This is the time of year when elves steer for home from far off places.  The ones who have remained at home bustle and decorate, thrilling for the arrival of family and friends long missed.  Those elves who have been away cannot wait to set off and once again be back in familiar places with old and beaming familiar faces!

Where have the arriving elves been, though, what have they seen?  And, what events have they missed while they were away?

What stories will everyone tell at the first supper when they all sit down to talk?

New idea:  This is a time of year when we can sit back and relish each other’s stories!  Which means that this is also an especially good time of year to take notes in a journal after everyone has gone to bed.  The adventures of an older brother, great aunt or friend are filled with ideas for stories…