Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Warm Again

February 25, 2021 · by John W. Howell · in A Little Personal · 107 Comments

Lucy and Twiggy

“Whoa, Lucy. This ground is warm.”

“Yes, it is. The temp is 81 degrees F today. That’s 27.2 C for our metric friends.”

“Why are you laying there staring at the fence.”

“No reason. I just wanted the sun on my back.”

“I’m not buying it. There must be something over there.”

“There isn’t anything, I promise you.”

“Well, that’s disappointing. I thought you would have a reason for laying that way.”

“Nope, just catching the rays.”

“You lay here if you want. I’m going to check out the patio.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“Hmm, the snow didn’t leave any marks.”

“What? I can’t hear you.”

“Nothing. I was just admiring the vincas. Are these edible?”

“You are mumbling. Come where I can hear you.”

“Okay, I’m here. What’s that over there?”

“Weren’t you saying something about the patio, and now you are wondering what is over there?”

“Well, yes. That’s what I do. Attention isn’t my strong suit.”

Lucy and Twiggy

“Where you going?”

“I need a drink. I’m going into the saloon.”

“Very funny. What’s wrong with a little deficit in the attention department?”

“Huh? I was looking at that shiny thing on the porch.”

“Okay, I get it.”

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

107 comments

harmonykentonline · February 25, 2021 - 4:06 am ·

I’m jealous of that warmth, but I reckon you guys earned a weather break. That’s a big change over a short time, though. I don’t blame the girls for catching some rays while they can 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 6:58 am ·
  
  Lucy loves the sun on her old bones. Thanks, Harmony. 😊
  
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Writer Lori · February 25, 2021 - 4:22 am ·

Glad the girls have some sunshine to enjoy once more, John!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 6:59 am ·
  
  Thank you, Lori. They sure love it. 😁
  
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Jill Weatherholt · February 25, 2021 - 4:49 am ·

Eighty degrees sounds wonderful, John. I love how Lucy and Twiggy are so curious. Of course, Lucy has the right idea. Relaxing with the sun on your back sounds nice. Enjoy!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:00 am ·
  
  That is one of her best tricks too. Thanks, Jill.😊
  
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Gwen M. Plano · February 25, 2021 - 5:00 am ·

Loved this exchange, John. The girls are great teachers about “the little things of life” and how we need to pause and enjoy the moment. Oh, wait, you wrote the dialogue. 😁 Hats off to warmer temps!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:01 am ·
  
  The lesson is still the same though. I follow their lead. Thank you, Gwen. 😊
  
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Darlene · February 25, 2021 - 5:36 am ·

Hose two are so cute together. Attention isn’t our little one’s strong point either. Glad its warmed up for you.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:02 am ·
  
  Thank you, Darlene. We are ready for the warm temps. 😁
  
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GP · February 25, 2021 - 5:36 am ·

Nothing like teaching by example, eh John?

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:03 am ·
  
  The story of Lucy’s life. Thanks, GP. 😁
  
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Joan Hall · February 25, 2021 - 5:40 am ·

Only in Texas do we go from one extreme to the other. I prefer this one over what we had last week.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:04 am ·
  
  Me too, Joan. What a difference for sure. 😁
  
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Charles Yallowitz · February 25, 2021 - 5:52 am ·

Nice to see it’s back to warm weather.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:04 am ·
  
  We are gald. Thanks, Charles. 😁
  
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Liz Gauffreau · February 25, 2021 - 5:57 am ·

I think all the bright sunshine has gone to the girls’ heads.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:05 am ·
  
  That usually happens. Thank you Liz. 😁
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · February 25, 2021 - 7:21 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:54 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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coldhandboyack · February 25, 2021 - 6:35 am ·

Attention isn’t my strong suit. Love it.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:06 am ·
  
  Hahaha. Thanks, Craig. 😁
  
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Teri Polen · February 25, 2021 - 7:20 am ·

I have days when I feel like Twiggy – shiny things and squirrels catch my attention every time. Glad for your warm weather!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:58 pm ·
  
  Me too and thank you, Teri.
  
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robertawrites235681907 · February 25, 2021 - 7:49 am ·

Your weather has gone a bit crazy. From thick snow to 27 degrees Celsius! No wonder the ladies are a little bit all over the place.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:57 pm ·
  
  Yes it is true, Robbie. Sometimes they get very confused.
  
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Mae Clair · February 25, 2021 - 8:27 am ·

It’s so nice seeing the girls in the yard again with temps back where they should be. Twiggy has a lot to check out. No wonder her attention keeps straying!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:57 pm ·
  
  I know. She does take on a lot. I have to say we have been bear free since we got here.
  
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  1. Mae Clair · February 26, 2021 - 9:08 am ·
    
    🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 9:26 am ·
      
      😊
      
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Staci Troilo · February 25, 2021 - 8:27 am ·

We had balmy weather yesterday, too (though not in the eighties). Until it rained. So glad to see the girls enjoying the sun. Scratch their ears from me.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:56 pm ·
  
  They thank you, Staci.
  
