Hey there Pandas,

Have any of you seen Carl lately? I think he’s up to something…in fact, I know it.

What are you talking about? Don’t you think he has his hands full looking for his beloved Pompoms?

Something funny is going on with him. I got up really early this morning to go see Kamaria in the castle. I’ve had the sniffles for the past couple days and haven’t been able to sleep so well. I wanted to take a steam bath to clear my sinuses up, but I was all out of oil. Kamaria always has a good stock of this kind of stuff, so I payed her a little visit.

While I was passing the pet shop on the way, I noticed a Panda race right in front of me into the ice cream parlor. I saw that it was Carl, so I followed him right into the library.

I can’t believe Carl was up so early. He’s the type that likes to sleep in.

That’s what I was thinking! Anyway, he went to the bookshelf and took something out of one of the books. I wanted to know what he was up to, so I creeped up behind him and then tapped him on the shoulder. Boy, did that give him a scare! It was great. Then Carl started stuttering and said he was looking for a cook book and then suddenly ran out again. At six in the morning?! I don’t believe a word he says. He’s up to something, wouldn’t you say, Ella?

You’re right, it does sound very suspicious. But I’ll give him the benefit of a doubt. Maybe he’s cooking up something tasty for the Pompom party on Sunday in the disco. You Pandas won’t want to miss it. We stopped by yesterday for a glass of soda and Max tried out a few dance moves.

Now we’re off to collect more Pompoms. I want that prize!

Be good Pandas,

Max and Ella