The holiday season is here, and with it comes the fun (and sometimes chaos) of Elf on the Shelf! While elves are often known for their mischievous pranks, they don’t always have to get into trouble. If this time of year already bring enough chaos and mess into your life – then why make it more complicated? Instead, your elf can be a helpful holiday assistant, spreading cheer and joy without adding to the mess. Elves Don’t Need to Be Messy and Mischievous! While the mischievous side of Elf on the Shelf is a lot of fun, it’s important to remember that the holidays are about kindness, togetherness, and celebrating family traditions. Elves don’t need to cause chaos to be magical. By having your elf focus on being helpful and spreading holiday cheer, you keep the spirit of Christmas alive while teaching kids about giving, generosity, and family. With these…
I LOVE the Christmas season; It gives me strong Christmassy vibes at the first sign of a snowflake. The magic, the smells, the family time, and the joy it brings the kids. Having said that, I also find it to be a stressful time. Like many moms, I feel the burden from the most wonderful time of the year. This is the first year that I have considered Elf on the Shelf. My daughter is now at an age where she’ll hear stories from classmates about the shenanigans their Elves are getting into. As an Elf newbie, I am considering whether I want to bring this relatively new tradition to my family. I just don’t know if I’m one of those families—an Elf family. This time of year, my sanity hangs like a heavy Christmas ornament on a floppy tree branch. The season is labor-intensive and stressful, and busy. You’re…