04/01/2025
I lost my husband, Frank, and honestly, Christmas felt impossible. But I couldn’t let my seven-year-old, Matthew, miss out. So, I went through the motions—decorating the house, trying to fake some joy. I even set up an Elf on the Shelf, thinking it might bring a little magic back into our lives.
The days leading up to Christmas were a blur. My mother-in-law stopped by, then my mom. The house buzzed with holiday energy, but it all felt empty without Frank. Still, every time I saw Matthew’s rare little smile, I told myself it was worth it.
But then, a few days later, something weird happened. I was tidying up when the Elf caught my eye. Its gaze felt...off. Like it wasn’t just a toy. I picked it up, and that’s when I noticed it—there was a tiny slit on the back. My heart started racing as I opened it up.
Inside, I found a hidden camera. And a flash drive. ........ Continue Reading in below comment 👇👇👇👇👇👇
