
How?
By norse code!
Ah, Nordic humor. Buuuurrrrr.

Did it go by fast because you were having so much fun?
Fast is fast, no matter how fun it is.

Guess which historical figures I admire?
Plato?
Too old.
Napoleon?
Too short.
Michelangelo.
Just right! An artist whose style I continue to appreciate.

Salty - even for an ocean.
The more salt, the better things float!
So the Atlantic is also the floatiest ocean?
I don't think that's a real word.

It's easy. Just float.
Here's a tip, bro: stay low and then fire up when you need to.
I see. I will master this soon enough.

Piece of cake!
With the right moves, you can make it float on air!
Go long, SWIMMINGTON!
Oh dear!

Where could GILBERT have gone to? Can you hear me GILBERT?
He's definitely missing. And probably still lost in the maze.
It's our duty to find him!
Right on!
Let's go!

Who wants to help me clean up after the Talent Show?
Um, I'm busy practicing guitar.
I haven't heard any noise…
Maybe he was practicing air guitar.

New kinds of sports!
New friends!
New animals!
Cute ones I hope!

I'm clearing my email inbox.
Running out of space?
Yes. My correspondences are long and numerous.
Way to share the knowledge with friends!
I just try to keep up with my public.

A good hike is a splendid idea.
I'll go, but no snakes…
Sounds like no fun.
Maybe baby snakes. That are sleeping.
I'll grab my gear.

Once upon a time in an ancient kingdom …
…there was a knight and his loyal horse…
…who rode to save a maiden…
…from a scary dragon…
…with blue flames and laser teeth…
…who disliked fairy tales.
Ha!

The Blue Whale is the biggest animal in the world.
Why are they so big?
Cool.
Big oceans need big whales in them. Maybe from eating so many little fish?
I'll buy that.

While writing my novel, I noticed you were all characters.
Um, thanks?
We certainly have great personalities.
I hope you treat us well.
You're all a big part of the plot.

I always wanted to start a small business. Any ideas?
Under the Bed arts and crafts?
Interesting.
Under the Bed tours!
I do enjoy sharing knowledge.

Timing is everything.
No, speed is everything.
And friends.
Speedy friends who are always on time.
Yup, that's everything.

What should you always bring when you're going to the great outdoors?
Water?
Some people would say a compass… not me!
Good shoes.
A sense of adventure!

He's got all kinds of skills.
Ah, I see. A renaissance man like myself.

If you wrote a book, what would the first line of your book be?
"First, I'd like to thank my friends."
Awwwww. How sweet.
I'd start "Once upon a time…"
"My story begins in outer space…"
Excited to find out what happens next, XTREME.

Spooky things are in the night.
Ghoulish ghouls that scare and fright.
Ahh, a Halloween poem. Who will take the next line?
Ghost and goblins…this is getting too scary. I need to leave now.

Hard to argue with that.
It was unforgettable.
What? I don't remember.

Oh they don't drink tea, they just sniff at the cups.
Ah, of course.
They do enjoy the stuffed carrots.
Who doesn't?

Math. Gotta love the logic of numbers.
Science!
P.E. and History.
Does recess count?
I suppose…

A picture is worth a thousand words.
Then prepare for the words to flow!

I'm stepping down as the president of our picture book club. Shall we elect a new leader?
Yes! Let's have campaigns and an election!
Who will speak first?
I nominate BROOKE.
I accept.

Today I'm celebrating the contribution of trees.
How are you celebrating exactly?
I've found some chopsticks and I sing to them.
You are one of a kind, SWIMMINGTON.
Why, thank you.

I always knew you had it in you.
I'm quite the maestro, when I want to be.

I enjoy strolls Under the Bed on crisp fall days.
I enjoy sunsets Under the Bed.
Me too, as long as it doesn't get too bright for my eyes.
Try sunglasses.

I'm learning to speak French. Who wants to practice?
Bonjour!
Ah yes! That means hello.
I can speak French!

While animals prepare for winter, I prepare for the library.
What's the best way to prepare for the library?
Oh, I just dust the books.
Do you hoard books, like a squirrel that hoards nuts?
No. Not unless I'm making a book fort.

Shall I begin writing an official history of Under The Bed?
Begin at the beginning.
Make sure you get the parts about me right!
CORAL, I'll need to interview you.
Ask away. I'm an open book.

Ten games, nice.
As you would say SWIMMINGTON, very respectable.

I'm off to listen to my collection of vinyl recordings.
What's vinyl?
An old-fashioned way to play recorded music. It's a plastic disc with grooves that are read by a needle.
Whoa! That sounds like real ancient technology!
Do you have any rock albums?
Rock music? I should say not!

It was great learning about plants and animals.
Next time it can be outside.
I'm used to speaking in front of diagrams.
Yes, but we want a field trip.
Yeah.
I will start preparing now then!

