Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy

September 19, 2019 · by · 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.”

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71 comments

  1. Jill Weatherholt · ·

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

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  2. Writer Lori · ·

    Dear Lord, but those two are sweet!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, Lori. They are.

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  3. kethuprofumo · ·

    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 · ·

      Yes, Mr Octopus is in play. Thanks, Maria

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      1. kethuprofumo · ·

        Great! Welcome back! 😉

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        He is always here, just rests sometimes.

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      3. kethuprofumo · ·

        Of, course! At his age! 🙂

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      4. John W. Howell · ·

        I know, Right?

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      5. kethuprofumo · ·

        Without saying, dr. John!

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      6. John W. Howell · ·

        😁

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  4. Gwen M. Plano · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Sometimes it is hard. Especially when she adds a nerve-wracking​ whine. Have a great one too.

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  5. Victoria Ray NB · ·

    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 · ·

      The youngest has the most energy. Thanks, Victoria Ray.

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      1. Victoria Ray NB · ·

        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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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        Yeah well,​ they need their rest. Life is so hard

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      3. Victoria Ray NB · ·

        😂😂👌

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      4. John W. Howell · ·

        🛌

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  6. Liz Gauffreau · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Hahaha. Thanks, Liz.

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  7. Charles Yallowitz · ·

    Cute ending on this one.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, Charles.

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  8. GP Cox · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      They push the envelope. Thanks, GP

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  9. Sorryless · ·

    Buahahaha!

    I can’t fault Twiggy for trying.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      She does try for sure. Thanks, Marc.

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      1. Sorryless · ·

        So adorable.

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        😊

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  10. shoreacres · ·

    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 · ·

      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 · ·

      Chortle!

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  11. thelonelyauthorblog · ·

    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 · ·

      I think we all had that experience, Drew.

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  12. Dan Antion · ·

    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 · ·

      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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  13. Debbie · ·

    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 · ·

      We should buy some dog toy stock. Of course,​ buying the toys is the same thing

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  14. Natalie Ducey · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, Natalie. 😀

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  15. Teri Polen · ·

    You make them work so hard, John, lol.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      I know right? Call the SPCA. Wait I’ll call them myself. 😁

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  16. John Fioravanti · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, John.

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  17. Darlene · ·

    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 · ·

      Thank you, Darlene. We pull toys up now and then and reintroduce them.

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  18. patriciaruthsusan · ·

    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 · ·

      You as well, Suzanne, Thank you. 😊

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  19. coldhandboyack · ·

    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 · ·

      And the favorite tends to switch around over time.

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  20. robertawrites235681907 · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      The angel? Could be actually.

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      1. robertawrites235681907 · ·

        My son, but the angel is good too.

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  21. Jan Sikes · ·

    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 · ·

      They are. Cant train them to pick up and put away a toy either. Thanks, Jan

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  22. D. Wallace Peach · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Iy looks that way. Thank you, DWP for the visit and comment

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  23. Andrew Joyce · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Don’t feel bad. They have more toys than anyone.

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  24. Bernice · ·

    How adorable!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank​ you so much for the visit and comment, Bernice.

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  25. Teagan R. Geneviene · ·

    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 · ·

      Show them the photo. Or just look up spoiled in the dictionary and Twiggy’s picture will be there.

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  26. D.L. Finn, Author · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      😁

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      1. D.L. Finn, Author · ·

        🙂

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  27. aFrankAngle · ·

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

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      That is true. Thanks for the clarity​, Frank

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  28. Jennie · ·

    Adorable, John. I hope Twiggy never grows up.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Me too. Thanks, Jennie.

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      1. Jennie · ·

        You’re welcome, John. 🙂

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