Thursday – A Little Personal – The Temps Get Better

Lucy and Twiggy

Well, the temperature has definitely improved.  High is to be 79 degrees. Time to play outside.

“Come on Twiggy, let’s play.”

“Yeah, I’m coming. Just checking on Mom.”

Twiggy and Lucy

“What needs checking?”

“You know she loves having me around. I just want to make sure she won’t miss me.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“I can assure you she won’t miss you. She probably welcomes a little alone time.”

“That is hard to believe, but okay. I’ll take your word.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“look at this, Lucy. The lounges are set up.”

“Huh? I thought I saw a bird over here.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“Look, the pillows are on the lounges. I think summer is back.”

“This is still fall, Little One. Don’t be fooled.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“You ought to feel how soft.”

“I know I used to sleep on them.”

“Oh, yeah. They are soft, alright.”

“I thought I heard something.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“Was it Mom crying her eyes out?”

“No. It did sound like she was laughing through.”

Twiggy and Lucy

“Now, I’m concerned.”

“Oh, please, Little Potato. Chill out and take a nap. Mom’s fine. Probably glad to not to have you underfoot.”

“I hope she doesn’t forget me.”

“Take a nap.”

 

 

67 comments

  1. Darlene's avatar

    Glad to see the temps are much better. Enjoy. Dot loves her mom too.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I thnk they all do. Thanks, Darlene.

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  2. Harmony Kent's avatar

    Glad to see the deep freeze has eased up. The rain we have right now feels and sounds like someone’s aiming a full-power fire hose at the gable-end window, lol. Have a good rest of your week, John 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I don’t like rain like that for sure. Hope you stay dry, Harmony.

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  3. janesturgeon's avatar
    Jane Sturgeon · ·

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  4. Writer Lori's avatar

    We’re bound for the Lone Star state next week, John. Heading down to see family, so I am delighted that it’s warming up again. 😊 Love your yard and it looks like the kids do,too. My crew is the same way…pretty sure my heart will break if they are not *right* under my feet, or at the very least within my sight line. How I love these animals….

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They just love their humans. Hope you have a great trip, Lori.

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  5. Keith Edgar Channing's avatar

    79° F is 26° C. Knock off the two and it’s the same as here today – six degrees (that’s 43° in old moneyFahrenheit ).
    Keep it up, though, I shall be in Florida for a few days early next month.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Vacation in Florida? Sounds nice.

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      1. Keith Edgar Channing's avatar

        Not really a vacation, John – family bereavement , but thanks.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Oh no. So sorry.

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  6. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Good to hear and see that the weather is better. Nice to have warmth that doesn’t involve a pile of blankets.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true, Charle. Thank you.

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  7. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    I’m happy to hear your temperatures have warmed up a bit, John. I don’t think anyone could forget Twiggy!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is all in Twiggy’s mind. She is unforgetable.

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  8. GP's avatar

    Isn’t this new weather terrific?! We haven’t hit 80 in over a week and we shouldn’t for at least 5 more days!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes. Same here. Love it.

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  9. Dan Antion's avatar

    I’m glad you put the cushions out for Twiggy, John. She looks like she approves. I thought the photo yesterday with her on the couch pillows, might have been a fluke. I hope the Producer got her Twiggy-Time.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Twiggy loves pillows. The Producer got her alone time. Twiggy time is near 100%

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  10. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Twiggy is so luck to have Lucy around to explain life.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes she is. Lucy has the patience of Job

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  11. Victoria Ray NB's avatar

    TᗯO ᒪᑌᑕKY ᗪOGᔕ 💕💕💕

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know right? 👸

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  12. Sorryless's avatar

    I thought Twiggy was gonna write Mom a letter, LOL

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  13. Marie A Bailey's avatar

    Those are temps I could live with … and our cats! They get cabin fever when they stuck inside. Well, Junior does. The other two just sleep. Glad the girls finally had some quality time outside and your wife had quality alone time 😉

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Marie. 😀 They enjoyed the outing.

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  14. Teri Polen's avatar

    Looks like the girls had a nice day outside. Glad the temps improved for you.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Teri. Feels good to be warm again. 😁

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  15. Billy Ray Chitwoodb's avatar

    Cute! Always, cute!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Billy Ray

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  16. Dale's avatar

    Poor Twiggy really thinks she is indispensable to mom,eh?
    Adorable. And lucky for you re the temps. ‘Scuse me while I fetch my coat…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She is a little delusional for sure. It does feel good to get warm. Thanks, Dale.

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  17. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    Ha Ha! Like Mom could forget that little fur baby! 🙂 Enjoy the temps. They are about to change again. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Well you know how those fur baby’s are. I know changes are coming.

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  18. circadianreflections's avatar

    LOL! Twiggy having a little separation anxiety. She is so cute. Hopefully, your temperatures stay nice for you and you can get out to the lounge and relax and enjoy those cushions along with the girls.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Sounds like a plan. Thanks, Deborah. Twiggy has to be with us 100% or she gets anxious.

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  19. Debbie's avatar

    These two are just sooo cute! Glad they got a nice day to play outside. Up here, as you remember, those are few and far between at this time of year! Your back yard is lovely — lots of work went into that, and I know you’re both glad it’s done so all can enjoy it.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We are glad. The grass is a little disappointing so the landscaper is going to wait until the spring and then see what we need to do. Maybe replace.

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

    Boy, what a change in weather! Glad the girls are enjoying it.

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  21. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Hey, James Bond — that’s one cool wrist-piece. Is Molly secretly “Q”?
    I think you need to reformat this post into a picture book. It’s such a lovely story. Thanks for the Thursday smiles. Hugs on the wing!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Aw. Thank you, Teagan. Hugs to you as well. Yes Molly is Q

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  22. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    Hi John, I am glad you weather is a bit better. The dogs are always so cute. I selected your for #PIF day and will share your posts under that banner. I hope that is the right thing to be doing.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you so much, Robbie. As far as I’m concerned it was perfect. ❤️

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  23. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    There is nothing like warm sunshine to make you feel better!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I’ll say, Jo. Thanks.

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  24. coldhandboyack's avatar

    I swear that’s how dogs actually think. I have one that accompanies me to the bathroom and brings her toy, just in case I need it.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She’s just very concerned that you would be lonely.

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      1. coldhandboyack's avatar

        That might be it.

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  25. kethuprofumo's avatar

    The Sun! What a joy for all, dear John! And no cat pullovers anymore! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That is true until the next time.

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  26. shoreacres's avatar

    I get such a kick out of these two. A nap certainly solves a lot of problems. Lucy’s a wise one.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Lucy believes a nap solves everything. She may be right.

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  27. patriciaruthsusan's avatar

    It looks like some warmer weather before winter sets in, John. These are really cute pictures. It looks like short little Twiggy likes to get higher so she can see more. 😀 — Suzanne

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      That may be true, Suzanne. Thank you. 😊

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  28. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    I always look forward to the latest adventures of Lucy and Twiggy!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Liz. 😊

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  29. Natalie Ducey's avatar

    So cute! No lounge chairs here, John. lol Happy Thanksgiving from Canada. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Natalie.

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  30. roughwighting's avatar

    79 sounds soooo good. My guy and I walked for an hour this morning – 31 degrees. Brrrrrr.

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  31. jilldennison's avatar

    I do love the pups! And I’m glad your weather has finally cooled! So has ours … in the 20s at night, and 30s during the day, though on Saturday it did get up to 42° for an hour or so!

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