Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy, Bailey, and Twiggy Play Inside

“Fe fi fo fum. I smell the blood of a Frenchie.”

“You are supposed to rhyme with fum. Like Englishman.”

“To really rhyme with fum I’d have to say Frenchie bum.”

“Aw, now that would not be nice.”

“Well I’m just sayin'”

“Have I shown you my latest wrestling hold? I call it the jaw lock.”

“Have you seen my latest? I call it the step over chokehold.”

“Yak. I can see it is a good one.”

“Say, Uncle.”

“Oh my gosh.  What if I don’t say, Uncle?”

“I may have to give you a hug.”

“Okay then. I’ll Take the hug.”

“Why don’t you see what Bailey’s doing.”

“Good idea.”

“Hey, Bailey. What’s up?”

“Just finished a delicious breakfast, Little one. I was thinking of a nap.”

“Looks like a good day for it?”

“That’s what I was thinking.”

“You doing okay?”

“I feel great Little Stuff. Just need to get rested and build my strength.”

“Twiggy was right. It is a great day for a nap. In fact, I should be taking a sunbath outside.”

“You want to go out, Bailey?”

“Yes, Pops. Thanks.”

“Ah. Now we’re talking.”

77 comments

  1. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen Plano · ·

    Lovely story, John. Your three pups are so polite, which is quite the tribute to you and the producer. Enjoy the sunshine! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen. Lucy and Twiggy have certainly bonded. 😊

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  2. Dina's avatar

    Simply wonderful. ❤ Such adorable, absolutely gorgeous creatures with a good-humoured daddy! 🙂
    Thanks for the smiles, all four of you. 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for your lovely comment, Dina. Always nice to have you visit. 😊

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  3. Victoria Ray NB's avatar

    happy napping…I’m on the way too, Bailey haha
    where’s my pillow 🤪🧐

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Sleep well, Ray. 😴

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  4. patriciaruthsusan's avatar

    Good pictures on a lovely day, John. 🙂 — Suzanne

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Suzanne. 😁

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  5. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    This is better than watching TV! Great photos, John. Tell the producer I love those chairs! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She says thank you, Jill. 😁

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  6. Fictionophile's avatar

    Bailey is looking good after her ordeal. 🐕💕

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She is doing quite well. We are very happy she is eating. Thank you Lynne. 😊

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  7. Dan Antion's avatar

    These guys certainly know how to make the best of a day. So cute. I’m glad you/they had some sunshine. Maybe I need a nap.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Dan. 😁

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  8. GP's avatar

    Great to see Bailey again!
    To rhyme we have to say Englishmum? 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So right. BTW. I liked your suggestion about the Friday Fictioneers prompt. I didn’t reply cause I got real busy. Will look at that one as well. Thanks, GP

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  9. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    As usual, I’m with Bailey and the nap idea. 🙂

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  10. Staci Troilo's avatar

    So nice to see the girls enjoying the day.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Staci. Was a great day. 😀

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  11. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    As always, these girls melt my heart. Thank you for sharing!

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  12. Almost Iowa's avatar

    Every once in a while, I will catch Scooter with a flying power body-splash…..then I tell him to say, “Uncle”. Unfortunately, he has never been able to pronounce the word.

    Poor Scooter [but he gets even by chewing my boots]

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  13. shoreacres's avatar

    It’s so good to see Bailey back home, and good to read that she’s eating. She certainly looks content in that sunshine. As for the other two — well, what can I say? They’re like siblings of every species!

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  14. Natalie Ducey's avatar

    Wonderful to see them all together again, John. Cheers to that! 🙂

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  15. Teri Polen's avatar

    Had to laugh at the Frenchie bum comment, lol.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      LOL. Thaks, Teri. 😀

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  16. coldhandboyack's avatar

    Twiggy looks like such a fun dog.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She is so much fun and also a devil (you know how that is)

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  17. thelonelyauthorblog's avatar

    Love their playfulness.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That they are. Playful that is.

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  18. D.L. Finn, Author's avatar
    D.L Finn, Author · ·

    Love the wresting match and I agree it’s a good day for a nap.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Denise.

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  19. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    They are so *squeee* my head might explode. And there’s nothing better than a sunny day on the grass. Thanks for this sweet tranquil moment, John. Wishing all of you a thriving Thursday. Great big hug.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Big hug, back. Thank you for the lovely comment.

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  20. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    Bailey looks happy in the sun – good medicine. The other two keep each other entertained and let Bailey nap.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes they do. Lucy and Twiggy run all over the place. Thanks, Jo.

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  21. Jacquie Biggar's avatar

    I love how Bailey sprawls out, lol. They’re sure cute, JohnQ

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We call that position frogger doggie.

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  22. C.E.Robinson's avatar

    So cute! Love your dog family, John! Christine

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Christine.

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  23. Vashti Q's avatar

    Aw, so sweet and cute. I love this episode, John. I’m happy to see that Bailey’s doing better. ❤ xo

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      1. Vashti Q's avatar

        You’re welcome. ❤ xo

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  24. Kira's avatar

    Oh my goodness, they are too cute!! I am so glad to see that someone else writes running commentary for their dog’s actions. I feel much more normal now 🙂 thoroughly enjoyed this.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Well, if you look to me as an example of normal I might suggest that I represent what could be considered abnormal (by the normal) which is a good thing. If you do running commintary for an animal you are also doing a good thing. Thanks, Kira and welcome back to blogging.

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      1. Kira's avatar

        I tend to fall into the “abnormal” side of the spectrum more often than not. Which suits me just fine! Lol. Thanks John it’s good to be back 🙂

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  25. Jennie's avatar

    Great story, John. Love the games, and Lucy always ends the play with a hug for Twiggy. I’m so glad Bailey is feeling better!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jennie

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      1. Jennie's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  26. Mae Clair's avatar

    So happy to see Bailey sunbathing outside. She looks very content and settled.
    The wrestling moves between Lucy and Twiggy were hilarious!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Mae. Bailey loves the sun.

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  27. circadianreflections's avatar

    The adorable needle is off the chart! I’m glad she’s feeling better. That sun sure looks nice, bet it feels wonderful on her back.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She loves it. Thanks, Deborah

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  28. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Bailey has the right idea … eat, enjoy the sun, take a snooze, and let the two waste their time on each other.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true about the eat, enjoy the sun, and the snooze. She is loving all three.

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  29. Marie A Bailey's avatar

    Love love love this!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      :-D. Thank you.

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  30. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

    Love this, John. These three are not only photogenic, they are superb entertainment, and since it’s Friday now, I think I’m ready for a nap. 🙂 Happy weekend!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha haha. Thanks, lauren.

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  31. dweezer19's avatar

    Sunshine is a great way to feel better.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is, Cheryl. Thanks

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  32. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    I wish I could join them, John. Much better than a boring old office.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They don’t make any money out there though.

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  33. Sorryless's avatar

    John,

    Either submit . . . or get a hug. I like that policy!

    It’s great to see Bailey getting some rays. Sending kisses and hugs . . .

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      :-D. Thank you, Marc.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Traci

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  34. janesturgeon's avatar
    Jane Sturgeon · ·

    💗

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    Jane Sturgeon · ·

    💗

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  36. Dale's avatar

    Love that… quite the “choke hold”… turned into hugs…

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