Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy Needs Entertainment.

September 2, 2021 · by John W. Howell · in A Little Personal · 111 Comments

“Hey, Lucy. Do you want to play with Eel?

“Gee, I was just getting ready for a nap.”

“Yeah, but look how much fun we can have.”

“Call the boss; maybe he’ll play with you.”

“Ah, Dad. Let’s do the tug-o-war.”

“Sure, Anything you want.”

“That’s the ticket. Now drag me.”

“You sure your teeth can stand it.”

“Hey, Lucy. Look at me. Being dragged.”

“Let me just imagine it, Little one.”

“I’m coming back by you. Want to play too.”

“Goodness. What part of nap didn’t you get?”

“Okay then. I let go.”

“Sure your teeth are okay?”

“They are fine. Why do you ask?”

“Well, being hauled around with your whole weight on them.”

“You calling me fat?”

“No, I’m not. Just concerned about your teeth. Now remove yourself from my face.”

“I think she was calling me fat.”

“Was not.”

“What do you think?”

“Who are you talking to? The boss left.”

“My friends, Lucy. My friends.”

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harmonykentonline · September 2, 2021 - 4:22 am ·

Lots of fun! I love those doggy steps! Hope you and the girls have a lovely Thursday, John 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 6:39 am ·
  
  They usually do, Harmony. Thank you.
  
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OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · September 2, 2021 - 4:43 am ·

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 6:40 am ·
  
  Thank you, Michael. 😊
  
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OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · September 2, 2021 - 4:45 am ·

So funny! John, you will have to teach them fishing, especially shark hunting. You will always have a filled fridge. Lol xx Michael

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 6:59 am ·
  
  I think it is a good idea, Michael. 🤣
  
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Writer Lori · September 2, 2021 - 5:21 am ·

Never a dull minute with these two, though I think Lucy may have taken the term ‘power nap’ to new heights. You’d have to work hard to ignore Twiggy. 😂

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:00 am ·
  
  Lucy does a great job of ignoring Twiggy at times. Thanks, Lori.
  
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  1. Writer Lori · September 2, 2021 - 8:03 am ·
    
    My Lola does a wonderful job ‘stonewalling’ her big goofy Lab brother Beau, too. She has a certain “Don’t even think about it,” gaze she casts that usually stops him dead in his tracks. 11.5 lbs. conquers 75 lbs…a dynamic illustration of mind over matter. 🤣
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 8:34 am ·
    
    That is not surprising. Twiggy tries the Alpha move but one Lucy paw and it ends quickly. Thaks for sharing, Lori.
    
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Jill Weatherholt · September 2, 2021 - 5:27 am ·

So sweet, John! I thought of you yesterday as I waited a the doctor’s office for my third jab.😉

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:01 am ·
  
  I hope you didn’t look in any cabinets. 🤣
  
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GP · September 2, 2021 - 5:28 am ·

So cute, John. You are the clever one!!

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:01 am ·
  
  Thank you, GP. I appreciate your comment. 😊
  
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Joan Hall · September 2, 2021 - 5:51 am ·

I always look forward to Lucy and Twiggy Thursdays. Hope you all have a great day.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:02 am ·
  
  Thak you, Joan. I hope you have a good one as well. 😊
  
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quiall · September 2, 2021 - 6:06 am ·

A picture of perfection Twiggy!

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:03 am ·
  
  Aw. Thank you, Miss Pamela.
  
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Teri Polen · September 2, 2021 - 6:45 am ·

The girls doing their favorite things – Lucy napping and Twiggy playing, lol.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:03 am ·
  
  Yes. Twiggy tried hard to engage Lucy but nap time above all else. Thanks, Teri.
  
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Charles Yallowitz · September 2, 2021 - 6:48 am ·

Always amazed at the strength of a dog’s teeth. The tug-o-war with their teeth seems so violent at times.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:04 am ·
  
  Yes it does. When you pat Twiggy’s tummy whie pulling her she lets out with the most ferocious growl. 😁
  
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  1. Charles Yallowitz · September 2, 2021 - 8:50 am ·
    
    Well, she is part puma.
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 10:05 am ·
    
    True.
    
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Liz Gauffreau · September 2, 2021 - 6:57 am ·

Pleasingly plump, Twiggy, not fat.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:06 am ·
  
  Thank you, Miss Elizabeth. That’s what I think.
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · September 3, 2021 - 7:37 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, Twiggy.
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 7:51 pm ·
    
    😊
    
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T. W. Dittmer · September 2, 2021 - 7:06 am ·

🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:08 am ·
  
  Thanks, Tim.
  
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  1. T. W. Dittmer · September 2, 2021 - 5:18 pm ·
    
    Thank you! Made me smile. 🙂
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 5:24 pm ·
    
    Always a good thing to do. 😊 I’m glad we did.
    
