My family and I were early adopters of the Elf on the Shelf. We had a hard time finding an elf because they were so new and being snatched up faster than that year’s “it” Christmas toy. My husband and I high five’d when we found one at a local book store and got ready […]
I sometimes imagine myself in a Christmas support group, sitting in a circle as everyone introduces themselves. There would be the Scrooges, the premature Christmas music players, the Hallmark Movie bingers, etc. Then it would be my turn:: Hi, my name’s Piper. Hello, Piper. My name’s Piper. I have three children four and under, I’m […]
First things first, if you don’t yet have an Elf on the Shelf, DON’T GET ONE. Run the other direction. It starts out fun and then becomes a nightmare of your own creation. It is especially bad if you are REALLY into it the first year and set the bar way too high. However, if […]
It’s that time of year again. You’ve probably already seen the social media posts… The Elf is back. A few years ago, I’m sure Elf of the Shelf was someone’s bright marketing idea. {Really, why didn’t I think of that? I would be rich!} Anyway, in case you’re living under a rock, you can “experience the […]
It’s Christmas time! Well almost, but oh my goodness – I cannot wait. One of the many reasons we are excited about Christmas in our home is that we get to have a long visit from our favorite little Elf on the Shelf, MAX! Max started visiting us last year, and our girls immediately fell […]
