You may remember that we started our shelf elf tradition last year. This year the shelf elf "Rocky James" came to our house while we were in San Diego. It was a fun surprise to see him when we returned.
The kids had already anticipated his arrival by setting up a little "apartment" for him. He has a bed made out of a small box, a bright green velvety blanket (fabric scrap), a tire swing made from yarn and a pipe cleaner, a Lego car for transportation, a small Christmas tree, and a broom made out of pipe cleaners. They are really creative! This little home rests under a table in our hallway.
Grace and Jack left notes for shelf elf on one of the first nights he was here. Here is Grace's note, front and back. You can see that Rocky James the elf replied in green pencil.
Dear Rocky James, Jack and I hope you LOVE your area! (Jack literly went crazy) and just let me know if you want anything. Yours, Grace PS. Use the crayon to check the things off.
String, extra pillow, blanket, pen, paper, pipe cleaner/bendaroos, other
And here is Jack's note to the elf. His writing is getting so neat this year!
Dear Shelf Elf, Would you like somthing done in your room? PS. Please write back. from Jack Coloring pictures, Paper, Crayons, Glue
Can I just say that I am enjoying this stage of their childhood SO much?!? Right now, they are old enough to do a lot for themselves, but still have a sense of magic and wonder. I love the saying, "Let them be little." So true, so true. Let my 7 and almost-9-year old stay little a little while longer!
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