No Karen, not seen that before. Might have a word with Santa...
You're right about shooting people - just do it and look confident. I have to admit to being a little out of my comfort zone though with people - I have had someone walk over and put their hand in front of my lens. Mind you, when he got to me he didn't look quite so confident of tackling a 6' 5" photographer!
I must get doen to Bournemouth Gardens for some candids - usually plenty of retirees asleep in deckchairs. And that's just my parents
Cheers
Andy