Hi Emma and Allie!

My name is Noel the Elf. When Santa told me that I would be living with you for the month of December, I became so excited. (Don't tell anyone, but I love blond hair the best - both curly and straight!) I was sad when something delayed my travels, though You see...I am the special caregiver for Santa's reindeer, Dasher, and he suddenly became sick with the sniffles. We all know it is very important that he is in tip-top shape for his special journey on Christmas Eve, so I stayed at the North Pole for a few days until he felt better. I spent alot of time making sure his carrots were just like he likes him. Please forgive me for not arriving on December 1.

My job is a special one this month. Not only do I get to hang around your house and see what your family does during the holidays (I am super excited about the nightly Christmas books and movies, by the way...I'll bet you read stories and watch movies that I have yet to hear and see. I look forward to listening and watching with you), but I also get help remind you about making good choices this Christmas season. Remember, Santa keeps a list with the names of good boys and girls, and I want to help you make sure that your names are right on top!! So...throughout my stay, make sure you are remembering what Christmas is all about - and make sure you are doing the right thing...even when you think no one is watching. ;)

And one more thing...make sure you keep an eye out for me each day here in your home. I'll be sure and leave you a note (check the blog!)...you be sure and find my new "hiding" spot each day! Your home is so warm and cozy...there are a TON of spots for me to settle in.

I hope you had a good day at school, Emma. And Allie, I hope your day with Nana was good, too. And I hope you enjoy your dry erase board and markers. You know...I like notes too...so guys could write one to me every now and then, if you want to.

What book are we reading tonight? What movie are we going to watch? Do you think your Mom and Dad would let us have a treat while we watch...if we ask nicely?

Bye girls!

-Noel