Events unfolded this week at the Abode like an emotional subplot straight out of Toy Story 3.5. While Jen and I were cleaning out closets and drawers in the boy's room we came across a blast from my past in the form of my childhood stuffed-animal mountain lion friend. This particular mountain lion (Pouncer is his name) hadn't seen the light of day in far too long, so I plopped him on the dresser in our room until we could determine a storage location fitting for a feline of his stature.
On the dresser is where he was perched (ready to pounce at any moment) days later when Aiden noticed him. I took Aiden's innocent, "What's that?" inquiry as an opportunity to describe at length Pouncer's extensive personal history, impressive physical abilities, and overall good friend qualifications.
Well, that's all it took. During the last few days Aiden and Pouncer have become fast friends. At sleep or play Pouncer has been a constant sidekick and companion (a perfect Hobbes to Aiden's Calvin if you will). Check it out.
Now, you may be concerned that Brady will be feeling left out that he is not recieving a priceless, heirloom stuffed-animal toy of his own. Let me stop you right there, and introduce you to another friend of mine: Racoonie. Brady, you're welcome.
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Aiden introuduced me to "Pouncer" yesterday when I was picking up Aiden to have him visit us while Jen went for her doctor visit and Rob was getting some much needed sleep after a long hard night of work.
I must say that the old chap has held up quite well and seems to be a constant companion of Aiden.
Racoonie does not seem to have gotten the wear Pouncer has but I am sure Brady will take to the cuddly critter as soon as he is able to hold him.
It is so nice that these specimens were so well preserved for future generations to enjoy!
When I saw Pouncer's picture I gasped, then with Racoonie it is too much! I am so glad Aiden has found Pouncer (or vice versa). Now if only I could find my "special toy" that I left in Kenya, which I still feel sad about.
that is awesome. lucy has aquired bill's stuffed bear (whose original name i forget, but he has been dubbed "daddy bear" since he was passed along)
Rob, I was laughing so hard on reading this post and remembering that we weren't allowed to touch each others "special toy," in your case Pouncer. Did you tell Aiden not to bring Pouncer to college and the abuse Pouncer received when you did?? I guess that may have to wait until he's 18. Love you, Bethany
Bethany, I did mention that it's his job now to take care of Pouncer and make sure that he's ok. As for college, we will have to wait and see- I think having one button for an eye is enough.
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