Elf of the Shelf

Have you heard of Elf on the Shelf? It's a book and small elf that flys to Santa every night to tell him if you been naugty or nice. I am kinda wondering if I should have got it for her. I spent 3 hours explaining and answering questions like:

• Can he fly at night?
• Is he scared of the dark?
• Can he lock the door when he leaves and comes back?
• Has he left yet?
• What time does he come back?
• Why does he only talk to Santa?
• What should we name him?
• and on and on and on.......

Christmas Zoe

Zoe did much better with Santa today. She told him she wants her own camera for Christmas. I have a feeling he might be getting her one.

Zoe with Santa1

Zoe went to a new place today. It's called Entertainment Junction for kids with lots of train sets and play area and Santa was there. Matt surprised me and got her picture with Santa. She is going to go see him again next weekend and will be more dressed up for the next one.

If you notice, she is not sitting on his lap. Matt said he was lucky to get to stand by him...she was terrified. =)

New Zoe Pics - Dec 2007

Wish you were here - Denied

Well, Ellen Degeneres didn't pick my entry to come and visit Santa Claus, Indiana, but here was my entry. I thought it was cute.

Twas the night before Thanksgiving and all were sleeping
So, I crept down the stairs and started writing
My hometown of Santa Claus, Indiana is very small indeed
But Ellen would have sooo much fun there you’d see

This the holiday season to be merry, festive and giving
Much like your show which spreads the joy of dancing and living
Wouldn’t you like to stand on a street named Vixen?
Or how about Comet, Cupid Donner or Blitzen?

We Hoosier feel like everyone should have known
That this quaint town is a real true gem all on its own
Holiday World makes this a fun family hot spot
With their fund rides, free soft drinks and Santa…say what!

I promise I can make this a trip of a lifetime
We can even include a couple of sips of wine
Our annual festival of lights is coming up soon
We would love to have you visit and sing us a tune

Wish you were here
Holly
No joke…my name is Holly and I am from Santa Claus, Indiana

Christmas at the Horne's 2007