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Jan Sikes · February 25, 2021 - 10:00 am ·

What a difference a week makes! I think our weather is not suffering from an Attention Deficit Disorder, but perhaps from Manic Depression. 🙂 As always, the girls are adorable!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:37 pm ·
  
  HaHaHa. Thanks, Jan.
  
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Debbie · February 25, 2021 - 10:15 am ·

I’m with Lucy. Nothing like some nice, warm sun on your back! These days, I’m having to get mine through a south-facing window, but that’s better than nothing. Love Twiggy’s wandering attention!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:36 pm ·
  
  That works too. Thanks, Debbie.
  
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Dale · February 25, 2021 - 10:42 am ·

Love these back and forth chats. Man. I cannot believe you are that warm today! The fluctuation in temps is ridonkulous!
Here? Looks like a beautiful winter wonderland with the snow that fell yesterday. The sky is blue and unfortunately the wind has picked up so all the pretty is already falling. Sigh. I’m bringing my camera with me on my lunchtime walk anyway…

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:35 pm ·
  
  Hope you got a good shot or two.
  
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  1. Dale · February 25, 2021 - 8:39 pm ·
    
    I got so many… I just might have to make a post out of them!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 6:44 am ·
      
      Yes indeed. I always love seeing your photos and more importantly what you write about them. 😊
      
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    2. Dale · February 26, 2021 - 7:18 am ·
      
      Aww shucks. You are the best. I think I shall do a photo share. I’m due 🙂
      
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    3. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 7:46 am ·
      
      Yup. 👏🏻
      
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    4. Dale · February 26, 2021 - 10:22 am ·
      
      😁
      
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Dan Antion · February 25, 2021 - 10:42 am ·

It’s good to see them lounging around in the sun, John. Tell Twiggy that attention to detail isn’t my strong suit either. Oooh, what was that? Gotta go.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:34 pm ·
  
  Haha, Dan😊
  
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B R Chitwood · February 25, 2021 - 10:47 am ·

Gorgeous scenes from an awesome Texas day!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:33 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Billy Ray. 😁
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · February 25, 2021 - 12:06 pm ·

The world needs more doggy saloons I’ve decided. Cute pics, John.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:18 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Denise. You are right about the doggy saloon. 😁
  
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kethuprofumo · February 25, 2021 - 12:14 pm ·

The Twiggy Resort is preparing for welcoming Spring. Be it so, dear John! 🙂 🙂 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:16 pm ·
  
  Yes the resort needs a complete preparation for the spring. The lawn neds to green and the sun to warm. We need flowers too. Thanks dear Maria.
  
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The Coastal Crone · February 25, 2021 - 1:24 pm ·

Yes! Glorious sun and warm temps. We opened the windows today to let in some fresh air. I think the girls prefer warm grass over snow.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:08 pm ·
  
  Yes they do, Jo. Thank you. 😁
  
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noelleg44 · February 25, 2021 - 3:29 pm ·

I love Twiggy’s total disconnects!

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:06 pm ·
  
  I know. She is very happy going from one thing to another. Thank you, Noelle.
  
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  1. noelleg44 · February 26, 2021 - 7:44 am ·
    
    Maybe she had ADD? 🙂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 9:05 am ·
      
      Hahahaha. You think? Thanks, Noelle.
      
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Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections · February 25, 2021 - 3:34 pm ·

Hooray for the warm-up … and as we knew, it would quickly happen after the blast! Twiggy saying she has a short attention span – now that’s quite the understatement.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 4:05 pm ·
  
  Yes it is. 😁
  
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Luanne · February 25, 2021 - 5:02 pm ·

They have the same problem communicating that I do with the gardener. He also mumbles.

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1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 6:00 pm ·
  
  That’s what The Producer tells me.
  
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  1. Luanne · February 25, 2021 - 6:33 pm ·
    
    LOL!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 25, 2021 - 7:54 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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petespringerauthor · February 25, 2021 - 11:28 pm ·

This sounds like a day in our house. My wife and I have a daily contest to see who can say “what” more often than the other. 🤣

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 6:44 am ·
  
  “Huh,” is a big one too. Thanks, Pete. 😁
  
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Victoria Ray NB · February 26, 2021 - 4:34 am ·

the patio – the saloon – the margaritas …OR vice versa – the margaritas – the saloon – the patio? 🙂 any way ends in a good story 😉📚👍

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 7:12 am ·
  
  Hahaha. I think you are right. Each way has a nice outcome. 🤗
  
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  1. Victoria Ray NB · February 26, 2021 - 7:59 am ·
    
    True 😂😂
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 9:08 am ·
      
      😁
      
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patriciaruthsusan · February 26, 2021 - 6:33 am ·

When it heated up, it did it in a hurry. Let’s hope that cold streak doesn’t happen again soon. Have a great weekend, John. 🙂 — Suzanne

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 7:39 am ·
  
  Thank you, Suzanne. Have a good weekend too. 😁
  
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Pit · February 26, 2021 - 8:14 am ·

That was quite a change in temperature, wasn’t it?