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Staci Troilo · September 2, 2021 - 7:09 am ·

You won’t get any body shaming from me. The girls look happy and healthy. Give them both belly rubs from me.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 7:16 am ·
  
  Thank you, Miss Staci. ❤️
  
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davidprosser · September 2, 2021 - 7:47 am ·

I’m sure Lucy only meant you have a solid, very muscled little body Twiggy. After all, with a name like Twiggy you can’t be overweight can you?
Hugs

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 8:30 am ·
  
  All true, Mr. David. Thank you.
  
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coldhandboyack · September 2, 2021 - 8:02 am ·

I always enjoy these posts. They seem to come along at the right time during the work week.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 8:31 am ·
  
  That is good to hear. Thank you, Craig. 😊
  
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Dan Antion · September 2, 2021 - 8:22 am ·

Twiggy, you’re just the right size, but there is a reason some people call you ‘little potato.’

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 8:35 am ·
  
  Hahaha. Thank you, Mr. Dan. I do like that name.
  
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srbottch · September 2, 2021 - 8:23 am ·

I would say, no, but you are aligned with the striped carpet and that makes you appear thin. Don’t go horizontal because horizontal lines make you appear, eh, eh, bigger. That’s why I never wear a shirt with a circular design. You’re welcome!

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 8:36 am ·
  
  Thank you, Mr. Steve. I’ll remember the stipes. 😊
  
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Pit · September 2, 2021 - 9:19 am ·

A very sensible Lucy: just let nothing keep you from your well-earned nap! 😉

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 10:07 am ·
  
  Yes indeed. That is Lucy for sure.
  
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  1. Pit · September 2, 2021 - 10:59 am ·
    
    Could also be me! 😀
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:07 pm ·
    
    😁
    
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noelleg44 · September 2, 2021 - 9:44 am ·

My canine chuckles for the day! Love that eel, as I guess Twiggy does – but no, I wouldn’t want to get tugged around by my teeth! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 10:08 am ·
  
  I would not either, Noelle. Thanks.
  
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Darlene · September 2, 2021 - 10:06 am ·

Funny how dogs like to be pulled around by their teeth like that. I didn´t see any fat dogs there!

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 10:08 am ·
  
  Thank you, Miss Darlene.
  
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Teagan Riordain Geneviene · September 2, 2021 - 10:43 am ·

Haha! That one was especially cute, John. Twiggy knows she is loved my the masses. Hugs on the wing.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:07 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Teagan. Hugs.
  
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Mae Clair · September 2, 2021 - 11:37 am ·

I love Eel! What a fun toy!
I think Twiggy is up to the task of tug-o-war and being dragged around.
As for fat? Surely not! Her adoring public is rushing to her defense!!

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:06 pm ·
  
  Yes they are. Twiggy is full of muscle.
  
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Debbie · September 2, 2021 - 12:23 pm ·

I think Monkey would give Twiggy a run for her money, John. And wouldn’t it be great getting both of them too pooped to do anything but snooze the afternoon away?!!

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:05 pm ·
  
  Yes Twiggy gets a special evening walk just for that purpose. Thanks, Debbie.
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · September 2, 2021 - 12:30 pm ·

Good pics! Yes, we hear you Twiggy 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:04 pm ·
  
  Hahaha. Thanks, Denise.
  
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Dale · September 2, 2021 - 1:16 pm ·

Poor Little Potato…. No, you’re definitely not fat. You are what we call, “Solid”, Twiggy!

I foresee some nagging little kitten, Omelette vs older catm Kat happening in my house. That little brat is already pushing her way into Kat’s bubble. She’s not afraid of being growled nor hissed

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:02 pm ·
  
  They always try to weasel into the other’s place.
  
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  1. Dale · September 2, 2021 - 2:05 pm ·
    
    I bet!
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:08 pm ·
    
    Who knows why cause sometimes it can be dangerous.
    
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  3. Dale · September 2, 2021 - 2:11 pm ·
    
    Oh for sure! Omelette is playing with fire everything she gest in Kat’s face. The little brat has the nerve to swat at me from the top of the stairs on my way down!
    
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  4. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 5:21 pm ·
    
    Sounds like your average kitten. 😁
    
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  5. Dale · September 3, 2021 - 6:22 am ·
    
    Oh yes! She is rambunctious!
    
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  6. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 7:09 am ·
    
    😊
    
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  7. Dale · September 3, 2021 - 7:47 am ·
    
    😉
    
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robertawrites235681907 · September 2, 2021 - 1:24 pm ·

Dogs are never fat, Twiggy, tell the Boss it’s muscle.

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 2:02 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Miss Robbie. I’ll do that.
  
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roughwighting · September 2, 2021 - 2:24 pm ·

And Lucy DOES have so many friends! Being dragged by “the boss,” what could be more fun?

