Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy

September 19, 2019 · by John W. Howell · in A Little Personal · 71 Comments

“I suppose we ought to be quiet and not wake the pups.”

“They get enough naps. You don’t have to be quiet.”

“Whoa, what was that Lucy?”

“Mom and the Boss passing through.”

“Looks like rise and shine time, Lucy.”

“Hmmm.”

“Time to get up and play with me.”

“Five minutes more Little One.”

“Come on. We have things to do.”

“Things? What kind of things. We’re dogs, remember?”

“Where did you go, Kiddo?”

“I’m over here by the toy basket.”

“I’m hunting for the perfect toy for us to play with together.”

“Just can’t wait.”

“I can’t find what I’m looking for. Is it on the couch?”

“Jump up there and see.”

“Here’s Dad. Can you see if Octopus is on the couch.”

“I passed Octopus in the hall.”

“Could you go get it?”

“Um. Are your feet okay?”

“I get it, Dad. I’m going. Geez, I have to do everything.”

Tags: A little personal, author, books, Circumstances of Childhood, fiction favorites, His Revenge, John W. Howell Author, Lucy, My GRL, Our Justice, The Contract with Gwen Plano, thriller fiction, Twiggy

71 comments

Jill Weatherholt · September 19, 2019 - 4:11 am ·

Aw…this was so sweet, John! Lucy’s expressions are hilarious! Happy Thursday. 🙂

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Writer Lori · September 19, 2019 - 4:43 am ·

Dear Lord, but those two are sweet!

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:35 am ·
  
  Thank you, Lori. They are.
  
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kethuprofumo · September 19, 2019 - 4:58 am ·

Ha-ha-ha! The French fries made them exhausted! I’m glad to learn that Mr. Octopus has returned from his vacations 🙂 The hedgehog’s countenance is amazing too!

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:34 am ·
  
  Yes, Mr Octopus is in play. Thanks, Maria
  
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  1. kethuprofumo · September 19, 2019 - 2:01 pm ·
    
    Great! Welcome back! 😉
    
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    1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 5:37 pm ·
      
      He is always here, just rests sometimes.
      
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    2. kethuprofumo · September 20, 2019 - 5:09 am ·
      
      Of, course! At his age! 🙂
      
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    3. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 8:34 am ·
      
      I know, Right?
      
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    4. kethuprofumo · September 20, 2019 - 1:19 pm ·
      
      Without saying, dr. John!
      
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    5. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 4:00 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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Gwen M. Plano · September 19, 2019 - 5:11 am ·

How can anyone resist Twiggy’s pleas? Too sweet! Have a wonderful day, John.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:17 am ·
  
  Sometimes it is hard. Especially when she adds a nerve-wracking whine. Have a great one too.
  
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Victoria Ray NB · September 19, 2019 - 5:32 am ·

Surrounded by toys 🙂 cute!
well, thats how it is in the life of dogs – the youngest is working the most 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:16 am ·
  
  The youngest has the most energy. Thanks, Victoria Ray.
  
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  1. Victoria Ray NB · September 19, 2019 - 3:18 pm ·
    
    I’m not sure…I have 2 guests: 18,17yo girls, and they are the most “tired” people ever 🙂 sleeping until 12 lol 😂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 5:33 pm ·
      
      Yeah well, they need their rest. Life is so hard
      
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    2. Victoria Ray NB · September 20, 2019 - 2:24 am ·
      
      😂😂👌
      
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    3. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 8:39 am ·
      
      🛌
      
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Liz Gauffreau · September 19, 2019 - 5:33 am ·

I’ve been waiting for a Lucy and Twiggy appearance–I’ve missed them!

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:16 am ·
  
  Hahaha. Thanks, Liz.
  
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Charles Yallowitz · September 19, 2019 - 6:03 am ·

Cute ending on this one.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:15 am ·
  
  Thank you, Charles.
  
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GP Cox · September 19, 2019 - 6:08 am ·

Too bad kids don’t get that message, eh?! Cute.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:15 am ·
  
  They push the envelope. Thanks, GP
  
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Sorryless · September 19, 2019 - 6:57 am ·

Buahahaha!

I can’t fault Twiggy for trying.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:14 am ·
  
  She does try for sure. Thanks, Marc.
  
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  1. Sorryless · September 19, 2019 - 8:18 am ·
    
    So adorable.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:58 am ·
      
      😊
      
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shoreacres · September 19, 2019 - 7:21 am ·

I looked at the first two photos and thought, “What? Did they eat all the french fries?” I’m glad to see they’re still around. It would be a shame for this pair to be short on toys!

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 8:14 am ·
  
  Hahaha. Yes, the fries are still here. We actually have a toy reserve in case these toys become too boring. Thanks, Linda.
  
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2. Liz Gauffreau · September 19, 2019 - 4:19 pm ·
  
  Chortle!
  
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thelonelyauthorblog · September 19, 2019 - 8:31 am ·

I rmember how that felt, my daughter waking too quickly from a nap, and me wanting to sleep.
LOL

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:58 am ·
  
  I think we all had that experience, Drew.
  
