“Lucy, it’s another day. Got a game in mind?”
“I haven’t given it much thought up to now.”
“We could play tag.”
“We just played that yesterday. Let’s think harder.”
“Yeah, you’re right. We haven’t played Water Buffalo and Puma for a while.”
“That’s true. I always like that game ’cause I don’t have to move fast.”
“Okay, then it’s settled. You are the water buffalo, and I’m the puma.”
“I have to get into character. One minute while I grow some horns.”
“Okay, I hope the Stanislavsky method stands you in good stead.”
“The water buffalo stands on the prairie above the water hole sniffing the wind.”
“The puma decides that the water buffalo would make a tasty lunch.”
“Jeepers. The water buffalo is taken by surprise as she catches the scent of the puma.”
“The puma decides to do a flanking maneuver to avoid those deadly horns.”
“The water buffalo swings around to protect the flank and the butt.”
“The puma goes for a direct frontal attack, counting on speed for an advantage.”
“The water buffalo stands steady and prepares to lower her head to meet the puma.”
“One last burst of speed, the puma does a slight fake to throw off the water buffalo.”
“The water buffalo braces for a direct hit from the puma.”
“The puma was not ready for the about-face of the water buffalo.”
“The water buffalo surprises the puma with a burst of speed and in the end avoids danger.”
“Nicely played, Lucy. But, unfortunately, I was not ready for that evasive trick.”
“Well, it shows that old dogs can learn new tricks.”
“You can say that again. How about I buy you a drink.”
“Very kind of you, Little One. Have the barkeep set up a pan of water? That is hot work.”
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Those old water buffaloes are tricky beasts 😂
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As the puma found out. Thanks, Chris. 😁
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Love to see the classic skits/games return.
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Thanks, Charles. 😊
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Puma and water buffalo! Twiggy and Lucy are pretty smart and creative. I loved the “I have to get into character. One minute while I grow some horns.”
A wonderful way to start the day. Thank you, John
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Thank you for the lovely words, Karen. 😁
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Wisdom prevails once again.
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Seems that way. Thanks, Frank.
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Love their imagination!
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Thank you, Jill. 😊
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“Okay, I hope the Stanislavsky method stands you in good stead.” What a great line…😂 Their spirit for good play is indefatigable. Thanks for the morning giggle, John.
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Thank you for letting me know, Lori. I’m glad you liked the story.
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Just so them playing golf. Love the red bike in the first photo. Saw them on that too, little one on the handle bars.
Love the line…I have to get in character. Tallulah Bankhead, move over. Get such a kick out of these. 🙂
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I’m so glad you get a kick out of these. I’m glad you let me know too. Thanks, Susannah 😊
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They’re so innocent. And all could use a lot more of that. 🙂
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Yes. I’m fortunate to live with them.
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It shows how much you love them.
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They sure earned their pan of water! Thanks for sharing the fun, John. Have a wonderful day 💕🙂
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Have a wonderful day as well, Harmony.
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I want to come back as one of your dogs in my next life.
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Me too. Thanks, Craig.
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All that exercise is definitely deserving of a nice pan of water! Love this, John 🙂
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Thank you, Dale. I’m glad you like it. 😁
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Always do!
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What a delight to watch! I hope they got a treat as well. 😊
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Always a treat ready. Thank you, Gwen.
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Looks like the weather’s cooled off enough for some more active play!
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Yes. We are in the 90s in the day and 60s in the mornings. Wonderful. Now it can rain any time.
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The girls give you plenty of fodder for our entertainment.
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They were almost too fast for me for sure. Thanks, GP.
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They look like they’re having so much fun!
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They did have a blast. Thanks, Teri. 😊
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I love water buffalo and puma! (Lucy having to get into character was just priceless!)
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Thank you, Liz.😁
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You’re welcome, John.
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It’s nice to see the girls having fun. 🙂 Thanks for sharing, John.
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Thank you, Tim. 😁
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That was a lot of fun, John. It’s great that you caught Lucy and Twiggy in the middle of having fun together.
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Sometimes it is easier than other times. Thanks, Pete.
