December 1st is right around the corner, and you know what that means…The 3rd Annual Playmobil Advent Calendar. I’m so excited about this one. My buddy, Marnie in Calgary, sent me the link to this Advent Calendar back in February, and I ordered it directly from Playmobil back in September. And then I found out today they sell them about 6 blocks from where I work. But I won’t say where they sell them, or else it will blow the whole surprise component of this exciting activity.
This year, rather than putting together the little boxes full of toy pieces, I asked Mike to do it for me so I have no idea what to expect from day to day. I like this extra challenge. So this is how it will work this year:
- I get up with the birds starting December 1st (during the week, but I’ll sleep in on the weekends).
- Crack open the corresponding box for the day – for example, on December 1st, I open up box with the #1 on it.
- Put the toy on the set shown above.
- Take a picture and post it on my blog each and every morning until the last box is opened.
- Make sure it’s Christmasy.
Phew! It’s a tall order. And I’d better get to bed earlier these days so I have no problems getting up so. Early. Like 5:45 am early. Ew.
But in the name of Christmas? It’s totally worth it.
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Your blog advent calendar is my second favorite new Christmas tradition after small town parades! Your commentary and Carol-esque additions are magical!
Oh Kelaine! You made me blush! That's quite the compliment. I will do my best to be amusing.
Your Advent blogs are my most favourite thing about Christmas!! Can't wait for tomorrow….wooot!!
I've been waiting all year for your advent blogs- soooooo awesome!! 1 more sleep!
I think I just peed my pants a little!!!!
Yay! Hold on to your pants, Stacey!