The Helping Paw badge

Today, Bear Cub Scout Leader Uncle Tibbs called an important meeting.  So I put on my cub scout uniform.

"I called this meeting today because I have some exciting news to share with you, Ajdin," he said.

I began to feel beary excited.

"There is a new Bear Cub Scout badge that you can earn.  It is called the Helping Paw badge."  He showed me what the badge looked like.  It was a badge in the shape of a bear!

"Uncle Tibbs, that is a fantastic badge!" I exclaimed.  "How do I earn it?"

"The recipient of a Helping Paw badge must show bravery and courage to help someone else.  It is not an easy badge to earn," he said.

"Uncle Tibbs, do you need help with anything?" I asked.

"Hmm... I can't say that I do, Ajdin."

"Are you SURE?" I asked again.

"I am okay right now, Ajdin, but thanks for asking."

I was eager to get this badge, so I decided to ask Ooogie if he needed help.

"Noooooooooo, thaaaaaaaaaaaanks," he answered.

Then I asked Flops if he needed help.

"I don't need help... *crunch* ....but thanks for asking...*crunch*," he said as he munched on a carrot.

I began to feel a little discouraged.  I really wanted this special badge.  Finally, I asked my mom if she needed help.

It turned out that she did not need help either.

I let out a little sigh.  How was I going to earn the Helping Paw badge if no one needed any help?

My new outfit

After trying on several outfits at the Build-A-Bear store, I finally found something that I liked.  My mom bought it for me and we took it home.  I guess I should model it for you.

But I have to take off my shirt first.  Ungh, my head is too big and my arms are stuck.

Okay, now I am naked like Uncle Tibbs.

"I heard that, Ajdin," he said.

Now I will put one sleeve on...

...then the other...

...then I fasten this little red kerchief in front...

...and there you have it!  This is my bear cub scout uniform - I am joining the cub scouts.  It has two little pockets in front which are great for storing honey packets and small fish.  It also has a paw print patch on the left hand side.  I like it beary much.

So... did you think I was going to get pants?  I think it's a big change to go from no pants to pants.  I personally like the freedom I have with no pants, but maybe I will try them one day.