“What do you suppose happened out here?”
“Looks like the trees have finally let go of their leaves.”
“This yard was clean a day ago.”
“I know. I think the chilly weather made the trees dump their leaves.”
“I’m going to check out the patio and see what’s happening there.”
“Now that the days are warm again, I’ll go with you.”
“All looks okay here. But, I wonder about Mom’s potting area.”
“This looks great out here. Maybe sunbath time.”
“Might be a good idea, but I must have a look-see first.”
“Never heard of the fate of the curious cat, I suppose.”
“What cat. I don’t smell a cat.”
“Never mind. I forgot how easily you are distracted. Looks like a lot of leaves here too.”
“You were saying about that sun bath?”
“Since it’s warm, I thought we could lay out.”
“Check out the roses. Looks like we are getting some more blooms.”
“Correct as usual, King Friday. They are beautiful.”
“I’m going to stake out my lounge. You coming?”
“Just want to look at this Mandeville. No blooms on it.”
“Boy, this is going to be a great day. It’s like summer all over again.”
“I agree. I wonder if mom will put more plants in this pot.”
“You can ask her.”
“After our sunbath. I think I will. This would be a good spot for some red cyclamen.
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How wonderful you’ve gotten another warm spell. They do realise it is temporary, right? That you are sure to get some cold snaps through winter… 😉
Looks like the leaf-sucker is coming out soon!
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It was clear two days ago. Yes the leaf sucker is scheduled for Saturday. I’m going to give it a couple of days so that the trees can do their thing. 😊
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Of course. Best to do it all (or most) in one fell swoop (or suck!)
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One fell suck is the way to go. 😂
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My work here is done!
A laugh to start off the day…🤣😂
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Congrats on the warmth. Sounds worth the falling leaves.
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I think you are right. 😁
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Lucy and Twiggy’s sunny day looks delightful.
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It was beautiful yesterday. 😊
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A perfect day to be a dog!
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It is for sure, Liz.
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Nothing a good dose of Vitamin D can’t ameliorate, is there?!😂
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For sure, Lori. Today is supposed to be overcast so it was a welcome burst. 😁
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Sun sounds wonderful. We have an inversion out this way.
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It has been cloudy with drizzle for a few days so it is a welcome change. Sorry about the inversion.
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The girls are great investigators.
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They tend to cover the ground quickly before settling down. Thanks, GP. 😊
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Lol! I’m easily distracted too! We’ve been unseasonably warm, but the fog during the morning commutes have been terrible.
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I can imagine. We had some earlier in the week but it didn’t interfere with my commute from the bedroom to the couch. 😁
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Yep, it feels like spring this week. A sunbath sounds like a great idea.
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I agree. Too bad it is overcast today. 😊
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Who knew they were so up on plants? Another surprise! I think a sunbath was definitely in order.
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Lucy has a green paw. She is forever sniffing the plants and flowers. Yes the day of sun bath. Thanks, Noelle.
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Lucy is such a wise dog. Sounds like your wife should consult her! 😉
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That does happen too.
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Joy in the sunlight. Much love to you and your girls, John. xX ❤
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Thank you, Jane. Much love to you.
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Trees shedding their cover? The investigative team of Lucy and Twiggy are on the job!
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They are for sure. 😁
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So good to see the girls enjoying themselves on a warm, sunny day. Thanks for sharing their delight with us, John. 🙂
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Thank you for the lovely comment. Tim
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Yay for the girls! I think it will be a while before there’s a warm spell in our area. Enjoy the warmth and the girls, John. ✨🎄✨
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Will do, Gwen. Thank you. 😊
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I love how they have to inspect everything. In that way (and with sunbathing) they are very much like a cat.
How lovely that you have spring-like temperatures again. We are finally seeing the sun after a week of rain and fog. For a while there, I felt like I was living on an English moor, LOL.
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We had a similar experience, Mae. Unfortunately it is turning cold again next week.
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You’ve got a lot of leaves to deal with, John. We haven’t seen the sun here all week, and it looks like it won’t make an appearance until after the weekend.
