Laura's open letter to Elf On The Shelf: 'Please don't come this year'

Christmas is just weeks away ... which means our friend Elf On The Shelf would usually show up to make sure kids are behaving in the lead up to the big day.

But gosh he can make a mess!

So this year Laura has written a kindly-worded letter to please now show up.

"I've sent a letter to the elves," Laura says, "and I've asked if Elf On The Shelf doesn't return."

"It's very high maintenance, he makes a hell of a mess."

Listen above to hear Laura's full hilarious request, we're sure many parents can relate!

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