So, on Wednesday morning, I made sure to wake the kids up a little earlier than normal, knowing that they would want to savor their breakfast that CC had prepared for them. They had no idea at all that she was in the dining room and proceeded with their morning activities until Sam just happened to wander into the elaborate set-up.
Oh, the squeals that ensued. It is that that makes all of the late nights worth it. After all, I know that I only have a few years to relish in the magic of childhood fantasies.
Christmas Catherine made place settings for each of us, and was even in the process of making one for herself (with her initials since her full name wouldn't fit on the glittery ornament). She also brought back the annual Christmas Countdown board that we keep on our refrigerator so that the kids could begin putting a magnet on it each night.
Jack's place setting, but it should be noted that his chair should have been placed along the side of the table, where the tablecloth wasn't quite as long and would not get caught in among his legs every time he shifted in his seat.
Yes, they were so happy to see their elf!
The menu consisted of orange juice, fruit, donuts and muffins. Oh, and a candy cane for later!
Carefully arranging her plate:
Jack loved using the straw; it may have been the highlight for him.
Since then, CC has been found in various locations.
She filled up the candy bowl and spelled out a little reminder that she was back for a while:
And the neighbors were over last night to play cards and we let them decide what antic she would be up to ... swinging from the ceiling fan! We even had it going for a while for the thrill of it. Jack loved this one!
More to come ...
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