. Better prepare for the day.
I sat on someone's stoop, with my hands on my chin and my elbows on my lap. I watches the elf children and Lola built snowmen. Lola never built one before so, hers look like a sloppy made ice cream with a derpy face. But she was proud of her creation. Then, probably the most famous snowman came strolling down to them. Top hat, button nose, old pipe and a broom stick in his hand. Lola had a big grin on her face and shouted
"Oh my God, it's Frosty the Snowman!" She ran up to him and jumped for joy! Others came to join her.
Oh, to be young again. Frosty, such a stupid but loving carefree snowman. I can see why kids loved him. As my dream reminds me, I can't let my guard down. This trip is just going to be a waste for me. The famous folklore snowman is alive and real in from of my eyes and here I am depress at my misery. I just can't get in the Christmas spirit. I heavily sigh.
"My dear, you look so blue. You should join the little children and have fun."
"Yeah, but I don't have the heart to_ wait!" I stood up and turn. "I'm sorry I sat on your stoop!" But, no elf was behind the front door. Where did that voice come from? After looking around, I was puzzled.
"I'm right here." When I turned, I quietly gasp. Another live snowman! He was tall! With three layers + his head sack on each other. He had coal buttons on the two middle snowballs, long black arms and really skinny fingers, I believe it was tree branches, though they don't look like branches. He head a green umbrella, he wore a green top hat. But his face, His eyes were wided like empty eyes sockets and his lip was like stitches.
"Is something the matter?" He asked in a smoothly voice. I had to shake my head to get any bad thoughts in me.
"You are a live snowman too. You have a very interesting face."
"Every snowmen are different in their own way. So, my eyes are big and my mouth has strange lines. Don't fear my appearance, I'm a happy snowman like any other!" He twirled around.
"You're certainly a highly confidence snow."
"Why feel sad, you have something trouble deep in your heart?" I tightly held my fist in nervousness. I shouldn't be rude.
"There's alot in my mind. I don't think a snowman like you should care much." He smiled.
"When you keep focusing on that sadness, the darkness in your heart will never leave. Close mind isn't healthy for the brain. Children built snowmen to forget their worries for the day. No matter what trouble you have, remember to relax your mind every now and then!"
"I guess so." But, I don't see building a snowman would relax me.
"By the way, you certainly have an interesting style choice."
"Oh, despite I prefer darker colors, I'm not gloomy!" He chucked.
"I love your style! I like dark colors myself. But, I'm nowhere near gloomy! Be proud of your colors and don't mind what others think!" He raise his arms in the air. I placed my finger on my chin.
"You're a very wise and cheerful snowman. More clever than Frosty. You have a name?" He tenderly placed his hand on his heart.
"My name is Jack." I gasp in shockness!
"Wait, your name is Jack. Why didn't realize it!" He frown. "You must be the legendary Jack Frost!" He had a confused face. "I loved your stories as a child! I loved how you created ice with your breath! But, you were more elf like in the books. Then again, some sources say he's a snowman! If you're really him, can you show me your ice powers?!" I almost doubt his concern face, only for him to smiled. He picked up a pinecone from the ground, toss it in the air and with his ice breath, he froze it, as it fell in the ground. "You really are Jack Frost! It's finally great to live my childhood memories!"
"I'm glad you got your wish. You have such a lovely smile!" Oh, dear! I'm so embarrass. I calmed down.
"Oh, forgive me for my immature believe."
"No need. You have just met your childhood hero. You have every right to be excited."
"Now I know how my sister feels."
We watches Lola wondering in front of Frosty. Only for her to take out her slingshot, pellet his magical hat off, causing him to enter a stand still state. She ran off with the hat!
"Hey! That elf girl Stole Frosty's hat!" Cried a elf kid!
"I'm only going to borrow if for my snowman! I want to bring him to life!" She tried to do so, only for a penguin to steal it! The elf children chase after the penguin thief, as Lola shook her head. She began to walk up to us. "Gee, Sis. What a disappointment! Frosty isn't so bright. I tried to bring my better snowman to life but, it didn't work!"
"I don't think your blob would be even smarter!"
"Sis, stop being_." That when she notice. "Hey, Sis! Who's the snowman with the creepy face!"
"Lola! Keep rude comments to yourself! He is not creepy! This is the legendary Jack Frost! Show some respect!"
"A pleasure to meet you!" He took off his hat and bow.
"At least he looks better than that one snowman movie. Anyway, all that snowman building made me hungry! Lets get a snack!" I sigh.
"Well, I guess we can eat at the bakery I founded yesterday."
"Mind if I can come along?" He placed back his hat."
"It'll be a guest of honor." Lola didn't seem to care.
We sat outside at a patio. Lola ate a couple of muffins, only for me to have a small loaf of bread. Jack hop his way towards us, with something in his hand.
