Iohannes' Antics Continue {More Elf on the Shelf Ideas}

A friend of mine just sent me a lovely email telling me what an amazing mom with the Elf on the Shelf. I had to laugh out loud because I was just complaining to my husband last night that I am so over Iohannes.

I've been senaking around at night for the past 22 days and I am done! Two more days and I won't have to think of super slueth antics for the Elf on the Shelf to pull off for another year.

However, I must be truthful here and confess that I am not that creative when it comes to ideas for Iohannes. I can copy other's tricks like nobody's business though! All I need is a hint of a idea and I can whip something extraordinary up for Iohannes to pull off that will have my kiddos squealing with delight.

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Christmas Tree Picnic & Traditions

I'm still desperately trying to get in the holiday spirit this year. If my children have anything to say about it, I will be all full of merry and silly and cheer in five days! I've been super busy with non-holiday tasks and I think this has kept the spirit from sinking fully into my heart. In addition, I've been battling with my Asthma this year on a level that is simply and slowly killing me! (not really, but really, it is) I also have a serious case of acid reflux and the two together are giving me some fierce headaches and heartburn. My meds have been switched up a couple of times in the past few weeks and making me a bit wonk-a-doodle!

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Looking for Christmas in My Home

I have tried very hard this year to get my act together and be excited about the holidays. I plastered a smile on my face when the kiddos wanted to assemble and decorate the Christmas tree, when inside I was really dreading the task.

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