This Christmas tale is an invitation to slow down.

Inspired by the spirit of Charles Dickens, The Vigil of the First Winter is a poetic and symbolic story about winter, memory, gratitude, and hope.

It is a story about gathering close when the world grows cold, about remembering those who are no longer with us, and about celebrating Christmas not only with those at the table, but also with those who live on through love and memory.

Through figures like the Matron, Santa Claus, Jack Frost, Krampus, and Jack the Cat, this tale explores kindness, responsibility, joy, and the quiet beauty of remembrance.

A story to listen to in silence or to share with someone you love.
A story meant to return, year after year.

🕯️ If this story stayed with you, consider passing it on.

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Ce conte de Noël est une invitation à ralentir.

À se souvenir des Noëls passés.
À célébrer ceux que nous aimons — même ceux qui ne sont plus là.
À croire encore aux Noëls à venir.

Inspiré de l’esprit de Charles Dickens, La Veillée de l’Hiver Premier est un récit symbolique et féérique, où l’hiver rapproche les cœurs et où une simple chandelle suffit à faire vivre la mémoire.

Un conte pour écouter en silence, seul ou accompagné.
Un conte à partager, comme on partage une flamme.

🕯️ Si cette histoire vous touche, faites-la voyager.

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Step inside the cozy living room of Santa and Mrs. Claus in this 45-second animated Christmas moment inspired by the naïve-art painting of Pierre Martin. As the fireplace crackles and the gifts rest quietly at their feet, the Claus couple shares a warm, intimate moment before the magic of the season begins.

This short film is part of A Christmas Story, a storytelling series that brings Pierre Martin’s folk-art world to life through animation, narration, and heartwarming winter scenes. This episode captures the simple beauty of Christmas: love, warmth, tradition… and a good cup of hot chocolate.

✨ What to expect in this episode:
• A cozy Christmas living room glowing with magic
• Santa & Mrs. Claus preparing for their yearly traditions
• Folk-art visual style brought to life through animation
• Calm, warm holiday storytelling for all ages and find Jack the cat

If you enjoy this short animated moment, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and explore the other episodes of A Christmas Story — including Santa’s tree-choosing adventure, Jack the Cat’s winter tales, and more magical scenes from the North Pole.

🎨 Artwork & Story: Pierre Martin
🎙 Narration & Adaptation: Pierre Martin Folk Art

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