The Secret Behind Santa’s Gameboy

When I was 7, a Gameboy appeared at our door, credited to “Santa.” My parents were puzzled, but I recall Mom tearing up at the sight, while Dad suspected a family friend. Last year, on June 16, 2024, Dad passed away. Recently, at 08:29 PM CEST on June 16, 2025, Mom revealed the truth: Dad had secretly bought it, struggling financially to give me joy despite their hardships. He’d hidden it as a “Santa” gift to spare Mom’s feelings,

knowing she couldn’t afford it. Her tears were of gratitude and guilt. Reflecting on this, I visited Dad’s grave, placing a small Gameboy figure beside it, whispering thanks. This revelation deepened my appreciation for his silent sacrifices, turning a childhood memory into a poignant lesson in love and selflessness that continues to shape my life.