"You need to slow down, little one. Or you'll get a tummy ache!"
"Just what I need, another Sis around here!" She mumble.
"Only a small piece of bread?"
"I'm always looking out for my diet."
"My dear, cakes and pies are everywhere! It's okay to have some once in a while. Try some of this!" He gave a tray to me.
"Pumpkin pie? I didn't know pumpkins grew here?"
"They do, only quite rarely. I'm a big pumpkin lover myself. Not only it has pumpkin but, it's also mix with Christmas berries! Have a piece!" He cut a slice to give to me. Picking up a fork, I had a bite.
"Wow, these ingredients taste really well. Way better than the ones you get at stores!"
"Sis, can I try too?!" But, Jack took it away.
"Sorry, little girl. I don't want you to have a sugar rush!"
"You sound too similar to my sister!"
After a while, the same elf children came up to Lola.
"Hey, Lola! We heard you humiliated old Frosty. We thought it was funny!" Said the blonde hair boy.
"Well, I thought it was mean." Said the shy boy.
"Anyway, We're having a snowball fight! Wanna join?"
"Do I?! Well, I see you later Sis! Have fun with creep face!" She ran with the boys!
"He's not a creep! He's Jack Frost! Sorry, my sister doesn't have the best behavior."
"I do enjoy her personality. A wild child she is. A bit of a trickster too."
"I think she needs to learn more responsibility. I better get home to prepare for dinner."
"My dear, the day is still young. We should get to know each other."
"Well, I would be interested in what you do since I enjoy your tales. I guess you can come to the cottage with me."
I brought out an old rocking chair I founded inside and sat on the porch, listening to his stories.
"I come to visit every now and then to watch the children play. They love all the ice tricks I perform for them!"
"In the books, they say you were a trickster."
"I do intend to play harmless tricks on the adult elves, which makes the children laugh!"
"Is it ridiculous for me to enjoy such children's tales?"
"Young and old can enjoy Holiday stories! When I saw you blue, I knew I had to cheer you up! I never caught your name."
"Oh, how rude of me. My name is Layla, and you met my sister, Lola."
"Such lovely names, are you new here?"
"I guess so. Though, we're only visiting. We'll be leaving with Mr. Claus right before Christmas."
"Only visiting? Where are you from?" I had to make something up to stay in my elf character.
"Um, we are from a warmer place."
"Hmm, I never knew summer elves exist."
"Well, they do! Mr. Claus allowed us to stay here for a month." Man, that was kinda a bad excuse.
"So, tell me more about yourself."
"Well, I'm sort of shy and low self-esteem, overprotected about everything, especially my sister. My parents on the other hand are the opposite. They're more happy-go-lucky and enjoy uplifting human music from the 60's through the 80's."
"What type of music you like."
"I'm more into college and indie music of the 80's and 90's. Though, I do try to write music that my parents grew up with."
"Say now, are you a song writer?!"
"Maybe but, I never completely finish one before."
"Then, how about this! Lets write a Christmas song and I'll perform for you!"
"I'm just a rookie. I can't write a darn thing!"
"Make it cheesy make it bad. Practice doesn't hurt."
"Alright, I'll try!"
I brought out my guitar, papers, pencil, pencil sharper and my song books and tryed my best to come up with something. After some time past. At least I came up with some verses.
"Okay, try to sing this if you can. I'll go strum my guitar." I gave him the song sheet.
"Have confidence!" I still have doubts. I began to play.
'The white tender snow, thats fall from the sky.
Little elf children came passing by.
They all laugh and started to play.
Like I did back in the day.
To bring back the days I long to desire.
Sitting next to a chestnut opened fire.
But, those days are lost, as I fear.
I began to shed a lonely tear.'
I was amazed by his tender voice. So, beautiful.
"You have such a wonderful voice! Like those old crooners back in the days! You sang my song so well!"
"You certainly have some talent. Though, maybe try to work on more uplifting lyrics."
"I'm sorry. I'm not really use to much happy music."
"Prehaps try to be more open minded. Well, my dear. I must take my leave. It was wonderful to meet you!" No, I grabbed his arm.
"Wait, Mr. Frost! You helped me so much! You're the only one here that help cope with my low self-esteem! Maybe I can try to bring back my lost happiness! So, can you visit me everyday until we leave?!"
He thought real hard at my question. He sigh.
"I'm a very busy snowman however, I can make some time to hang out with you. From the noon to the evening."
"Thank you, so much!" I shook his hand. I thought it felt a little bony but, it's probably my imagination. He opened his umbrella.
"Meet me at the big tree tomorrow! Until then, opened your mind and erase your sorrows!" He flew away with the wind, as I waved. At long last, I finally founded someone special here in Christmas Town!
