In Long Beach, California, a man and woman were caught on surveillance video stealing Christmas decorations, including a lit-up snowman and a Santa figure, from a photo studio owned by Michael Farmer, who dresses as Santa for festive family pictures. The theft occurred right across the street from a church. Farmer expressed disbelief upon seeing the footage, stating he would have given the decorations if asked. However, the story concludes positively as the couple, after seeing news coverage of their actions, returned the decorations a week later, expressing regret. The woman explained they took the items because they couldn't afford Christmas decorations for their daughter, who loved them. Farmer forgave them, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness, especially during the holiday season.