Elf on the Shelf

I know there is divided lines on how people feel about the Elf on the Shelf. I had been wanting one this year, but wasn't able to fork over the money.  I had seen it in the past and thought it was cute and was so pleased when my parents had sent one to us!

Meet Peppermin Pine!

Causing mischief from night 1!

Even when we were out of the house during the day!

This was one of our favorites!  For some unknown reason the lego men didn't like him.

Another Elf at work at a MOPS meeting. 

Peppermin's revenge! 

Small trips around Rapid

South Dakota Air and Space Museum

We unfortunately picked one of the windiest days to go visit. So there wasn't much checking out of the outdoor aircraft. 

I love anything related to the Wright Brothers!

And women who were the first pilots!

So many buttons! 

Worlds Largest Balloon flown here is Rapid City, the launch site is not too far from our house. 

Can you see it?

This was amazing, the change in the landscape over time. 

This was Clark's other favorite place to hang out. 

There was a great display about the Korean War and the progression of dividing lines. 

Cute Story.

On a separate day we went to the Hill City Train Museum

I am always amazed at the detail that goes into making the "set" for the model trains. 

Clark could have spent all day here and asked the men in charge a ton of questions. 

Viewing of the Christmas lights at Storybook Island. 

Yes it was pretty, but no, I think $2 a person is WAY too much to see lights.  Clark couldn't even go up the tree forts or play on anything.