You got to work with what you got.
That applies to Santa was well as you and me.
For security reasons, the Office of Homeland Security has decided to pre-stage Santa in West Texas, rather than using the predictable Northpole route.
While Santa agreed, the Reindeer Union objected, citing the change in working condition clause of their contract.
In a strike-breaking move, Santa's Helpers are out procuring an alternate means of transportation.