Jaime is an Elf Trainee who wants to prove to Santa that she is ready for full Elfhood. When Santa gives Jaime the task of lighting downtown Hollister, she struggles to find acts of kindness that will illuminate the tiny Christmas lights. Through a timely friendship, Jaime learns that it only takes one caring person to start a wave of kindness. In the quest for her Elfhood, Jaime discovers that only in the light of love, peace and hope does the true spirit of the season shine.

“Jaime the Elf” is a story about the true meaning of the holiday season.
Written in 1994 in conjunction with the Hollister’s annual Lights On Celebration, “Jaime the Elf” encourages children to think about what acts of kindness they can do during the holiday season.