Our elf, Christmas Catherine, made her official debut this season in full COVID-19 fashion. That is, she brought her usual breakfast but made sure to wear a mask ... at least until we were sure that the results of her COVID test were negative.
There were donuts, muffins, fruit and orange juice ... and a big envelope clearly marked with C.C.'s Results.
With no formal school that morning and only virtual learning to prepare for, the kids sat and had a leisurely breakfast. Apparently a shirt was
optional for Jimmy that morning.
Jack had the honor of opening the envelope. Sam was convinced that the results just HAD to be negative, but the others were not so sure. After all, she was wearing a mask and nothing was 'normal' anymore.
And this, right here? This, is what makes things so very special this time of year. The excitement of traditions -- some old and some new -- it puts a real smile on my face. Even though we have one "nonbeliever" in our house this year, the magic of it all, makes her still want to believe.
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