This week I'll begin writing my memoir.
What's a memoir?
It's a book about a person's life, written by that person.
What part of your life will you write about?
The boring part, probably.
Ha! Every day has been an adventure, brother!

Did you know Leonardo Da Vinci invented a wide variety of things - from musical instruments to flying machines? [Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonardo_da_Vinci]
Did any of his flying machines actually fly?
They flew straight out of his imagination.
And right into the history books! He was a truly creative mind.

I remember.
What's up guys? Oh? My first pogo stick? Ah the memories.
Do you remember breaking your own record?
I remember being stuck and then falling over.

What are his books like?
The scenes are dark but the characters are so alive!
He's written a lot of books. Which one should I start with?
Great Expectations is my favorite.

Waiting for an opportunity to wear my monocle.
What's a monocle?
Half of a pair of glasses.
So you can see half of everything.
Which half?
The funny half!

Ahh. Time for some peace and quiet.
We can't have that. I'll be right over.
I'm warning you, brother.
;)

Hey, what are you trying to say?
Well, it can be quite a circus at times.
I like the circus.
Me too.
We need some elephants around here.
We might need a bigger bed for that.

Found an old bookshelf and some classics.
Oh! Which ones?
I will not tell. But, I plan to go through them shortly, if you'd like to join.
Mysterious. Fine, you have my curiosity. See you soon.

Last night I had a dream…
Was I in it?
Were you flying?
Were you being chased by angry blobs?
No, I dreamt that I was sound asleep with no interruptions. How glorious!
Angry blobs would have been cooler.

Spring is in the air. A season for new beginnings.
And pretty flowers.
And great smells!
Plus rain. And thunder!
Thunder!? Go back to the pretty flowers.

Yeah, more putting together and less ripping apart would be good.
He gets a little excited.
It's a puzzle. Who wouldn't be excited?
<- this dude.

Happy birthday William Shakespeare!
Ooh! How old is he?
Well, he was born in 1564, so that would have made him 448.
Wow. We better get him something good.

Five!!!
Six!!!
Fore, not four!! It's a golfing term...
Seven!!! Am I too late?
Sigh.

Off to do some bird watching. Today, I hope to spot the elusive Yellow-bellied Sapsucker.
Sapsucker. Ew.
Sounds like a beautiful creature to me.
It is indeed. You should tag along.
Count me in.

Another April Fool's Day comes to an end. Thank goodness. Such silliness.
You might want to double check your bed tonight...
You better be joking, brother.
Ha ha. We shall see.

Il est très beau
Huh?
It means "it is very beautiful" in French.
Impressive.
Merci.

Look out! Splat.
Not this time, brother.

Tennis anyone?
FINN and I will play doubles. Do you have a partner?
I'll play.
Looks like we accept your challenge.

As they say, March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.
What happens to the lion?
It's dressed in the lamb costume.
That's still scary.

Good luck, bro. You will need it.
No luck needed here. My skill will win the day.

The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain.
Is that a nursery rhyme?
It's an exercise for practicing your diction.
Ooh. I like exercise. But I don't care for rain.

Wow, that's really good.
Thank you.
I don't know. I like you better covered in paint.
Very funny, brother.

Today feels like the perfect day for a crisp winter hike.
I've got my hiking stick.
I've got my hiking pack.
I've got my um...hiking...pillow. I don't hike much.

Groundhog Day is almost here. What do the fates have in store?
6 more weeks of winter is okay. I like winter. Snowmen, getting cozy...ooh, and sledding.
Although spring is pretty great, too. Flowers, birds, baseball...
Summer is my favorite, though. Sunshine, longer days...what were we talking about?

Oops.
XTREME close-up. I like it.
Your eye really stands out in that picture.
Aw, thanks.

Hats off to a memorable 2011!
Also known as the "Year of XTREME."
Year of XTREME? I'm afraid I've never heard it called that.
You just did.

All the world's a stage.
Oh, that's nice. I like that.
It's Shakespeare. You have good taste.

I'm not usually one for rock 'n' roll, but I must admit I'm hooked on Rock Star Challenge.
Are you becoming a rocker? Hehe.
And what may I ask is a rocker?
Someone who really knows how to rock out!
I see.

Great pic. Italy is beautiful.
I miss it so.
Look out! That building is about to fall on you!
Very funny.

I'm planning a reading of some of my favorite classics later this month.
Zzzzzzz…snooze.
You could learn a thing or two, brother.
I'll be there!
Me, too!

Good job!
Why thank you. I quite enjoy the cinema.
What's the cinema?

I consider myself a stern, yet fair judge of talent. I expect impressive performances.
You better give me a high score, dude.
I do not play favorites, brother.
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