On the first day of Christmas, my Patch gave to me ...   "The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition" book and elf set. Available at Castle Toys and Games and Sarah's Hallmark, this delightful package could easily start a tradition at your house.  Author Carol Aebersold explains how The Elf became a tradition at her home when her children were little. The kids always wondered how Santa knew if they had been naughty or nice. Poof! The Elf appeared, showing up in a different place each day. At night he magically flew back to the North Pole to give Santa a report. Please help us get to 1,000  …