Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy in the Yard

“What are you doing little one?”

“I thought this leaf was a caterpillar, but it’s not.”

“I can vouch for that. It’s not.”

“Why don’t we have any caterpillars?”

“For one it is the wrong time of year. We normally have them in late spring.”

“I just have my mind set on being able to play with a furry one.”

“I think you are just going to be forced to put your mind on something else.”

“Boy life is hard for us isn’t it?”

“Come on. You have everything you want. Think of those poor dogs who have nothing.”

“Yeah I should be a little more grateful I suppose.”

“Now you’re talking. Let’s do a game of tag. You’re it.”

“Wait I think I see a caterpillar.”

“I guess it wasn’t. Oh by the way the Boss is having more cataract surgery today.”

“Geeze. How many is that?” Excuse me gotta run.”

“It’s his other eye. The left one.”

“I can’t hear you.”

He’s going to take a blogging break until Sunday.”

“Okay. I know from the last eye everything goes well. Hey mom. Let us in.”

“Yes, it did go well.”

“I wonder if it is dinner time yet?”

“Not yet, Little one.”

“I guess we should give dad some lovin’ then.”

“I think he would like that.”

 

121 comments

    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for sharing, Michael

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  1. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more's avatar

    Good to hear the surgery went well, John! Maybe you should buy them some caterpillars at the animal food store. I think they will have some for feeding other animals. 😉 Best wishes, Michael

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Not a bad idea except for one thing. The caterpillars love plants.

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  2. Chris The Story Reading Ape's avatar

    Rest and recuperate, John, and enjoy that double doggy love 😃

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Chris.😁

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  3. Keith Edgar Channing's avatar

    Everything crossed for another successful surgery, John. See you on the other side.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Keith. This procedure is a blessing for sure. 😊

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  4. shoreacres's avatar

    Kudos to the girls for keeping us updated. I’m glad to hear things are progressing well. Now, if only you could get some rain to look at with your new eyes…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They are forecasting rain for the next seven days. That big high went west so maybe there is a chance.

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  5. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    Thanks for the update, girl. Praying for the “Boss!”

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jill. 😁

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  6. GP's avatar

    We’ll be thinking of you!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, GP. 1:30 is the time.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      😁 Thank you, Annette. I love them.

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  7. Dale's avatar

    Wonderful news that all went well. Enjoy your respite, put your feet up and relax (nothing like being forced to, eh Mr. Always Busy? 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes hard to do but I’m getting used to it. Thanks, Dale. Procedure at 1:30 today. 😊

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      1. Dale's avatar

        Sending you good vibes for the second one. I hope you’ll be seeing clearer in no time!
        And hey, I know it’s hard, but do try to enjoy the time off 🙂

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Dale. 😊

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  8. Harmony Kent's avatar

    Good luck for today, John. So pleased your first surgery went well. Hugs 💕🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Harmony. Looking forward to both eyes.

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      1. Harmony Kent's avatar

        💖 👀💖🙂

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  9. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen M. Plano · ·

    The girls are ready to offer a lot of lovin’. How sweet! Wishing you much comfort and ease with this last surgery. You’ll soon be seeing the world in bright colors again. 🤗

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I’m looking forward to it. Just one eye has been a blessing. Thanks, Gwen

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  10. Writer Lori's avatar

    So glad the girls will be watching over you, John. Sending all good wishes for a successful second surgery today!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lori.

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  11. Maggie's avatar

    Looks like you have ample caretakers, John. Rest and recuperate. We will be anxiously awaiting your return.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Maggie. Will be on Sunday. 😁

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  12. noelleg44's avatar

    Good to hear from the girls. AND be well through the next surgery. I might need to find Twiggy a furry rubber caterpillar.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She needs one for sure. Thanks, Noelle. 😊

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  13. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    Good luck with the surgery.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Charles.

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  14. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    Sending good thoughts your way for a successful surgery, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Liz. 😊

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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  15. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    I think you’ll be happy with the cataract surgery results. I sure am. Plus, you get to play pirate for a while, wearing the eye patch. 🙂 The girls will sure be happy if you get the rain they’re predicting for your area.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I am happy with the one eye. I hope the two will be even better. Thanks, Tim.

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  16. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    Love these two. I’m so glad the first surgery went well and fingers crossed that the second one does too! Take care!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jan. 😊

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  17. Sorryless's avatar

    Much love being sent your way Sheriff. I’ll catch you on the other side of my getaway. In the meantime, rest up young man.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Have a great time, Marc. 😁

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      1. Sorryless's avatar

        Thank you good sir.

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  18. walkingoffthechessboard's avatar

    Getting a new look at life outta both eyes, along with some much-needed rain, sounds like a successful weekend, John. R & R sir.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Let’s hope so, Bruce. Thanks.Will R&R for sure.

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  19. Debbie's avatar

    Isn’t modern medicine wonderful? Hope all goes well, John, and that the recovery is smooth, too. Nice to have two cuddle-bugs to take a snooze with while you’re on your break!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Debbie. All seems to have gone well.

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  20. Darlene's avatar

    Glad to hear things are going well. Thanks, girls for the update. best of luck for stage 2.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Darlene.

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  21. kethuprofumo's avatar

    My congratulations, dear John! It looks like the Twiggy Resort’s support is the best in the world. Good luck with the second surgery. Thanks God, we, humans, have only two eyes. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes indeed. More than the two eyes would be a pain. Thank you, Maria.

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      1. kethuprofumo's avatar

        😂😂😂😉😉😉

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          😳 Mine feel good.

