Thursday – A Little Personal – New Stuff

July 18, 2019 · by John W. Howell · in A Little Personal · 85 Comments

“Let go, Lucy.”

“You let go, Little Potato. Wait, what is that noise?”

“Look, Lucy. Some green stuff.”

“It sure is Little one.”

“OMG, Twiggy. There is a guy with a load of green stuff.”

“Where, Lucy? I don’t see him.”

“You have to look out the door again.”

“Wow. Should I bark him back to St. Louis?”

“Go to the bedroom door and see if he’s still there.”

“Yes, he’s still there.”

“Hold off on the bark. I have a feeling this is a good thing.”

“Hold on, Twiggy. Here’s the Boss. Hey, Boss what’s going on?”

“They are laying the new sod, Lucy.”

“Can we go out and see it?”

“Gotta have leashes. Lots of water flowing.”

“This sure has changed. Where are the mud and burrs?”

“I don’t know, Little one but I like it.”

“Look over there, Lucy. green stuff.”

“The Boss said it was sod. Let’s go look.”

“Wait. This is familiar.”

“It’s grass, Little One. We have grass at last.”

“I don’t know. Walks funny.”

“Than’s cause it’s new. We can break it in.”

“Come on, Lucy. Time to go back. It is so hot.”

“Yeah one more sniff of this beautiful grass, Little one. One more sniff.”

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harmonykentonline · July 18, 2019 - 4:09 am ·

A day sniffing the grass … sounds like fun! lol. Great to see the garden shaping up, John 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:40 am ·
  
  Thank you, Harmony. We are very happy with it.
  
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Writer Lori · July 18, 2019 - 4:14 am ·

Looks beautiful, John! An inviting retreat taking shape….

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:40 am ·
  
  Thank you, Lori. It is.😁
  
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Charles Yallowitz · July 18, 2019 - 5:05 am ·

Congrats on the grass. Hope the heat isn’t too bad.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:39 am ·
  
  Me too. It is only expected to hit 95 for the next ten days. Could be worse. (Whattttt?)
  
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  1. Charles Yallowitz · July 18, 2019 - 9:25 am ·
    
    We have a heat advisory for the weekend. Supposed to feel like 111 degrees.
    
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  2. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:05 am ·
    
    Goodness. I don’t know wht 111 feels like. I guess you’ll find out. 😁
    
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  3. Charles Yallowitz · July 18, 2019 - 11:26 am ·
    
    I’d rather not. 🥺
    
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  4. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 5:24 pm ·
    
    I hear you.
    
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aFrankAngle · July 18, 2019 - 5:36 am ·

Nothing like getting sod in the scorching heat of July …. but hey …. lots and lots of water!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:37 am ·
  
  Yes. So I have been ordered by the landscaper.
  
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  1. aFrankAngle · July 18, 2019 - 2:36 pm ·
    
    Soak it, soak it, soak it. Have you ever dealt with sod?
    
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  2. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 5:21 pm ·
    
    Yes. Soak it. The landscaper set the program and warned me not to mess with it for two weeks.
    
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Jill Weatherholt · July 18, 2019 - 5:37 am ·

Yay! It looks great, John. No doubt the girls will enjoy it. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:36 am ·
  
  I think so too. Thanks, Jill
  
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Gwen M. Plano · July 18, 2019 - 5:40 am ·

Slowly but surely…your own private retreat. It will be beautiful. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:36 am ·
  
  Yes for sure. Thanks, Gwen.
  
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GP Cox · July 18, 2019 - 5:40 am ·

VIOLA!! And it’s suddenly green again!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:35 am ·
  
  Like magic, right? 😀
  
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TanGental · July 18, 2019 - 6:40 am ·

and tada! A garden. Now all you have to do is spend three quarters of your life watering it and you’re done!!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:35 am ·
  
  Yup. Lucky we have an automated system. So it’s just three-quarters of our income. Thanks, Geoff.
  
