This is Lionel Chubs.
Lionel Chubs came to our family in the form of a gift from our good friends; David, Heather, and Luke Steven. Heather was pushing Luke through the store to pick out a present for Noah when Luke pointed and called out, "Lion!" Heather knew at that moment that she had to put the lion in the cart.
As I began to complete the finishing touches on Noah's nursery I recalled my sister always having a toy handy to entertain her boys on their changing table. So, I nestled the lion in a woven basket next to the powder, lotion, and ointment; awaiting his playmate yet to be born.
As Noah grew and grew he required more entertainment whilst his diaper was changed. I pulled the lion, waiting right where I left him, from the basket and nuzzled him into Noah's chest. Noah, with eyes wide and large grin, hugged him. Instant friends.
One morning Nate was completing the typical diaper changing ritual and offered Noah the furry lion. As he did so he explained to Noah that is name was Mr. Chubs. Me overhearing this entered the room and added, "LIONEL Chubs." Because well, he's a lion. To which Nate chimed in, "Lionel Chubs...attorney at Lion." Due to our silliness laughter ensued.
Songs, poems, and stories have been created about Lionel Chubs and he continues to bring a smile to Noah's face, as well as ours, where there was a frown.
So glad to meet you Mr. Chubs, we're so very pleased you've come to stay.
