Born and raised in south central Ohio, Tom Breeden has written biographical essays, poems and humorous pieces on everyday happenings in his small town for years. He has also written extensively about his experience in the military during the Vietnam war, but he wanted to take a different approach in his writing. Though he is proud to have served his country, he is even prouder of his six children, eight grandchildren, and twelve great grandchildren, and he especially loves to read to them from their favorite books. So, to celebrate the Christmas season and as a gift to his grandchildren and all little ones who are filled with the excitement of receiving gifts at Christmas, Tom created the story about surprises for the forest animals at Christmas time. This story is a lighthearted and imaginative glimpse as to what Christmas would be like for our beloved furry, forest friends. It also reflects the lightheartedness of its author.