Meet Chester!

When we visited with Santa the other day, Ava asked if we could get an Elf on a Shelf. This morning, we all woke up to find our very own elf sitting at the bottom of our tree. Ever since he was discovered the girls have been OBSESSED. Ava named our elf Chester - we figured since she had asked for the elf it was only right she get to name him - and has told every person we've seen today about our new house guest. Jocelyn and Molly have had to use every ounce of their restraint to not touch Chester, as the only rule about him is that he not be touched or moved. I am not sure how Chester will live up to expectations - Ava has heard many tales of elves doing some pretty elaborate deeds - but for now we are glad to have Chester joining us in celebrating this holiday season. Tonight I leave you with this image: Ava insisted on leaving Chester a snack to eat before he returned to the North Pole tonight. I'm sure he will greatly appreciate the kind gesture and put in a good word for Ava in his report to Santa.