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 5:22 pm ·
  
  Twiggy loves that. Her favorite thing to do.
  
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Vashti Q · September 2, 2021 - 2:58 pm ·

Awww. No you’re not fat, Twiggy. I do often wonder how a dog’s teeth could withstand all that tugging, though. 😊

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 5:23 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Miss Vashti.
  
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kethuprofumo · September 2, 2021 - 4:40 pm ·

At last!!! Here he is! Mr. Eel! Hurrah! What a wonderful visit! 🙂 :-):-)

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1. John W. Howell · September 2, 2021 - 5:23 pm ·
  
  I knew you would like Mr. Eel.
  
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  1. kethuprofumo · September 3, 2021 - 9:11 am ·
    
    He is the eternal star of the season, dear John. And well-shaped yet…😁😁😁 Long life Mr. Eel!!!
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 9:57 am ·
    
    Yes indeed. He does have apleasing shape. Clear eyes too. 😁
    
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  3. kethuprofumo · September 3, 2021 - 5:33 pm ·
    
    Oh, he is a tough guy! To have such a happy face after all what they do with him. 🙂
    
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  4. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 5:43 pm ·
    
    I know he is. He always smiles.
    
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  5. kethuprofumo · September 4, 2021 - 12:34 pm ·
    
    His dentist is perfect! 😁😁😁
    
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  6. John W. Howell · September 4, 2021 - 2:06 pm ·
    
    Of course he is. 🤣
    
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petespringerauthor · September 2, 2021 - 8:49 pm ·

My dog loves this activity too. I’ve often wondered about her teeth.

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1. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 6:47 am ·
  
  A mystery for sure.
  
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TanGental · September 3, 2021 - 2:24 am ·

You’se not fat, You’se just fluffy!!

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1. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 6:54 am ·
  
  Ah Mr. Geoff. You are a saint.
  
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  1. TanGental · September 3, 2021 - 3:17 pm ·
    
    I know how to flatter an old dog…
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 5:46 pm ·
    
    You do. Even a young one.
    
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  3. TanGental · September 4, 2021 - 4:32 am ·
    
    I was thinking of you….
    
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  4. John W. Howell · September 4, 2021 - 6:38 am ·
    
    Hahahaha
    
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Sorryless · September 3, 2021 - 4:22 am ·

In lieu of a visit to the dentist . . . Twiggy has it all figured out.

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1. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 7:02 am ·
  
  😁 I think so too. Thanks, Marc.
  
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  1. Sorryless · September 4, 2021 - 7:16 am ·
    
    Thank YOU Boss. And have a good weekend.
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 4, 2021 - 11:27 am ·
    
    You as well. 😊
    
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Jan Sikes · September 3, 2021 - 12:57 pm ·

I don’t know any dog who doesn’t love a good tug-of-war! Fun! And that last picture – what an adorable face!

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1. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 2:24 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Jan.
  
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Marie A Bailey · September 3, 2021 - 3:38 pm ·

Oh, Twiggy, you’re not fat! lol … John, that last photo is so precious! I’d frame it 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 5:44 pm ·
  
  She does have some good ones. Thanks, Debbie.
  
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2. John W. Howell · September 3, 2021 - 5:45 pm ·
  
  Not Debbie. Marie. Sorry. Don’t know how that happened.
  
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  1. Marie A Bailey · September 9, 2021 - 2:40 pm ·
    
    Hey, you get so many comments … I don’t know how you keep up 🙂
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 9, 2021 - 3:32 pm ·
    
    Thanks. 🤗
    
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circadianreflections · September 4, 2021 - 10:36 am ·

ROFL!!! That was fun and funny. Lucy wouldn’t call her fat she’s all muscle! 😂

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1. John W. Howell · September 4, 2021 - 11:16 am ·
  
  She is. Lucy knows it too. Twiggy was being a brat.
  
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  1. circadianreflections · September 4, 2021 - 12:21 pm ·
    
    LOL!!
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 4, 2021 - 2:08 pm ·
    
    😁
    
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Jennie · September 5, 2021 - 8:56 am ·

Twiggy, Lucy did not call you fat. I don’t think I want to be like you and get pulled by my teeth.

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1. John W. Howell · September 5, 2021 - 11:57 am ·
  
  Hahaha. Mine wouldn’t make it. 😁
  
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  1. Jennie · September 5, 2021 - 1:26 pm ·
    
    😀
    
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  2. John W. Howell · September 5, 2021 - 2:53 pm ·
    
    😬
    
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markbierman · September 7, 2021 - 10:46 am ·

🙂

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Ankur Mithal · September 11, 2021 - 4:07 am ·

If an unwavering look could kill…

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1. John W. Howell · September 11, 2021 - 6:35 am ·
  
  Indeed.
  
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