New stuff!

"Hello, Ajdin! I have some goodies for you today," said Uncle Tibbs. He was holding a bag that said BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP.

"Wow, for me?" I asked.

"Unfortunately, the Build-a-Bear Workshop still has nothing in my size," he said, "but I found a few things for you!"

I looked inside.

It's an apron!

This apron is perfect for baking, cooking, or crafting so I can stay nice and clean! And it even has two convenient pockets on the front for storing snacks.

And... a khaki safari vest!

Perfect for safari trips and exploring the outback! I can alternate wearing this with my Bear Cub Scout uniform for outdoor adventures. And maybe I can start a new pin collection on this safari vest! It also has a pocket on the front for holding snacks.

And finally... a magician's cape! Plus magic wand! And a hat!

I'm ready to do some magic tricks! This is SUPER exciting!

"Uncle Tibbs, thank you so much!"

I can't wait to have my first magic show!

New shirt!

My mom recently visited the Build a Bear Workshop and came home with a treat for me.

It's not my birthday or anything - I guess I am just a lucky bear! Let's see what's inside.

Oh cool! It's a new shirt, and it's similar to the one I'm currently wearing with a plaid shirt over a graphic tee.

I'm gonna try it on!

I really like the colors on this one.

There we go - how do I look?

New hoodie

My mom got me a new hoodie a few days ago! It's a Super Mario hoodie from Build a Bear Workshop.

First, a big thank you to my friend Droopy who got me a gift card to Build a Bear for Christmas.

Now let's try it on.

Trying to fit clothes over my disproportionally sized head is always a challenge.

*POP!*

Okay, it's on! What do you think?

I love the hood. It's made with actual fleece so it's a bit thicker than any of my other tops and will keep me warm this winter!

What is your favorite winter clothing item?

Online shopping

Today I felt like doing some online shopping.  Online shopping is a great way to find cool stuff and avoid crowded malls.  As a stuffie, sometimes you can be mistaken for a piece of merchandise when going into stores and my mom has to tell people that I am not for sale.

So let me log onto the computer and see what cyber deals I can find today.  I am going to check out the Build a Bear Workshop.  (Note: I am not a Build a Bear but I am beary similar in size to the Build a Bears.)

Hmm, this looks familiar.  It's my Jedi costume!

Here is a sparkly pink ballerina dress...ew.  I think I will pass.

I clicked for the next page, and saw...

PANTS!  Nope, definitely not buying these.

I added a few items to my cart and then took out my Abearican Express credit card to check out.  I hope my purchases arrive soon!

Do you like online shopping?  What is your favorite store?

Build-a-Bear Workshop

Now, I started to walk another few blocks and then I saw a beary interesting store...

It was the Build-a-Bear Workshop!  I have heard about this beary famous place but I have never been there before.  My little heart was beating with excitement.  When I walked into the store, I was greeted by several friendly people.  They all said I was beary cute.  I was treated like a king.  I wish all stores were this welcoming to little bears.

I saw other bears there and decided to introduce myself.  "Hello there," I said.  There was no response.  Hmm.  Maybe this one was taking a nap.

I approached another bear.  "I'm Ajdin, nice to meet you," I said, extending my paw for a pawshake.  He also did not move.  How strange!  

I looked around and realized that none of the stuffies were moving.  All of them were flat like a pancake and equally unresponsive.  I immediately administered CPR.

Then I saw a sign.  FLUFF ME.  Ahhh, everything makes sense now.  These stuffies have not been fluffed yet.

This is the fluffing machine.  Inside it contains heart stuff and constantly tumbles around to keep everything nice and fluffy.

Then I saw an open heart surgery taking place (don't worry, the bear was under honeythesia).  This nice surgeon asked if I would like to be restuffed or if I wanted extra curves in some places.  A quick glance in a nearby mirror confirmed that I was still not quite beach body ready.

"Thanks," I said, "but I like myself just the way I am."

These are some beating heart "pacemakers" that some stuffies have inside of them.

I made a new friend.  This is Phil.  He's a punk rocker about to go on tour with his band.  He had some tattoos on his feet.  I asked my mom if I could get some tattoos also but she said no.

Phil explained that there are computers to help new stuffies decide on a name.  You can also print out a bearth certificate.

Look at all these cool clothes.

Even more clothes!  Maybe I will be able to finally find some pants.

Howdy!  How do I look in this hat?

Or perhaps a black leather motorcycle jacket?  Complete with a motorcycle!   VROOM VROOM...

I also saw some military bears including a Navy SEAL (Salmon Exploration And Location).  He said they also have a unit called the Navy BEARs (Beehive Exploration and Reconnaisance).  How handsome a bear in uniform looks.  "Thank you for serving our country," I said.  I gave them a salute.

"Roger that!" they responded.

Perhaps I could join the Bearines also?

Then I saw a New Yorker bear.  "LIBEARTY AND JUSTICE FUR ALL!" he proclaimed.

I went to the dressing room and started trying on some outfits.  There were so many outfits to choose from.  Which one was I going to get?  And would I finally put on a pair of pants?

TO BE CONTINUED...