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kethuprofumo · July 18, 2019 - 7:05 am ·

Inspector Twiggy is on duty! My congratulations, dear John. The grass looks wonderful!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:33 am ·
  
  Thank you, Maria. We love it already.
  
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  1. kethuprofumo · July 18, 2019 - 10:23 am ·
    
    🙂
    
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Dan Antion · July 18, 2019 - 7:21 am ·

Dogs love new sod. I’m very happy for the girls (and for you and the producer). It’s really looking good, John.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:32 am ·
  
  Thank you, Dan.
  
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shoreacres · July 18, 2019 - 7:23 am ·

The thought of the girls “breaking in the grass” is hilarious. I have some visuals in mind that, for your sake, I hope never come to pass!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:32 am ·
  
  ha ha ha. Lucy already wants to know what’s underneath the sod. Told her to get her big fat nose out of there. Thanks, Linda.
  
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Staci Troilo · July 18, 2019 - 8:04 am ·

I remember installing sod in the middle of summer. You’re going to hate your water bill, but I’m glad you can check that off your list. And the girls looks so happy! Thanks for the morning smile.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:29 am ·
  
  Thank you, Staci. Yeah, the water instructions are every day for two weeks. Ugh. But it isn’t like we have a choice. 😁
  
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Mae Clair · July 18, 2019 - 8:10 am ·

Aww, they’re so happy with their grass. It’s great to see the yard “happening” at last!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:27 am ·
  
  It is done. We are so happy. Thanks, Mae.
  
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coldhandboyack · July 18, 2019 - 8:24 am ·

Looking good, and I’m sure the girls will enjoy it.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 8:26 am ·
  
  They already are. Running back and forth like mad women. Thanks, Craig.
  
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Teri Polen · July 18, 2019 - 9:11 am ·

Grass at last! Bet the girls are excited.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:08 am ·
  
  They are for sure, Teri. They do love thir grass.
  
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Sorryless · July 18, 2019 - 9:20 am ·

Grass has made the scene, which is a great chapter in this home make-over. As for the peeps who were delivering the stuff . . . poor peeps in long sleeves! I cannot imagine . . .

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:08 am ·
  
  I know. We provided water and they went through a ton. I think they would rather sweat than get sunburn. Also yard work can be itchy if you have any sensitivity to grass and plants. Thanks, Mark.
  
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  1. Sorryless · July 18, 2019 - 8:10 pm ·
    
    Well that makes sense. They must lose a ton of weight over the summer.
    
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  2. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 8:59 am ·
    
    They do take on the carbs while working.
    
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  3. Sorryless · July 19, 2019 - 9:51 am ·
    
    I would imagine they need to hydrate and fuel up lots. All day . . . whoa.
    
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patriciaruthsusan · July 18, 2019 - 9:53 am ·

I see you have your very own inspectors, John. We used to laugh at the university I went to. The flowers appeared like magic every year at a certain time. 😀 — Suzanne

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:04 am ·
  
  It is like magic, Suzanne. Thanks. 😊
  
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Debbie · July 18, 2019 - 10:04 am ·

Aw, you can just feel their excitement! Dallas refuses to “go” on concrete, so this would have made for a long “dry” spell for him.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:04 am ·
  
  Yes, Lucy is like that. Twiggy could care less. Thanks, Debbie.
  
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C.E.Robinson · July 18, 2019 - 10:11 am ·

Nice yard for you & the doggies! Sounds as if you are settling in nicely! 📚 Christine

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:03 am ·
  
  Looks that way, Christine. Thank you. 😊
  
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Natalie Ducey · July 18, 2019 - 10:19 am ·

It’s coming together nicely, John! Thanks for the Thursday smiles, as always. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:02 am ·
  
  Thank you for letting me know as always. 😊
  
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The Coastal Crone · July 18, 2019 - 10:20 am ·

It is looking good! Just enough grass for the girls and I like the stepping stones and gravel. I see a peaceful space with some special piece that the Producer finds.