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Aww. That’s too bad. It is gong to be cloudy here again too.
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We’re in the minuses here, and I’d so love to join the girls in a sun bath! Lots of leaf clearing in your future, John! Have a wonderful day. Hugs 💕🙂
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Thank you, Harmony. Leaves for the weekend for sure. Thanks. 😁
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I am jealous of the Producers potting stand and area. She certainly has a lot of flowers.
Iam also envious of your talking dogs. My dog could only say one word, “ roof”
Sorry about that 🤪.
Have a good day.
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It would come in handy if there was something wrong with the roof.
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The girls certainly seem to be enjoying the warm spell, John. I think you need to clean that lawn for them. It’s always good to see them.
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Saturday. Hopefully all the leaves have fallen by then
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Except for that one branch that’s waiting for you to finish. Cue the evil laughter now.
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Ha ha ha.
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I bet that sun felt so good on their bones. Enjoy the warmth, and sunshine! It’s chilly here.
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We will while it lasts. Thanks, Deborah.
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Good call to wait upon the rest of the leaves to do their thing, John. I would often “clean up” the front yard only to find more leaves up the road were still plotting their final destination…our yard.
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They are sneaky for sure.
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Quite a few leaves!
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Quite
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Nice to see all those blooms! We still have a yellow rose that has survived the snow.
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That is great, Denise.
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Hi John, despite the leaves, your garden is looking good.
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Thank you, Robbie
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The trees are sure in the doghouse…no pun intended. Love the word, dump, as if they did it on the sly.
Twiggy and Lucy, house detectives. 🙂
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Yes we blame the trees for sneaking around and dumping leaves. 😁
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Makes you wonder what it is like to sniff a pot of flowers with a dog’s nose.
Kinda like trying to get a sip of water from a fire hose?
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Sounds like a good description, Greg
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LOL, Lucy is an expert gardener. Everything looks lovely, John. Another fun visit with the girls. Hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan. Hugs
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Merry December days at the Twiggy resort! Life is full of colours. Thank you, dear John!🍤🍤🍤🍺🍺👍
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Thank you, Dear Maria. A warm day today. Was very nice. 🥂🍰
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The paradigm of the probing pup…
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Yes indeed. Thanks, Pamela.
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Nothing like a bit of sunshine to improve everyone’s mood.
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For sure, Pete.
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Yep, the weather is up and down. The girls are entertaining, as always!
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Thank you, Jan
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Glad you’re getting some warmth for the girls to sunbathe, John. We’re finally getting our rain, and oh, the leaves! Enjoy your weekend!
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Thank you, Lauren. Yes the leaves. Ugh. Enjoy your weekend as well. 😁
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Ugh, is right. 😀 Thanks, John.
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Nice, John. Please give the girls a pat for me.
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They loved it. Thanks
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I’m so glad!
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😊
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It got warm, warm enough for blooms?
Uch, it snowed here.
So, Lucy and Twiggy, enjoy your sunbath! There IS a cat somewhere. That cat could be coming to lie in the sun on your patio. 🐈 They are sneaky!
Tell dad:
🌹 🧽💋 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ 🌹
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We will.🌹 🧽💋 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ 🌹🌹
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🌹🌹 🧽💋 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ 🌹🌹
Ahh, a Royal Flush with Roses.
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And raise you a 🐆 🌹🌹 🧽💋 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ 🌹🌹
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So, you’ve raised me a wild cat?
You wanna see wild?
🔥💥☄️🐅🐅🐆 🌹🌹 🧽💋 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ 🌹🌹🐆🐅🐅☄️💥🔥
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Oh yeah? 🔥💥☄️🐅🐅🐆 🌹🌹 🧽💋 🐃❤️ 🐆❤️ 💋❤️ 🐂❤️ 🌹🌹🐆🐅🐅☄️💥🔥 🦈🐃♉️🍷🍷👹🤡👿👣
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Thank you, Traci
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Lol so cute. I love that dogs are investigating ‘leaf’ patrol. 🙂
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