The Purple Cake

Posted on October 5, 2015 by sumi

So I’m in Hong Kong.

I wasn’t expecting to be in Hong Kong. To be honest, I don’t think my bud planned for us to be in Hong Kong either. But somehow it happened. These things seem to happen with us.

One day we were happily gaming in the comfort of our home and then the next Pokin packed up and moved to Hong Kong to go live in a closet. A few weeks later, it was our turn. I understand this move was caused by a last minute decision to apply for some Smart Cities program in Hong Kong? I didn’t like it but they got into their program, and were crazy enough to say yes.

I remember Hong Kong, I’ve was just here last year. It was crowded and small and I didn’t get to game. I don’t remember liking Hong Kong.

I think Pokin knew I wasn’t going to be too thrilled with it, so she tried to bribe me with cake when I arrived.

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She also mentioned it was my bud’s birthday.

Right, of course it was. And of course that’s important, but I knew really she was trying to make sure I felt good about the decision. It was a nice effort, but she got me a purple cake. PURPLE? It was grape flavoured. There wasn’t an ounce of cocoa in it!! Well happy not-good-enough-birthday for my bud Nicholas!

At least it’s just my bud and I for the next few months. No other bears. No bunny.

At least it’s a few months of bear and bud bonding time.

Annnnd right about then I hear Peep.

Of COURSE that jerk bunny stowed away in the suitcase and came along. Of course. PEEP I don’t know what to say to you.

“About the bears” says Pokin.

Figures that even in Hong Kong there’d be more bears. Turns out Duffy’s been living in the hotel while I’ve been gone. He showed up thanks to Pokin’s cousin Shirley. Well at least he looks up to me. Duffy realizes that Big Daddy Sumi towers over him in size and seniority.

Well time to make the best of the situation. These months better pass quickly!

We’ve got bees

Posted on September 8, 2015 by sumi

First more bears. Then a bunny. A bot. Now Bees.

I don’t need bees. Bees in the house means that my bud has to take care of them which means less time to game with me.

Well bees didn’t get the memo. They lived in the house before we came, and have been unwanted guests ever since.

The latest invasion happened in the roof. So my bud got a bee suit and tried to smoke them out

He asked if I wanted to help. And get honey all over my paws? And give Pokin an excuse to force me to take a bath?

NO Thanks. I’ll watch from the ground.

Smoke those bees out quick though! Gaming doesn’t wait for anybody or any bee.

Uncle Sumi knows what’s up

Posted on August 15, 2015 by sumi

So my bud’s sister’s expecting a kid. Naturally being the generous bear I am, I made my bud go find him a fitting gift.

What gift is more fitting than a onsie with my face on it?

So we went to gift it to his sister.

Look at the size of that belly! It’s bigger than I am!

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Ok kid, just hurry on out so uncle Sumi can teach you a thing or two about the priorities of life.

Like the importance of gaming for starters.

Another day, another road trip

Posted on August 5, 2015 by sumi

My bud’s good friend is getting married in Hood River Oregon, and we’re back on the road again towards the wedding. I made sure to bring my posse. Bud, bunny, bot. Check. Check. Check.

In an effort to avoid our usual route to Oregon (and my least favourite city – Tonopah), we took a route that went through Idaho. Idaho! I’ve never been to Idaho! Maybe it’s cool!

Our first stop was for gas and lunch. And outside the McDonalds were sculptures of bears. That’s cool! Bears are great!

And then we were in Idaho. I was excited. I got out for a photo.

My bud wasn’t as excited. His loss.

Sometime later in the day we finally got to our resting stop for the night. Boise! It was dark. There wasn’t much to see. We tried to go to bed.

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And that’s when I realized my bunny’s got a problem.

There we were claiming our bed and getting ready for bed when I hear Peep.

“Peep” he says.

“Nice job. You found the coffee pot.” I tell Peep. “Now go to sleep. Here, you can even have a coffee cup.”

“Peep” he says. And – he. wouldn’t. stop.

I wouldn’t be surprised if he tried to sneak more coffee in while I was asleep.

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We’re going to need to do something about this. Tomorrow.

I got a new toy I got a new toy

Posted on July 25, 2015 by sumi

My bud’s been working on making me a robot. That’s right, I’m getting an electronic minion.

After my disappointment at not winning a New Matter printer I shelved the idea of printing bear sized objects for me.

And then Nicholas told me we were getting a 3D printer so he could make me a robot. I have the BEST bear bud! Then again he has the best bear any bud could ask for. Because I’m THAT awesome. So really I deserved one.

This whole printer idea was so awesome there were even high-fives at the store during its acquisition.

Yeah my very own 3D printer. I bet I’m the first bear with a 3D printer.

Annnnnnnd then we found out it was broken. The belt screw had snapped from being too tight.

Thankfully 3D printers are capable of printing their own parts. So a little super glue and a lot of time on Skype with the technician later we were back in 3D printing business.

Yay we are printing!

This was exiting for about the first 10 hours. But turns out 3D printing is really slow business. I got tired and made Peep take over.

Annnd about 20 hours later I got my first robot buddy.

Time to print more minions.

I’ve got a new pet and his name is Hoops

Posted on July 24, 2015 by sumi

The other day a cat showed up. I mean, he just walked right in through our garage door and made himself at home.

Well isn’t this cat mighty bold. He even asked for pets.

Well at least unlike those coatis in Argentina this cat lets me pet him. So FINE Hoops, you can come visit.

Summer living at my lagoon

Posted on June 24, 2015 by sumi

The lagoon in my complex finally opened. Time to go enjoy it in style.

Dry bear style. I can people watch from the shore, thank you very much.

You bet I’m your lucky bear

Posted on June 14, 2015 by sumi

So PoOn came to town and Nicholas started talking about his favourite station, the Santa Fe station where he goes to indulge in gluttinous overeating at their ridiculously cheap local’s buffet.

“Has Sumi been there yet?” PoOn asked.

Exactly the right question. Why HAVEN’T I been there yet when it’s my bud’s favourite station?

So it was settled. We were going to Nicholas’ favourite station and I was coming.

Well the buffet was just O.K. Not really much in the way of foods I like, but everyone else seemed to like it fine.

Then it was time for BUFFALO! One of Nicholas’ favourite games at the Station Casino is the Buffalo Slots machine. Because it says BUFFALO!! There was a bears one too but somehow that wasn’t as interesting. Probably because I wasn’t in it.

So we sat down and started gaming. Time to bust out my lucky bear skillz!

And I won! You know it!!!! This game is easy. I should play it more often! Then Nicholas wouldn’t have to raid my bear box as often.

Another bathroom???

Posted on June 4, 2015 by sumi

Nicholas told me he was going to tear up another bathroom. Naturally I don’t approve of the idea, but after seeing the new blinged out bathroom downstairs I decided to help. I’m a helpful bear. Give me that hammer, this is one thing I was MADE for.