The Armstrongs (and the Elves) are in Golden this year for the holidays! So, the elves have helped pack the girls’ suitcases (and hinted that they shouldn’t be forgotten!), played with Aunt Janne’s Christmas decorations, climbed the Arlt Christmas tree and got into the Quality Street and Purdy’s chocolates…. Just 2 more sleeps and we’ll have to say goodbye as it’s back to the North Pole for Kasey, Ginger and Stella since Santa is gonna need some help on the 24th!

Our first day was off to a great start as the girls discovered a hill just their size beside the house that is perfect for sledding, and a cousin who was willing to pull them up it over, and over, and over again! Thanks Ben! The girls also discovered that cousin Megan is a manicure queen and have decided it’s necessary to have their nails painted every day.