The Adventures of Carter and Brenley B: Buddy, Bowling and the Big Guy

In my earlier blog, I forgot to mention that we recently adopted an Elf on the Shelf. Each night after I fall asleep, he flies back to the North Pole to report to Santa. He's not allowed to talk to me, and he can't move when we can see him. I was a bit skeptical at first, and I asked Mommy lots of questions. I turned into a believer when "Buddy" escaped from his box and flew into my stocking while I was in the bath tub. Mommy and Daddy were both in room with me, so we have no idea how he did it. I stood there for quite some time saying "Amazing! He got out of the box and flew across the room. That is incredible!" I spent the rest of the night studying the situation and eventually decided to just go with it. Each morning he arrives in a new location and I get to go on the hunt for him. This morning I caught him in the act of making some hot chocolate, and I thought that was hysterical. I'm going to miss him after Christmas!

Today Mommy and Daddy were both off of work, so we had a lazy morning around the house and a very busy afternoon. After running a few errands, we decided to go to Splitsville- the bowling alley. I've only bowled on the Wii before, so I was so excited to do it in real life. I strapped on my shoes, picked out my ball and gave my parents a run for their money. We had the best time playing around, snacking on fries and cheering for each other after every frame. I can't wait to go back!

After a little bit of protest earlier in the day, I finally decided it would be a good idea to visit with Santa in person. I told him I wanted a Jeep for Christmas, and he said "I don't normally make promises, but I'll bring you a Jeep on Christmas morning." I love getting the VIP treatment, and I only have a few more days to wait!!

I ended my day by going shopping with Daddy for a present for Mommy. I looked at lots of things and finally decided on the most awesome present ever......a drum set! I just love getting to shop for my parents, and I even let them play with their gifts every once in a while.