Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy, Bailey , and Lucy Terrorize the Neighborhood

Twiggy, Lucy , and Bailey

“Hey, Bailey. Have you seen our moo cow impersonations?”

“Boy Twiggy you look more like an oink-oink to me.”

“What’s that on your foot, Bailey?”

“When I was in the hospital they shaved my foot to give me medication.”

“Did you know about the shaved foot, Lucy.”

“Yes, I did Little One. It was necessary.”

“Twiggy, take a look.”

“At what, Lucy?”

“Look at those people over there.”

“What are they doing?”

“Getting ready to attack us.”

“Let’s go get ’em.”

“That a kid. Bark ’em into submission.”

“They are turning away and going somewhere else.”

“Looks like you took care of them, Twiggy.”

“It does doesn’t it.”

“We do have to remain alert, Lucy.”

“I know right? You can never tell when they will be back.”

“If they come back I’m ready for ’em. Does this bulldog stance make me look bigger?”

“Frighteningly so. Little one. Even I wouldn’t mess with you.

55 comments

  1. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Love how Twiggy imitates the bigger dogs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She does for sure. Thanks, Charles.

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  2. Sorryless's avatar

    That is one legit bulldog stance right there! Twiggy doesn’t even need to bother barking them into submission. She just needs to strike that pose.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She still wants to add a little volume to her visual. Thanks, Marc.

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      1. Sorryless's avatar

        She’s a rookie phenom with plenty of upside. She’ll get there!

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  3. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    I certainly wouldn’t mess with Twiggy! Bailey always seems to have her eye on you, John. The weather sure looks beautiful!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Bailey has her eye on me since I am the major medicator. I think she is wondering if another pill in coming. She also hates to be photographed. The weather was beautiful. Today we have high winds and much cooler.

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      1. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

        I hate to be photographed, too!

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  4. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    The Dynamic Duo sure took care of the intruders. Of course Bailey knew the intruders were just innocent passer-bys.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes she did but needs to make sure Twiggy is well trained in the art of danger avoidence.

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      1. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

        Twiggy has good teachers!

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          She does. Thanks, Frank

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  5. shoreacres's avatar

    I was desperately afraid of dogs as a kid. If I’d come upon that pair while walking to school, I would have been in Flour Bluff by the time you took the last photo, and still going! They’re the gruesome twosome, for sure: at least, by appearances. Of course, as we all know, appearances can be deceiving.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      As far as these two go their bark is the worse than bite. In fact they have no bite.

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  6. Victoria Ray NB's avatar

    haha she looks frightening on the last pic :))

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know right? 😀

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  7. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    What an adorable pup Twiggy is. Her “Bulldog” stance is perfect! She could be a show dog. Beautiful interaction!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jan. Even though she is a rescue she has papers.

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  8. coldhandboyack's avatar

    That is a beautiful stance.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      As you know and appreciate. Thank you, Craig.

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  9. Teri Polen's avatar

    Twiggy’s bulldog stance is terrifying!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Scares me. Thanks, Teri.

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  10. Staci Troilo's avatar

    Ah, Twiggy. She’s fearsome! Such good guard dogs you have. Wishing all of you the happiest of holidays.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Staci. I wish you and yours a Happy Holiday.

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      1. Staci Troilo's avatar

        🎄 🤗 💚

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  11. Dan Antion's avatar

    I’d say you have no safety concerned to worry about, John. The little one has you covered. Love that stance – she’s got that down perfect.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She does. Thanks, Dan

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  12. Mae Clair's avatar

    Wow, Twiggy is a fierce one. What an awesome bulldog stance.
    And so lovely to see Bailey sunning in the yard!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She does love the sun. Thanks, Mae.

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  13. Anneberly's avatar

    I love the interactive storyline.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you so much for the visit, Anneberly. I visited your blog aand hope you never give up the magic of your writing. You have a lot to offer and I think you have found a new path to happiness.

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      1. Anneberly's avatar

        Thank you so much. Your words are heartfelt, I appreciate your kindness. (Have to admit it choked me up a bit.) 😁

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          You have an element of moxie that is a strength. Getting your degree under your circumstances is evidence. We writer’s need a lot of moxie. Best wishes to you.

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        2. Anneberly's avatar

          Best wishes to you.

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

    I’m glad they are keeping you safe:)

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes. Haven’t had a monster problem since they arrived. Thanks, Denese.

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  15. Jacquie Biggar's avatar

    Bailey looks peaceful. Good thing Twiggy is there to keep everyone safe 🙂
    Happy holidays, John. I plan on reading The Contract in the next few days.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Bailey loved the sun and yes she is at peace. Thanks, Jacquie.

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  16. noelleg44's avatar

    Love to see that the dogs have the most important thing – protection of their property – come first in their attention. Do you think they could be distracted with Milk Bones?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They would be bought off in a heartbeat by milkbones. Thanks, Noelle.

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  17. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Thanks for this lovely visit with the girls, John. Great big hug.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Hugs back, Teagan

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  18. Debbie's avatar

    Such fearsome (and fearless) protectors you have, John! Nice to see their guard-dog stances are working so well, too.

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  19. Jennie's avatar

    Twiggy, I think you are a big girl! And I hope Bailey is better, good to see her outside.

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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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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for the reblog, Traci.

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      1. Traci Ashbe's avatar

        You’re welcome, John!

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  20. Unknown's avatar

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for the reblog, Traci

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  21. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    Lovely to know you are so well protected, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Isn’t it? We are very thankful. Thank you, Robbie.

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