8 across The first one-like the last on-we never remember [the last clue is XL for him or her to wear at the anniversary-I answered ring]
4 letters *o*d I'm guessing gold but can't parse it
28 across His civil service is back on hold, but Santa can never be dismissed 10 letters *n*a*k*n**
24 down Count them till you see no more - they're uncountable 5 letters *h***
thank you for any replies that could help me finish this crossword