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 9:15 am ·
  
  Yes it was.
  
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Vashti Q · February 26, 2021 - 8:45 am ·

I’m so glad Lucy and Twiggy have warm weather again. I thought we had crazy weather here in Florida, but Texas’ weather seems even nuttier. How can you have snow and freezing weather one day and a few days later have 81 degrees F?

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 9:18 am ·
  
  Your question is a good one Vashti. The answer is cause it’s Texas 😂
  
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Sorryless · February 26, 2021 - 8:55 am ·

I relate to the deficit of attention, as my attention was being eaten away by a movie as I tried to write Heroes last night . . . while texting . . while searching eBay . . while, okay you get the point.

As for 27 Celsius . . MUCH better than Fahrenheit.

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 9:25 am ·
  
  Yes indeed on the C to F comparison. I can imagine you can multi-task with the best of them. 😊
  
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  1. Sorryless · February 26, 2021 - 9:37 am ·
    
    I don’t even know I’m doing it most of the time. But still, nothing beats the focus of an early morning with Sinatra and Bustelo to wrap up a post. Nothing.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 5:45 pm ·
      
      Everything goes better with Ole Blue eyes.
      
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    2. Sorryless · February 26, 2021 - 6:41 pm ·
      
      It really does.
      
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    3. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 7:53 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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circadianreflections · February 26, 2021 - 9:42 am ·

LOL! I am with Lucy appreciating the apricity of the sun on her back while Twiggy got in some sniffing time too. 😀

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 5:42 pm ·
  
  I love the word apricity. It even sounds warm. Thanks, Deborah.
  
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  1. circadianreflections · February 27, 2021 - 9:12 am ·
    
    😀
    
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  2. circadianreflections · February 27, 2021 - 9:14 am ·
    
    I like it too. Actually I learned it recently I think from Teagan. I was thrilled to be able to use it.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 27, 2021 - 4:48 pm ·
      
      Yes, good use. I lay in wait for the opportunity to use another favorite, impecunious.
      
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    2. circadianreflections · February 28, 2021 - 11:35 am ·
      
      ooh, that’s a good word too and a new one for me! 😀
      
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    3. John W. Howell · February 28, 2021 - 9:13 pm ·
      
      Throw it around. 😁
      
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    4. circadianreflections · March 1, 2021 - 10:56 am ·
      
      😀
      
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Teagan Riordain Geneviene · February 26, 2021 - 2:59 pm ·

Thanks for another charming visit with the girls, John. They seem to be enjoying the improved weather. I’m sure you are too. Hugs on the wing.

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 4:58 pm ·
  
  Yes they are, Teagan. Thank you.
  
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shoreacres · February 26, 2021 - 7:42 pm ·

It’s so warm down here that sea fog’s going to be the name of the weekend’s game. Who cares? It’s warm, and as Lucy and Twiggy make clear, that’s what counts!

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1. John W. Howell · February 26, 2021 - 7:51 pm ·
  
  So true. We slipped back to a high of 57 today. (Not freezing thank heavens) Glad you are keeping warm, Linda. 😁
  
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Audrey Dawn - Oldest Daughter Redheaded Sister · February 26, 2021 - 10:18 pm ·

We have had some nicer days as of late. Seen snipets of grass. Should make puppies happy around here.

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1. John W. Howell · February 27, 2021 - 7:19 am ·
  
  Sounds like the first signs of spring 😊
  
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Jennie · February 27, 2021 - 6:50 am ·

I want that 80 degree sun on my back, too.

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1. John W. Howell · February 27, 2021 - 7:37 am ·
  
  Me too. Thanks, Jennie.😁
  
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  1. Jennie · February 27, 2021 - 8:36 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · February 28, 2021 - 6:37 am ·
      
      😊
      
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Baydreamer · February 27, 2021 - 3:38 pm ·

Another adorable dialogue, John, and glad it warmed for the girls. 🌻

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1. John W. Howell · February 27, 2021 - 4:13 pm ·
  
  It did. We love it. Thanks, Lauren.
  
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jilldennison · March 2, 2021 - 2:01 am ·

70°??? I’m sooooo jealous! It did get to 41° here today, though, so I shan’t complain!

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1. John W. Howell · March 2, 2021 - 6:48 am ·
  
  When I used to live up North 41 was like a gift. Now it is like a curse. 😁
  
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  1. jilldennison · March 2, 2021 - 5:25 pm ·
    
    I remember one time when I lived in the mountains in Virginia and my mother lived on South Padre Island, she called me to complain how cold it was down there, only in the 50s. Since it was below zero where I was, I hung up on her! As they say, it’s all relative!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · March 2, 2021 - 5:29 pm ·
      
      Yeah I remember those days. I useds to complain when it got into the 60s. Lots of hangups on me too.
      
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Ankur Mithal · March 7, 2021 - 8:51 am ·

27C in Feb? Sounds more like an Indian thermometer reading than US. Glad they are making the most of the sun.

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1. John W. Howell · March 7, 2021 - 9:38 am ·
  
  They love the sun. So we don’t mind a little warmth.
  
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