Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy

~ John W. Howell

“Hey, Lucy. Why are these weird-looking runners here.”

“Against her better interior decorating sense, mom bought them for me.”

“For you? Why?”

“Well, Little One, I’m having trouble walking on the tile.”

“Trouble? What kind of trouble?”

“We old folks sometimes can’t control slipping.”

“Then what happens?”

“I basically fall down and can’t get up. I’m like a turtle on its back.”

“I thought you were just fooling around. So mom got you something where you wouldn’t slip.”

“Yup, and she laid them in all the hallways and paths I take.”

“Well, they sure look out of place.”

“Mom said it was okay. The important thing is safety.”

“Now you don’t fall down? Want to play tuggy?”

“Geez. Two questions. No, I don’t fall down and don’t want to play tuggy.”

“What do you want to do?”

“Let’s see. I’m on the couch. Half of me is comfortable. What do you think?”

“It is a long shot, but I’m guessing a nap.”

“You surprise me with your clairvoyance, youngster. You are spot on.”

“I think maybe I ought to do the same.”

“No argument from me.”

114 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy”

  2. Our old greyhound Flash, who died in 2009 at almost fifteen years of age, had a lot of trouble with smooth floors. Whenever the tiles felt slippery to him, his small brain told him to elevate hiimself onto the very tips of his claws on all four feet. Result? Spatchcock doggy!

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  12. I can attest to the wisdom of your solution for Lucy’s slipping. I happened to be in a LaQuinta recently, and whatever they had done to the tiled floor, it was like walking on ice. I did the only reasonable thing and spread out bathtowel ‘runners’ to keep myself from landing upside down like a perplexed beetle. Lucy’s lucky to have such smart humans!

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  13. Aww, I just love that Lucy is so pampered. I know Twiggy is, too. Those girls really happened into a wonderful furever home when you and the Producer adopted them, John! ❤️

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  17. Lucy is lucky to be the recipient of such love and care. ❤️ The runners are such a good idea for her. Bless you all. 🥰

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  19. The important thing is that Lucy can walk without falling – what a great idea for her. We had a Jack Russell mix that had the same problem when she got older. I can see how much you love Lucy – so do I!!!

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  20. The day after I finished laying the tile in our family room, we covered it in throw rugs. Our first dog came in and slipped and fell all the way into the kitchen. Lucy seems to like the runner. She looks comfy. Maybe there’s a nap in my future today.

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  21. Wonderful solution, dear John! Poor Lucy! Let’s hope it will give her some relief! I see Twiggy has new toy favourite! That’s great! Spring is on the way! Life might be full of joy no matter its sadness.🍤 🍤🍤🍻☺🤗🤗🤗 (for the Ladies).

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    1. It is a good solution, Maria. I hate to see fear in Lucy’s eyes and those spills certainly made her concerned. Twiggy just grabbed that tuggy toy. If you look carefully you can see Mr. Eel laying on the faux lambskin bed. He’s still the favorite. For Lucy we are trying to make the time she has left if not full of joy at least full of peace. Both loved the shrimps and the hugs. The beer not so much. 🤣

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      1. Might this time be the best for her. It is so difficult to see last moments of our pets.
        😁😁😁 I’m so happy for Mr. Eel! He is never lonely! How strong he is! Sorry for the beer, dear John Well, in fact, you are right…St. Patrick is coming, so I offer you some great Irish ale & jigs! 🍀🍻🍻🍻

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  28. Awww…. that just tugged at my heartstrings. You are so very lovely to help Lucy in her twilight time. Those runners are just perfect. Hugs from me to you.

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  29. Safety trumps beauty once again! Good for all of you, John — no more having to hoist Lucy off the floor, no more spilled dog on the floor. A win-win, for sure! And congrats to Twiggy on her breed surpassing the Labrador as America’s favorite!

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  32. Your house is old dog friendly. I like that. We have given up home decorating for a dog-friendly place as well. Who would have thought? Like Mrs. H, things are still colour-coordinated though.

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  34. are those steps onto the sofa too? Cool, if so. Dog is beginning to slip a little when he leaps to the defence of the realm from all miscreants (postpeople, delivery persons etc). We may need to indulge runners soon. Or trainers.

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  35. The runners are a good solution. Did Twiggy learn to use the steps quickly? I also smiled at the couch covers. We’ve got two couches, one for the dogs (covered) and one for us (uncovered). They know which sofa they’re allowed to go on.

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    1. yes she has been using them for a few years now. She loves them. She tore an ACL and the steps are great in keeping her from jumping off the couch and a possible re-injury. Yes we have tow cover since these guys need flexibility. But what you say is true. When the covers are being washed they don’t get on the couch. Thanks, Pete.

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  40. You girls are the cutest!
    You are also the most comfortable looking.
    Your mom sure keeps the house neat. I live in a creative mess, with bohemian overtones. 🎨🙃
    Sending pets and hugs to both of you.
    Give these to dad!
    🤗😘 🤗😘 🤗😘 🤗😘

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  43. The girls are so sweet…it’s obvious that Twiggy is the brains and Molly is the muscle of the organization. Just like their Daddy and Mama.

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