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        2. kethuprofumo's avatar

          That’s great, dear John! 😉😉😉

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  22. kethuprofumo's avatar

    PS: 🍤🍤🍤🍻🍻🍻🍤🍤🍤🍻🍻🍻

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  23. Book Club Mom's avatar

    Wishing you a speedy recovery, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Barbara. 😁

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  24. quiall's avatar

    Looks like you have fabulous support staff! They may not be exactly bearhugs but puppy hugs are just as good.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Puppy hugs are the best. Thanks, Pamela.

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  25. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    I am sure the girls sense that something a little unusual is going on with you and will give you extra love and attention. May the second surgery go as well as the first!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think it has JO. I’m back ans all seems well.

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  26. coldhandboyack's avatar

    I’m late making the rounds today. Hope it all went well.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      All was terrific. Got the eyes of an eagle. (a very old eagle I might add.)

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  27. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    Hope The Boss is up running the show soon with clear vision.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Clear as a bell. Thanks, Pete.

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  28. Jennie's avatar

    I’m glad it went well, John. Rest up!

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  29. D. Wallace Peach's avatar

    You have a couple of lovely buddies to keep you company while you recuperate, John. Take it easy and relax.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Diana.

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  30. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    Sending all sorts of ‘pawsitive’ thought to you Dad, guys. And we’ll keep our paws crossed some crawly thing will show up for you to have a plaything in the very near future.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Norman and Elsa. Tell your mom Dad tried to leave a comment on Friday’s post but got this message “Error: Please fill the required fields.” There were no fields to fill in. Anyway he loved the glads and photos and wants to thank you for the tour.

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      1. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

        Ironic you mentioned that problem. I’ve been receiving it from when I tried to leave comments on blogs I follow. Hmm, sounds like the WordPress goblins are running amuck. Sorry you encountered that. I’ll see if I can trace the problem and fix it. Thanks for letting me know. And thanks for your persistence. Hope you have a great weekend.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Have a great one as well

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

    I hope the second one is just as successful!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes. It seems to be as good as the first. I’m very pleased. Thank you, Denise.

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        D.L. Finn, Author · ·

        Such good news:)

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  32. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    I love…hey mom, let us in. They have this Little Rascals quality, just with tails. I also love your yard. The expanse of it, how it looks as if it goes on forever. So nice for them to have all that space for their ongoing research. I mean, catapillers are very special, and imagine if Twiggy and Lucy saw one turn into a butterfly. That would be big.

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  33. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

    I love…hey mom, let us in. They have this Little Rascals quality, just with tails. I also love your yard. The expanse of it, how it looks as if it goes on forever. So nice for them to have all that space for their travels.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They do have a lot of room. We fenced the whole thing so they could pretty much have the run of the place without worrying about their safety. Thank you, Susannah. They are like the Rascals someetimes. 😁

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      1. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

        See what loving owners you are, doing that for them. You deserve the Canine Humanitarian Award. What’s that Twiggy? That’s my dad alright. Woof?

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Ha ha ha . Twiggy says ,”You are the best.”

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        2. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

          Awe schucks Twiggy.

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        3. John W. Howell's avatar

          She never lies. 😁

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        4. Susannah Bianchi's avatar

          She’d have a really big nose if she did. 🙂

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        5. John W. Howell's avatar

          So true. The nose knows. 😎

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  34. Traci Ashbe's avatar

    Hugs. Hope your surgery goes well! Get rest and some love from those doggies.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Traci

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  35. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

    Wishing you a speedy recovery, John, and those girls are your best support system.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lauren. The procedure went well and the healing is doing the same. 😁

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      1. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

        That’s great to hear, John. Take care and rest. 🙂

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes. Am doing that.

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  36. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    LOL, playing with caterpillars. Hopefully she doesn’t run into the hookah-smoking one from “Alice.” 😀 Thanks for this reminder, John. I hope you’re already on the mend. No need to answer. You’re supposed to be on a break. Hugs on the wing.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes I am mending well. It is a great step forward in my vision. Thanks, Teagan.

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  37. Ilsa Rey's avatar

    Awwwhh. So nice of your doggies to give you some loving. Glad your vision is better and the surgery went well. (I read your responses to others above. 🙂 )

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, it is terrific. Thanks, Betsy.

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  38. Marie A Bailey's avatar

    I’m so glad to hear (read) that your procedure went well, John! Enjoy the rest of your weekend 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Marie. 😁

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  39. Resa's avatar

    Aww, they love you! Too bad for any caterpillars that venture into their yard.

    Eye trust the surgery went well! x👁o

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      AY matey. It went very well. Thank you. X👀O

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      1. Resa's avatar

        I love how colours became brighter, after the surgery. Totally improved my photo taking and drawing.
        I’ll bet Twiggy and Lucy look more clean and white than ever! X👀O

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Yes they do. I can also see their abundent hair of the tile floor. 😳 X👀O

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        2. Resa's avatar

          Great! You won’t have to buy carpeting. I have cats, and I’m leading the style way with fur venetians. There is no fur venetian emoji, yet, so 🐩🪩💋

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        3. Resa's avatar

          Cough, cough, cough

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  40. robertawrites235681907's avatar

    Hi John, I hope the second op went as well as the first. A very cute post.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes the second did as well as the first. I have the vision of a hawk.

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      1. robertawrites235681907's avatar

        That is fabulous news, John.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Thank you, Robbie. 😁

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  41. Ankur Mithal's avatar

    No caterpillars! Dad out for an eye surgery! Dull days? Not for the feisty duo 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes it seems they have goings on going on. 😁

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