An Elf Story: Sunday Funday

It was the last Sunday before Christmas Eve. Needless to say, Santa was a little busy. Shortcake had to be at Macy's at 7am. When she walked in the door at 6:58am, Santa was already there. And he had energy. Shortcake was not prepared for Santa's energy at 7am. Peppercorn arrived at 7:15am and looked like death. She had about 2 hours of sleep, and did not feel well at all. She was not prepared for Santa's energy at 7:15am.

Peppercorn and Shortcake might have put together a plan to kill Santa and hide the bodies on the 9th floor on a couch where he would just look like a man sitting on a couch. Puncake offered to supply an alibi. Peppercorn pointed out someone would notice if Santa went missing. Curses! Foiled again!

We had lots of treats today. Mrs. Claus brought donuts, and Santa brought seven-layer bars and juice boxes.

the donuts from Mrs. Claus

Shortcake happened upon her elf cousin in the land.

Presenting: Fruitcake!

Santa had to go on an event today. Shortcake helped him get ready by lintrolling his coat.

While he was wearing the coat. And taking a photo.

Shortcake had quite the adventure getting Santa (and Mrs. Claus and Turducken and Ivy) to the elevator so they could exit the employee entrance to get to the NYPD van driven by Officer Tim. Officer Tim was very patient. Patches helped empty out parade hallway, and Teddy Bear held the elevator open, and Santa ran down the hallway. Another successful getaway!

Speaking of Teddy Bear, Shortcake was in the scheduling office with Estrella when Sprig walked in and said (to Estrella), "I love your boyfriend." To which Shortcake responded "I loved him first! I've loved him since 2008!"

Luckily, Estrella had a good humor about it. This story probably makes more sense if you know that Teddy Bear and Estrella are dating.

Peppercorn left early because she felt terrible. Gingersnap came in early to cover, so Shortcake got to have a wee tiny shift with her! Yay! And look what Gingersnap brought!