Subtitle; Innocence and Belief.

So this year I had serious doubts as to whether Tristan still believes in Santa and the gang. He has always found such joy in Santa and, even more, Rudolph.  He absolutely adores Rudolph.  ADORES!  When he didn’t mention them in November (yep, he starts early), I began to wonder if the whisperings of middle schoolers had crumbled his belief.  

I debated how to approach the subject and finally decided to gently inquire as to his silence this year.  I have to admit, I was overjoyed when he said that no matter what, he will always believe and still loves them as much as ever.  My heart soars at his belief and innocence, not only in Christmas figures, but also God, Jesus, goodness and faith.

After out talk, I immediately sprung into action with our version of the Elf on the Shelf.  I have to admit (and please don’t judge me harshly) I find the actual Elf on the Shelf a bit creepy.  So a few years ago, I searched for and found a cute, stuffed Elf who arrives December 1 with letters from Santa and Rudolph and spends the remainder of December devising clever antics and bringing inspirational messages.

Here is what the Elf is up to on Day 2 … I can’t help but giggle!  He has the advent calendar in his lap and has raided some Christmas candy.  I can’t wait to see Tristan’s reaction tomorrow morning!!!!