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as herself, performing a parody of "Silent Night".

Santa Claus. This triggers a town-wide celebration where Springfield is rebranded as Santa's home, though Homer is eventually "unmasked" and sent to jail for "breaking into" houses to deliver gifts. Ned's Spiritual Journey:

The resolution of the original Christmas story—the adoption of Santa’s Little Helper—remains one of the most poignant moments in television history. It posits that the best things in life are the "leftovers." The dog was a loser at the track, abandoned by his owner, much like Homer felt like a loser for failing to buy presents.

Written by Carolyn Omine and directed by Debbie Mahan and Matthew Faughnan .