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Dan Antion · September 19, 2019 - 8:36 am ·

I love it when they dump the toy basket and sift through for just the right things. Twiggy is so cute, and I think you nailed the dialog, John. The toy Maddie wants is always under the couch.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:57 am ·
  
  Yes, we have the couch situation as well. Twiggy simply barks until we get it. (Even though she has plenty of room to get it herself)
  
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Debbie · September 19, 2019 - 9:01 am ·

Aw, Dallas has an octopus, too — name’s Inky. Twiggy would probably feel right at home here, comparing her toy bin with Dallas’s. We’re certainly keeping the pet toy market afloat, aren’t we, John?

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:56 am ·
  
  We should buy some dog toy stock. Of course, buying the toys is the same thing
  
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Natalie Ducey · September 19, 2019 - 9:01 am ·

Priceless! Thanks for the Thursday giggle, John. Cheers! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:55 am ·
  
  Thank you, Natalie. 😀
  
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Teri Polen · September 19, 2019 - 9:16 am ·

You make them work so hard, John, lol.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:54 am ·
  
  I know right? Call the SPCA. Wait I’ll call them myself. 😁
  
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John Fioravanti · September 19, 2019 - 9:37 am ·

Aw gee, Dad, you’re a tough taskmaster! Another adorable post, John. Thanks!

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:53 am ·
  
  Thank you, John.
  
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Darlene · September 19, 2019 - 9:54 am ·

Isn’t it funny how they always want one specific toy? Usually, the one that is missing! They are just adorable.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:53 am ·
  
  Thank you, Darlene. We pull toys up now and then and reintroduce them.
  
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patriciaruthsusan · September 19, 2019 - 10:14 am ·

Those are really cute toys, John. Those companies have some good ideas. Have a great Friday and weekend. 🙂 — Suzanne

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:52 am ·
  
  You as well, Suzanne, Thank you. 😊
  
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coldhandboyack · September 19, 2019 - 10:24 am ·

I used to have one that would put his toys in the basket when told. The knuckleheads I have now don’t have much to put away. We have to watch Frankie like a hawk with toys. It’s so cute how they develop a favorite one.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 10:51 am ·
  
  And the favorite tends to switch around over time.
  
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robertawrites235681907 · September 19, 2019 - 11:46 am ·

Brilliant, John. Are you sure that Twiggy’s name is not really Michael?

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 5:40 pm ·
  
  The angel? Could be actually.
  
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  1. robertawrites235681907 · September 21, 2019 - 12:16 am ·
    
    My son, but the angel is good too.
    
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Jan Sikes · September 19, 2019 - 2:41 pm ·

I swear, these two are just like children. And look at the mess they leave. Just like kiddos! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 5:34 pm ·
  
  They are. Cant train them to pick up and put away a toy either. Thanks, Jan
  
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D. Wallace Peach · September 19, 2019 - 4:04 pm ·

What cute pups, John. Someone is clearly done with naptime. 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 5:11 pm ·
  
  Iy looks that way. Thank you, DWP for the visit and comment
  
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Andrew Joyce · September 19, 2019 - 4:15 pm ·

Ah … my two favorite dogs. My only complaint is … they have more toys than I do.

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1. John W. Howell · September 19, 2019 - 5:10 pm ·
  
  Don’t feel bad. They have more toys than anyone.
  
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Bernice · September 19, 2019 - 6:12 pm ·

How adorable!

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1. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 8:43 am ·
  
  Thank you so much for the visit and comment, Bernice.
  
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Teagan R. Geneviene · September 19, 2019 - 6:28 pm ·

A pup’s work is never done. 😀
When I moved, I put all of Crystal’s bouncy balls, jingle balls, plastic rings, and corn husks into a gallon Ziploc bag. (Okay, there was a second package for more toys.) Anyhow a friend with 3 cats saw the bag and commented on how many toys Crystal has. Next time I’ll reference Twiggy’s basket. LOL. Great big hug!

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1. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 8:42 am ·
  
  Show them the photo. Or just look up spoiled in the dictionary and Twiggy’s picture will be there.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · September 20, 2019 - 12:17 am ·

That is a very familiar inquiry about the feet…lol.

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1. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 8:40 am ·
  
  😁
  
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  1. D.L. Finn, Author · September 20, 2019 - 10:54 am ·
    
    🙂
    
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aFrankAngle · September 20, 2019 - 5:56 am ·

Hey – you can’t blame Twiggy because it seems you woke her up!

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1. John W. Howell · September 20, 2019 - 8:30 am ·
  
  That is true. Thanks for the clarity, Frank
  
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Jennie · September 21, 2019 - 6:52 am ·

Adorable, John. I hope Twiggy never grows up.

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1. John W. Howell · September 21, 2019 - 7:57 am ·
  
  Me too. Thanks, Jennie.
  
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  1. Jennie · September 21, 2019 - 8:00 am ·
    
    You’re welcome, John. 🙂
    
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