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 11:02 am ·
  
  She has the same idea, Jo. Thank you.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · July 18, 2019 - 11:24 am ·

That’s an nice addtion to the yard. Looks great, enjoy!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 5:24 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Denise
  
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Jacquie Biggar · July 18, 2019 - 1:16 pm ·

I’m surprised they didn’t roll in it, lol. Looking good, John 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 5:22 pm ·
  
  Lucy had a nice roll this afternoon. She was so happy.
  
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Charlotte Hoather · July 18, 2019 - 2:31 pm ·

Fabulous garden shaping up, love the low maintenance gravel, I have a tiny balcony from Sept or October when I move with fake grass, no watering, yay!

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1. John W. Howell · July 18, 2019 - 5:21 pm ·
  
  Fake grass is a good thing.
  
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Jan Sikes · July 18, 2019 - 10:02 pm ·

Yippee!! Green grass at last! And yes, I agree with Lucy, it’s hot outside!

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 8:58 am ·
  
  Yes. These two still love to lay in the sun. There is no cabana boy. If so they would be out there for hours.
  
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Author Inspiration and This Week’s Writing Links – Staci Troilo · July 19, 2019 - 12:04 am ·

[…] Lucy and Twiggy Get a Yard | John W. Howell […]

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The Hook · July 19, 2019 - 5:16 am ·

Who doesn’t love new stuff?

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 8:28 am ·
  
  We do for sure. Thanks, Hook.
  
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roughwighting · July 19, 2019 - 6:43 am ·

YAY! Green joy.

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 8:25 am ·
  
  Yes, Green joy.
  
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Jennie · July 19, 2019 - 8:06 am ·

Sod at last! Everyone must be happy, especially the girls. Break it in, ladies!

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 8:21 am ·
  
  Yes …So happy. Thanks Jennie.
  
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  1. Jennie · July 19, 2019 - 12:50 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John! 🙂
    
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circadianreflections · July 19, 2019 - 9:06 am ·

Awww, Grass at last! I bet it does smell good! The yard looks pretty good, John!

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robertawrites235681907 · July 19, 2019 - 10:32 am ·

This looks great, John.

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 5:35 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Robbie.
  
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Teagan R. Geneviene · July 19, 2019 - 10:53 am ·

I love the layout, John — the kitchen & bedroom doors, the big pavers in the gravel. Plus, it’s greening up nicely. It’s a real sniff-o-rama for the pups! Hugs on the wing!

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 5:34 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Teagan. It is a sniff-o-rama for them.
  
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Vashti Q · July 19, 2019 - 1:05 pm ·

Hi, John! Yay, grass! I’m sure the yard smells heavenly too. I love the smell of grass. Lucy and Twiggy must be loving it. Have a wonderful weekend! ❤

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 5:18 pm ·
  
  It smells great. We love it.
  
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Dale · July 19, 2019 - 2:56 pm ·

Looks lovely, John. The girls must be ecstatic!
Gotta give extra cred to anyone who does landscaping in this heat. Ugh.

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1. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 5:14 pm ·
  
  I agree. Wouldn’t want to do it myself.
  
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  1. Dale · July 19, 2019 - 5:20 pm ·
    
    Can’t say I blame ya. Comes a point in one’s life where things get done for you
    
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  2. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 7:50 pm ·
    
    Especially when you need a crane toget out of bed in the morning. 😁
    
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  3. Dale · July 19, 2019 - 7:51 pm ·
    
    Buahaha! You exaggerate…just a tad…
    
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  4. John W. Howell · July 19, 2019 - 7:57 pm ·
    
    I suppose.
    
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noelleg44 · July 21, 2019 - 4:30 pm ·

So nice to see the dogs enjoying the grass! What a perfect treat for them!

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1. John W. Howell · July 21, 2019 - 6:29 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Noelle. They love it.
  
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tracikenworth · July 21, 2019 - 8:02 pm ·

Reblogged this on Where Genres Collide Traci Kenworth YA Author & Book Blogger.

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1. John W. Howell · July 22, 2019 - 8:34 am ·
  
  Thank you, Traci.
  
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