Tis the season to log on to Facebook and be flooded with pictures of Elf on the Shelf. We all know what it is. None of us really want to do it but we get sucked into the supermom mentality. What started as something fun for one’s own children and family has turned into a highly competitive, who is the better, coolest, most creative mom contest. Dads rarely subject themselves to this constant need for confirmation that you are a good enough parent competition. Which is good because we would all be screwed if everyone competed. Only one parent should take part in a completely demoralizing competition at any given time. They really should come with a disclaimer “Warning: Participating in Elf on the Shelf can make you feel like a failure to your children.” Continue Reading
