In a year filled with constant updates and social media frenzy, parents are finally getting a much-needed break. Moms across the nation, put down your glue guns and celebrate – thanks to the pandemic, the Elf on the Shelf has been sidelined from this year’s holiday antics. For those who may need a refresher, the Elf on the Shelf is a little spy who observes children during the day and flies back to the North Pole each night to report to Santa on their behavior. Every morning, he reappears in a new spot, a tiring endeavor for parents who must keep an eye on the little fellow.
As always, the internet has come to the rescue. Online retailers are offering COVID-themed Elf on the Shelf kits and accessories, featuring quarantine houses and face masks.
Let’s explore some of these pandemic-inspired Elf on the Shelf kits:
- This one includes a tiny mask and loads of attitude.
- The intensity in this elf’s eyes is something else. Luckily, he’s safely boxed up, saving you the hassle of repositioning him.
- This elf has humorously ghosted its family, which is quite the laugh.
- These little elves seem to have embraced yoga during lockdown – they’re impressively flexible.
- Inspired by a quote from the classic film Steel Magnolias, one Etsy seller has dressed the elf in winter gear, complete with a miniature Christmas tree and snowflakes.
- This elf is the epitome of extra – flexible? Check. Isolated? Check. Masked? Check. With a sassy bow and a jar sporting a fancy font? Double check. It looks like he’s leaning in to hear your relatives reminisce about their parenting days.
The best part about this year’s elf is that he can be as quarantined as parents need him to be. He can leave a Post-It note on a child’s bed saying, “I’m Sorry. I Can’t. Don’t Hate Me” – reminiscent of Sex and the City – or he can stay isolated throughout the holiday season.
Parenting doesn’t always offer an escape, so seize this opportunity and enjoy the holidays!
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In summary, this year’s Elf on the Shelf can take a backseat due to quarantine, providing parents with a much-needed break. With creative COVID-themed kits available online, parents can still engage in fun traditions without the added stress of moving the elf daily.