Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Take Time.

~ John W. Howell

“so, what’s up today, Little One?”

“I thought we could take a stroll in the garden. The rain has refreshed everything.”

“That sounds like a great idea.”

“Well, you have to consider the source.”

“Speaking of that. You are not the usual source of a cultural experience.”

“Yeah, I know. I just thought it would be fun to take time to smell the roses.”

“The roses are not blooming now, but I get your point.”

“Look at this pot full of flowers.”

“Yes, it is nice. There are some pentas, marigolds, and a potato vine.”

“I guess I never took the time to appreciate them.”

“We all do that sometimes, Little One.”

“Can we eat these?”

“That kind of appreciation could get you grounded. I’m loving this climbing thingy.”

“The other plants look great, too.”

“Yes, they do. Did you see the ones hanging in the mountain laurel?”

“Um. I think so. Couldn’t hurt to take another look.”

“See ’em over there?”

“Yes, I see them. The last time I looked at them, that pesky squirrel was running amuck.”

“Well, he’s not there now, so enjoy them.”

“Come to think about it. This is a great way to spend a morning.”

“You are so right, Little One. My job is finished here. Enjoy.”

“I’ll be right in. I’m going to take a few moments with my thoughts.”

“I think a few moments is all it will take.”

“What?”

“Nothing. See you later.”

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Published by John W. Howell

I have been working in business for over forty years and now have the time to work in special areas of interest. My passion has always been to create compelling stories of fiction. I have authored six novels and am working on my Seventh. The first novel is still in manuscript form and being utilized as a door stop in the laundry room. The second is a contemporary fiction novel of 89,000 words and is complete and I am currently seeking a publisher. I also write poetry but have not had the guts to share any with anyone. The one time I read a piece to a person their only comment was, “it doesn’t rhyme.” I will continue to write and hopefully my blog, Fiction Favorites at www.johnwhowell.com will provide some entertainment and an interesting thought or two. I live in the Austin area with my wife Molly and an assortment of loving pets.

118 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Take Time.”

  7. favorite line…consider the source. I love the sass that comes out of her.

    That first long shot showing the two chairs is so inviting. I always marvel at your yard and how lucky Lucy and Twiggy as well as the roses and marigolds to have such a place to themselves.. 🙂

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    2. It was put together with them in mind for sure. They love the turf but also seem to like the stones as a change of pace. Twiggy is especially fond of the patio. She will sit under the umbrella for hours if the weather is just right. That would be slight breeze and temps below 90 but above 70. 😁

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  8. The girls almost melt into the stones! Especially Twiggy. I always love their repartee and have to agree with Susannah, Lucy’s one-liners are on point 🙂
    Happy Thursday, John.

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  22. LOL!!! That little salvo at the end was funny. I did love Twiggy taking the time to enjoy the plants and flowers, and Lucy’s patience teaching her the names of things. 😀 Fun and entertaining dialogue, John!

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  34. Thank goodness that pesky squirrel didn’t harass them. We should always stop and smell the roses. And all the other pretty things. Seems like the girls had a good day. (Even if Twiggy didn’t quite get Lucy’s parting shot.)

    Sending them ear scratches.

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  40. Ah there’s nothing like a refreshing visit with you two!
    Although it would be nice to see the pesky squirrel.
    I’m a few days late, so I’m sure Twiggy’s thoughts have resulted in some fabulous take aways.
    So, I thought of you 2 last night. I picked up a large package of dried linguine. UnfortunatelyI had already opened it, and picked it up, upside down.
    The linguine splayed all over the kitchen floor, just like this old game called “Pick Up Sticks”. Yes, sticks! I know dogs like fetching sticks. Why not jus pick them up. There were hundreds of them. We could have played for hours!

    Anyway, say hello to your dad for me!
    🧽❤️ 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️

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    1. Goodness Miss Resa. You could have called Twiggy and I and we would have had that linguine cleaned up before you could say, “Get the broom.” Our dad does that a lot. He started taping the box of pasta after it is opened so that it doesn’t happen. He has interesting words when it does though. Makes Twiggy and me laugh a lot. 🧽❤️ 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ woof

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      1. Do you guys like pick it up to put back in the box, or eat it?
        Lol, so your dad is as clumsy as I am. Good thing it’s not against the law.
        Aha! Words like Fudge, Heavens to Murgatroid, Chic, Toe and such!
        🧽❤️ 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ wouf.. I’m not a dog, but I tried my best!

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