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I could hear you narrating the event in a whispered voice like those nature shows on TV. The girls sure seemed to have fun. Water well earned. And some belly rubs, too. Thanks for the smiles, John.
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The girls thank you for the belly rubs and I thank you for letting me know you enjoyed the post today. 😁
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Old water buffaloes are very smart. I love the play – the girls deserve some treats and a good petting. Lots of smiles from this!
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They do get plenty of petting and treats, Noelle. I’m glad you liked the story. Thanks for letting me know. 😁
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Well. I’m smitten with Lucy and Twiggy!
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Me too. 😊
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Old Water buffaloes are wise. They earned their pan of cool water. That was a delightful read, John!😀
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Thank you, Deborah. I’m glad you liked it.
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A fun game! Smart move on Lucy’s part. 🙂 I bet the girls are enjoying this gorgeous weather!
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They love it. As Texas dogs they know when it is time to get active.
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The water buffalo growing horns was the key, turning point for me. I knew it was going to get very interesting thereafter, and the puma in turn showed great skill not getting skewered by them. Well-earned water for both of them, John.
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Thank you, Bruce. They had a big gulp for sure.
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I love their games. Always brings a smile.
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A good thing, Denise.
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It is! They deserve an extra treat 🙂
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It would be a dull, dull world without imagination.
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I can’t imagine er think what it would be like with out an imagination. Thanks, Pamela.
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Haha! I loved the play-by-play, John. I could just imagine them saying that to each other. Hugs on the wing.
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Thank you, Teagan. Hugs
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I love when they play water buffalo and puma. Some great “action” shots in this one, John!
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Thank you, Mae. I was lucky. 😁
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Heh…heh…good games troopers. Way to switch it up. Love the way the stances of the water buffalo. Genius head fake.
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Thank you, Monika
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Ha! Lucy pulled a fast one. 🙂
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She did. Thanks, Joan
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They never tire of this game, do they? Best of all, it encourages physical activity and mental creativity. A win-win, I’d say.
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I would say so too, Debbie.
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Every time you feature these two, I think how adorable they are, John. And I love the friendship they seem to have. Do they get along as well in real life as they do in their memoirs?
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Thank you, Kristine. They do get along well. Lucy was grown when Twiggy came into her life and I think she believes Twiggy is her baby. 😊
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Aw❤️. I love that!
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In the end, the kids found their Happy Hour now, didn’t they?
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They did. Thanks. Marc.
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🙂
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Another great challenge. I love these girls, John. Great post.
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Thank you, Dan
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Thanks for sharing, Michael.
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I love them both, and also their famous ideas! 🙂 Best wishes, Michael
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Thank you, Michael. Best wishes to you as well.
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Your dogs have great roll playing adventures.
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Yes they do. They actually play and I follow along and take the photos. 😁
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Whatever happens, the Puma & the Buffalo are with us! Thank you, dear John! 🙂
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They certainly are. 😁
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🍻🍤🍤🍤😁😏
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🍺🍺😁
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Glad to see the pups are well.
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Yes they are. 😊
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Cuteness, John. Licy…🥰
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Lucy, not that other word. 😂
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One of my favorite games!
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Ha ha ha. Thanks, Jennie.
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You’re welcome, John.
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Hahahaha!
Wonderful girls! Yes, well played by Lucy.
I love the water Buffalo and Puma game.
Maybe your dad will play it with me? I’ll be the Puma!!!!
Meanwhile, we are playing 🐂en, 💋es & 🧽es.
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Dad would welcome playing with you. I’ll be the 🐃 and you are the 🐆. Sadly there is no puma emoji so we have to use a leopard (Close enough).
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NO PUMA!!!!!!
Okay… we can start fresh tomorrow with 🐃
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Yes I need a rest after all those 🐂en and kisses.
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Hmm, you mean oxen & 💋💋💋’s.
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Yup 🐂en and 💋💋💋’s
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OKAY! 🐂en and 💋💋💋’s
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& not pumas 🐆.
xoxoxo
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Oh well. 😂
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I like it O😎X
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Ha ha ha O🫥X
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