Snowflakey

The Elf tradition isn't one I appreciate fully. I don't enjoy getting out of bed once the kids are asleep to make sure Snowflakey the elf has moved.  However, my kids love the magic and they know about the Elf from school.  There is no escaping it unless I want to be a real Scrooge. 

Thankfully our college friend and babysitter stayed at our house for a few days and took over the adventures of the elf.  She did a great job too.  

While Snowflakey (aka Snowflake) only moves locations when I check on him, Snowflakey is far more creative when our friend is here.  When she left our home, she left a cheat sheet with ideas for the rest of the month.  She even left the items to make the magic happen.  

Snowflake brought his ( her?) house one night.  

The kids planted seeds and candy canes grew the following day!

How adorable is this Elf swing?!

A marshmallow angel with marshmallow-men.  The kids ate the marshmallow and Snowflake's house.  

Happy Holidays friends and family!